God Game : The Odyssey

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God Game : The Odyssey is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Liquid Dragon Studios and was released on November 6, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

"God Game: The Odyssey" is a strategy game that tasks players with building and managing a Greek city-state in the ancient world. You will need to gather resources, make strategic decisions, and navigate political alliances to ensure your city's survival and prosperity. The game is also heavily influenced by Greek mythology, with mythical creatures and gods playing a significant role in the game's world and story.

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 218 reviews

music4 positive mentions

gameplay6 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept where players control wind and currents to guide ships, providing an interesting puzzle experience.
It can be addictive and challenging, with levels that require strategic thinking and quick reflexes.
The game is often available at a low price, making it a decent option for casual gaming or passing time.

The gameplay is clunky and frustrating, with controls that can feel uncooperative and heavily reliant on luck.
It lacks modern technical support, including resolution options and graphics updates, making it visually outdated.
Many players find the game boring after a short time, as the mechanics can become repetitive and lack depth.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it clunky, frustrating, and reminiscent of outdated mechanics. While some appreciate the simple, easy-to-grasp mechanics and unique physics puzzles involving wind and currents, others criticize it as a lackluster mobile port that fails to provide an engaging experience for full-time gaming. Overall, the game is seen as casual and suitable for short play sessions, but not inspiring enough for dedicated gameplay.
- “Simple mechanics that are easy to grasp, making the game easy to play, yet difficult to master.”
- “Pretty casual indeed, but the gameplay is so unusual, you keep playing more and more.”
- “The gameplay is interesting because you have to figure out how to guide ships using a mix of wind and currents, so it's a unique type of physics puzzle.”
- “Gameplay is clunky and frustrating.”
- “The game is nothing special, just a boring mobile port with bad mechanics and controls.”
- “Boring game with simple gameplay, don't waste your money on it.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its relaxing quality and overall appeal, contributing positively to the gaming experience. However, some users noted that the default setting for in-mission music is off, suggesting that players should have the option to select their preferred music during missions.
- “I really loved the game, especially the music and backgrounds. :D”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Really nice music.”
- “In mission, music should be selectable through options (default is no music).”
- “In mission, music should be selectable through options (default is no music).”
- “In mission, music should be selectable through options (default is no music).”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated, lacking options for resolution changes or meaningful tweaks, yet they are functional enough to serve their purpose. However, some players appreciate the unique art style, which adds a distinct charm to the overall experience.
- “This game is awesome so far, it has a very unique art style to it.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “Everything about it looks and feels old, from graphics to gameplay.”
- “The graphics aren't great, but they do the job.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story conveys a powerful moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent personal growth. However, many players find the missions to be lackluster and overly simplistic, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “- sadly most missions are kinda boring and easy enough”
- “- in mission music should be selected through options (default is no music)”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often described as poor and unrefined, with some players finding it amusing despite its shortcomings. Additionally, the outdated 640x480 resolution adds a layer of irony that some reviewers find funny. Overall, the humor seems to be a mixed bag, eliciting both laughter and criticism.
- “Funny game.”
- “Funny game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, characterized by chaotic mechanics that require excessive micromanagement and numerous clicks. While some appreciate the originality, the overall experience is marred by unpredictability and a lack of direct control.
- “The chaotic currents and your ships flailing about everywhere make it a micromanagement nightmare; everything is so indirect, unpredictable, demands way too many clicks, and just feels tedious.”
- “Grinding in this game feels like a never-ending chore, where progress is painfully slow and the rewards are minimal.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it feel more like a job than a game, draining the fun out of the experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and widescreen monitors, which results in a subpar experience on contemporary gaming PCs. It has not been updated to run smoothly on current hardware.
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy for this game has been criticized as a cash grab, with many users feeling it exploits nostalgia and attempts to profit from abandonware rather than offering genuine value.
- “This seems to have been put on Steam as a nostalgia gouge, or just a cash grab to try to profit from abandonware.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the game's stability, highlighting issues with bugs that detract from the experience, suggesting that they would prefer a more reliable gameplay experience over the flawed powers available.