March of the Eagles

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March of the Eagles is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game with a historical theme. It was developed by Paradox Development Studio and was released on February 18, 2013. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"March of the Eagles" is a war-focused grand strategy game set during the Napoleonic Wars from 1805 to 1820. As a leader, command your nation's troops, expand your empire through war and negotiation, and manage logistics in detailed 3D maps of Europe. Experience historical warfare and secure your nation's power in this immersive game from Paradox Development Studio.

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music6 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

March of the Eagles is an underrated game that offers a unique take on the Napoleonic Wars, focusing heavily on military strategy and combat mechanics.
The game provides a complete base experience without the need for extensive DLCs, making it a good value for players interested in a finished product.
It serves as a great introduction to Paradox's grand strategy games, especially for those who enjoy fast-paced warfare and tactical army composition.

The game suffers from a lack of depth in diplomacy and economic management, making it feel simplistic compared to other Paradox titles.
Many players have reported issues with AI behavior, particularly regarding the overpowered British navy and unbalanced gameplay for smaller nations.
The short time frame of the game limits the potential for long-term strategy and development, leading to repetitive gameplay experiences.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its fast-paced and simplified mechanics, making it accessible for newcomers to the grand strategy genre, particularly those familiar with titles like Victoria 2 and Europa Universalis IV. While it features deep economic and diplomatic systems, some players find the combat mechanics confusing and lacking in depth, with a tendency towards repetitive gameplay unless enhanced by additional content. Overall, the game shines in its unique battle mechanics and tactical elements, though it may disappoint those seeking the political intricacies typical of other Paradox titles.
- “It is a game with simple mechanics, and people already familiar with Victoria 2 will certainly feel at home.”
- “Where this game truly shines is when the player fully utilizes the really deep and well-designed battle mechanics, which no other Paradox game could really provide even up to this day.”
- “The flank commanders and tactics system, along with the fleshed-out after-action reports, blew me away in the first few hours of gameplay.”
- “You'll probably get bogged down by the older visuals and less polished mechanics.”
- “Regarding the combat mechanics (which could stand to be better explained, since the tutorial doesn't do a good job of telling you how to keep armies efficiently supplied or how that at least works), armies tend to fight to the death much of the time and it's sometimes difficult to tell what's going on.”
- “Think of a typical Paradox game stripped to the bone with no content, no patching, and the most basic gameplay imaginable.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise from users, with many describing it as fantastic and integral to the overall experience, enhancing the game's atmosphere and immersion. Reviewers recommend listening to the soundtrack, noting its ability to evoke a sense of warfare and grandeur. While the music is consistently highlighted as a strong point, some critiques mention that it cannot fully compensate for other shortcomings in the game's design.
- “Give the OST a listen on YouTube; if you like the style, you won't be disappointed, 8/10.”
- “Music, on the other hand, is where Paradox always delivers, and this game is no different.”
- “The music is choreographed by F.”
- “Music on the other hand is where Paradox always delivers and this game is no different.”
- “The music adds further grandeur to the game which may not exist otherwise.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are generally considered decent, utilizing a familiar engine that delivers visually appealing elements, though they may feel dated and less polished compared to more modern titles. While the visuals are satisfactory, they do not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, which some players find lacking in depth and satisfaction. Overall, the graphics are not the primary draw of the game, and players seeking high-end visuals may be disappointed.
- “It's difficult to find a Napoleonic game that lies between eye candies like NTW, with great visuals but little depth and realism, and the insanely complex and chunky AGEOD titles.”
- “Graphically, it is quite nice, using the same engine as the most recent entries, but as strange as it is, the primary focus being combat was just not satisfying in my mind.”
- “And the graphics, I think from the pictures you know what I mean.”
- “You'll probably get bogged down by the older visuals and less polished mechanics.”
- “And the graphics, I think from the pictures, you know what I mean.”
- “If you're going to be persuaded either way by graphics for a game like this, you're probably in the wrong place.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game has limited replayability compared to other grand strategy titles, though the ability to play every nation from the start without DLC does enhance its replay value.
- “However, for me, the game doesn't have much replay value.”
- “Finally, it doesn't have the same level of replayability as other grand strategy titles.”
- “Every nation on the map is playable from launch (no DLC is a rarity these days), which adds replayability to the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report no glitches or crashes and appreciate the user-friendly layout, others highlight significant bugs that detract from the experience.
- “No glitches or crashes. Everything is laid out neatly, and the game provides regular alerts to players who are playing on the easiest difficulty and trying to hide out in the backwater that is the Ottoman Empire.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any hiccups, allowing for an immersive experience without interruptions.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; I can focus on strategy without worrying about technical issues.”
- “I would give a positive review for just about any Paradox title (yes, including Victoria II and Hearts of Iron III, as buggy as they may be), but this is a title I simply cannot overlook for its mistakes.”
- “Buggy, sure.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the diplomacy and coalition building system to be more tedious than enjoyable, suggesting that while it has potential, it often feels laborious rather than engaging.
- “The diplomacy and coalition building system holds promise, but in practice seemed more tedious to me than fun or interesting.”

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March of the Eagles is a real-time strategy game with historical theme.

March of the Eagles is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 503 hours playing March of the Eagles.

March of the Eagles was released on February 18, 2013.

March of the Eagles was developed by Paradox Development Studio.

March of the Eagles has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

March of the Eagles is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Victoria II, Imperator: Rome, Hearts of Iron III, Field of Glory: Empires, Making History: The Great War and others.

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