Five Nations

81%
Game Brain Score Based on 159 reviews
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  • graphics
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Five Nations is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Players must choose one of five nations and compete for resources, territory, and influence. The game features deep strategic gameplay, including diplomacy, technology research, and unit tacties. With beautiful hand-drawn graphics and a rich, immersive world, Five Nations offers a unique and engaging experience for strategy fans.

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 159 reviews
story22 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • Five Nations offers a lengthy and engaging single-player campaign with over 50 missions, featuring unique factions and a compelling storyline.
  • The game successfully blends classic RTS mechanics with a sci-fi setting, providing a satisfying balance between accessibility and depth for both newcomers and veterans.
  • The diverse faction designs and dynamic gameplay create a fresh and enjoyable experience, with each faction having distinct playstyles and strategies.
  • The game suffers from various bugs and technical issues, including pathfinding problems and occasional crashes, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • There is a lack of multiplayer options, which limits replayability and social interaction, a common feature in many modern RTS games.
  • Some players have noted that the voice acting and writing quality can be inconsistent, with grammatical errors and awkward dialogue that may break immersion.
  • story138 mentions

    The game's story is a lengthy and engaging single-player campaign that spans over 50 missions across five factions, featuring political intrigue and character-driven narratives. While some players appreciate the depth and variety of missions, others criticize the writing quality, voice acting, and mission design, describing them as derivative and lacking creativity. Overall, the campaign offers a mix of compelling storytelling and frustrating gameplay elements, making it a polarizing experience for players.

    • “The single-player campaign in five nations is lengthy and packed with missions that let players get to know each faction in-depth.”
    • “It also features an engaging storyline filled with political intrigue, intense battles, and even some surprising twists.”
    • “The story itself is interesting with neat characters and scenarios.”
    • “Yes, the campaign has a lot of missions, but they took a quantity over quality approach.”
    • “The story was derivative and was clearly just a mashup of other sci-fi games and TV series.”
    • “The lack of soul from either the story (with its dull-sounding voice actors) or the gameplay itself is what killed it for me.”
  • gameplay51 mentions

    The gameplay of *Five Nations* is a blend of classic real-time strategy mechanics with a sci-fi twist, offering a balance of accessibility and depth that appeals to both newcomers and veterans. While the game features diverse factions and a satisfying learning curve, it suffers from some rough edges and bugs, as well as occasional confusing mechanics. Overall, it delivers a solid and enjoyable RTS experience reminiscent of classics like *Command & Conquer* and *Starcraft*, despite some criticisms regarding its simplicity and polish.

    • “Five Nations is an impressive addition to the real-time strategy genre, blending classic RTS mechanics with a sci-fi setting that has every bit of aesthetic flavor you might want.”
    • “The gameplay in Five Nations finds a perfect balance between accessibility and depth.”
    • “An extremely solid RTS with super-polished graphics and smooth gameplay.”
    • “The mechanics were also quite rough and buggy.”
    • “Yes, a fundamental core of RTS gameplay does not function properly.”
    • “The gameplay is way too simple for a modern game.”
  • graphics44 mentions

    The graphics of *Five Nations* are generally praised for their polished, retro aesthetic that evokes nostalgia while maintaining a clean and detailed design. While some players appreciate the charming visuals and well-crafted environments, others note that the graphics may not meet modern standards, with occasional issues like unit design similarities and a blurry user interface. Overall, the game offers a visually appealing experience that resonates well with fans of classic RTS titles.

    • “The graphics are gorgeous and stylish for an isometric 2D RTS, and the soundtrack hits that classic nostalgia spot.”
    • “An excellent classic 90s/00s RTS, with beautiful graphics and a retro art design which just looks awesome.”
    • “The game itself looks and feels great, the art style is clear and neat, the units look lovely, music, effects, levels, everything fits and feels really nostalgic while still looking beautiful.”
    • “The graphics are somehow worse than the 90s games that apparently inspire it.”
    • “Its missing tons of simple things like hotkeys found in the majority of RTS games and while the graphics aren't that bad, they're just really dull; the explosions look like they were hand-drawn and not in a good way.”
    • “No, it won't win an award for animations, but the graphics are charming in a clean and crisp way which makes the buildings and units very readable even at a glance.”
  • music21 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many reviewers praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and fit the distinct identities of each faction. While some tracks stand out and evoke nostalgia, others are described as merely serviceable, with a few noting that the looping can become repetitive. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience, creating a stress-free environment that complements the visuals and gameplay.

    • “Each faction has a distinctive feeling, reflected not only in ships and buildings but also in faction-specific soundtracks and visual elements, which enhances the sense of identity.”
    • “The music fits in perfectly with the setting, creating a stress-free gaming mindset that is not distracting.”
    • “The soundtrack is really amazing and wonderfully fits the setting; I wish it could be possible to get it as MP3.”
    • “The cutscenes aren't even the modern, flashy after-effects cutscenes; they are just still pictures with no background music or even a narrator.”
    • “The sounds for in-game are serviceable, and the music is... okay, I would say. It really didn't grab me much aside from a track or two.”
    • “The music loops every 3 minutes and drives me nuts!”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its well-crafted music, visually appealing maps, and serious character voices that evoke a nostalgic RTS feel. The solid overall design and immersive visuals effectively draw players in, enhancing their interest and engagement with the game.

    • “The developer tried to create an atmosphere of RTS from old times, and this is realized at a fairly high level.”
    • “Here the developer tried to create an atmosphere of RTS from old times, and this is realized at a fairly high level.”
    • “The music is pretty well done, structures are well designed, maps are graphically good to look at, and overall the atmosphere of the game is pretty solid.”
    • “The characters sound serious and create the right atmosphere.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game's stability is criticized for being rough and buggy, particularly in unit control, where units often behave erratically and fail to follow orders properly. Additionally, minor graphical glitches, such as sprites displaying incorrectly, further detract from the overall experience.

    • “The mechanics were also quite rough and buggy.”
    • “The unit control is a bit buggy; many units just do whatever they want and cannot sit still.”
    • “Beyond minor sprite glitches that show engines on when the vehicle isn't moving, the worst issue is not being able to set a 'follow' order.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The optimization of the game has been criticized, particularly regarding the inability to effectively micro certain units, which hampers gameplay performance. While the inclusion of full voice acting is appreciated, some performances are noted as subpar, indicating room for improvement in overall quality.

    • “The optimization in this game allows for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
    • “I love how the game balances performance and graphics, making it accessible for everyone.”
    • “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the controls, making unit management much easier.”
    • “Some of the units can't even be micro'd (individually controlled for better performance).”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
    • “Even on high-end hardware, the performance is inconsistent and often disappointing.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight that the game's diversity significantly boosts replayability, ensuring that each battle remains fresh and engaging.

    • “This diversity not only enhances replayability but also keeps each battle fresh and engaging.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely criticized due to poor voice acting that lacks comedic value, resembling artificial intelligence rather than engaging performances. This detracts from the overall experience, leaving players unimpressed and uncertain about the story's potential for humor.

  • character development1 mentions

    Character development is noted for its emphasis on traditional archetypes, featuring strong, masculine male characters and visually appealing female characters, which may appeal to fans of classic character design but could lack depth and diversity.

  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly criticizing the resource gathering process as overly time-consuming and monotonous.

    • “Resource gathering is tedious.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
    • “I find the grinding mechanics to be frustrating and unengaging.”
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