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Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit

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86%Game Brain Score
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story, stability
86% User Score Based on 267 reviews

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Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit is a single player strategy game. It was developed by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. and was released on January 16, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11," which was released in 2006 as the 11th game in the series. The grand battles that shaped the course of Chinese history are shown in 3D space! In Administration, players freely develop cities. In Battle, players experience intellectual battles using strategies and traps. Duels have evo…

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 267 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit is considered the best in the series, offering deep city management and tactical combat.
  • The game has a nostalgic charm and has been enjoyed by players for over a decade, with many praising its addictive gameplay and strategic depth.
  • Despite its age, the game features a unique art style and engaging mechanics that keep players coming back for more.
  • The lack of an official English translation for the Power Up Kit is a significant drawback, forcing players to rely on unofficial patches that may not be fully refined.
  • Many players experience technical issues, including crashes and problems with saving games, particularly on newer operating systems like Windows 10.
  • The AI can be underwhelming, especially in the late game, leading to a less challenging experience for seasoned players.
  • graphics
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the unique traditional Chinese art style and its successful aging, while others note that character models are dated and the graphics can occasionally flash. The UI is clean and charming, and recent updates have improved the visuals, but many players still hope for a remake with enhanced graphics. Despite these criticisms, the stylized presentation and 3D views are appreciated, particularly in the latest installment, San Guo 11, which is noted for its appealing graphics and revamped engine.

    • “The graphics in this game are all in the style of traditional Chinese art, and have aged incredibly well.”
    • “Graphically, the game holds up pretty well even in today's standards, especially the world map - I thought the Chinese-painting-esque works very well with the game.”
    • “What sets San Guo 11 apart from its predecessors is its stylized graphics engine, and the introduction of new units, tactics, and general strategy.”
    • “Graphics are dated but serviceable.”
    • “The graphics in this game are all in the style of traditional Chinese art, and has aged incredibly well.”
    • “Problem with graphic, keep flashing.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in the reviewed titles is praised for its solid mechanics, strategic depth, and engaging tactical battles, with many considering it the best in the series. While some elements may feel dated, the combination of revamped graphics and streamlined gameplay enhances the overall experience. However, technical issues have been reported, affecting the game's performance for some players.

    • “Gameplay mechanics: 10/10”
    • “Combining a revamped graphics engine and new tactical gameplay, San Guo 11 is by far the best in the series.”
    • “Some of the game mechanics can be quite old, with dated 3D visuals.”
    • “Like its predecessors, San Guo 11 has gameplay that is basically separated into two parts: managing one's cities and managing battlefields.”
    • “The gameplay elements are all solid as well; complex and rewarding.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with a strong soundtrack that effectively captures the historical tone and enhances dramatic moments. Users appreciate the orchestral melodies and dynamic shifts between peaceful and intense themes, often considering it one of the best soundtracks in the series. However, some players noted that modifications, such as the English mod, negatively impacted the music quality.

    • “Sound and music are classic Koei: a strong soundtrack that captures the tone of the era, satisfying sound effects, and dramatic flair when big moments happen.”
    • “Probably the best soundtrack in the entire series :d”
    • “The music is fitting, with sweeping orchestral melodies during times of peace that switch to pounding and tense drums during war.”
    • “I downloaded the English mod for this, and didn't realize how much it changed the music, portraits, and maps (and not for the better).”
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is rooted in the historical events of the Three Kingdoms era, drawing from the San Guo novels to create an engaging narrative that emphasizes character relationships and historical scenarios. While the storytelling is immersive and well-executed, it may pose a challenge for Western audiences unfamiliar with the source material. Overall, players appreciate the storyline and its integration into the gameplay experience, despite some technical issues in story mode.

    • “It’s not a scripted story, but through events, bonds between officers, and historical scenarios, it breathes life into the Three Kingdoms world.”
    • “Set in historical China, the game follows the epic story of the Three Kingdoms era.”
    • “The main core of the story is taken from the actual San Guo novels, but the execution here is very well done.”
    • “I see it as a huge loss to the western audience that they are not familiar with the story of the Three Kingdoms and cannot play this.”
    • “Story mode crashes when I try to enter.”
    • “The main core of the story is taken from the actual San Guo novels, but the execution here is very poorly done.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Replayability is exceptionally high, rated 9/10, thanks to a wealth of scenarios, a diverse cast of officers, various strategies, and the option for custom scenarios, making it one of the most replayable strategy games available.

    • “Replayability is off the charts.”
    • “With dozens of scenarios, hundreds of officers, different strategies, and custom scenarios through the PUK, this is one of the most replayable strategy games out there.”
    • “Replayability: 9/10”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant stability issues with the game, including problems launching it, which leads to a frustrating loop of minimizing and maximizing. Many have experienced bugs that hinder gameplay, with some feeling trapped due to refund policies after exceeding the playtime limit.

    • “The game worked fine, but suddenly a week ago I cannot launch it. It minimizes to the desktop, then goes fullscreen, and then back to the desktop again, looping forever. I cannot refund the game since I exceeded 2 hours of gameplay. I played it on Windows 10 64-bit, and this game is so buggy.”
    • “The stability issues are unbearable. The game crashes frequently, making it impossible to enjoy any gameplay.”
    • “I keep experiencing random freezes and crashes, which completely ruin the experience. It's frustrating to deal with such instability.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's cel-shaded graphics engine effectively enhances its atmosphere, creating a visually appealing and immersive experience that resonates well with players.

    • “The game uses a cel-shaded graphics engine that perfectly complements the atmosphere.”
    • “The immersive sound design and stunning visuals create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
    • “Every detail in the environment contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “Further, the game uses a cel-shaded graphics engine that manages to suit the atmosphere very well.”
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Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit is a strategy game.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit was released on January 16, 2018.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit was developed by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD..

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit is a single player game.

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