Rebels & Redcoats
- November 6, 2014
- HexWar Games
Rebels and Redcoats recreates the battlefields of the American Revolutionary War. The war began in 1775 when the American colonies rebelled against the British Empire, declaring their independence in 1776.
Reviews
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
gameplay2 negative mentions
- The game offers a decent array of scenarios and is fun to play, especially for fans of the American Revolution.
- It features realistic unit names that enhance the gameplay experience and is simple to learn.
- The rules for line combat and different formations are well-implemented, making it enjoyable for tactical enthusiasts.
- The game is considered overpriced and suffers from many bugs, particularly on PC platforms.
- Some victory conditions are too difficult to achieve, especially for the American side, leading to frustration.
- The gameplay can be overly simplistic and inaccurate, which may disappoint those looking for a more in-depth tactical experience.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this title follows the established formula of other Hexwars games, featuring realistic unit names that enhance the overall immersion and authenticity of the experience.
“Gameplay is similar to most Hexwars games.”
“Gameplay is like most Hexwars games.”
“There are realistic names of units which provide an element of realism to your gameplay.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its instability, with users reporting numerous bugs and inaccuracies, particularly on PC platforms. While it may be more suitable for handheld devices, its performance on PCs is deemed unsatisfactory.
“I got this for its many scenarios, but it's too simple, inaccurate, and buggy. I suppose it'd be okay for a handheld device, but it fails on a PC platform, although I play it for laughs.”
“The game is riddled with bugs and lacks stability, making it frustrating to play on a PC.”
“While the scenarios are interesting, the overall stability of the game is disappointing, leading to frequent crashes and glitches.”
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