The Royal Game of Ur

About

The Royal Game of Ur is a modern adaptation of a 3,000-year-old board game, where players race their tokens across the board using four-sided dice. This game, popular in ancient Mesopotamia, is the precursor to modern games like Backgammon. It offers solo play against AI, hotseat mode, two difficulty routes, and three AI levels, with the chance to unlock new playing pieces through victories.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

The Royal Game of Ur offers a charming blend of luck and strategy, making it easy to learn yet engaging to play.
The game features a clean interface and light aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience while playing this ancient classic.
Players can enjoy a satisfying gameplay experience with the AI, which provides a reasonable challenge and allows for customization as you win.

The AI lacks sufficient strategy, making it predictable and easy to defeat, which can diminish the challenge for experienced players.
Graphics and audio are very basic, which may not appeal to those looking for a more visually impressive game.
There are no online multiplayer options, limiting the ability to play with friends remotely beyond local or remote play together.

graphics
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The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and basic, featuring a clean interface and light artsy aesthetic. While some users appreciate the nice 2D visuals and the ability to unlock new visuals, others feel that the overall graphical quality is lacking and could be significantly improved.
- “With some nice new visuals available for the playing pieces by accumulating wins against the AI.”
- “Very simple, with a clean interface and a light artsy aesthetic.”
- “Not bad, nice 2D graphics and easy enough for a simpleton like me.”
- “Visually, it could be so much better; the creator didn't really bother to make any real graphics.”
- “Graphically very simple; audio is bottom of the barrel.”
- “Graphics and animations are very basic, but they do the job.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted as being genuinely funny, though it can be inconsistent at times. Overall, players appreciate the comedic elements, even if they vary in effectiveness.
- “Funny, but true in a nutshell!”
- “So funny, so unpredictable.”
music
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The music and sound in the game are generally considered acceptable, meeting basic expectations without standing out significantly.
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- “I love how the sound design and music work together to draw me deeper into the game world.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack feels generic and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
- “The sound effects are poorly mixed, often overshadowing the music.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance, with balanced AI that neither feels overly simplistic nor excessively challenging.
- “Everything in the game runs smoothly, and the AI isn't too dumb or too smart.”