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Iron Tides

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69%Game Brain Score
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69% User Score Based on 70 reviews

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Iron Tides is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Crash Wave Games Inc. and was released on July 24, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

This "rogue-like Viking simulator" is an adventure at sea with epic tactical battles and dungeon-crawler elements. Conscript your warriors and prepare for a new raiding season!

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69%
Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
  • The game features engaging turn-based tactical combat with interesting character abilities and strategic depth.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic Viking theme and the fun mechanics, such as character progression and unique combat interactions.
  • The game has a charming aesthetic and polished presentation, making it enjoyable to play despite its current limitations.
  • The game has been abandoned by the developers, leaving the campaign unfinished and players feeling disappointed.
  • Many users report technical issues, including the game not starting up and a lack of updates for an extended period.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive, with limited tactical options and a simplistic battle system that fails to evolve.
  • story
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for being incomplete, with only six short campaign missions available and a heavy reliance on repetitive, randomly generated side missions. While players can progress at their own pace and manage character death without severe consequences, the overall narrative experience feels lacking and monotonous, leading to concerns about the game's long-term engagement.

    • “Randomly generated side missions let you proceed at your own pace, giving you time to learn the game and improve your party before proceeding along the main quest line.”
    • “Character death is permanent, but the loss of a party member is not a catastrophic blow to proceeding along the quest line.”
    • “You can recruit new heroes at your main camp after each mission.”
    • “The story/campaign was never finished and the devs cut and ran.”
    • “But I hope the devs will come up with something different to do than just repeating similar missions until your characters have the level to defeat the bosses, as, after close to 12 hours, it starts to feel really repetitive.”
    • “The game is maybe too early; only one mission and one side mission out right now.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is well-paced and engaging, with minimal time spent in menus, allowing for a smooth experience. Players appreciate the unique character mechanics and the strategic elements of combat, which is described as polished and satisfying. The longboat travel system adds depth, enabling upgrades that enhance character stats and other gameplay aspects, while the balanced map stamina mechanic contributes to an enjoyable overall experience.

    • “The gameplay is well-paced; I don't seem to feel like I spent too much time in menus or shops.”
    • “Travel is by longboat, which you can upgrade to improve character stats and other game mechanics like food consumption and inventory size.”
    • “It has some really good strategy elements, combat is pretty polished and satisfying, and the map stamina mechanic is well balanced.”
    • “The mechanics are not quite like any game I've played before.”
    • “Travel is by longboat which you can upgrade to improve character stats and also other game mechanics like food consumption and inventory size.”
    • “The gameplay is well paced; I don't seem to feel like I spent too much time in menus or shops.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their simple yet whimsical design, creating a polished and charming aesthetic. The art style effectively balances cuteness with a sense of badassery, complementing the game's overall appeal.

    • “I love the graphics; so simple yet whimsical.”
    • “Aesthetically, the game is polished and very charming.”
    • “The sound is clean, the writing is clever, and the art style strikes a nice balance between cuteness and badassery.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for being pleasant and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive and captivating.”
    • “The game creates a beautifully haunting atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “The overall ambiance is rich and engaging, making every moment feel alive.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised, with multiple users highlighting its quality and effectiveness in enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The music in this game is absolutely fantastic!”
    • “The soundtrack really enhances the overall experience.”
    • “I love how the music sets the mood for each level.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate character development in turn-based RPGs for its depth and engagement, highlighting the excitement of watching their characters grow stronger and the enjoyment of exploring detailed character sheets and skill descriptions. This progression not only enhances the gameplay experience but also encourages players to return for more.

    • “I love character development and progression in turn-based RPGs that offer lots of reasons to play and invite players to come back for more. I adore reading character sheets, skills, and weapon descriptions because it's exciting to witness my fighters become stronger and watch their skills develop.”
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Iron Tides is a casual simulation game.

Iron Tides is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Iron Tides was released on July 24, 2017.

Iron Tides was developed by Crash Wave Games Inc..

Iron Tides has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Iron Tides is a single player game.

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