The Maestros
- October 3, 2018
- Systence Games
Get on SteamThe Maestros is a fantasy real time strategy arena game where you control a commander and his squadron of wildy cuddly and mildly vicious minions. Play as the dieselpunk Knights of Teutonia with their clunky, transforming robots or as the futuristic Alchemists of Regalis with their adorable, mutating monsters.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of RTS and MOBA gameplay, making it enjoyable for fans of both genres.
- Matches are quick, averaging around 5-10 minutes, which is perfect for players looking for fast-paced action.
- The game has a solid foundation with fun mechanics, such as transforming minions and strategic combat, and runs smoothly without major bugs.
- The player base is currently very low, leading to a reliance on AI opponents rather than real players.
- There are only six playable heroes at launch, which feels insufficient for a game of this type.
- The graphics and overall presentation could be improved, as they currently leave much to be desired.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its smooth performance at 60fps, with no significant bugs or issues reported. It combines elements of RTS and MOBA, focusing on intense micro gameplay and high-risk, high-reward mechanics, making it ideal for short gaming sessions. Overall, it offers a refreshing and engaging experience for fans of both genres.
“The game runs smoothly at 60fps, and I haven't encountered any freezes, major bugs, or any issues that could affect my gameplay.”
“The maestros is like if you take an RTS and boil it down to mostly just intense micro gameplay.”
“The high risk/high reward gameplay of that unit is really fun.”
“The gameplay feels overly simplistic and lacks depth, making it repetitive after a short while.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is inconsistent, leading to frustrating moments that break immersion.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are criticized for lacking detail and environmental richness, with a noticeable difference between low and high settings. However, some users appreciate the bright visuals, suggesting that while the overall quality may be lacking, there are still appealing aspects to the graphics.
“The settings consist of resolution, volume master, screen mode (full screen or windowed), and graphics quality (low or high).”
“+ Nice bright graphics”
“Despite the lack of environment, the graphics leave much to be desired since they could be way more detailed. Here you have a comparison between low and high graphics in 1920x1080 resolution.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is currently underdeveloped, with players expressing a desire for a more engaging single-player campaign that could enhance the experience. While there is potential for a narrative-driven mode, the lack of player base and content limits the overall storytelling experience.
“This game has a lot of potential as a single-player experience with a compelling story behind it, featuring a campaign where players can unlock certain items after completing levels.”
“The narrative elements in the game are engaging and add depth to the overall experience, making each encounter feel meaningful.”
“I appreciate how the story unfolds throughout the gameplay, providing context and motivation for the player's actions.”
“At this moment, there is not enough of a player base, so most of my experience comes from fighting against AI. To be honest, this game has a lot of potential as a single-player game with a bit of a story behind it, perhaps a campaign where you can unlock certain items after finishing one level after another. Sadly, this game lacks both player numbers and a single-player mode.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly at 60fps without any significant bugs or freezes that could disrupt gameplay.
“The game runs smoothly at 60fps, and I haven't encountered any freezes, major bugs, or issues that could affect my gameplay.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless transitions and a consistently high frame rate.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it maintains performance even during intense action sequences.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game engaging, as it features a quick and addictive loop where they spend about 60 seconds farming initial units before diving into combat with other players.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which really takes away from the enjoyment.”
“The amount of time required to level up is frustrating, and it often feels like a chore rather than fun.”
