SGS Taipings

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SGS Taipings is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Strategy Game Studio and was released on January 19, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"SGS Taipings" is a strategy game that recreates the Taïping Rebellion in China from 1851 to 1864. As the Taïping rebels or the Qing Emperor, players must fight to create their own state or crush the rebellion and its foreign allies. The game features scenarios with durations ranging from 8 to over 164 turns, each representing one month of the 13-year civil war. Note: The above summary is based on the provided description and is not an official product description.

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

story1 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game offers a detailed and engaging exploration of the Taiping Rebellion, providing a unique historical perspective that is often overlooked.
The presentation is visually appealing, with beautiful maps, counters, and cards, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
Gameplay is smooth and relatively quick, making it accessible for players who enjoy strategic wargames without overwhelming complexity.

The AI is poorly designed, often leading to passive and unchallenging gameplay, particularly when playing against the Taiping forces.
The interface and tutorial are not user-friendly, making it difficult for new players to understand the game mechanics.
There are frequent stability issues, including crashes and glitches that disrupt gameplay, which can be frustrating for players.

gameplay
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The gameplay is well-designed with solid mechanics, but it suffers from subpar AI, which detracts from its potential as a classic. The development team is small, prioritizing content creation and bug fixes over AI improvements and UI enhancements.
- “The design is solid with mechanics; if it had better AI, it would be an all-time classic on the topic.”
- “The design is solid with mechanics, but if it had better AI, it could be an all-time classic.”
- “Our team is so small that we have to set priorities, and they go to content development, fixing, UI improvement, and solving gameplay bugs.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its adherence to Ageod's standard, effectively complementing the game's themes and enhancing the overall experience. Players find the soundtrack suitable and fitting for the portrayal of units and leaders, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is well-suited to the game's themes and settings, creating an immersive environment.”
- “The combination of music and visuals adds depth to the portrayal of units and leaders.”
- “The music feels generic and lacks the unique flair that could enhance the game's atmosphere.”
- “While the music is suitable, it doesn't stand out or leave a lasting impression.”
- “The music and sound design are standard for an Ageod game, but they don't elevate the overall experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its unique and transformative take on the wuxia genre, leaving a lasting impression on players and altering their perception of traditional narratives within this style.
- “You'll never watch a wuxia story the same way again.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, with one player noting that their actual gameplay time was reduced to just 50 minutes due to extensive troubleshooting. This suggests that the game may suffer from frequent crashes or bugs that hinder the overall experience.
- “My total playtime was 50 minutes, but I spent most of that time troubleshooting issues.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy.”
- “I encountered multiple bugs that completely broke my experience.”
atmosphere
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The game is praised for its tense atmosphere, which enhances the strategic choices available to players, while the variety and quality of the graphical content further contribute to an immersive experience.
- “The game has a tense atmosphere, a wide range of strategic choices, and I personally appreciate the variety and quality of the graphical content.”
graphics
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The game's graphics are praised for their quality and variety, contributing to a tense atmosphere and enhancing the overall strategic experience.
- “The game features a tense atmosphere, a wide range of strategic choices, and I personally appreciate the variety and quality of the graphical content.”