Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge
- November 5, 2015
- HexWar Games
Get on SteamNuts!: Battle of the Bulge is a Decision Games card game that recreates the famous World War Two battle (16-31 Dec 1944) in which the German Army mounted a surprise attack on the thin U.S. forces deployed in the Ardennes region.
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Reviews
- The card game offers an interesting asymmetrical battle experience, providing different gameplay depending on which side you play.
- The game is simple and can be entertaining once you understand the mechanics, making it accessible for casual players.
- There are no major bugs reported by some players, and the graphics and music are decent for a card game.
- The game lacks a proper tutorial or guidance, making it difficult for new players to understand the rules and mechanics.
- The AI is poorly designed, often making illogical moves that detract from the overall challenge of the game.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that can interrupt gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of frustration and appreciation; while some players find bugs and a lack of polish detracting from their experience, others enjoy the historical setting and mechanics once they become familiar with the interface. The complexity of the game is noted to diminish after a few playthroughs, suggesting that persistence can lead to a more enjoyable experience. Overall, the gameplay has potential but requires refinement and better onboarding for new players.
“The mechanics of attacking, moving, and defending are well thought out, making the gameplay engaging and enjoyable.”
“The interface may seem complex at first, but after a few playthroughs, you'll find it easy to navigate and understand.”
“This game offers a unique blend of strategy and action that keeps you invested in every moment.”
“The bugs I encounter every now and then that interrupt my gameplay honestly make this game annoying to play.”
“I like the idea of using real history as a basis for the art and setting, but I can't get to any gameplay. The lack of polish, streamlining of the rules, and effective tutorial discouraged me from playing.”
“You really have to consider the mechanics of attacking, moving, and defending. The interface is only complex until you have tried it a few times; once you do a couple of playthroughs, you will pick this up with ease.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are considered decent for the price, providing a satisfactory visual experience alongside the gameplay. However, the accompanying music is noted as repetitive, which may detract from the overall enjoyment.
“I paid 99p, which is a fair price to enjoy the graphics and have a couple of games.”
“I paid 99p, which is a fair price to look at the graphics and have a couple of games.”
“The graphics are decent, and the music is a repeating war song that I don't hate.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized as a repetitive war song that, while not particularly innovative, is generally well-received by players.
“The graphics are decent, but the music is just a repetitive war song that I don't hate.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted for its hilarious name, but it is overshadowed by the overall negative experience, with many players finding the game unplayable and boring.
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's stability currently receives a score of 6.5/10, with users advising against playing until bugs are resolved, as a bug-free experience could potentially raise the rating to 7.5.
