Sons of Ra
- April 15, 2021
- Pharaoh Hound Games
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Sons of Ra" is a real-time strategy game set in ancient Egypt. Players must build and manage their cities, gather resources, and train armies to fight enemies and expand their territory. The game features a unique god-power system, where players can call upon the gods for assistance in times of need. With impressive graphics and a challenging campaign, "Sons of Ra" offers a compelling and immersive experience for fans of the genre.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and fast-paced tower defense experience with a unique multiplayer premise, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
- Each of the five playable gods has distinct abilities and traits, adding variety to gameplay and encouraging strategic depth.
- The visuals are clean and pleasant, and the UI is intuitive, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience despite some criticisms.
- The radial wheel menu for building units and towers is cumbersome and can hinder gameplay, making it less intuitive for players.
- There is a lack of variety in towers and enemy units, which can lead to repetitive gameplay and lower replay value.
- Some players have experienced bugs and issues with the game, particularly related to the UI and controls, which can detract from the overall experience.
- graphics12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simple, clean, and charming, with an indie aesthetic that fits the overall theme well. While not groundbreaking, the visuals are pleasant and contribute positively to the gameplay experience, earning a score of 8/10. Overall, players appreciate the art style and find it enhances the enjoyment of the game.
“The visuals are fitting and lend a certain indie charm to it.”
“Great aesthetic and music.”
“Visuals: 8/10, nothing special or extra gorgeous, but quaint and fits the theme the game is aiming to achieve.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around resource management involving gold, favor, and an upgrade gauge, leading to strategic base expansions and unit unlocks. While it begins simply, it quickly escalates in difficulty, requiring players to adapt and strategize under pressure. Overall, it is praised for its solid mechanics, accessibility, and depth, with a rating of 8/10.
“Gameplay: 8/10, solid gameplay, simple to pick up but has a good amount of depth, timing, and planning.”
“The gameplay starts deceptively easy and before you know it the enemy is burying you with units and you're fighting for your life.”
“All units and buildings are the same across gods, but the special abilities are different enough to add some variety to gameplay.”
“Gameplay is based on building up three resources: gold, favor, and a sort of upgrade gauge for big base expansions and unlocking more powerful units.”
- music10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive quality and ability to enhance the overall gameplay experience, with many reviewers noting its well-crafted nature and thematic consistency. The soundtrack is described as a standout feature, contributing to the game's addictiveness and enjoyment, earning a strong rating of 9/10. Overall, it effectively complements the game's aesthetic and pace without becoming a distraction.
“The music is well crafted and gives the player a certain immersion, adding layers to the addictivity that leaves you wanting to continue to play.”
“Music: 9/10, from the menu music to the in-game music and beyond, it matches the theme of the game and the pace of the play so well.”
“I feel like the mark of a great soundtrack is when it immerses you just enough to where the music no longer distracts you but instead adds to the enjoyment of the game, and Sons of Ra OST definitely does this.”
- stability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its stability, being described as a standout in a landscape of often buggy early access titles. Recent updates have significantly improved its performance, leading to a bug-free experience.
“Great game and bug free since the last few updates!”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Many users express disappointment in the game's replayability, noting a lack of variety that makes each match feel repetitive and similar to the last. This has led to a perception that the game does not offer sufficient incentive to play multiple times.
“I was hoping there would be more variety and a higher replay value; every match seems and feels the same.”
