Minecraft Legends

Minecraft Legends is a surprisingly deep strategy title that embodies what people love about the franchise, adding much more along the way.

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"Minecraft Legends" is a new game set in the Minecraft universe, where players must unite the Overworld. This action-strategy game requires you to build alliances, lead forces, and defend your land against the destructive piglin invasion. Gather resources, plan strategies and outsmart enemies to protect and restore the peaceful world of Minecraft.

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,112 reviews

gameplay47 positive mentions

grinding16 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of base building and strategy elements, reminiscent of Pikmin.
The graphics and art style are charming and visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.
The multiplayer mode can be fun, especially when playing with friends, providing a different dynamic to the gameplay.

The campaign is short and repetitive, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
There are significant issues with multiplayer matchmaking, including the inability to play with friends on the same team.
The controls can feel clunky and unintuitive, particularly for keyboard and mouse users.

gameplay
178 mentions
26 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its approachable mechanics and engaging elements, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many noted that while the initial experience can be enjoyable, the gameplay loop tends to become monotonous over time, and issues with controls and bugs detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a unique concept within the RTS genre, but it struggles with execution and content variety, leaving some players feeling underwhelmed.
- “After only a few hours into the single-player campaign, I was already excited for my second playthrough after realizing the depth of the turn-based mechanic that I've only ever seen before in Westwood's Emperor: Battle for Dune.”
- “The ideas and mechanics in the game are fresh and interesting as you have a certain amount of control over the world events and your character.”
- “Upon starting up Minecraft Legends, I was immediately struck by the enjoyable and engaging gameplay of this real-time strategy game set in the beloved world of Minecraft.”
- “The gameplay is garbage, the devs had issues, the game has died in 8 months after release.”
- “The gameplay loop is hyper repetitive and becomes harder to enjoy the longer you play.”
- “Overall this game feels like a cash grab, and while it seems like most of the budget went into the graphics it is also painfully obvious that the gameplay was either never reviewed or just not developed to be fun.”
story
131 mentions
25 % positive mentions
66 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally well-received for its creativity and charm, drawing comparisons to other Minecraft titles like "Minecraft Story Mode" and "Minecraft Dungeons." However, many players find the narrative to be short and repetitive, with a maximum playtime of around 10-15 hours, leading to a lack of post-campaign content. While the engaging cutscenes and immersive setting are praised, the overall execution leaves some players wanting more depth and variety in the storyline.
- “The story of this game is really well thought out, and the story is hard but not too hard, and you can customize the story the way you like it. All in all, this strategy game is also an exploring game, to explore with your wildest dreams!”
- “The story and lore of this game is very unique and creative, just like in Minecraft Story Mode and Minecraft Dungeons.”
- “Fantastic story, very well designed controls, could do some polishing but looks incredibly promising for a first release.”
- “Unfortunately, this game has been abandoned by the devs, and the story has a maximum playtime of 12 hours, even if you include needlessly exploring the map and ignoring objectives.”
- “The story feels like it's aimed strictly at an extremely young audience.”
- “The storyline is slow and uninspiring, which might not keep players engaged.”
graphics
77 mentions
53 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful, colorful, and cartoon-like art style, which many players find charming and immersive. While some users noted occasional graphical glitches and bugs, the overall aesthetic and character designs are considered impressive and well-executed, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere. However, a few critiques mention that the graphics alone may not compensate for gameplay shortcomings, suggesting a disparity between visual appeal and overall game experience.
- “The art style is breathtaking, and the story, although not as good as I'd like it to be, is serviceable enough for you to be invested.”
- “The visuals are beautiful and character designs are creative.”
- “The graphics are impressive, and the soundtrack adds to the immersive experience.”
- “The art style I personally hate, the half-and-half of the classic sharp edges and ugly cut corners feels very bothersome, and the cel shading job they did looks awful.”
- “Overall this game feels like a cash grab, and while it seems like most of the budget went into the graphics it is also painfully obvious that the gameplay was either never reviewed or just not developed to be fun.”
- “If you have almost the same amount of graphical options as alpha 2 of Minecraft Pocket Edition (12~ years of regression) for a Steam port then something is going horribly wrong.”
grinding
21 mentions
5 % positive mentions
19 % neutral mentions
76 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive, especially in single-player mode. While some appreciate the resource gathering as rewarding and less monotonous, others feel that the game lacks engaging mechanics to sustain interest beyond a few hours. Overall, casual gamers may enjoy the experience, but those seeking depth and variety in grinding may be disappointed.
- “The gameplay is pretty good, moving around the world map is fluid and not tedious.”
- “The game became tedious and stale after a while, maybe not even the 10 hour mark, so I cannot recommend this game.”
- “Though fun to begin with, the game gets to be very repetitive and overall tedious to play.”
- “Singleplayer, it's tedious and annoying.”
monetization
19 mentions
16 % positive mentions
26 % neutral mentions
58 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game has been widely criticized as a cash grab, with numerous players expressing disappointment over the prevalence of microtransactions, particularly for cosmetic items. Many feel that the game's advertising misled them about its content and quality, leading to frustration over the perceived lack of value in the $40 price tag. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as greedy and detrimental to the gameplay experience.
- “It has microtransactions, but they are only cosmetic items. Get the normal edition; the deluxe version isn't worth it for only a handful of skins.”
- “Monetization is alright - it's Microsoft.”
- “This leads to another controversial topic -> skins and microtransactions.”
- “This game was promising until Mojang abandoned it; it has some really cool concepts, but at the end of the day, it is a cash grab.”
- “The advertisements made it out like the single-player experience was going to be great, but it's just repetitive and seems mostly designed for PvP and microtransactions.”
- “Overall, this game feels like a cash grab, and while it seems like most of the budget went into the graphics, it is also painfully obvious that the gameplay was either never reviewed or just not developed to be fun.”
music
16 mentions
50 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its stunning quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its atmospheric and immersive qualities. The soundtrack effectively evokes a range of emotions, from unsettling to empowering, and is often enjoyed outside of gameplay as well. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the game's beautiful visuals and engaging narrative.
- “I do think this game has clear passion put into it; you can see it with the art style, the personality of the world, and the music.”
- “It's beautifully atmospheric and graphics-wise, the music knows how to unsettle you yet also make you feel powerful, and the sound effects are satisfying.”
- “The game features stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack that creates a sense of isolation and melancholy.”
- “Didn't even start the tutorial because I couldn't hear the voice acting, music, or any sound at all.”
- “I had music but just no sound.”
- “And the music.”
stability
16 mentions
13 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
88 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches, particularly in gameplay and user interface, leading to a frustrating experience. While some players have noted improvements and a lack of crashes, others describe it as a "buggy mess" with issues like graphical glitches and AI problems. Overall, the game appears to have potential but currently suffers from stability issues that detract from the enjoyment.
- “Not very buggy (zero crashes, no FPS issues, etc.)”
- “This game isn't buggy or glitchy; it is a functional game.”
- “This game is not worthy of being $69. I was fun for the first hour, but then it just was a disappointment and buggy as hell. Do not buy this game.”
- “As of right now, the game is a buggy mess but has extreme potential.”
- “And much worse, the game is full of bugs (and I've only played half an hour)... buggy UI, completely unfinished and misaligned French dub (a lot of voice lines play at the complete wrong moment, like knowledge introducing themselves when the subtitles tell me about defending the second village?).”
optimization
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews. While some players appreciate the performance and smooth co-op experience, many criticize it for being unpolished, janky, and poorly optimized, particularly in online play. Issues such as connection problems and a lack of focus on cooperative elements overshadow the game's potential, leading to recommendations only at a significantly reduced price.
- “Game is fun, optimized great, co-op is smooth, and the micro-transactions are cheap like the old days.”
- “In agreement with other reviews, it's a very cute RTS game with amazing optimization and a beautiful soundtrack.”
- “Can't complain about the optimization either.”
- “The game has some good concepts, but it was overall done in the wrong way and should have been more optimized and focused on online cooperative play.”
- “It is an unpolished, unoptimized mess that does not deserve a recommendation, unless you buy it for less than $5.”
- “-terrible connection optimization: hero vs hero (player vs player) combat feels terrible, because you can die to an enemy that's clearly 200 meters away from you.”
replayability
12 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while PvP and procedurally generated worlds offer some potential for infinite replay value, many players feel that the campaign lacks depth and fails to provide meaningful replayability after completion. There are calls for additional endgame content to enhance replay value, as the current state leaves players feeling disappointed and wanting more.
- “It reminds me of older RTS games - a campaign that you spend 10-15 hours on, with the replayability coming in the form of versus mode.”
- “PvP gives the game essentially an infinite replay value with its procedurally generated world, like the original Minecraft, and millions of different scenarios you can find yourself in.”
- “Really hope the team is planning some form of fun and replayable endgame content for the future.”
- “However, there is no replayability after completing the campaign currently.”
- “There is no real replayability in the game.”
- “It lacked the depth and replay value that I was hoping for, and I was left feeling disappointed.”
humor
11 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, particularly through well-animated and funny cutscenes that enhance the overall experience. Players find the comedic elements, including unexpected scenarios and amusing interactions, to be a highlight, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the story. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, making the game entertaining even for those who may not typically enjoy strategy sandbox genres.
- “Also a very good amount of funny cutscenes happen through the story.”
- “It genuinely was so hilarious and I did not expect my plan to work that well.”
- “However, this game is a freakin' blast and the cinematics are hilarious.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning visuals and immersive sound design, which effectively evoke feelings of unease and empowerment. Players appreciate the meditative quality of the experience, as it thoughtfully explores deep themes such as grief, loss, and regret, making the atmosphere a standout feature of the gameplay.
- “Its atmosphere and visuals are amazing, and its gameplay forces you to think (unless you like creeper rushing like me).”
- “It's beautifully atmospheric in terms of graphics, the music knows how to unsettle you yet also make you feel powerful, and the sound effects are satisfying.”
- “It is a meditative and atmospheric experience that explores themes of grief, loss, and regret.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a mix of wholesome and relaxing experiences, providing enjoyment in the short term. However, some players find it becomes repetitive, leading to feelings of frustration and a sense of stagnation in progress, rather than delivering a deeply impactful narrative.
- “Quite wholesome and relaxing.”
- “This is not going to be an insanely awesome story with heartbreaking moments, but it is so fun.”
character development
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development for its stunning visuals and imaginative designs, highlighting the potential for customization through options like 3D skin uploads or character design tools.
- “The visuals are beautiful, and the character designs are creative.”
- “This could be through a 3D skin upload, or even just a character designer.”
- “The lack of depth in character development makes it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
- “I wish there were more options for customizing my character's backstory and personality.”
- “The character progression feels linear and uninspired, leaving little room for meaningful growth.”