Longsword Tabletop Tactics

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 50 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • monetization
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"Longsword Tabletop Tactics" is a digital game of tabletop miniature combat, allowing players to create and battle on customizable terrains. With over 250 champions, spells, structures, and equipment cards, players can engage in deep turn-based tactical battles in solo campaigns, AI skirmishes, and online multiplayer. The table editor with Workshop integration enables users to share their creations, contributing to a vibrant community of tabletop strategy enthusiasts. A free demo is available for players to try out the game.

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62%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game has a solid foundation with great graphics and immersive gameplay, capturing the feel of tabletop miniatures.
  • The developer is responsive and actively working on updates, showing commitment to improving the game.
  • There are extensive customization options available, including a map editor and a variety of factions and units, providing endless replayability.
  • The game appears to be abandoned, with limited updates and content, leading to frustration among players.
  • Many players report issues with gameplay mechanics, including poor AI balance and difficult single-player campaigns.
  • The price point is considered too high for the current state of the game, with some players feeling it is not worth the investment.
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their quality and attention to detail, with many users highlighting the impressive card models and character animations that enhance the overall experience. While some players feel that graphics are not the most critical aspect of gameplay, the visuals effectively capture the essence of a tabletop game, contributing to an enjoyable and immersive atmosphere. Overall, the game's graphics are described as amazing, perfect, and well-executed, adding significant value to the gameplay.

    • “The graphics and models depicting the cards are amazing.”
    • “Awesome graphics, feels like a real board game, really fun mechanics and actually quite challenging.”
    • “The graphics are perfect and the motion of the characters as they carry out individual moves, whether it be healing another ally or attacking an enemy, are enjoyable to watch.”
    • “At least the graphics are decent.”
    • “Visuals and music are fine, the gameplay is solid, easy but quite deep too.”
    • “This game captures the tabletop feel and delivers on both gameplay and graphics.”
  • gameplay11 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a solid foundation of skills and abilities, utilizing an "action points" system for movement on a hexagonal grid, which enhances the tactical experience. While some users noted issues with controls and lag, many praised the game for its fun mechanics, challenging gameplay, and the ability to capture the essence of a tabletop experience. Overall, it combines engaging visuals with deep, innovative mechanics that appeal to fans of tactical board games.

    • “In terms of gameplay, it has a solid foundation of basic skills and abilities, with movement actions based on an 'action points' mechanic as you navigate your army across a hexagonal grid.”
    • “Awesome graphics, feels like a real board game, with really fun mechanics that are actually quite challenging.”
    • “This game captures the tabletop feel and delivers on both gameplay and graphics.”
    • “Awful controls, lags on a powerful PC, lack of gameplay mechanics, music sounds a lot like Ocarina of Time music.”
    • “Mechanics are not really transparent but are fun.”
    • “In terms of gameplay, it's got a pretty solid foundation of basic skills and abilities, but movement actions are based on an 'action points' mechanic as you navigate your army across a hexagonal grid.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is currently free of microtransactions, with players gaining full access to the initial set of cards upon purchase. However, there are concerns about potential future microtransactions and a lack of content, leading some to view the game as a cash grab despite its pre-alpha status.

    • “Buying the game in early access means you will have full access to the entire first set of cards.”
    • “There are no microtransactions currently, which is a refreshing change for a game in pre-alpha.”
    • “The developer has assured players that they will not face any microtransaction issues at this stage.”
    • “Overall, I like the game and look forward to more, but microtransactions and very little content ruin it for me.”
    • “Last thing: there is already talk of microtransactions and this game is 'pre-alpha'.”
    • “I don't believe in negative reviews unless the game is an outright cash grab, which this proved to be the penultimate example of.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some noting its similarity to the soundtrack of "Ocarina of Time," while others praise the immersive atmosphere created by the attractive lighting effects and engaging guitar music. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, despite criticisms of other gameplay elements.

    • “The lighting effects are attractive, and along with some really great guitar music, it creates a very immersive atmosphere.”
    • “Visuals and music are fine; the gameplay is solid, easy, but quite deep too.”
    • “Awful controls, lags on a powerful PC, lack of gameplay/mechanics, music sounds a lot like Ocarina of Time music.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    Players highlight the game's exceptional replayability, noting that it offers endless value even after completion. The skirmish mode, featuring three diverse maps, further enhances this aspect by providing ample variety for repeated playthroughs.

    • “Endless replay value.”
    • “When this game is finished, you're going to own something that has a lot of replayability.”
    • “Skirmish mode has three maps, and all provide enough variety for replayability.”
  • story2 mentions

    The game's story aspect is enhanced by a user-friendly editor that allows players to create custom campaigns, linking skirmish and storyline battles creatively. Players find enjoyment in building decks and engaging with AI, contributing to a fun and immersive experience.

    • “The story is incredibly engaging, with a rich narrative that keeps you invested from start to finish.”
    • “The game features a friendly editor that allows you to create your own campaigns, linking skirmish and storyline battles in imaginative ways.”
    • “I had a lot of fun building decks and playing with AI, which added depth to the overall story experience.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is minimal, leaving the plot feeling flat and uninteresting.”
    • “The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any surprising twists or turns.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its attractive lighting effects and immersive guitar music, which together create a captivating experience for players.

    • “The lighting effects are attractive, and along with some really great guitar music, they create a very immersive atmosphere.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users express significant frustration with the game's stability, labeling it as "buggy" and feeling that the price of $29.99 is unjustified given its performance issues.

    • “The nerve of asking $29.99 for this piece of buggy software is insane.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users feel that the game currently requires significant optimization improvements to enhance performance and overall experience.

    • “It needs more optimization at the moment.”
    • “The game suffers from significant performance issues that require urgent optimization.”
    • “Optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering gameplay.”
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