The Last Leviathan

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The Last Leviathan is a single player simulation game with a historical theme. It was developed by Super Punk Games and was released on June 22, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

"The Last Leviathan is a single-player historical simulation game with exceptional shipbuilding and destruction mechanics, phenomenal visuals, and a vast ancient sea to explore. Construct battle ships to defeat rival clans, solve physics-puzzles, and battle monstrous leviathans on your journey to uncover the truth about the last of its kind. Engage in naval encounters, trade, and discover hidden treasures along the way."

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Audience ScoreBased on 399 reviews

gameplay17 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and imaginative ship-building experience, allowing players to create unique vessels and engage in naval combat.
The graphics are visually appealing, and the physics engine provides satisfying destruction and movement mechanics.
The developers are engaged with the community and have plans for future updates, including new content and features.

The game suffers from performance issues, especially on lower-end hardware, leading to lag and unplayable frame rates with larger ships.
There is a lack of content and gameplay modes currently available, making the experience feel limited.
Some users have reported bugs, such as the camera spawning upside down, which can hinder gameplay.

gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
54%
7%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by engaging ship-building mechanics and naval combat, appealing to fans of sandbox experiences. However, many users note a lack of content and variety, with some feeling it resembles a demo rather than a fully realized game. While the mechanics are praised for their fun and innovative aspects, the overall gameplay experience is hindered by limited modes and slow progress in development.
- “I love how wacky all of the mechanics are.”
- “Ship building and battling is very good with great mechanics, and there's a lot of good creations from the community to enjoy.”
- “Even with just 3 modes of gameplay (sandbox building, dueling against other ships, and battle seas: a scenario in which you fight against progressively more difficult enemies), it still represents good value for money in my book.”
- “There's so much emptiness and a serious lack of gameplay.”
- “Abandoned game, current content is just the crafting mechanics without any gameplay.”
- “There are updates but nothing special and it feels like workshop and events are more built out than actual gameplay.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
43%
11%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning artwork and effective visual style that enhances the gameplay experience, particularly in depicting water dynamics and lush environments. However, some users criticize the dated low-poly graphics and performance issues, especially on lower-end systems, which can lead to significant framerate drops. Overall, while the graphics are generally well-received, there are concerns about optimization and the game's incomplete state affecting visual quality.
- “Wonderful graphics, even on some older laptops.”
- “The graphics are great, and so are the optimizations.”
- “Beyond the creative appeal and great potential this game harbors, the graphics are stunning and the water dynamics are probably some of the best I've seen.”
- “The low poly graphics are a letdown, and the developers stopped working on the game, according to SteamDB, in November 2019, leaving it in an incomplete state and without some of the promised features. This is basically another case of Steam Early Access being used to scam people out of money.”
- “Since the game is incomplete, and the low poly graphics are a bit lazy and beneath expectations for modern PC games, I can't recommend this.”
- “The only drawback to this game thus far is that if your rig isn't decent, you will encounter a very steep framerate drop and laggy screen. There are a lot of CPU-heavy elements in this game, such as the water physics, boat movement, and destruction physics. You may be able to play on the lowest graphics settings in a boat that isn't too big, but it may impede your playing experience. So if you have a less powerful computer, then stay away for now, but just until they optimize the game a little more.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
73%
15%
The game's story aspect is currently minimal, with players expressing disappointment over the lack of a substantial narrative or engaging missions, as the campaign primarily consists of repetitive tasks like ship battles and treasure hunts. While there are hints of a future story mode featuring exploration and giant sea monsters, the present focus is on sandbox gameplay and ship customization, which some find enjoyable despite the absence of a compelling storyline. Overall, players recommend keeping an eye on future updates for potential improvements in story content.
- “There's also going to be the option in the future to set out on a kind of story mode voyage and fight giant sea monsters and explore the world of Middenhir.”
- “The game will have a story which sounds very interesting and I will be waiting for it!”
- “If you think that you might enjoy it, when the game has more action and a story to follow, then put it on your wishlist and follow development; almost everyone who likes creative building games, physics-based destruction, or naval battles in a sandbox kind of game will want to pick this up at some point.”
- “Still no monsters or story mode as I hoped for, years on.”
- “Very little, to no content included; the majority of the game as of right now is making your ships, which is great, but there is no PvP, and only 2 campaign chapters that feature 14 missions each, give or take.”
- “Currently, limited amount of game content, storyline, survival, etc.; it's pretty much a single-person arena game at the moment.”
optimization
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
19%
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with many players noting significant performance issues, especially when building large ships, leading to low frame rates. While some users appreciate the developers' regular updates that have improved performance, others feel that optimization should have been a higher priority before release. Overall, players express hope for future enhancements, particularly for those using mid-range or lower-end PCs.
- “The developers update regularly and have optimized the game a ton since I got it, so I can actually build and run my battleships without lag, which is nice since I only have an okay computer.”
- “The graphics are great, and so are the optimizations.”
- “Yes from me, but I would prefer better optimization to allow the building of massive ships!”
- “The game is a poorly optimized besiege on water.”
- “I can understand the restriction in build space to keep the performance high, but for people like myself who have high-end PCs and who just want to make giant monoliths that bring the game down to 10 FPS, the small build space is really annoying.”
- “The game also is badly optimized and I think that this should have been their highest priority, but instead they released the indev game at a time when it was poorly optimized.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs and glitches, indicating that it feels more like a beta version than a polished product. While some players appreciate the improved physics and acknowledge that many issues may be addressed in future updates, the overall experience is marred by instability and incomplete features.
- “This game is basically in beta, so yep, there are a lot of bugs and glitches, but that’s to be expected at this point.”
- “Lots of bugs and glitches – it's beta, so this may or may not be fixed.”
- “Most things aren't implemented yet, and what has been implemented is buggy.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is generally well-received, fitting the overall atmosphere, but some players feel it lacks variety and content, with a desire for more upbeat tracks during battles. While the audio quality is praised, the absence of music in certain areas is noted as a drawback.
- “The music fits – I just can’t turn it down.”
- “The audio assets are all of good quality; some upbeat music for the battles would be a bonus.”
- “The music fits – just can’t turn it down.”
- “Good game, but the lack of content and the music is a bit of a problem.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players initially found the grinding aspect of the game engaging and enjoyable, particularly during competitions, but recent feedback indicates that it has become tedious and has significantly slowed down, detracting from the overall experience.
- “This was a really fantastic concept, that had a really promising start, but things have been coming to a grinding halt over the last few months.”
- “This was a really fantastic concept, that had a really promising start, really fun when Super Punk Games ran little competitions and stuff, but things have been coming to a grinding halt.”
- “Tedious.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's replayability surprisingly engaging, with many returning to improve upon their previous best builds, leading to extended playtime beyond initial expectations.
- “I was not expecting to put over 20 hours into this game, but the replayability has kept me coming back to try and surpass my old best builds.”
- “The variety of choices and paths in this game makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting, encouraging me to dive back in time and time again.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, the replayability factor is off the charts; I find myself discovering new strategies every time I play.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel forced and uninteresting.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again; the side quests are repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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100%
The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it very funny and enjoyable for quick sessions. However, some users have encountered save errors that detract from the experience, though they still appreciate the comedic efforts in the early version of the game.
- “It is a very funny, quick-launching game that you can play whenever.”
- “I didn't encounter any bugs, and it was quite funny noticing the efforts put into the content, even in this early version.”
- “Can't even use my name because of save errors; that's not funny.”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced, making the humor cringe-worthy.”
- “I expected witty dialogue, but instead, it was just awkward and unoriginal.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn criticism for promoting features that are not yet available, leading users to perceive it as a potential cash grab. Many recommend waiting to purchase until the promised features are implemented and the game's value is clearer.
- “I can't recommend a product that advertises features that are not yet in the game, especially after years of advertising them.”
- “I highly recommend waiting to buy this until it actually comes out and see if they do anything other than a cash grab.”