Lux Alliance
- June 8, 2017
- Sillysoft Games
Get on SteamLux Alliance is a fast-paced, synchronized-turns world conquest game inspired by classic strategy board games. With over 100 maps to choose from, including historical and fantasy settings, players can collaborate with allies, anticipate opponents, and capture enemy headquarters to win. The game also features challenging AI, a map editor, cross-platform online multiplayer with rankings league, and an open-source LuxAgent SDK for programmers to create new AIs. Hot-keys are available for efficient gameplay.
Reviews
- The game offers a vast variety of maps, making each playthrough refreshing and varied.
- It is simple and accessible, allowing players to easily get into the game while still providing strategic challenges.
- The simultaneous turn mechanic adds a new level of strategy, making gameplay more dynamic and engaging.
- AI teammates can be frustrating and often hinder gameplay, making it difficult to enjoy the game.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including poor resolution and clunky movement, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Multiplayer functionality is reportedly broken, leading to a disappointing experience for those looking to play with friends.
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics are generally well-received, with users noting good quality visuals and music. However, some players experience issues such as jittery visuals and graphical artifacts when notifications appear, suggesting that auto-adjust settings may help mitigate these problems.
“The graphics and music are both impressive.”
“Setting all of the auto-adjust screen/video settings to 'on' significantly improves the visual experience.”
“Whenever I get a friend notification or pop-up on the Steam overlay, the game has weird graphics artifacts.”
“Set all of the auto-adjust screen/video settings to 'on.' That should help with the jittery visuals.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of logical engagement mechanics, as enemy armies can pass through player units without initiating combat, leading to a frustrating experience where strategic positioning feels ineffective.
“The gameplay mechanics are frustrating, as enemy armies can simply pass by my units without engaging in combat.”
“It's hard to understand the gameplay when opposing forces can move through each other instead of interacting.”
“Gameplay makes no sense as enemy armies go right by my own units when passing by my territory instead of my units blocking them where they should engage me.”
“I can't believe they allowed a mechanic where opposing forces can just pass through each other instead of engaging in combat.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a mixed experience with stability; while some have not encountered freezing or glitches during gameplay, others have experienced issues with a buggy interface and problematic screens.
“The game has a horrible interface and buggy screens.”
“No freezing or glitches when I have played.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users highlighting it as a strong point alongside the graphics.
“The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
“The variety of music tracks keeps the game fresh and engaging, adding to the immersive atmosphere.”
