Eyes of War

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"Eyes of War" is a medieval warfare game that combines RTS and Action RPG elements, allowing players to switch between strategy mode for building and developing their castle and army, and character mode for controlling individual units in third-person perspective. Compete with up to 4 players in supported maps and continue battles in different game modes. Experience being a leader and a hero by managing and living the battle firsthand in this immersive war game.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game combines RTS and TPS mechanics, allowing players to control individual units in real-time, which adds depth and excitement to the gameplay.
Visually impressive with great graphics and atmosphere, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
The developers are actively updating the game, showing dedication to improving it and adding new features, which gives it significant potential for future success.

The game is currently in early access and feels very basic, lacking content and depth, with limited unit types and buildings.
Numerous bugs and performance issues, including poor pathfinding and clunky controls, detract from the overall experience.
The tutorial and localization are lacking, making it difficult for new players to understand the game mechanics and controls.

gameplay
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
66%
10%
The gameplay is a well-crafted blend of real-time strategy (RTS) and third-person shooter (TPS) mechanics, providing a dynamic and immersive experience that is both visually appealing and strategically engaging. While the controls are smooth and enjoyable, some players noted minor bugs and sluggishness that could detract from the experience. Overall, the innovative mechanics and thoughtful design of civilizations contribute to a fun and entertaining gameplay experience, with potential for further improvement.
- “Every element in this carefully crafted world provides not only strategic gameplay but also a visually satisfying experience.”
- “The mechanics are so smooth and enjoyable that you truly get immersed in the game.”
- “The combination of real-time strategy and third-person gameplay made me happy.”
- “The gameplay is a bit buggy and sluggish, but not overly distracting.”
- “If the battle system can be improved a little more, it can give an extra pleasure in terms of gameplay.”
- “It could be even better if there is an increase in the content of the strategy mechanics.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
50%
13%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their detail, atmosphere, and overall aesthetic appeal, particularly in third-person mode. While some players experienced minor performance issues and noted that lower-end graphics cards struggled with optimization, many found the visuals to be vibrant and easy on the eyes. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a strong point, with potential for further improvements in future updates.
- “The graphics, details, and overall atmosphere are among the game’s strongest aspects.”
- “The atmosphere and graphics of the game are also quite impressive.”
- “The graphics are already good looking, especially while controlling a unit in third person mode, and the dev team is talking about how they are going to rework some of the clunkier looking objects and add even more variants to some already varied and good looking objects like trees, etc. so I have no doubts this game will look even better in the future.”
- “However, it's very disappointing that my graphics card (2060) seems unable to keep up with the optimization of this game, even when I set the graphics to the lowest, which is fatal for an RTS game.”
- “To ensure the longevity of my graphics card, I have to put my desire to play this game on hold.”
- “Comparing with other games of similar graphic fidelity and complexity running on Unity, I'd expect around 2x performance from the final version, running at stable 120 Hz 1440p @ 2070 Super.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
36%
36%
Overall, the game's optimization has received largely negative feedback, with users reporting significant performance issues, bugs, and limited multithreading capabilities. Many players express disappointment, particularly regarding the game's inability to run smoothly even on lower graphics settings, despite some acknowledging its decent price-to-performance ratio. While there are hopes for future improvements, the current state of optimization is considered poor compared to similar titles.
- “Performance is within an acceptable range, but multithreading is limited to 4 cores for now, so be careful when training more than 100 units.”
- “Content gets added at a decent pace (they dropped 3 civs recently, not bad at all), what I'm worried about the most is the performance.”
- “It hits a sweet spot in terms of the price-to-performance ratio, especially considering it's the brainchild of an indie studio.”
- “It is buggy and poorly optimized.”
- “However, it's very disappointing that my graphics card (2060) seems unable to keep up with the optimization of this game, even when I set the graphics to the lowest, which is fatal for an RTS game.”
- “Optimization is pretty bad.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy and poorly optimized, leading to a sluggish gameplay experience that can be distracting or even unplayable for some users. However, players appreciate the developers' responsiveness and ongoing updates, which show promise for future improvements despite the current issues. Overall, while the game has potential, its stability remains a significant concern.
- “Constant bugs and glitches made this basically unplayable for me and a friend.”
- “It is buggy and poorly optimized.”
- “The tutorial was buggy and the game is so bare-bones.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the quality and its ability to enhance immersion, others find it lacking or merely filling space without adding much to the experience. Overall, it seems to contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, but opinions vary significantly among players.
- “The graphics and music are great!”
- “I think they did well on graphics and music, which also keeps you engaged.”
- “In-game voiceovers and music really make you feel like you're living the moment.”
- “I'm not fond of the music, lol, but all in all, as it stands, it's a 6/10 for me.”
- “Just filling noises, no music.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive graphics and detailed environments, which effectively immerse players in a strategic war setting. The ability to switch between first-person and third-person modes enhances the overall experience, contributing to a dynamic and engaging atmosphere.
- “The graphics, details, and overall atmosphere are among the game’s strongest aspects.”
- “Both the atmosphere and visual quality draw players into a world where they are encouraged to apply their war strategies.”
- “The atmosphere and graphics of the game are also quite impressive.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game humorous, noting that certain visual elements, like the fog of war in the top-down view, can add to the comedic experience. Overall, the game is described as funny, with improvements noted after updates.
- “It is a funny game.”
- “I think it was on low graphic settings because it was worse before the update; plus, the fog of war in the top-down view can be a little funny.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Users generally find the game to be highly replayable, with many describing it as infinitely replayable or nearly so, indicating a strong incentive to return to the game for multiple playthroughs.
- “The game is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
- “Every decision you make leads to different outcomes, making it almost endlessly replayable.”
- “With multiple paths and endings, this game keeps you coming back for more.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
- “The game offers a linear experience with no real variations in outcomes, which severely limits its replayability.”
- “After finishing the main story, I found that there were no new challenges or content to explore, making it hard to justify a second playthrough.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is noted for having little to no story, leaving players without a narrative to engage with.
- “The game has no story whatsoever, making it feel empty and unengaging.”
- “I was really disappointed with the lack of a coherent narrative; it felt like a series of disjointed events.”
- “The plot was predictable and uninspired, leaving me uninterested in the characters and their journeys.”