Fire and Fury: English Civil War
- December 19, 2018
- HexWar Games
Get on Steam"Fire and Fury: English Civil War" is a strategy game that simulates the battles of the English Civil War between the Parliamentarians and the Royalists. With high definition graphics, it features various campaigns with different battles, over 3
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Reviews
- An enjoyable and entertaining wargame with a good variety of scenarios and a solid tactical depth.
- Provides a unique perspective on the English Civil War, featuring lesser-known battles and historical figures.
- Easy mechanics make it accessible for newcomers to the genre, while still rewarding strategic planning.
- The campaign structure feels disjointed, with no impact from previous scenarios on future battles.
- AI behavior can be poor, leading to unrealistic tactical decisions and a lack of challenge even on harder difficulty settings.
- Limited replay value and a lack of depth may leave more experienced players wanting.
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers a decent gameplay experience with some fun campaigns and tactical battles on large maps, which enhance replayability. However, many users note that overall replay value is limited, particularly due to the restricted number of scenarios and the tutorial's focus on only one faction.
“The campaigns are fun, and some of the battles take place on large maps that allow for tactical movements and replayability.”
“There is a tutorial (parliamentarians/roundheads only) and 4 campaigns, with a total of 28 playable scenarios that can be played by both sides.”
“Decent gameplay, though it has limited (if any) replay value.”
“The campaigns are fun, but the overall replayability is lacking.”
“There is a tutorial (parliamentarians/roundheads only) and 4 campaigns, but with only 28 total playable scenarios, the replay value feels minimal.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by solid mechanics that are easy to grasp, while also offering a degree of tactical depth for players seeking more strategic engagement.
“Solid game with easy mechanics and some tactical depth.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received negative feedback, with some users describing it as "horrid," which detracts from an otherwise enjoyable experience.
“The only con is the music, which sounds horrid to put it bluntly, but otherwise a great little gem.”
“The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
