Hell

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Hell is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Hunted Cow Studios and was released on November 13, 2014. It received neutral reviews from players.

Hell is a turn-based tactical skirmish strategy game developed by award winning developer Hunted Cow in partnership with Slitherine. Set in the mythical fantasy land of Gilrand, you take control of either the ‘Order of Radiance’ or the ‘Demons of Hell’ and battle for supremacy across many different battlefields and environments. The game features stunning visuals and is aimed at both PC and iOS r…

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Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features decent graphics and a user-friendly interface, making it visually appealing and easy to navigate.
The tactical depth is enhanced by the zone of control and support mechanics, requiring strategic placement and coordination of units.
The game offers a variety of unique units and factions, providing players with multiple options for gameplay and strategy.

The gameplay is often described as clunky and slow, with issues such as long load times and crashes that detract from the experience.
There is a lack of meaningful unit progression and customization, leading to a rigid gameplay experience where players have limited choices.
The game is criticized for its poor balance, with some missions being excessively difficult and frustrating, especially for new players.

gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it mediocre and reminiscent of a tablet port, while others appreciate the tactical depth and new mechanics that enhance the experience. The game features complex mechanics that benefit from a comprehensive manual, and the recent addition of skirmish mode has expanded gameplay options significantly. Overall, while there are criticisms regarding load times and graphical quality, the game offers a solid tactical challenge for those willing to engage with its systems.
- “Update: skirmish mode has now been added and it expands the gameplay considerably, with many options available for customizing random battles.”
- “Detailed intuitive gameplay mechanics which draw me into the scenario and don't let go.”
- “Units break morale, get knocked back, and there is an interesting and quite powerful 'support' mechanic here where all units in contact with an enemy lend their attacks to each other.”
- “The gameplay makes it feel like it was ported from a tablet... so bad it hurts.”
- “There's also these unusually long load screens but honestly for a 700mb game with this low resolution graphics there should be seamless gameplay.”
- “On the other hand, the gameplay itself is just meh.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
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21%
The game's story is described as cliché and marred by spelling errors, yet it provides a straightforward and enjoyable experience. Players engage in a series of increasingly challenging tactical battles, with a basic narrative framework guiding the scenarios. Despite its flaws, the initial missions, particularly in the "Defenders of Gilrand" campaign, have left a positive impression due to their engaging gameplay and dramatic battlefield scenes.
- “There is a base story that the scenario goes through.”
- “It's still early days, but after playing the first mission (A Dark Omen) in the Defenders of Gilrand campaign, I have to say that I'm very impressed with the game.”
- “Story is cliche, and the text certainly has its share of spelling errors, but it seemed simple to play and a fun way to pass time.”
- “There is a base 'story' that the scenario goes through.”
- “It is a story-driven game at the strategic level; you fight one tactical scenario/battle after another, each increasing in difficulty and number of enemies.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The graphics are generally considered good by wargame standards, featuring a pleasant and colorful aesthetic that aligns with the board game style typical of Slitherine titles. While some players find the visuals satisfactory, they emphasize that the game's rigid mechanics and limited tactical options detract from the overall experience, suggesting that the graphics are not the primary focus for strategy gamers.
- “Although this is not usually important to wargamers, the graphics are pretty good by wargame standards, very pleasant and colorful to look at.”
- “Graphics are a typical Slitherine affair with a board game feel to them, which is plenty for strategy gamers who have been playing war games since the days of board games.”
- “More board game styled (obviously... Slitherine makers digital board games). I highly recommend if you like tactical wargames and aren't married to AAA graphics.”
- “The graphics are okay, but the game feels very rigid with no ability to choose which troops are deployed. There's a limited scope to employ tactics, often leading to a very narrow method to achieve victory in the scenarios. It really isn't what they advertise, as it appears that you get more choices.”
- “Graphics are a typical Slitherine affair with a board game feel to them, which may be sufficient for strategy gamers who have been playing war games since the days of board games.”
- “These games are all about the system, not the graphics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music features a repetitive three-note soundtrack that players find both inspiring and energizing, serving as a motivating backdrop that enhances the gaming experience without becoming monotonous.
- “Music is inspiring and never tiring, acting like a battle tonic to keep me playing.”
- “The soundtrack consists of 3 notes played repetitively.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express disappointment in the game's replayability, noting that minor improvements such as displaying enemy move ranges, adding more spells, and including an undo button could significantly enhance the overall experience.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely ineffective, as users find the demons neither scary nor amusing, leading to a lack of comedic impact.