Stronghold: A Hero's Fate
- November 16, 2018
- Choice of Games
Get on SteamIn "Stronghold: A Hero's Fate," defend your settlement from monstrous invasions and expand your territory in this interactive fantasy novel. As a respected ruler, manage resources, negotiate with rival factions, and strategize your battles against goblins, bats, and more. Your choices will determine the fate of your stronghold and the legacy you leave behind.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging experience of building and managing a town, with numerous choices that encourage replayability.
- Players appreciate the blend of creative storytelling and modern technology, making it an enjoyable read despite some pacing issues.
- The game features a good amount of character development for key figures in the town, enhancing the overall experience.
- The pacing suffers due to rushed time skips, which disrupt the flow and significance of player decisions.
- There are issues with inclusivity and representation, as some choices feel forced or lack meaningful impact on the narrative.
- The story is criticized for being thin and lacking depth, with many choices feeling meaningless and leading to unsatisfying outcomes.
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story revolves around a kidnapped protagonist who defeats their captor and gains land to establish a barony, but it is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth. While some characters receive decent development, many players find the narrative thin and the character interactions, particularly in romance, to be unsatisfactory and frustrating. Overall, opinions on the story vary widely, with some enjoying it and others deeming it boring and poorly executed.
“The premise is you're a <profession> who happens to get kidnapped by a monster and, by miraculous or mundane means, manages to put down your oppressor, which entitles you to your own plot of land to build the foundations for your own barony, etc.”
“A well written, enjoyable story.”
“The story is a bit thin, but there are a few characters in key positions in your town who get a decent amount of character development.”
“This is an extremely paper-thin story; not only is there little or no depth to anything.”
“Terrible story, boring and annoying characters, worthless choices, and terrible romance options. Who wants to get into a romance where you share the girl? That's just terrible.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game evokes a range of emotions, combining boldness and sweetness with moments of frustration alongside genuinely touching experiences.
“This game is bold and sweet, with moments that are frustrating and others that are genuinely touching.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, particularly regarding the romance mechanic, which some users find problematic or unsatisfactory.
“The combat system feels clunky and unresponsive, making battles frustrating rather than enjoyable.”
“The level design is repetitive and lacks creativity, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience.”
“The pacing of the game is off, with long stretches of dull gameplay that make it hard to stay engaged.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the overall story may lack depth, several key characters in the town receive notable development, enhancing their roles within the narrative.
“The story may be a bit thin, but there are a few key characters in your town who receive a decent amount of character development.”
“The character arcs are well-crafted, allowing players to witness significant growth and transformation throughout the game.”
“I appreciate how the game takes the time to explore each character's backstory, making their development feel meaningful and impactful.”
“The story is a bit thin, but there are a few characters in key positions in your town who get a decent amount of character development.”
“Character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
“Many characters seem one-dimensional, and their arcs don't evolve in a meaningful way throughout the game.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers decent replayability, providing enough content to encourage multiple playthroughs, though it does not reach a level of greatness in this aspect.
“The game offers a lot of replayability, with multiple paths and choices that keep each playthrough fresh.”
“I love how each run feels different, thanks to the variety of characters and strategies available.”
“The random events and dynamic world make it so that no two games are ever the same, enhancing the replay value significantly.”
