Risk is a PC game that offers a modern take on the classic board game of global conquest. Players draft armies, attack territories, and fortify defenses in their quest for world domination. It can be played in two ways, providing strategic options and an interactive experience for fans of the original Risk.
PC
Playstation 4
PlayStation
Reviews
- Fun and easy-to-play version of the classic board game Risk, making it accessible for new players.
- Faithful to the original board game, providing a nostalgic experience for long-time fans.
- Fast-paced gameplay that allows for quick matches, ideal for casual play.
- Lacks online multiplayer options, limiting the ability to play with friends remotely.
- Basic graphics and interface, making it feel outdated and lacking in visual appeal.
- AI can be unbalanced and sometimes cheats, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- gameplay18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing disappointment over its lack of depth, animations, and resemblance to the original game. While some appreciate the fast-paced nature, others criticize the limited options, poor graphics, and mechanics that fail to capture the essence of the classic game. Overall, players seeking a faithful adaptation of the original experience may find this version lacking.
“Good graphics and gameplay; would recommend.”
“Great game! Good old Risk gameplay with a bit of a modern flair.”
“But.... it is redeemed in its fast gameplay.”
“However, the gameplay was lacking in animations and action.”
“Awful version of Risk; I have been playing this game since childhood, and this version bears little resemblance to the original. Very poor graphics, no missions, and ridiculously fast AI gameplay. Fine if you have a short attention span, but not a patch on how it should be.”
“Gameplay is crap, visuals are crap, sounds are crap.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as substandard, outdated, and lacking in detail. Critics note that the visuals do not do justice to the original board game or its adaptations, often comparing them unfavorably to older versions. While a few users appreciated some aspects of the graphics, the consensus is that they detract significantly from the overall experience.
“Well planned out game, flexibility, and it moves fast with intriguing and non-irritating graphics.”
“Best risk I've played, and if it had 1080p graphics, I'd rate it a 10/10.”
“Good graphics and gameplay; would recommend.”
“The game just looks terrible. I played a game that was Risk on an old PC; outdated graphics were ten times better.”
“Graphics are simple to the point of boredom, and not representative of either the original board game or the DVD version.”
“Ugly graphics, gameplay not even close to the original board game that we all love.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of this game has been criticized for lacking essential elements found in the original Risk, such as mission cards and tactical gameplay. Reviewers express disappointment over the absence of missions and online multiplayer, leading to a gameplay experience that feels rushed and disconnected from the classic version they cherish. Overall, the narrative depth is deemed insufficient, resulting in a poor representation of the beloved board game.
“Awful version of Risk. I have been playing this game since childhood, and this version bears little resemblance to the original. Very poor graphics, no missions, and ridiculously fast AI gameplay. Fine if you have a short attention span, but not a patch on how it should be. I should know because I have the original board game and the PC disk. I got this on sale but wish I hadn't bothered!”
“No mission cards or tactical cards, which I very much like.”
“The original Risk board game came with missions.”
- stability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report no freezes or lag, others experience significant bugs, particularly with fullscreen options and multiplayer functionality, which detracts from the overall experience.
“There were no freezes, no game lag, and nothing that kept me from having a fun time in a risk game I have grown to love over the years.”
“The game is really buggy.”
“I changed the option in the game to full screen, and it blocks everything else out, but the screen size is still the same. I tried to play anyway (really hard to see), and the multiplayer is really buggy.”
“I think it's buggy too.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it non-inspiring and repetitive, while others appreciate it for effectively setting the mood and pace. However, there are consistent criticisms regarding the bland sound effects and poor animations associated with the audio experience.
“I felt like the music was fine and set a good mood and pace.”
“The music is non-inspiring and features single-looped, bland sound effects.”
“The animations are terrible, and the sounds and music are incredibly boring.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game's replayability is low, suggesting that despite its low cost, there are more engaging options available for a similar price.
“Replayability is low.”
“Sure, it's cheap, but I've gotten more playable games for much cheaper.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often found in the negative reviews, which users describe as amusing and entertaining. This suggests that while the game may not deliver on its intended comedic elements, the critiques of it provide an unexpected source of humor.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users have noted that the game includes advertisements, which may detract from the overall experience.
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constant interruptions.”
“I feel like I'm being pushed to spend money at every turn, which ruins the overall experience.”
“The in-game purchases are way too expensive for what they offer, making it frustrating to progress without spending real money.”
