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Legion Gold

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81%Game Brain Score
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81% User Score Based on 58 reviews

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Legion Gold is a single player turn-based strategy game. It was developed by Slitherine Ltd. and was released on July 9, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Legion Gold is a strategy game that challenges players to build and manage their own ancient Greek city-state. Gamers must gather resources, construct buildings, create an army, and conquer neighboring cities to expand their territory. The game features multiple scenarios, random maps, and a variety of difficulty settings. It also offers a skirmish mode where players can customize their own battles against the AI.

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Legion Gold offers a deep and engaging turn-based strategy experience that emphasizes careful planning and long-term decision-making, appealing to fans of classic wargaming.
  • The game features historically inspired design elements, with unique factions and scenarios that enhance replayability and immersion in ancient Mediterranean cultures.
  • Despite its dated graphics, the game retains a nostalgic charm and provides a satisfying gameplay loop that rewards strategic thinking and resource management.
  • The game's interface and mechanics can feel outdated and unintuitive, leading to a steep learning curve for new players without extensive in-game guidance.
  • Technical issues, such as crashes and loading problems, have been reported, particularly on modern systems, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • The lack of direct control during battles may frustrate players who prefer hands-on micromanagement, making the combat feel detached and less engaging.
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game is characterized by its engaging strategic core and methodical warfare, appealing primarily to fans of campaign-focused mechanics rather than battle gameplay. While the mechanics are straightforward and easy to learn, some players note that it lacks the depth and features found in newer titles like "Spartan." Overall, it offers an enjoyable experience for those who appreciate classic grand-strategy games, making it a suitable entry point for newcomers.

    • “While its presentation and mechanics reflect an earlier era of PC gaming, its strategic core remains engaging for players who appreciate methodical warfare and classical setting immersion.”
    • “Fairly straightforward, and there are enough scenarios and gameplay options to be engaging and entertaining.”
    • “Although the gameplay of Legion was both expanded upon and improved by subsequent releases, Legion is as enjoyable now as it was twenty years ago, and its relative simplicity makes it a particularly good place to start if you are new to historical grand-strategy games.”
    • “I've read the bundle information for this series and I don't know what they are trying to pull making it out as if this is the newest of the bunch, but you can get 'Spartan' that has much more fleshed out mechanics, streamlined UI, better tooltips, better diplomacy, and overall more gameplay options for the same price.”
    • “The mechanics of this game are so simple I'm surprised they didn't convert it (yet) to mobile.”
    • “Although the gameplay of Legion was both expanded upon and improved by subsequent releases Chariots of War and Spartan, Legion is as enjoyable now as it was twenty years ago and its relative simplicity makes it a particularly good place to start if you are new to historical grand-strategy games.”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are functional and prioritize clarity over modern visual fidelity, reflecting ancient Mediterranean cultures through unit names and geographical locations. While some users find the visuals dated, others appreciate the art style's enduring charm and the game's overall aesthetic. Overall, the graphics are described as straightforward and minimal, fitting the game's challenging gameplay rather than aiming for flashy presentation.

    • “Unit names, geographical locations, and faction identities reflect ancient Mediterranean cultures, lending authenticity to the campaigns.”
    • “Art style has aged pretty well in my opinion and is still enjoyable to look at.”
    • “The graphics are functional rather than flashy, featuring straightforward terrain textures and unit representations that prioritize clarity over modern visual fidelity.”
    • “Dated graphically.”
    • “Decent game, though dated in graphics.”
    • “Has minimal graphics but can be quite challenging on the harder levels.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Replayability in the game is enhanced by the presence of multiple playable nations, each requiring unique strategies and tactics. However, some users criticize the weak AI, which detracts from the overall replay value.

    • “One of Legion Gold's enduring strengths lies in its replayability.”
    • “The inclusion of multiple playable nations expands replayability, as each faction demands different strategic priorities and battlefield tactics.”
    • “One of Legion Gold’s enduring strengths lies in its replayability.”
    • “The game has weak AI and offers no replayability!”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is largely lacking, as players note that it primarily revolves around playing on various map scenarios without a significant narrative or premise to engage with.

    • “In terms of story and premise, there isn't really anything beyond playing on certain map scenarios.”
    • “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is minimal, leaving players with little emotional investment in the story.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and sound in the game are generally well-received, enhancing the overall experience despite the game's imperfections. Players appreciate the quality of the audio, which makes gameplay enjoyable even for those who may struggle with strategy.

    • “The music and sound design are great, making it enjoyable to play even if you're not the best strategist.”
    • “The soundtrack really enhances the overall experience of the game.”
    • “The sound and music are serviceable.”
    • “The music lacks variety and quickly becomes repetitive.”
    • “The soundtrack feels generic and fails to enhance the gaming experience.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to shallow diplomacy, a weak user interface, and a lack of helpful tooltips, which contribute to frustrating micromanagement. Additionally, the limited variety in gameplay elements makes prolonged play sessions feel monotonous.

    • “Shallow diplomacy, weak UI, lack of tooltips, tedious micromanagement at times, and limited variety make for a grinding experience in a game that is meant to be played over longer periods.”
    • “The repetitive tasks and lack of meaningful progression turn what could be an engaging experience into a tedious grind.”
    • “Grinding feels unnecessarily prolonged due to the limited variety of activities and the overwhelming micromanagement required.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game's optimization has deteriorated, leading to a decline in overall performance.

    • “Performance has gotten even worse.”
    • “The game frequently lags and stutters, making it unplayable at times.”
    • “I experience constant frame drops, which ruins the overall experience.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game experiences significant stability issues on Windows 10, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and severe lag.

    • “Plenty of crashes, freezes, and even severe lag on Windows 10.”
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Legion Gold is a turn-based strategy game.

Legion Gold is available on PC, Phone, Windows and Tablet.

Legion Gold was released on July 9, 2020.

Legion Gold was developed by Slitherine Ltd..

Legion Gold has received positive reviews from players. Most players disliked this game for its gameplay.

Legion Gold is a single player game.

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