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History: Legends of War

With a little bit more polish, History Legends of War could have grabbed a bit more attention - nevertheless, it remains a top war game and one that you'll keep on coming back to. Fun, rewarding and refreshing.
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41%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
52% User Score Based on 10 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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History: Legends of War is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Slitherine Ltd. and was released on July 10, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

In this epic turn-based strategy game you will follow the paths of General Patton during WWII, leading your troops to battle while traversing Western Europe's devastated land. Gain prestige points and use them to enhance your army, acquiring advanced weapons and gear. Play through four different types of missions: Attack, Defense, Infiltration, and Sabotage. From the French beaches to Belgium, you…

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52%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
story3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a turn-based strategy format that allows players to take their time and think through their moves, making it accessible for those who prefer a slower pace.
  • Graphics are an improvement over older titles, providing a visually appealing experience.
  • Some players find the game fun and engaging, especially if they enjoy military strategy and turn-based gameplay.
  • The game lacks essential features such as a save option during missions, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • There is a significant lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, including a limited variety of unit types and no inventory system for soldiers.
  • Many players feel the game is a disappointment compared to other titles in the genre, citing poor AI, lack of realism, and recycled audio assets.
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews highlight a lack of a save feature during missions, which detracts from the overall experience, but do not provide specific insights into the story itself. The focus seems to be more on gameplay mechanics rather than narrative elements, suggesting that the story may not be a central aspect of the game.

    • “There is no way to save a game when you are in the middle of a mission.”
    • “If you must leave, you have to end the mission and start all over again.”
    • “There is no save feature during a mission.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally considered good, but some users note a lack of detail even when settings are maximized.

    • “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
    • “The visual design is breathtaking, with vibrant colors and intricate details.”
    • “The environments are beautifully rendered, making every scene a visual delight.”
    • “Graphics are not very detailed even at max settings.”
    • “The textures look outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
    • “Character models appear flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the game.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music features recycled tracks and voiceovers from "Dreamcatcher's War Leaders: Clash of Nations," which some players appreciate, likening it to a nostalgic experience reminiscent of "Empire: Total War - Gold Edition" set in World War II.

    • “The game recycles the music and voices from Dreamcatcher's War Leaders: Clash of Nations, which in itself is a good game that can be best described as an Empire: Total War - Gold Edition version of World War II.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a detailed European setting and a strong focus on squad-based mechanics, enhancing team strategy and collaboration.

    • “Europe looks suitably detailed, with a real emphasis on squad-based gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics are intuitive and engaging, making every mission feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “The combination of strategy and action in the gameplay keeps you on your toes and constantly challenged.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
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70%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
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History: Legends of War is a strategy game.

History: Legends of War is available on PlayStation 3, PlayStation and PlayStation Vita.

History: Legends of War was released on July 10, 2013.

History: Legends of War was developed by Slitherine Ltd..

History: Legends of War has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players disliked this game for its story.

History: Legends of War is a single player game.

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