Seven Kingdoms: Ancient Adversaries

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Seven Kingdoms: Ancient Adversaries is a real-time strategy game that combines elements of economy management, kingdom building, and tactical warfare. Players must gather resources, research technologies, and recruit armies to expand their kingdom while battling rival factions for control of the map. With various playable civilizations, each with unique strengths and weaknesses, the game offers high replayability and a deep strategic experience.

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Reviews

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of espionage, diplomacy, and resource management, making it a standout in the RTS genre.
It provides a nostalgic experience for players who enjoyed it in their childhood, with many finding it just as enjoyable today.
The gameplay is easy to learn but offers depth and complexity, allowing for various strategies and playstyles.

The game suffers from technical issues such as crashes, low resolution, and bugs that can affect gameplay.
Many modern players may find the graphics and mechanics outdated compared to contemporary RTS games.
Multiplayer functionality is limited, and finding players to engage with can be challenging due to the game's age.

gameplay
18 mentions
44 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its polished mechanics and high replayability, offering a fun and engaging experience despite its dated graphics and lack of a robust campaign. While the core gameplay is considered exceptional and immersive, some players note that it can become monotonous over time. Overall, the game is recognized for its depth and complexity, making it a standout in the RTS genre, though players are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the mechanics for a better experience.
- “It does not have any fancy campaign, with cutscenes, a lot of narration, etc. What it has is a polished and simple gameplay system that is extremely fun and brings huge replayability.”
- “It's just a good quick down and dirty fantasy RTS with solid core gameplay that still surpasses much of what is on the market today.”
- “The gameplay is perfect for what I want; RTS fighting, resource-based economy (resources don't end, they just respawn in a different area), no pop limit, no military limit, espionage, boats, siege weapons, etc. I like many games, but I love this game.”
- “Gameplay can become monotonous.”
- “Sadly, many of the game mechanics were oversimplified in the later edition.”
- “Because of complex underlying mechanics, you can almost beat your enemies just to see half your army defect because you haven't maintained morale.”
graphics
13 mentions
31 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its origins from 1997, with some users noting glitches and basic visuals. However, many players appreciate the charm and nostalgia of the graphics, emphasizing that the gameplay and mechanics remain engaging despite the visual limitations. Overall, while the graphics may not impress by modern standards, they do not detract significantly from the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are lovely!”
- “The game originated from 1997; its graphics have aged a fair amount, yet they did not do so in a horrible way.”
- “The graphics are a bit dated, but the gameplay is still epic and involved.”
- “The game is around 20 odd years old, so the graphics and game limitations reflect that, so take that into account before purchasing.”
- “Graphically, the game feels quite dated, but it doesn't take long to get a feel for the basics, although it's possible to lose the tutorial if played at high speed to train initial military units.”
- “When my friends see me playing this game, they think I'm just passing time with an old game with poor graphics.”
replayability
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game offers a polished and straightforward gameplay system that enhances its replayability, despite lacking a traditional campaign with cutscenes and narration. Players find it to be a challenging strategy experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “It does not have any fancy campaign, with cutscenes or a lot of narration; what it has is a polished and simple gameplay system that is extremely fun and brings huge replayability.”
- “Replayability level here?”
- “A challenging strategy game with a lot of replayability.”
music
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users appreciating the soundtrack and its alignment with their expectations. The simplicity and variety of musical choices also contribute to an enjoyable experience.
- “The soundtrack, the civilization choices, and the simplicity were all exactly what I wanted.”
- “I like the soundtrack.”
story
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game offers a customizable campaign without a central story, allowing players to set their own goals, alongside basic scenarios with pre-set objectives. Despite the lack of a complex narrative, players find the gameplay highly addictive and enjoyable.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “It's one of those games that feels fun not because of a complicated story or impressive visuals, but because of its heartfelt narrative.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “Even though this game takes the same approach as Sid Meier's Civilization and offers us either a customizable campaign, where you're free to set your own goals and conditions (no story included), or some basic scenarios with pre-set goals, it's still very addicting.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or care about the outcome.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the narrative is poorly executed and fails to engage the player throughout the experience.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted through personal anecdotes, such as a player's experience of their younger sibling discussing its graphic content in kindergarten, and the nostalgic realization of forgetting gameplay mechanics after many years. This blend of humor and nostalgia adds a light-hearted touch to the overall experience.
- “And on a funny note, this game actually got my parents in trouble since my youngest brother would talk about all of the blood and gore in this game when he was in kindergarten.”
- “And yes, I spent tons of time playing this game. A funny fact is that when I bought this game on Steam and ran it on my new PC, I actually forgot how to play it because 18-19 years have passed by. (Now, currently at the time of writing this review, I am actually 30 years old.)”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game features appealing graphics but is marred by occasional glitches and bugs, which can disrupt gameplay to the extent of requiring users to log out and back into Windows. Overall, while it is enjoyable, stability issues are a notable concern.
- “The only issue is that it can be pretty buggy, and at times you will have to sign out of Windows and log back in to play.”
- “The game offers some nice graphics; however, there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and boring, often leading to frustration and abandonment. However, many appreciate the rewarding feeling of transforming a struggling kingdom into a powerful empire, which adds a layer of satisfaction to the grind.
- “A task that would eventually become so tedious and boring that I would give up on it, but I'll admit my favorite part of this game is turning a small kingdom that can barely support itself into a mighty empire that can readily throw money at any issue and come out on top.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express that this strategy game uniquely immerses them in the experience of ruling a country, evoking strong emotional connections that keep them engaged for years.
- “Out of all the strategy games I have played, there hasn't been another game that made me feel more like I was actually ruling a country like this game does. That has been the reason I have played it regularly for so many years.”