Legends of Callasia

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Legends of Callasia is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Boomzap Inc and was released on June 10, 2016. It received positive reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"Legends of Callasia" is a turn-based strategy game with elements of card play and empire building. Players must expand their territories, command armies, and build up their cities in a fantasy world filled with epic battles and political intrigue. The game features multiple campaigns, online multiplayer, and a variety of unique heroes and units to command.

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79%

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story5 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay that combines elements of classic strategy games like Risk and Heroes of Might and Magic, offering a unique experience.
Visually appealing with bright graphics and a charming art style, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
The game features a variety of campaigns and multiplayer options, providing ample content and replayability for players.

The game has been criticized for being misleadingly categorized as free-to-play, as it primarily functions as a demo with a paywall for full access.
Multiplayer functionality has been reported as lacking, with a small player base and issues with server connectivity, limiting the online experience.
Some players have found the gameplay mechanics to be overly simplistic or unbalanced, leading to frustration during battles and strategic planning.

story
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being largely inaccessible, as players can only experience the first mission of each campaign without creating an account or paying for additional content, effectively locking them out of the majority of the narrative and missions. While some players enjoyed the initial campaign missions and found the story engaging, the overall experience is marred by technical issues and a frustrating paywall that limits progression. The multiplayer aspect is noted to be more compelling than the single-player story, which many found to be light and less significant in comparison.
- “I have only played the single player story mode so far, but here's a few thoughts on the experience.”
- “The campaign has a great story and the competitive multiplayer makes for a very compelling game!”
- “Great game, really exceptional story writing, just wish the free-to-play model could be a bit better.”
- “I was actually enjoying the single player game, only to find out the developers have disabled the single player campaigns from the second mission when they took out multiplayer.”
- “In short, of the four races featured in the game, you cannot play the majority of the campaign missions or access half of the heroes of three of the races.”
- “So that means that there are 9 campaign missions for each of the three original races that you cannot access.”
gameplay
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as accessible and fast-paced, with a blend of strategic depth and simplicity that appeals to both casual and seasoned players. While the mechanics are well-polished and engaging, some reviewers noted a lack of variety in units and maps, which may affect replayability. Overall, the game is praised for its addictive nature, solid mechanics, and enjoyable multiplayer experience, despite some criticisms regarding graphics and depth.
- “The graphics are nicely done, the game is easy to pick up, and the gameplay is fast.”
- “I think it's a hidden gem & a great turn-based strategy game by a pretty cool group of devs. Gameplay is streamlined, accessible, but deceptively challenging.”
- “The gameplay is quite fun and really makes you think hard on your next step and trust nobody!”
- “Simplistic gameplay, cringey web game graphics.”
- “It doesn't distract much from the gameplay, but it also wasn't intriguing enough that I wanted to hurry to the next map to find out what happens next.”
- “Though the turn-based gameplay and micromanagement may seem a bit much for people who are not used to this genre, this is still perfectly casual-friendly, so give it a try!”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their bright, crisp, and charming art style, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. While some users note the lack of animations and simplistic visuals reminiscent of web games, many appreciate the intuitive interface and the ability to quickly read the game state. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to the game's fun and addictive nature.
- “The graphics are nicely done, the game is easy to pick up and the gameplay is fast.”
- “The graphical style is charming, quite cartoony, and in any event, it looks a damn sight better than my old Risk board!”
- “I also enjoy the visuals; they are crisp, with bright colors allowing you to quickly read the situation on the map.”
- “Simplistic gameplay, cringey web game graphics.”
- “Graphics options are lacking.”
- “As someone who plays games on an ancient (broken fan, integrated graphics) laptop, I often have to struggle with lag because of graphics and memory constraints.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of "Legends of Callasia" has drawn criticism for being misleading, as it is marketed as a free-to-play game while prominently featuring an in-game purchase to unlock the full content. Although some players appreciate the absence of microtransactions, they express frustration over the game's advertising tactics and the perception that it is a cash grab from mobile developers. Overall, the monetization strategy has left players feeling conflicted about the game's value and integrity.
- “The game is listed as free to play with an in-game purchase to unlock the full game.”
- “Some have criticized that the in-game purchase is to get around the Steam refund policy, but that argument isn't logical, as the demo gives you a lot more than 2 hours of gameplay to figure out if you like a game or not.”
- “Massive props to the devs for not using microtransactions, but it would be much better, in my opinion, to let the player try each faction.”
- “Legends of Callasia is an old mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers trying to cash in on abandoned app store content.”
- “Game is listed as free to play with in-game purchases to unlock the full game.”
- “Keep up the good work, developers, and please don't turn this into a cash grab through microtransactions - because I love the style and concept of the game a lot.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received positive feedback for its great soundtrack and ability to enhance gameplay, with users noting its epic quality that matches key moments. While some found it a bit repetitive, updates have introduced more variety, and overall, it contributes to an enjoyable gaming experience. Ratings for the music aspect generally hover around 4/5.
- “The music is also epic, it seems to match certain moments in the game.”
- “Pros: great graphics, amazing soundtrack, pretty fun and addictive gameplay as it does play like a boardgame!”
- “Oh and from the old review, they did add more music and it's spicy.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “While there are some new tracks, they don't really fit the game's atmosphere and can be quite jarring.”
- “The sound design is underwhelming, and the music often fades into the background instead of enhancing the experience.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is mixed; while it offers decent strategic depth and is enhanced by constant updates and multiplayer options, some players feel that the limited variety of units and buildings reduces the replay value of individual maps. However, those who enjoy multiplayer experiences find virtually infinite replayability, making it a game that can provide hundreds of hours of enjoyment.
- “Another thing worth mentioning is the replayability value, and it is pretty great in this game.”
- “There's a ton of replayability if you enjoy multiplayer, and the game is being updated constantly.”
- “If you enjoy the demo, you'll get what you pay for in playtime; there's virtually infinite replayability in multiplayer.”
- “Whilst the mechanics are interesting and fun, and the game does have decent strategic depth, I feel like the replayability of the maps is not that high, particularly because of the limited range and uniqueness of the units and buildings available.”
- “If you enjoy the game after a few hours, you'll still enjoy it for hundreds of hours. The game's replay value lies in playing it with people, not necessarily in the amount of content it provides.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring additional lives to effectively progress.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the clever use of players' own face pictures for the characters of rebels, which adds a personal and amusing touch that resonates with users.
- “One thing that made me laugh was how they used their own face pictures for the rebels' characters.”
- “The humor in the game is spot on, with clever jokes and funny situations that kept me entertained.”
- “I couldn't stop chuckling at the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions throughout the game.”
emotional
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, noting that their feedback led to meaningful changes, which enhanced their sense of impact and engagement. This personal involvement contributes to a touching and immersive experience.
- “There were other small things I had mentioned that got modified as well, and it really made me feel like I had an impact on the game.”
- “So touching.”

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Legends of Callasia is a strategy game.

Legends of Callasia is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Legends of Callasia.

Legends of Callasia was released on June 10, 2016.

Legends of Callasia was developed by Boomzap Inc.

Legends of Callasia has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Legends of Callasia is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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