Qvadriga
- June 13, 2014
- Turnopia
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Qvadriga" is a single-player, turn-based strategy game set in the Roman circus, where you manage your own chariot racing team. Train drivers, acquire equipment and horses, and employ cunning tactics to win races and avoid accidents or attacks from rival teams. The game offers masterful mechanics and takes about 10 hours to complete, providing a rich and challenging historical experience.
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Reviews
- Unique subject matter as a chariot racing simulation, offering a fresh experience in gaming.
- Engaging turn-based mechanics that require strategic thinking and planning.
- Fun and addictive gameplay with a mix of luck and skill, providing a sense of immersion in the racing experience.
- Heavy reliance on RNG can make tactical choices feel irrelevant, leading to frustrating outcomes.
- Campaign mode lacks depth and variety, making the gameplay repetitive over time.
- The game is considered overpriced for the amount of content it offers, with many suggesting it should be sold at a lower price.
- gameplay88 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its engaging turn-based mechanics that effectively translate the excitement of chariot racing into a strategic experience. While the mechanics are easy to learn, mastering them presents a rewarding challenge, and players appreciate the depth of strategy involved in managing races and resources. However, some reviewers noted a lack of content and complexity, suggesting that additional features could enhance the overall experience.
“It convincingly translates a real-world activity to game mechanics.”
“The turn-based gameplay requires a lot of strategy and it's thrilling to pull off a race victory, and devastating when you lose your best auriga.”
“Just plain fun to play, the racing mechanics are great, immersive, and challenging.”
“All in all the concept is great but the gameplay is lacking; you must get in the top 3 places just to win some money to repair your chariots, or basically it's 3 tries and then you have to start from the beginning and try again.”
“There is very limited content and the gameplay is lacking in flavor or complexity.”
“A bit more depth in the gameplay would have also been helpful, such as having actual stables to train horses and riders. Really, any game content outside of the racetrack would have been nice, like using money to build your own mansion, adding to your prestige level that would in turn attract more skillful riders and chariot builders.”
- graphics68 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently described as simple, dated, and functional, often resembling those of a board game or early mobile titles. While some players appreciate the minimalistic style for allowing their imagination to enhance the experience, many others find the visuals lacking and unattractive, suggesting that the game's production quality reflects a limited budget. Overall, the consensus is that while the graphics may not impress, the gameplay remains engaging and enjoyable for those who prioritize mechanics over aesthetics.
“Yes, the graphics are dated, but I find it lets you dive into your imagination as the chariots race around the track.”
“Qvadriga is a pristine example of how the imagination is of an infinitely higher definition than any type of ultra-detailed graphics.”
“Graphics are minimalistic, but the gameplay is fun and surprisingly tactical.”
“Graphics are not impressive at all.”
“Old graphics, simple menus, and 2 game modes.”
“The graphics are really simple, a top down view of chariots on a track.”
- replayability12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game offers decent replayability, with some players finding it entertaining and engaging, while others feel it becomes repetitive over time. Many reviewers suggest that additional customization options and a multiplayer component could significantly enhance the replay value. Overall, while it has potential, the current design limits its long-term appeal for some players.
“This is a very entertaining product and has fairly high replay value.”
“The replay value is good, but they could've made it great if they'd added some more customization and built out the management aspect better.”
“Also, this game is begging for a multiplayer component, which would make it much more replayable.”
“It does become a tad bit repetitive over time and that decreases the replayability for me.”
“Hmmm, I liked the look of this game and even went so far as to watch a few YouTube clips on it, but in all honesty after 3 hours I found the game rather dull and a little boring. Perhaps it would be more playable if it were real-time instead of turn-based, but hey ho, you get what you pay for.”
“Also, this thing is begging for a multiplayer component which would make the game much more replayable.”
- story10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for lacking depth, progression, and rivalries, making it feel incomplete despite being the only chariot racing management game available. While individual races are engaging, players find the absence of a cohesive narrative or end-game disappointing. Overall, the experience is seen as not justifying its price due to these storytelling shortcomings.
“Long story is that this is the only chariot racing management game you'll ever see, which is a huge plus.”
“But you will not be alone in your quest for the Maximus, Ludes - you'll have to deal with the full might of Rome's military as you confront the Russata!”
“Short story is, it's not worth anything like the price.”
“But you will not be alone in your quest for the Maximus, Ludes - you'll have to deal with the full might of Rome's military as you deal with the Russata!”
“It reminds me of the chariot race missions in Shadow of Rome.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is described as slow, tedious, and primarily appealing to hardcore fans of RNG gameplay. Players find the lack of tactical insight before races and the randomness of outcomes frustrating, leading to a minimal sense of immersion, though it may still entice players to engage for "just one more" round.
“Slow and tedious, only for absolute hardcore fans of RNG gameplay, with too little insight before races for tactical decisions, and too random results of your actions during races. In this barren, minimalistic game of grind, it can get you to play just one more time, but rarely with commitment or sense of immersion.”
“This game is grindy as hell.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its immersive atmosphere, highlighted by its detailed typography, clear icons, and striking visual elements like the blood smear on the track, which effectively convey a sense of drama and intensity.
“Despite this, the game oozes atmosphere, from the type fonts, to the crisp clear icons, to the blood smear on the sandy-tan track marking the death of a charioteer.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that the emotional experience of the game can be frustrating, as it often feels like success or failure is determined by factors beyond their control, rather than their own strategies or decisions.
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game cannot be turned off, only muted, which has led to some frustration among players seeking a complete silence option.
“You can't turn off the music, you can only mute the sound.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game enjoyable but feel that it lacks depth in character development and could be significantly improved with additional features to enhance this aspect.
- monetization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is available for purchase on Android and iOS as a full version with no in-app purchases, providing a straightforward monetization model.
“The game can also be bought on Android/iOS (full game with no in-app purchases).”
