How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom

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How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Irisfield and was released on August 26, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom" is a fantasy city-building game set in the enchanting world of Iris Field. As a ruler, design and grow your kingdom, manage resources, and ensure the prosperity and happiness of your citizens. Engage in quests, trade, and diplomacy to expand and defend your realm, and uncover the mysteries of ancient relics and powerful artifacts. Immerse yourself in a beautifully crafted world with detailed graphics, charming characters, and a captivating soundtrack.

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Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

story12 positive mentions

gameplay6 negative mentions

The game features a deep and engaging story with complex character arcs and a large cast of over 20 characters, each with their own life stories.
There is a wide variety of erotic content and fetishes available, catering to different preferences, and the art quality is generally good.
The gameplay includes a mix of combat and management elements, allowing for character customization and strategic planning.

The game is excessively long, with many players finding the reading and content overwhelming, making it difficult to enjoy.
The combat system has significant flaws, including buggy mechanics and a lack of meaningful upgrades, leading to a repetitive experience.
Many players feel that the game is more of a visual novel than a traditional RPG, with shallow gameplay elements and a lack of agency in the story.

story
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its depth and character development, while others criticize it for being filled with plot holes and lacking coherence. Although it features a variety of character backstories and connections, many feel that the narrative is overshadowed by its adult content and gameplay mechanics, leading to a perception of it as a glorified visual novel. Overall, while some appreciate the story's potential, others find it uninspired and messy, suggesting that it could benefit from more focused storytelling and better integration of character arcs.
- “The game is among the top best eroge out there and I would put it together with Demon’s Roots when it comes to story quality.”
- “Each character has their own life story and each evolves over the course of the story.”
- “The story gets pretty deep really soon.”
- “In my honest opinion, this game is an overpriced, glorified visual novel, filled with pointless gimmicks, easy auto-battle style combat and a messy, plot-hole filled story.”
- “Worse, it's a story that claims to be about building a kind world for everybody, but should you persevere with it, will leave you with a bad taste in your mouth as the tragic antagonist dies and the true villain goes unpunished.”
- “The overall main story was fine as you read it but when you stop and compile all the various events and the regular story in your head you start to notice quite a few things didn't make sense.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
67%
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The gameplay is criticized for being shallow and overly simplistic, primarily focusing on relationship-building mechanics that lack depth and innovation. Players noted that the game is divided into three sections—management, brothel, and sorties—but ultimately feels more like a visual novel with minimal interactive elements. While some found enjoyment in the experience, many recommend waiting for a sale or passing on the game altogether due to its lack of substantial gameplay.
- “The gameplay was fun, though it's not something new or refreshing.”
- “I would say 20+ hours of gameplay if you can read real fast or skip some of the not important events.”
- “Although screenshots and video in the store barely show any actual gameplay, the game is pretty good.”
- “Gameplay-wise, the brothel doesn't bring you anything substantial.”
- “It's very apparent why they don't show any gameplay in any of the screenshots.”
- “Shallow gameplay elements, leaning more heavily on the visual novel part.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious, particularly due to the lengthy bonding events and the overwhelming amount of content to read. While the game offers the option to pace oneself by alternating between farming and reading, many still feel that the overall experience is excessively long and grindy.
- “I cannot stress enough that this game is looooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooong and a bit grindy.”
- “The bonding event is also getting tedious after a while, so that's also a minus.”
- “So the amount of things to read is overwhelming (no wonder it took them 2.5 years to translate a game after the announcement), but you can pace yourself and switch between farming some stuff and reading events.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, highlighting its heartbreaking backstories that add depth to the narrative. While it is not classified as a "dark fantasy," the game presents a unique blend of twisted yet wholesome elements, which contributes to its emotional impact.
- “I'm off to read more heartbreaking backstory.”
- “Despite its description, this game is by no means a 'dark fantasy'; this is a twisted, wholesome game with questionable character designs.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging soundtrack, which enhances the emotional connection to the characters through over 1000 character events. This dedication to the musical aspect significantly contributes to the overall immersive experience.
- “With over 1000 character events and an incredible soundtrack, the game goes above and beyond to create a deep connection with the cast of characters.”
- “The music in this game is not just a background element; it enhances the emotional depth of the story and the characters.”
- “The soundtrack is a perfect blend of engaging melodies that complement the gameplay and elevate the overall experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is marred by buggy equipment upgrades, particularly with homing functionality, which only operates for non-controlled characters. This issue has been noted multiple times by users, indicating a consistent problem in gameplay.
- “Some equipment upgrades are buggy – homing only works for characters you don’t actively control.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are praised for their stunning artwork, showcasing a unique and visually appealing style that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail and the vibrant color palette, which contribute to an immersive atmosphere. Overall, the artistic design is a standout feature that elevates the game's visual presentation.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers high replayability due to its lack of time limits and the ability to replay levels, allowing players to generate infinite resources without any penalties. This encourages exploration and experimentation, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “Even if you don't pick up on any of those shortcuts, there is no time limit and levels are replayable, allowing you to produce infinite resources at no penalty.”
- “Even if you don't pick up on any of those shortcuts, there is no time limit and levels are replayable, so you can produce infinite resources at no penalty.”

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How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom is a role playing game.

How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 15 hours playing How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom.

How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom was released on August 26, 2022.

How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom was developed by Irisfield.

How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

How to Build a Magnificent Kingdom is a single player game.

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