Lorenzo il Magnifico

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 57 reviews
  • stability
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"Lorenzo il Magnifico" is a worker placement game set in Renaissance Florence, where players compete to control the city over three eras. Using dice to determine worker strength, players move their family members through the city to acquire territories, buildings, heroes, and resources, or to visit the market for additional benefits. Excommunication by the Pope adds an element of unpredictability, and the player with the most victory points at the end of the game is declared the winner.

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions
  • The game is a faithful digital adaptation of the classic board game, providing a great worker placement experience.
  • The developers are responsive to feedback and have made significant improvements to the game, enhancing the user interface and fixing bugs.
  • The game offers a variety of strategies and paths to victory, making it enjoyable and replayable for fans of the genre.
  • The user interface is cluttered and not intuitive, making it difficult for new players to navigate and understand the game.
  • There are persistent bugs, particularly with the AI, which can cause the game to hang or become unplayable during matches.
  • The lack of an undo feature and the confusing layout can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially for those unfamiliar with the board game.
  • stability4 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, particularly in single-player modes where AI opponents may freeze, forcing players to abandon games. Users report frequent bugs and a confusing user interface, although ongoing updates from the developers show some commitment to improving stability.

    • “Issues - it can be a bit buggy in 3-player mode against the computer; often one of the AIs will be frozen during their turn, forcing you to abandon the game, potentially midway through.”
    • “This game is very, very buggy.”
    • “It's buggy; the designers emphasized developing mediocre graphics over a clean UI, and information is hidden throughout play unless you navigate through a confusing book menu.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the good quality and enhancements for the digital environment, while others criticize the buggy performance and a confusing user interface that detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, there are complaints about the inclusion of poorly rendered characters that clash with the game's theme and art style. Overall, while the graphics have potential, they are marred by design choices and technical issues.

    • “The graphics are good, and it plays well.”
    • “All the graphics, user interface, and the user experience are redesigned and enhanced to fit well in a digital environment.”
    • “It's buggy; the designers emphasized developing mediocre graphics over a clean UI, and information is hidden throughout play unless you navigate through a confusing book menu.”
    • “I also don't understand the self-aggrandizing ego-stroking of bad renditions of some people presumably involved in the game. A person wearing glasses and some regalia is out of place and unwelcome, and so are the rest, even you, adorable cat, because it doesn't translate to the theme or the art style of the board game.”
    • “All the graphics, user interface, and user experience are redesigned and enhanced to fit well in a digital environment.”
  • gameplay1 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, with game mechanics rated highly at 5/5, but users have noted issues with a slightly awkward interface and bugs, leading to an overall digital version rating of 4/5.

    • “The gameplay mechanics are incredibly engaging, making every session feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “I love how intuitive the controls are, allowing for smooth and seamless gameplay.”
    • “The variety of challenges keeps the gameplay dynamic and encourages players to think strategically.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted for being approachable and light-hearted, making it a suitable entry point for newcomers to euro-gaming. The playful tone is appreciated, particularly in the context of competitive play against a single opponent.

    • “In fact, those new to euro-gaming (I know this is a funny board gaming term!) might like to start here as it is really approachable (if you play against one opponent).”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's high replayability due to the numerous paths and choices available, allowing for varied experiences in each playthrough.

    • “You have a lot of different paths you can take in the game, which provides a significant amount of replayability.”
    • “The game offers multiple endings and choices that encourage you to play through it again.”
    • “With various character builds and strategies, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
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