Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty
- August 28, 2023
- Starni Games
- 1515h median play time
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty" is a turn-based strategy game set in the brutal Winter and Continuation Wars between Finland and the Soviet Union. As the Finnish commander, you must protect your homeland with limited resources against overwhelming Soviet forces, making tough decisions on troop management and strategic retreats. This game is a tribute to Finnish heroism and survival in the face of historical adversity.
Reviews
- The game offers a challenging strategy experience that keeps players engaged without excessive micro-management.
- It features a unique historical context, focusing on Finnish military history, which is well-researched and detailed.
- Players appreciate the strategic depth, including unit upgrades and asymmetric warfare tactics, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and poor AI performance, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Voice acting has been criticized for being poorly executed, with many players finding it distracting and unprofessional.
- Some missions are considered frustratingly difficult, leading to a loss of enjoyment for players who expect a balanced challenge.
- story7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging storytelling and clever historical references in the dialogue. However, some missions, particularly in the alternate timeline, are criticized for being overly difficult and lacking excitement, which detracts from the overall experience. While the campaign starts strong, there are concerns about mission design and player control as the game progresses.
“The storytelling is really great and the subtle references to historical events in the dialogue were hilarious.”
“So far, I have completed the first mission of the campaign and am loving it.”
“There's so much content there to create, as the 20 missions in Blitzkrieg are just barely touching the surface.”
“I've played and beaten every game in this series, and this one mission is by far the worst.”
“You have no control over routing, and you will need it in later missions.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by witty voice lines and clever storytelling, with players particularly enjoying the comedic delivery of troop commands and subtle historical references that add a layer of hilarity to the experience.
“I especially loved the voice lines of the troops under my command; the first time I heard 'get your breadbaskets!' I almost fell off my seat laughing!”
“The storytelling is really great, and the subtle references to historical events in the dialogue were hilarious.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight that the emotional depth of the game is enhanced by its extensive content, with the 20 missions in Blitzkrieg serving as just a glimpse into a broader narrative experience.
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game appear to have received significant effort in their development, though the reviewer chooses not to focus on this aspect.
“The graphics are underwhelming and feel outdated compared to other games in the genre.”
“I expected more from the visuals; they lack detail and polish.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as solid, particularly appealing to fans of strategic games, indicating a well-crafted and engaging experience.
“I have played every single strategic game and find the gameplay to be quite solid.”
