Evil Cult
- May 13, 2020
- StarInfidel
Get on SteamEvil Cult is a turn-based strategy game about various sinister cults all vying for world domination. Whether through completing the Final Ritual or eliminating all opponents, the victory will not be easy. Managing a cult is a tricky job, you see. Pesky investigators, multiple offspring sects, bloodthirsty opponent cults, these are all threats that have to be dealt with or successfully evaded. And …
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Reviews
- The game has a cute premise and is surprisingly addictive, making it enjoyable for short play sessions.
- It features good basic mechanics and offers a lot of replay value, with many configuration options for custom games.
- The soundtrack is excellent and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- The node icons can obscure gameplay, making it difficult to see what you're doing, especially on larger monitors.
- The AI is often too overpowered, leading to a one-sided and rushed experience, and the game feels underdeveloped.
- The tutorial does not clearly explain basic strategies, which can make the game frustrating for new players.
- music10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric quality, evoking feelings reminiscent of titles like Deus Ex and Uplink. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as cool and excellent, which enhances the overall experience of the game, making it enjoyable even during challenging gameplay.
“I highly recommend this game, which also has an excellent soundtrack.”
“This game is... different, it has the coolest soundtrack by far, but the game... I keep losing, but I enjoy losing, as it is a pretty chill game.”
“Nice little game with a very good soundtrack.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its high difficulty and unique mechanics, making it suitable for short play sessions. While the basic rules are easy to grasp, players appreciate the fun that emerges from the gameplay, though many desire more complexity and longer gameplay modes.
“The rules aren't hard to learn, but the emergent gameplay is fun.”
“Good basic mechanics, could do with a little more complexity.”
“An extremely difficult, often mechanically esoteric game for burning away 10 minutes at a time.”
“Would love for additional longer running gameplay modes.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its evocative music, which evokes feelings similar to those found in classic titles like Deus Ex and Uplink, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
“The very atmospheric music creates a feeling reminiscent of Deus Ex and Uplink.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly addictive and easy to master, contributing to its significant replay value. This combination encourages repeated playthroughs, making it a favorite for those seeking ongoing enjoyment.
“The game is easy enough to master, surprisingly addictive, and has a lot of replay value.”
