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Iron Mandate

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95%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
stability
95% User Score Based on 105 reviews

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Iron Mandate is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Emerick Gibson and was released on April 8, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Master the piloting of giant mechanical worms, lay waste to all that stand in your way and reclaim your rightful place on the throne.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Creative and unique gameplay mechanics, particularly the worm physics and combat system.
  • Free to play, providing a decent amount of entertainment without any cost.
  • Engaging atmosphere with good music and a variety of weapon options, making each run feel different.
  • Controls can be frustrating and unintuitive, leading to difficulty in maneuvering effectively.
  • Game suffers from repetitiveness and lacks meaningful content, with many weapons feeling similar in function.
  • Development appears unfinished, with some players feeling stuck or unable to progress due to design choices.
  • gameplay
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is characterized by its unique mechanics, such as diving and tunneling, and a strategic combat system that benefits from rogue-like elements and weapon customization. While the introduction of mechanics may feel lacking, players find the core gameplay engaging and enjoyable, with a satisfying loop that encourages exploration and experimentation. However, the simplistic level design and occasional frustrations with movement mechanics suggest room for improvement as the game evolves.

    • “The diving and tunneling through the ground, and leaping out and across, is a very interesting and unique mechanic.”
    • “Battles with other ships seem somewhat strategic, and the rogue-like gameplay means no 'run' will ever be quite the same, especially when you take into account weapon customization. There's also a challenge mode once you finish the main game.”
    • “It is a great idea that has been well executed, with a difficulty level I enjoy, really dynamic and entertaining gameplay, and lots of potential.”
    • “The developer chose not to do the job of a real game developer and create meaningful bespoke levels, narrative-based gameplay progression, and so on.”
    • “Introduction of mechanics is lacking, but self-discoverable (roguelike death-upgrade mechanics, progression, unlockable, upgrade mechanics).”
    • “It feels like one of those games one would play on the phone in 2012, but with more content and better gameplay.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the lackluster 2D visuals and calling for a shift to 3D graphics, while others appreciate the simple aesthetic and vibrant colors. Despite some minor graphical glitches, the art style is generally well-received, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience, especially on handheld devices. Overall, the visuals are seen as a charming aspect, though they may not meet the expectations of players seeking more modern graphics.

    • “The music track is nice, and the art style works a charm; it's very easy to identify everything you need to.”
    • “This is a beautiful game, and I love the simple aesthetic it sticks to!”
    • “Love the colors and aesthetic it has.”
    • “The game features really lackluster 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
    • “Gamers don't spend thousands of dollars on gaming rigs and the latest 3D graphics cards to play 2D games.”
    • “Even mobile phones and game consoles can do 3D graphics now.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and mood-setting qualities, contributing to a relaxing experience. While many players enjoy the chill vibe of the soundtrack, some express a desire for more minimalist sound design. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay, particularly in combat and multiplayer scenarios.

    • “Good atmospheric, mood-setting music.”
    • “The music is pretty chill, but I would wish for some minimalist sound design.”
    • “Very nice and relatively relaxing game (might just be because of the music).”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, characterized by a strong, immersive quality enhanced by effective mood-setting music that contributes to the overall experience.

    • “The game features a captivating atmosphere that draws you in from the start.”
    • “The atmospheric, mood-setting music perfectly complements the game's visuals.”
    • “The overall ambiance creates an immersive experience that keeps you engaged.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players report that the game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, with only minor graphical glitches at the top and bottom of the screen, indicating a generally stable experience for handheld gaming.

    • “I've been playing it exclusively on my Steam Deck, and apart from some minor strange graphics glitches at the top and bottom of the screen, it feels like a perfect match for a handheld.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced several bugs that caused the game to freeze, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is praised for its "show, don't tell" approach, effectively engaging players through visual storytelling rather than exposition.

    • “It has a very 'show, don't tell' story, which is nice.”
    • “The narrative is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters' journeys.”
    • “The plot twists are unexpected and add depth to the overall experience.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers suggest that incorporating roguelite elements and small improvements with each playthrough could enhance replayability. The engaging gameplay mechanics, such as aiming while dodging, along with enjoyable music and potential multiplayer features, are also seen as factors that could significantly boost the game's replay value.

    • “The roguelite concept adds a layer of small improvements each time, significantly enhancing the replayability.”
    • “The aiming mechanics combined with dodging make the game really fun, and the excellent music, along with multiplayer options, greatly increase its replayability.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and responsive controls, allowing for precise handling of the snake and effective gun mechanics. Players appreciate the seamless transitions between rounds, enhanced by a random start bonus that adds to the overall experience.

    • “Your snake handles amazingly, and the guns can shoot off by just barely scraping surfaces to avoid a lot of damage. The game runs smoothly, and transitioning from round to round is encouraging with a random start bonus to choose from, just like everything else.”
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Iron Mandate is a action adventure game.

Iron Mandate is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 12 hours playing Iron Mandate.

Iron Mandate was released on April 8, 2025.

Iron Mandate was developed by Emerick Gibson.

Iron Mandate has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Iron Mandate is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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