Era of Conquest

About

"Era of Conquest" is a 4X strategy game known for its outstanding gameplay and ingenious visuals. Players are invited to "write their own legend" by engaging in epic battles, exploring new worlds, expanding their kingdom, and exterminating enemies. As a leader, players have the power to manage resources, develop technologies, and form alliances to ultimately conquer and rule the medieval world.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 513 reviews

graphics17 positive mentions

monetization8 negative mentions

The game is very friendly to free-to-play players, offering a lot of content without requiring payment.
Graphics and gameplay are praised for their quality, making the game visually appealing and engaging.
The game has a unique approach to strategy and offers a variety of builds and customization options.

The game is heavily criticized for being pay-to-win, with many players feeling that spending money is necessary to progress.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including connection problems and crashes, making the game unplayable for some.
The tutorial is considered long and confusing, leaving new players overwhelmed and unsure of how to progress.

graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
29%
11%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their quality and artistic style, with many users highlighting the stunning visuals and smooth gameplay. However, some reviews mention minor flaws, such as issues with fire effects and bugs that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “Graphics quality is astonishing, with a little flaw with fire.”
- “Excellent graphics, gameplay, narrative, music, and overall quality make this the best game ever.”
- “This is a good game and it has breathtaking graphics and it is much better than other strategy games out there.”
- “Graphics is all messed up.”
- “One because it's going to be heavily pay-to-win and another because the UI and graphics could have been way better.”
- “Another Rise of Civilizations copycat, same graphics, same style, same gameplay, different name.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
32%
16%
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its fun, smooth mechanics and engaging graphics, making it enjoyable for both new and experienced players. While some users appreciate the strategic elements and community aspects, others criticize the repetitive nature and scripted battles, suggesting a need for improvement in player engagement and competition. Despite mixed feelings, many find the game addictive and commend its overall quality and ease of learning.
- “This strategic and very exciting game, with good and smooth gameplay and excellent graphics, simply attracts the attention of online game users. The difference between it and other strategic games is that it runs very smoothly and at a high speed, making everything comfortable for you. The thing that caught my attention the most is that this game is fun and addictive; it is one of the fun online strategy games.”
- “Excellent graphics, gameplay, narrative, music, and overall quality make this the best game ever.”
- “Great gameplay, great movement, and a great community. Don't let people drag you down from your dream; if someone tells you that you don't have a good game, just know you're doing great.”
- “Each time new mechanics are added, it further separates those paying to play and those free to play.”
- “Just the same old fake battles and boring gameplay that forces each location and move in a scripted gameplay that will leave you running for the hills.”
- “This game uses mechanics that make it easier for non-active players to compete directly with cash players.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
89%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as predatory and a cash grab, with players noting deceptive advertising and significant paywalls for basic features. Many reviewers feel that the game lacks originality and fails to deliver on its promises, leading to a perception of it being just another clone in a saturated market. Overall, the monetization practices have detracted from the gameplay experience, leaving users frustrated and disappointed.
- “This game is pure trash scam software for cash grabbing.”
- “They're advertising of not pay win is completely false.”
- “Bro there is a paywall to change your name, this is called predatory monetization, disgusting.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players found it engaging and enjoyable, others criticized the writing for being weak and failing to effectively integrate the main narrative with gameplay elements. Additionally, the pacing and tutorial experience were noted as lacking, which detracted from the overall immersion in the storyline. Overall, the game features a compelling narrative but suffers from execution issues that may affect player interest.
- “I had pre-registered for this, I was super excited for it to come out. When it launched, I was very impressed; the story was great, the gameplay was fun, and I liked everything about it.”
- “Single player progress has a neat storyline, got full after that.”
- “Great storyline, very immersive and enjoyable; love the gameplay.”
- “I found the writing rather pathetic, unable to convincingly merge the main story of rebounding from a rebel uprising with the details of customizing a civilization type, so I quickly lost interest in exploring the game itself.”
- “After 5 minutes of a lame storyline and just a click-here tutorial with no actual tutoring, I was prompted to rate the game.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant issue, with users reporting frequent freezes and crashes that hinder gameplay. Many have attempted troubleshooting steps, such as re-downloading the game, but these efforts have not resolved the problems. Overall, the game is described as somewhat buggy, impacting the overall experience.
- “The game freezes then crashes.”
- “I sign into the game and it just freezes. I tried re-opening the game, but still nothing. I even tried re-downloading it, but I'm still not able to play.”
- “Same as the others... started out good, but now it doesn't load, and if it does, it freezes right away.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is generally well-received, providing a relaxing background that enhances the overall experience. However, some users feel that the voice acting and music could benefit from further refinement. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's inviting atmosphere and quality.
- “It is very good to chill and relieve stressful days; good background music!”
- “Excellent graphics, gameplay, narrative, music, and overall quality make this the best game ever.”
- “The beginning of the game is very welcoming and inviting, but the voices and music could be a lot more fine-tuned.”
- “The game needs to be well optimized because it's lagging a little, which affects the overall experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that resource farming is overly restricted and lacks sufficient rewards, particularly for newcomers. This leads to a sense of monotony and discouragement, as the incentive to engage with the game feels minimal.
- “For starters, farming for resources shouldn't be extremely limited to how many times you can do it per day.”
- “The game looked really good, but for a new player, there isn't much incentive to play as the reward system seems low compared to most games. I feel like I'm grinding from the beginning; it's a shame.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the welcoming start and engaging character interactions, but note that the game requires better optimization due to noticeable lag and a need for improved audio quality in voices and music.
- “The beginning of the game is very welcoming and inviting. I like how the characters, like the generals, talk to me. The game needs to be well optimized because it's lagging a little, and the voices and music could be a lot more fine-tuned.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game often stems from the absurdity of having distinct civilizations with troops that appear identical, creating a comedic contrast that players find amusing.
- “It's hilarious when you have a different civilization, but their troops all look the same.”
- “The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud.”
- “I love the quirky characters and their ridiculous antics throughout the game.”