Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns

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Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game with fantasy and warfare themes. It was developed by TimeGate Studios and was released on August 24, 2011. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns" is a real-time strategy game set in a fantasy world where players lead one of several factions to victory. The game emphasizes tactical combat, city-building, and resource management, with a unique "kohan" unit system that allows for powerful strategic combinations. Players must balance expansion, warfare, and diplomacy to secure their place as the dominant immortal sovereign.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns offers a unique blend of RTS and RPG mechanics, allowing players to manage companies of units rather than individual ones, which adds depth and strategy to gameplay.
The game features a solid campaign with engaging lore, interesting economic systems, and a variety of factions, making it enjoyable for both new and returning players.
Despite its age, the game remains fun and addictive, with many players praising its nostalgic value and the strategic depth it offers compared to modern RTS titles.

The game suffers from significant performance issues on modern systems, often requiring community patches to run smoothly, which can deter new players.
Graphics and user interface are dated, which may not appeal to players accustomed to modern game aesthetics and quality of life improvements.
The AI can be challenging and sometimes frustrating, with some players finding the difficulty spikes overwhelming, especially in the early stages of the campaign.

gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
52%
13%
The gameplay of this real-time strategy game is praised for its minimalist yet engaging mechanics, reminiscent of classic literature rather than cinematic adaptations. Players appreciate the natural feel of combat mechanics, the unique resource management system, and the variety in emergent gameplay, all of which contribute to a rewarding experience. Despite its dated graphics, the game stands out for its innovative strategies and depth, making it a must-try for RTS enthusiasts.
- “The gameplay is fantastically deep and rewarding still.”
- “One of the best real-time strategy games I've ever seen, Kohan has developed both highly innovative gameplay and a strong, vivid world.”
- “At the start of the 2000s, there was a noticeable decline in the RTS genre: stale and overused gameplay, dwindling sales, and a lack of new ideas.”
- “The gameplay is unique even for how dated the title is.”
- “The gameplay is simple and has a very natural learning curve.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The graphics of the game are described as charming yet dated, with a nostalgic quality reminiscent of classic RTS titles. While some players appreciate the artwork and magic effects, others note that the visuals may not hold up against more modern games, and there are limitations such as fixed resolution. Overall, the graphics are considered good for their time, contributing positively to the gameplay experience despite their age.
- “The game is like playing LOTR, not the LOTR movies but reading the LOTR book, or listening to an old 70s audiobook or something. It's a minimalist, stately, patient RTS with an interesting gameplay model, wonderful artwork, and a nice little mythology wrapped up in a bow.”
- “The strategy aspect is fun enough, and the graphics are quite good for its time, sticking to decent quality sprites.”
- “Pros in general: great graphics for the time (the magic effects are particularly satisfying).”
- “The only downside that I can think of is that the graphics are dated and that you can't change the resolution.”
- “The maps graphically could've been better, though back in the days was fair.”
- “Extremely easy, extremely graphic-deep, high-quality and soulless.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
The story in the game is generally well-received, featuring a compelling quest that follows the hero Darius as he battles evil in the land of Khaldun. While some players find the narrative immersive and enjoyable, others feel it can be tedious and less engaging, especially for those not invested in the storyline. Knowledge of the sequel enhances the experience, making the plot more coherent and interesting for returning players.
- “Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns lets you accompany a goodly hero, Darius, on his quest to purge the evil of the shadow from the lands of Khaldun.”
- “The story is great and immersive as well.”
- “The story is alright, although knowing the events from the sequel makes the story more compelling and easier to understand.”
- “Then again, the story is not really the selling point for me.”
- “The campaign was enjoyable and you had a sense of progression throughout the missions and quests.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting poor performance, jerky action, and frequent freezes, particularly on modern systems. While a patch exists to improve functionality, the lack of initial optimization has led to a frustrating experience for players.
- “You need this patch to properly run the game or else your performance will suffer!”
- “The action of the game is jerky; it does not run smoothly, making it too annoying to play.”
- “I was sold an unplayable game, as this appears not to have been optimized for a modern machine.”
- “Almost all of the negative reviews are about poor performance or freezes; assuming these people were all on Windows 8 or 10, there is a patch for this.”
- “You need this patch to properly run the game, or else your performance will suffer!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game offers significant replayability, particularly through its entertaining campaign mode and numerous random scenarios. However, some users feel that overall replay value may be limited compared to other titles.
- “I find the campaign mode very entertaining, and the random scenarios are massively replayable.”
- “Lots of replayability as well.”
- “You are not going to get much replay value these days.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The atmosphere of the game is reminiscent of classic RTS titles, appealing to players who prefer a more relaxed pace without the pressure of high actions per minute (APM).
- “The game immerses you in a captivating atmosphere that truly enhances the overall experience.”
- “The rich and detailed environments create a unique atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The atmospheric sound design and visuals work together to create an unforgettable gaming experience.”
- “I recommend the game if you’re into older RTS titles without the APM atmosphere.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be boring and tedious, detracting from the overall enjoyment and engagement.
- “Grinding is boring and tedious.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel like a chore.”
- “I find the grinding to be excessively time-consuming and unengaging.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The majority of negative reviews regarding stability highlight issues with poor performance and freezing, particularly among users on Windows 8 or 10. However, a patch is available to address these concerns.
- “Almost all of the negative reviews are about poor performance or freezes, assuming these people were all on Windows 8 or 10. There is a patch for this.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by exceptional voice acting that leaves players in stitches, contributing significantly to the overall comedic experience.
- “You will be doubled over laughing at the quality of the voice acting.”
- “The humor is so clever and unexpected, it keeps you on your toes.”
- “Every character has a unique sense of humor that adds to the overall charm of the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a heartfelt experience, offering a generous amount of wholesome content that evokes strong emotions. The expansion "Ahriman's Gift" adds to this emotional depth, although its availability may be limited.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music features a dark soundtrack that, while not particularly memorable, is noted for its distinctive tone.
- “The soundtrack is somewhat dark, and although not particularly memorable, it does stand out because of its tone.”

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Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns is a real-time strategy game with fantasy and warfare themes.

Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns was released on August 24, 2011.

Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns was developed by TimeGate Studios.

Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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