January 11, 2024
Nerial

Reigns: Three Kingdoms

The turn-based card battler Reigns: Three Kingdoms may not be exactly what you think when you first start, but it’s a good game worth adding to your deck-building library.

65%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

stability, grinding

59% User Score Based on 61 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 6 reviews

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About

Reigns: Three Kingdoms is a single player and multiplayer tactical role playing game with comedy and historical themes. It was developed by Nerial and was released on January 11, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

Reigns: Three Kingdoms is inspired by the beloved Chinese epic, The Romance of the Three Kingdoms. This game will thrust you into the turbulent final years of the Han dynasty. Swipe your way through negotiations, relationships and strategic alliances!

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 61 reviews

story8 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game offers a lot of depth and has expanded in many new directions, making it worth multiple playthroughs.
The new combat mechanics are enjoyable and add a fun element to the gameplay.
The graphics are pleasant, and the game is a good evolution of the Reigns series with interesting story elements.

The writing quality has significantly declined, with distracting references that may not age well.
The game suffers from repetitiveness and bugs that can disrupt the narrative flow and player experience.
Some players find the mechanics confusing, leading to a lack of clarity in gameplay and consequences of choices.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
45%
15%
The story in this game is engaging and offers a unique twist by allowing players to build the narrative through different rulers, with recognizable events from the Three Kingdoms setting. While the gameplay may not be the main draw, the combination of card mechanics and a new combat system enhances the overall experience. However, some players noted issues with the flow of story events, which can detract from enjoyment.
- “Has a cool story behind the story aspect, and is honestly a good, fun reigns game!”
- “Subtle additions like the cards animating when making decisions combined with a new combat system and interesting story make it a definite upgrade to the last games.”
- “Very fun battles, but this isn't a game you should get for the story.”
- “Other than playing to my love of the story, gameplay is meh.”
- “The game always continues the story from where your previous character died, with you resuming play as a family member to the previous ruler.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
12%
13%
The gameplay is generally praised for its enjoyable new mechanics and fun interactions, offering a refreshing departure from previous titles in the series. However, many players express frustration with bugs that disrupt gameplay and interactions, leading to a mixed overall experience. While some appreciate the item mechanics and story, others find the gameplay lacking without these elements.
- “Enjoyable departure from the other games in the series, the new mechanics are incredibly fun.”
- “I own it on two different platforms and I don't know all of the cards by heart, but I love that game due to the item mechanic that made that game truly fun.”
- “Other than playing to my love of the story, gameplay is mediocre.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's graphics are generally considered pleasant, featuring detailed visuals and varying art styles based on player choices. However, some users have noted the presence of glitches that detract from the overall experience.
- “The visuals are a lot more detailed and have an additional art style depending on your choice, which is a positive aspect.”
- “The game offers some nice graphics; although there are some glitches here and there, it is pleasant all the same.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally enjoyable with nice graphics, but it suffers from various bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, particularly with interactions and card movement. While players appreciate the overall experience, the stability issues detract from its potential.
- “The gameplay is really fun, but ruined by the fact the game is really buggy with interactions and choices.”
- “Absolutely great game, but the card movement can get a little buggy.”
- “The game offers some nice graphics, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find that "Reigns: Three Kingdoms" can be enjoyable in short sessions, but the repetitive nature of the gameplay leads to tedium over extended play. The lack of consequential choices contributes to a sense of monotony, making it less engaging for longer periods.
- “My suspicion is that this kind of looseness was embraced in the freewheeling spirit of the game itself, but nothing feels consequential - and it quickly becomes tedious as a result.”
- “Reigns: Three Kingdoms overall is a fun game to play, yet it can become repetitive and tedious if played for a long time. It's better suited for short bursts.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its abundant and varied humor, providing players with numerous choices that lead to amusing scenarios. Many users enjoy returning to the game for short sessions to experience its lighthearted jokes and funny moments.
- “The humor is fantastic, with a great plethora of choices and different ways to go.”
- “I love booting up this game for just 20 minutes to laugh at the jokes and do funny stuff.”
- “The humor is fantastic, with a great plethora of choices and different ways to go.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized as casual and relaxing, which is undermined by the demand for players to memorize complex card effects in high-intensity cycles. This disconnect suggests that the gameplay mechanics should better align with the intended laid-back experience.
- “In the context of high-intensity repetitive cycles, you shouldn't force players to memorize the effects of all cards in every branch, as this is too demanding and doesn't align with the casual and relaxing atmosphere of a mini-game.”