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How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country

94%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, grinding
94% User Score Based on 64 reviews

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"How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country" is a single-player Role Playing game that takes about 20 hours to beat. Players manage resources to develop their country in real-time strategy simulation, helping various heroines by commanding their army and constructing buildings for resources and population. Success leads to new land and further development, while defeat may result in ruined countries. The game is about strategy, growth, and decision-making with the goal of becoming a powerful victor or a generous leader.

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How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country screenshot
How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country screenshot
How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country screenshot
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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews
gameplay14 positive mentions
story4 negative mentions
  • The game features engaging gameplay mechanics that are simple to learn but can be quite challenging, making it enjoyable for strategy enthusiasts.
  • The visuals and sound design are commendable, with high-quality Live2D animations and voice acting that enhance the overall experience.
  • There is a good level of experimentation and resource management, allowing players to strategize and adapt their approach to different challenges.
  • The adult content is sparse and not particularly special, with limited interaction with characters, which may disappoint those seeking more substantial adult themes.
  • The story is considered cliché and lacks depth, serving mainly as a vehicle for gameplay rather than providing a captivating narrative.
  • Achievements can be tedious and time-consuming, requiring multiple playthroughs and grinding to unlock all content, which may frustrate some players.
  • gameplay
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received high praise for its engaging mechanics and enjoyable experience, particularly appealing to strategy gamers. While some players noted a reliance on basic click-and-wait mechanics that may lack depth, many found the gameplay captivating enough to overshadow narrative shortcomings. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience with room for improvement, especially in enhancing gameplay dynamics.

    • “The game offers engaging gameplay mechanics, a captivating storyline, and a refreshing sense of progression.”
    • “Rest assured, the gameplay itself is engaging and enjoyable, making up for any minor shortcomings in the storytelling department.”
    • “I wholeheartedly recommend giving this game a chance, as it provides a satisfying gameplay experience that caters to a diverse range of gaming preferences.”
    • “When it comes to the gameplay mechanics of 'how a retired strategist saved the country,' it predominantly relies on a basic click-and-wait mechanic, which may not provide a profound level of engagement for players seeking a more immersive experience.”
    • “That being said, I believe there is room for improvement in terms of the gameplay mechanics, as they could be further enhanced to offer a more challenging and dynamic gameplay experience.”
    • “The best of this game is the gameplay and the worst is the story, which is a little cliché.”
  • story
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as minimal and primarily serves as a backdrop for gameplay, focusing on a strategist's battles for love with light narrative elements. While some players find the pacing unconventional and the storyline lacking depth, others appreciate the engaging gameplay mechanics and the option to play without a story. Overall, the narrative is seen as simplistic, often revolving around romantic encounters rather than substantial progression.

    • “The game offers engaging gameplay mechanics, a captivating storyline, and a refreshing sense of progression.”
    • “From the moment I started playing, I was completely captivated by its storyline, easy gameplay, and cute anime girls.”
    • “The pacing of the story in 'how a retired strategist saved the country' may be a bit unconventional, but it's worth noting that this aspect is more noticeable to avid story readers.”
    • “The story is very bare-bones, more as a vehicle to get you from waifu A to waifu B than any real narrative progression.”
    • “Story: exactly what you expect, strategist helps in war, and girl falls in love, repeat... otherwise it's non-existent...”
    • “Achievements: it's very time-consuming and boring as you need to play the story at least 2 times (difficulty B, another on difficulty C, no extra help), and 6 free maps one very challenging mode... just check the achievement list if you want to see clearly what I mean.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their artistic quality, featuring commendable artwork and impressive live 2D effects, despite the gameplay visuals being somewhat simplistic and accommodating older systems. Reviewers highlight the stunning animations, particularly in lewd scenes, contributing to an overall very good rating of 90/100.

    • “JP HQ stunning artwork, including smooth animations.”
    • “While the gameplay graphics may be simplistic, catering even to older computer systems, it is the artistic elements that truly shine.”
    • “The artwork itself is commendable, with a noteworthy mention of the impressive L2D effects.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The background music is praised for being well-suited to the game's context, significantly enhancing the overall experience. Players find the music enjoyable and fun, contributing positively to their engagement with the game.

    • “The background music (BGM) is well-suited to the current context, effectively enhancing the overall gaming experience.”
    • “The music is pretty fun.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mix of engaging resource management and experimentation; however, it can become tedious, especially when pursuing challenging achievements.

    • “There's a lot of experimentation you can do and micromanaging your resources, but it can get pretty tedious if you're going for some of the more difficult achievements.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is consistently described as both cute and funny, highlighting its lighthearted and humorous tone that appeals to players.

    • “A cute and funny game that keeps you laughing.”
    • “This game is filled with adorable humor that brightens your day.”
    • “The humor in this game is both charming and entertaining.”

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20h Median play time
20h Average play time
20-20h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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