Siege of Treboulain
- April 14, 2022
- Choice of Games
"Siege of Treboulain" is a real-time strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. Players must build and manage their own castle, recruit and command troops, and defend against enemy attacks, while also launching offensives to expand their territory. The game features a choice-based narrative, where decisions made throughout the game can impact the story and outcome. With its unique blend of strategy and storytelling, "Siege of Treboulain" offers a rich and immersive gaming experience.
Reviews
- The game features a solid mid-length story with a great pace, allowing players to feel engaged without feeling rushed.
- Stats checks are generous, making it easier to pass most checks and achieve desired outcomes, which enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- The worldbuilding is rich and immersive, with choices that feel impactful and a variety of pathways to explore, encouraging replayability.
- Many characters, including romance options, lack depth and are perceived as uninteresting or unnecessary, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
- The 'pass or fail' system can be frustrating, as it often feels arbitrary and does not accurately reflect the player's skill level or choices, leading to inconsistent outcomes.
- Romantic relationships are poorly developed and feel rushed, with limited descriptions and interactions that fail to engage players.
- story58 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, praised for its solid pacing and engaging plot twists, though some players express frustration with the decision-making system and the lack of branching paths. While the narrative includes a mix of action, romance, and mystery, some feel that certain elements, like the romance, could be more developed due to the story's shorter length. Overall, it offers an enjoyable experience with a unique magic system, though some players desire clearer choices and potential for continuation in future installments.
“Early on, there was a moment or two when reading about a peculiar throne and its tendency to cut you that I was reminded of a slightly more mature work, but as the story progressed, I got invested in the story and in ruling my kingdom.”
“Siege of Treboulain is a story with a little bit of everything: some great action scenes, some tender romance (including a few tastefully steamy scenes, if you're so inclined), even a mystery to solve.”
“It told a beautiful, well-written engaging story, and for a night I truly felt like Treboulain’s captain.”
“The premise and storyline was exciting, just not the execution.”
“I did like the story and the plot twist that came early on, but I just got too frustrated with the choices presented and also the apparent 'pass or fail' system that came with your decision.”
“Which is probably why I wasn't interested in finishing the story, as I read these more for the characters and their stories.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight that the game's replayability is strong, indicating that it offers engaging content that encourages multiple playthroughs.
“The replayability is outstanding, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
“Each run feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes ensures that no two playthroughs are ever the same.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by clear and well-communicated choices, contributing to a smooth and accessible experience for players.
“The choices are well telegraphed, which makes gameplay nice and easy.”