- November 5, 2015
- HexWar Games
Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge
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Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge is a single player strategy game. It was developed by HexWar Games and was released on November 5, 2015. It received negative reviews from players.
Nuts!: 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.
- The game offers an interesting asymmetrical battle experience, providing different gameplay depending on which side you play.
- The card mechanics are engaging and can lead to strategic decision-making, making the game enjoyable once you understand the rules.
- The game has a decent presentation and is easy to learn, especially for those who enjoy card-based strategy games.
- The lack of a tutorial or clear instructions makes it difficult for new players to understand the game mechanics.
- The AI is poorly designed, often making illogical moves that detract from the overall challenge of the game.
- There are numerous bugs and technical issues that can interrupt gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience.
- gameplay3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of frustration and appreciation; while some players find bugs and a lack of polish detract from the 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 rewarding 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 pick it up with ease.”
“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 it up with ease.”
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Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge is a strategy game.
Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.
Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge was released on November 5, 2015.
Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge was developed by HexWar Games.
Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge has received negative reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.
Nuts!: Battle of the Bulge is a single player game.
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