Field of Glory: Kingdoms

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 173 reviews
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  • music
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Field of Glory: Kingdoms is a grand strategy game set in 1054-1250, encompassing European, African, and Middle Eastern history. With 450 factions, 400 units, and 14 religions, players can administer their domain, manage dynasties, and engage in diplomacy or warfare. The new Authority concept and religious tensions add depth to the gameplay.

  • PC
  • Windows
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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 173 reviews
gameplay16 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Field of Glory: Kingdoms builds on the solid foundation of its predecessor, offering deeper mechanics and a more engaging medieval experience.
  • The integration with Field of Glory II: Medieval for tactical battles adds significant depth and enjoyment to the gameplay.
  • The game features a rich variety of mechanics, including trade, authority, and character management, which enhance the strategic experience and replayability.
  • The user interface and visual clarity can be confusing, with issues like overlapping colors and poorly sized elements that detract from the overall experience.
  • The game has a steep learning curve, which may be overwhelming for new players, especially those unfamiliar with the mechanics.
  • Some players have reported performance issues, particularly with turn processing times and map clarity in densely populated regions.
  • gameplay52 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by its deep and complex mechanics, allowing for both intensive micro-management and more casual playstyles, making it accessible to a wide range of players. While some mechanics, like authority and certain RNG elements, have received criticism for being unfun or poorly explained, the overall experience is enriched by strategic depth, historical context, and a variety of gameplay elements such as diplomacy, trade, and warfare. Players appreciate the constant learning curve and the intricate interplay of systems, although the user interface and some mechanics could benefit from refinement.

    • “Took me over 150 hours to truly grasp most of the mechanics, but even after 250 hours I am still learning new things. I guess that is what makes good games stand on top: constant learning while enjoying the game. This is not your typical paint-the-map game; it has so many different mechanics constantly interacting that you, as a player, need to be on your toes most of the time.”
    • “With its addictive gameplay mechanics, rich setting, and focus on building a lasting legacy, this game is an absolute must-play for fans of grand strategy and historical simulation.”
    • “The mechanics are intelligently designed, with historical background perfectly blended with fun and realistic gameplay.”
    • “I thought I bought a historical game, not a fictional/pseudo-historical one, where (small) players are helped a lot by an unrealistic mechanic that did not exist in real history.”
    • “The turn calculation takes long and the gameplay is also very slow.”
    • “Many mechanics are obscure or awkward because of the UI.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the medieval artwork and illuminated manuscript-like designs, while others criticize the user interface and overall visual quality as substandard and dated. Despite the aesthetic appeal noted by some, the lack of polish in the graphics and sound design detracts from the overall experience, particularly for a grand strategy game that relies heavily on visual elements.

    • “This game, with all the possible building combinations and the fun of playing with the Field of Glory game for the tactical battles, has really neat artwork and interesting AI power plays... it's a very refreshing take compared to its competitors.”
    • “Graphics with that medieval 'look'... fantastic!”
    • “Looks even better than the original, both gameplay and graphics-wise - lots of cool illuminated manuscript-like drawings.”
    • “Well, there are a number of parts of the game that I found to be a letdown. Most of them are simply superficial and a few can be fixed - the UI is pretty substandard, the graphics leave a lot to be desired, the sound design is very poor, with a lack of music and incompetently mixed audio levels.”
    • “Indeed, there's a certain shoddiness that is usually forgiven of one-man indie devs and even, if one is feeling charitable, excused as being 'charming' or 'quaint'. However, since this is a grand strategy game and essentially a UI click-fest with all of the character being provided by the graphics and the sound design, it can be difficult to find the magnanimity within oneself to do so.”
    • “I think the UI (graphics/sounds) are the worst offenders here.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the quality of the tracks while expressing disappointment over the overall scarcity and repetitiveness of the soundtrack. Many users highlight poor sound design, including inconsistent audio levels and a lack of background music, which detracts from the gaming experience. Overall, while the music has potential, its limited presence and execution leave players wanting more.

    • “I love the period artwork, and most of the music is good.”
    • “You know it's good when the quick reference guide is 163 pages lol but for the love of god add more music (though the track is excellent and enjoyable).”
    • “They don't help, but there is a solid strategy game here and by golly if you're the type of person who purchases obscure titles with a heavy focus on historicity that only come with a tactical layer if you buy a separate, equally obscure, equally history focused game, then you probably aren't that bothered by naff graphics and a scarcity in background music.”
    • “The sound design is very poor, with a lack of music and incompetently mixed audio levels.”
    • “I am really disappointed with the sound and the lack of music for a grand strategy game.”
    • “The music and sound design is pretty bad, very repetitive and bugged out; you'll hear the same songs over and over and then silence, and then out of nowhere you'll hear some really loud sound effect from a building in a province, like bees buzzing or pigs oinking for no real reason.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability due to its engaging city-building mechanics, diverse playable factions, and the potential for future expansions and modding. Players appreciate the challenge and immersion provided by unique traits and regional differences, which encourage exploration of various strategies and campaigns. Overall, the combination of these elements ensures that players will find plenty of reasons to return to the game.

    • “Brilliant strategy game, very enjoyable and with tons of replayability.”
    • “The city building is the best of any game I have ever played, and has great replay value.”
    • “Unique traits and mechanics for major factions ensure great replayability if you are willing to switch regions from time to time (playing in the Caucasus is definitely different compared to playing in Iberia or Italy).”
    • “The addition of a deeper kingdom management layer, with tons of regional decisions, adds so much more flavor and replayability.”
    • “The manual states that the files are fully moddable, so I look forward to more campaigns to come. However, with only three smaller campaigns and a main campaign spanning the British Isles, Northern Africa, and Southern Scandinavia, replayability may be limited.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization allows for both deep micro-management and a more casual playstyle, catering to players who enjoy intricate mechanics as well as those who prefer a straightforward experience. While combat mechanics are notably more complex than in previous titles, offering various unit types and modifiers, some users express a desire for further improvements in overall optimization.

    • “There is the opportunity for intensive micro and optimization, which allows for engaging in unique gameplay styles like big migrations, 'funny' nations, alternate religions, challenge runs, and speedruns. You can dive deep into these mechanics if you want, but importantly, there are ways to ignore the micro aspects and play a standard nation in a more straightforward manner, still having a good time without needing to grasp the complexity of everything.”
    • “Combat in this game is much more in-depth compared to others. You have per-unit modifiers and traits, buildings that affect combat performance based on terrain type, and each unit has its own cost influenced by various factors. There are also 'special units' per province and multiple types of units, including levies, mercenaries, and standing forces like frontline, archers, and skirmishers.”
    • “I might buy this game again if they are able to improve the optimization.”
    • “There is the opportunity for intensive micro and optimization which, if you want to do goofy stuff like big migrations, 'funny' nations, alternate religions, challenge runs, speedruns, etc., you can get super deep into it. However, importantly, there are ways of basically ignoring those micro mechanics, playing a standard nation in a more normal way, and having a good time without needing to understand how complex everything is.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely derived from the freedom to engage in whimsical gameplay, such as creating "funny" nations or undertaking challenge runs, while still allowing players to enjoy a more straightforward experience without delving into complex mechanics. This balance enables both casual and dedicated players to find enjoyment in the game's humorous potential.

    • “The game offers a wealth of opportunities for goofy antics, like creating 'funny' nations or engaging in challenge runs, allowing players to dive deep into the mechanics or simply enjoy a more casual experience.”
    • “The humor in the game shines through in its quirky mechanics and the absurd situations that can arise, making every playthrough feel fresh and entertaining.”
    • “Whether you're orchestrating hilarious migrations or experimenting with alternate religions, the game encourages a lighthearted approach that keeps the experience enjoyable.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, detracting from their overall enjoyment.

    • “I enjoyed Field of Glory Empires, but this game just doesn't work for me; it's just too tedious and frustrating.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and unfulfilling, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I find the repetitive tasks to be a major turn-off; it feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real progress.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Players appreciate the option to engage in battles under unique conditions like fog, but feel that the lack of corresponding character development diminishes the overall impact and significance of these experiences.

    • “The option to play the battles out in fog is huge, but without related character development from the battles, this is less meaningful than it should be.”
    • “Character development feels shallow and lacks the depth needed to make the story engaging.”
    • “I expected more growth from the characters, but they remain static throughout the game.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story is praised for its depth, allowing smaller nations to achieve victory and emphasizing that success is not solely tied to size or power, moving beyond typical "map painting" narratives.

    • “The story is rich and immersive, drawing players into a world where even smaller nations can achieve victory against the odds.”
    • “This game offers a narrative that goes beyond typical quest structures, allowing for unique outcomes based on player choices.”
    • “The depth of the storyline keeps players engaged, making every decision feel impactful in the grand scheme of the game.”
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