For the Glory

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"For the Glory" is a strategy game set in the early modern era, allowing players to lead their chosen nation through exploration, diplomacy, warfare, and development. It is a spin-off of the "Europa Universalis" series, featuring turn-based gameplay and a focus on historical accuracy. Players must manage resources, technology, and relationships with other nations to build and maintain their empire.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

For The Glory is considered the best game in the Europa Universalis franchise, offering a rich historical experience with numerous starting dates and factions.
The game features a significant amount of historical events and improved gameplay mechanics compared to its predecessors, making it engaging and fun for players.
It includes preinstalled mods that enhance the gameplay experience, and many players appreciate its nostalgic value and depth as a grand strategy game.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, which can disrupt gameplay and frustrate players, especially those new to the series.
Graphics and audio are considered outdated, which may deter players looking for a more modern visual and auditory experience.
The learning curve can be steep for newcomers, and the lack of comprehensive tutorials may leave players feeling overwhelmed.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the minimalist style that enhances gameplay focus, while others note that the visuals are outdated compared to newer titles in the genre. Despite some glitches and a lack of modern realism, many find the graphics pleasant and fitting for a grand strategy game, with improvements over previous versions. Overall, while not cutting-edge, the graphics are deemed acceptable for players prioritizing strategy over aesthetics.
- “The game offers some pleasant graphics and really vibrant colors; although there are some ugly glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same.”
- “It's an improved version of Europa Universalis II; they kept the good stuff and improved a lot of things, especially the graphics.”
- “Although this game has old-looking graphics, it's not ugly, but antique; making it look classical.”
- “If you are afraid of random bugs, crashes, outdated graphics, then the game is probably not for you.”
- “I chose it because it was a more recent release of 2011, but the game grandly failed to graphically compare to most other current games of the genre.”
- “Although this game has old looking graphics, it's not ugly, but antique; making it look classical.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Europa Universalis II is characterized by its strategic depth and variety, offering different starting scenarios and countries that enhance the experience, particularly for players starting as major European powers. While the user interface and mechanics are simpler and more rewarding, making it accessible for strategic gameplay, the game can be challenging for newcomers. However, technical issues such as crashes and bugs significantly detract from the overall gameplay experience, especially in modded versions.
- “Different starting scenarios and different countries can provide interesting challenges and add variety to gameplay.”
- “I would recommend you play first as one of the major European powers (probably Spain or Portugal) in 1419 or 1492 at first, since just as the name Europa Universalis implies, the game is geared towards playing as one and you get a good idea of all the game mechanics.”
- “The more simple UI and game mechanics are far more rewarding and easier to grasp, and enable you to focus on the essentials of strategy gaming.”
- “A bit difficult to master, and the gameplay isn’t so easy for a rookie.”
- “No matter the mod selection or if choosing the vanilla un-modded game, it crashes upon startup and there was no gameplay time at all.”
- “Constant crashes and bugs ruin the gameplay.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its authentic period compositions, enhancing the overall immersion and nostalgia for players. While some users have experienced audio bugs preventing them from enjoying the original soundtrack, many recommend creating personal playlists of classical music to complement the gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that significantly elevates the gaming experience.
- “Personally, I have made playlists of my own just for this game alone, since through my life-long hobby of classical music I have a good idea of what to look for.”
- “Whatever the case, you should do yourself a favor and listen to genuine medieval, renaissance, baroque, and classical music while playing for maximum immersion.”
- “As a musician, it's impossible to pay attention to the game when the music outshines it by orders of magnitude.”
- “Matthew Passion as a soundtrack, you better make sure your game is the greatest game ever made in the universe.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is noted for its lack of a defined narrative, with users highlighting the absence of missions that could lead to unrealistic outcomes or overpowering situations, which contrasts with later versions of the series.
- “Unlike later versions of Europa Universalis, there are no missions that seem to lead to unrealistic outcomes or massive overpower situations.”
- “There is no story.”
- “Unlike later versions of the game, there are no missions that seem to lead to unrealistic outcomes or massive overpower situations.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally better than newer titles, resulting in smoother performance and reduced CPU strain; however, users report occasional random crashes and express frustration over the need for extensive workarounds to achieve stable gameplay. Many feel that the game should not be available for purchase until these issues are resolved.
- “In regards to performance, the game runs more smoothly and with less strain on the CPU than newer EU games.”
- “The optimization process is quite user-friendly, allowing players to easily adjust settings for a better experience.”
- “The game offers a variety of optimization options that help tailor performance to suit different hardware configurations.”
- “In regards to performance, the game runs more smoothly and with less strain on the CPU than newer EU games, but random crashes can sometimes be a problem.”
- “I am well aware that I could take 5-10 steps to jump through hoops to try and make the game work, but if the game out of the box crashes and requires lengthy optimization workarounds on the part of the player (and customer!), then this game should be shelved by Steam until it is ready to play upon purchase.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is largely stable and virtually bug-free, providing a pleasant experience with vibrant graphics. However, some users have noted occasional glitches that detract slightly from the overall stability.
- “The game is virtually bug-free.”
- “I haven't encountered any crashes or major glitches.”
- “The performance is smooth, making for a stable gaming experience.”
- “The game offers some pleasant graphics and really vibrant colors, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
- “I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The game is plagued by constant lag and freezing, which severely impacts the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort to progress.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is primarily funded through microtransactions, indicating a reliance on in-game purchases to generate revenue.
- “The game offers a fair balance between free content and optional microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the experience without feeling pressured to spend.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization system is transparent and doesn't interfere with gameplay, making it easy to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “The optional purchases enhance the game without being necessary, which is a refreshing approach to monetization.”
- “The game feels heavily funded by microtransactions, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra money.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, pushing players to spend more than they should.”
- “It's frustrating that so many features are locked behind paywalls, making the game feel incomplete without additional purchases.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a significant amount of replayability, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “There is a serious amount of replayability here.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”