The Colonists

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The Colonists is a single player strategy game with business and science fiction themes. It was developed by Auroch Digital and was released on May 4, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"The Colonists" is a charming city-building game reminiscent of classics like Anno and The Settlers. Players assist cute robot settlers in constructing their ideal colony, with each bot having a specific job such as farming, fishing, and transportation. As the game progresses through three Ages, players improve colony infrastructure by building road, boat, and train transport systems, working towards automated harmony.

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

story5 positive mentions

The series offers an engaging blend of historical facts and a compelling narrative, making history exciting and relatable.
Readers appreciate the strong Christian themes and moral truths woven throughout the story, enhancing the emotional connection to the characters.
The storytelling is praised for its adventure, romance, and well-developed characters, making it a captivating read for fans of historical fiction.

Some parts of the book can be slow, which may detract from the overall pacing of the story.
A few readers expressed uncertainty about the content, suggesting it may not appeal to everyone.
While the series is well-received, some may find it necessary to read the books in order to fully appreciate the character development and plot continuity.

story
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The story is praised for its compelling narrative that seamlessly blends historical facts with themes of faith, creating an engaging experience for players. Reviewers highlight the strong character development and the ability to become fully immersed in the storyline, emphasizing the quality of storytelling throughout the series.
- “He intertwined a great story with historical facts and the faith in God that directs them.”
- “It is so easy to be swept up in Cavanaugh's story.”
- “Great storytelling with the same historical detail and life that's in the whole series!”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow.”
- “Character motivations are poorly developed, making it hard to connect with them.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
humor
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The humor in the game is noted as a subtle yet effective element that complements the overarching themes of adventure, emotion, and drama, enhancing the overall storytelling experience.
- “This was a very good story, with the same elements that are in the rest of the books in this series: adventure, emotion, romance, Christian values, drama, history, and even a little humor!”