Emplacement

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Emplacement is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Glaikun and was released on December 13, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

DescriptionEmplacement is an innovative and strategic turn-based game that combines elements of tile-laying and combat. The game is played on an isometric board, with each player taking turns to place tiles in an attempt to gain the upper hand over their opponent. The game is similar to chess in that players must think ahead and anticipate their opponent's moves in order to succeed. As the game …

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and a unique core mechanic that makes it engaging and fun.
It's a great game for relaxing and can provide hours of entertainment, especially in multiplayer mode.
The gradual increase in challenge keeps the gameplay interesting, and the developer is responsive and supportive.

The AI can be unbalanced and lacks challenge, making solo play less engaging.
Some quality of life improvements are needed, such as better UI and clearer game rules.
There are minor bugs and sound issues that detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
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The gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics and the introduction of new races and kingdoms, which add depth and variety to the experience. Players find the game enjoyable and a good value for its price, highlighting its refreshing core mechanics.
- “The new races and kingdoms are super cool to play, each with unique mechanics.”
- “The game is definitely worth the price; it's literally the cost of a Starbucks or Costa for a game that's fun and features refreshing unique mechanics.”
- “It's a super unique game with a cool core mechanic.”
story
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The story aspect of the game is described as engaging for solo missions and PvP, but the AI in early missions is criticized for its lack of challenge, often becoming passive after minimal development. This leads to a gameplay experience that may feel unbalanced and less immersive.
- “The AI in early missions - the only missions I've seen - just gives up after building a single windmill (eco building) and barracks (production building). It's hard to imagine needing too many of those, as you can spam at least 6 units per turn from just one, and then you have to manage them all.”