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Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition

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52%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
gameplay, story
52% User Score Based on 195 reviews

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Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Gaming Minds Studios and was released on September 2, 2010. It received neutral reviews from players.

In Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition, become a successful merchant in the Hanseatic League during the late Middle Ages, starting with humble beginnings and working your way up to political influence and wealth. Establish your own production, fleet, and trade routes, while building political alliances to gain power and possibly found new towns. With engaging gameplay and historical accuracy, immerse yourself in the bustling trade culture of the northern European Middle Ages.

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52%
Audience ScoreBased on 195 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Patrician IV offers a deep and engaging trading simulation experience, allowing players to build their trading empire and manage resources effectively.
  • The game features improved graphics and a more modern interface compared to its predecessor, making it visually appealing and easier to navigate.
  • Many players find the economic mechanics and the challenge of optimizing trade routes to be highly enjoyable and addictive.
  • The requirement to create a Kalypso account and use the external launcher has frustrated many players, leading to accessibility issues and complaints about data privacy.
  • Combat mechanics are poorly implemented, often described as tedious and unengaging, detracting from the overall gameplay experience.
  • Several players have reported technical issues, including bugs and crashes, particularly on modern systems, which hinder the enjoyment of the game.
  • graphics
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the improved visuals and 3D rendering, while others feel that the transition from 2.5D to 3D has lost some charm and resulted in a less engaging experience. Many users noted that the graphics can be demanding on system resources and may lead to technical issues, such as crashes and poor performance. Overall, while the graphics are considered decent and visually appealing by some, they are often overshadowed by gameplay concerns and comparisons to earlier titles in the series.

    • “I would recommend Rise of a Dynasty even if you've never played the original, because it has improved visuals and a number of new gameplay features which are well worth having.”
    • “The graphics also help with the inviting feel, though fans of the previous crisp pixel cities may be disappointed.”
    • “- Graphically stunning and gorgeous.”
    • “The game has had many options removed from the previous game in the series and the graphics and the poor attempt at 3D rendering just hurts my eyes.”
    • “Kalyptso destroys franchises, graphics over gameplay.”
    • “The game needs to be brought up to today's standards in graphics.”
  • gameplay
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay primarily revolves around trading mechanics, which many players find engaging, though some criticize it for being simplistic and lacking depth compared to previous iterations. While the game introduces new features and improved visuals, it often feels like a rehash of earlier titles, leading to mixed feelings about its replayability and overall excitement. Despite its accessibility, some players note that the gameplay can become monotonous, with AI opponents posing little challenge once the mechanics are mastered.

    • “I would recommend Rise of a Dynasty even if you've never played the original, because it has improved visuals and a number of new gameplay features which are well worth having.”
    • “The mechanics of demand and supply are realistic and you can quickly overproduce or oversupply a market of a city that you came to trade in.”
    • “Very chill, lots of fun mechanics, total replayability.”
    • “Making money is the only thing going for this game, but you can achieve that in one minute of gameplay.”
    • “I really love some concepts and the background of this game, but the gameplay just doesn't offer anything.”
    • “I thought it was an improvement of Patrician 3, but I wasn't expecting this... the same mechanics, same map, same gameplay... disappointing... I still prefer Patrician 3 instead of this.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and clarity, with many quests feeling unwinnable and disconnected from a cohesive narrative. Players note that while missions provide some context, they ultimately fail to deliver a meaningful storyline, resulting in a gameplay experience that feels more task-oriented than story-driven. Overall, the consensus is that the game lacks a compelling narrative.

    • “These missions will ease you into every aspect of the game by giving clear instructions and context, and then leaving you to work out the execution.”
    • “It doesn't have a story.”
    • “And as far as the story goes, that's about it.”
    • “So, as you can see, there isn't much of a story.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay, making it nearly unplayable. Many express frustration over the lack of updates to address these issues, with some noting that previous updates have not been released in years. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern for players.

    • “It would be a decent game if it wasn't so buggy.”
    • “I would really like to see an update that fixes those horrible glitches that make the game unplayable for me, although it seems that the last updates stopped in 2010 or so.”
    • “6 hours of glitches and crashes.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, praised for being enjoyable without being overwhelming or excessively repetitive. However, some users feel that there may be instances of too much music.

    • “Music is good and not inundating or overly repetitive.”
    • “The music is overwhelming and distracts from the gameplay.”
    • “There is too much music playing at once, making it hard to focus.”
    • “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that the atmosphere in the game is effectively present, contributing to an immersive experience.

    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is rich and layered, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
    • “The atmosphere is present, but it feels shallow and lacks depth.”
    • “While the atmosphere is technically there, it fails to evoke any real emotion or immersion.”
    • “The game has an atmosphere, but it feels generic and uninspired.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often requiring them to engage in numerous manual battles to reduce costs, while automatic trading adds to the overall monotony.

    • “The only way to minimize this cost is to fight every single mind-numbingly tedious battle manually.”
    • “Automatic trade is tedious to manage.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a satirical take on the frustrations of online account creation and tracking, with players finding amusement in the absurdity of the situation. Additionally, the poorly executed lip-syncing adds a layer of comedic value, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Essentially every Anno game ever created, only supplemented with hilariously terrible lip-syncing.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game's enjoyable mechanics and relaxed atmosphere, contributing to its high replayability.

    • “Very chill, lots of fun mechanics, total replayability.”
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Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition is a strategy game.

Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition is available on PC and Windows.

Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition was released on September 2, 2010.

Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition was developed by Gaming Minds Studios.

Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Patrician IV: Steam Special Edition is a single player game.

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