The Settlers 7: History Edition

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The Settlers 7: History Edition is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Ubisoft Blue Byte and was released on January 22, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

"The Settlers 7: History Edition" is a strategy game that allows players to choose their own path to victory in their quest to build and manage their kingdom. This updated version offers a lush, customizable game world with green forests and meadows. Players must choose their strategy wisely to ensure the success of their kingdom in this innovative and re-playable game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 346 reviews

story7 positive mentions

stability17 negative mentions

The game brings back classic elements of resource management and strategy reminiscent of earlier Settlers titles, providing a nostalgic experience for fans.
The campaign offers a variety of strategies to win, allowing for different play styles and approaches to gameplay.
The graphics and art style are visually appealing, creating an engaging environment for players.

The game is plagued by technical issues, including frequent crashes, bugs, and problems with the Ubisoft launcher that require constant password entry.
The victory point system can lead to frustrating gameplay, where players can win without engaging in combat, detracting from the strategic elements of the game.
Many players feel that the game lacks the depth and freedom of earlier Settlers titles, with restrictive gameplay mechanics and limited resource management options.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
71%
12%
The story in the game is generally criticized for being shallow, predictable, and childish, which detracts from the overall experience. Many players find the missions repetitive and frustrating, particularly due to issues like campaign resets and a point-based victory system that feels disconnected from the narrative. While some appreciate the strategic elements and resource management, the lack of engaging storytelling and frequent technical problems diminish the enjoyment of the campaign.
- “Every thing is good in this game: the story, the song, and the characters.”
- “Makes you use your brain from time to time and has an interesting storyline.”
- “At first it seems like a very easy and simple game, but each mission adds complexity and depth.”
- “The storyline is okay, not really engaging.”
- “Btw: there is a story but it is so shallow, childish, and cliché that it is not worth mentioning.”
- “2 things that put me off were: no micromanagement of military units (or any units) and the boring story of the campaign.”
gameplay
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
57%
9%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of strengths and weaknesses. While many players appreciate the deep economic systems, trade, and well-developed mechanics, they also criticize the predictability of the story, clunky mechanics, and interruptions from lengthy cutscenes. Additionally, some users find the gameplay overly simplistic or frustrating due to technical issues and a restrictive design compared to previous titles in the franchise.
- “Its deep economic system and focus on trade and diplomacy provide a satisfying and rewarding gameplay experience.”
- “The first ten hours in the campaign where you learn the mechanics, which is practically a mix of tutorial and prologue, is amazing.”
- “But the economy is logical, introduced slowly by training levels, mechanics work well, and everything is very well designed.”
- “Some of the mechanics in this version are a bit clumsy and unnecessary.”
- “The gameplay feels clunky, and the mechanics are boring and not unique.”
- “Others complain the gameplay is restrictive in comparison to the previous editions of the franchise.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
61%
15%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the clean and aesthetically pleasing art style, while others criticize outdated visuals and occasional glitches. Many users note that the graphics can be improved through settings adjustments, and despite some technical issues, the overall visual experience is often described as charming and enjoyable. However, a few players express disappointment with the graphical performance and frame rate stability.
- “The graphics are excellent and I have not encountered one bug.”
- “Still the most aesthetically pleasing medieval city builder I know.”
- “I love the game, especially more as I have been a fan of the franchise from the very beginning, brilliant fun, amazing graphics and a sense of achievement when the levels are completed.”
- “Awful game, graphics are glitchy and gameplay non-existent.”
- “Horrible game - graphic settings can't be changed and it looks like a huge pile of barf...”
- “The graphics aren't special, the frame-rate gets shoddy for no reason, and the music is what it is for a game like this.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with frequent freezes and crashes reported, often requiring users to restart their computers. Players experience issues such as the game becoming unresponsive during gameplay and when attempting to load saved scenarios, leading to frustration over lost progress. Despite patches, many users still encounter persistent bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience.
- “The game occasionally freezes and doesn’t respond even to task manager, forcing you to restart your computer.”
- “Game itself seems okay but it crashes every 2-3 hours and the game doesn't autosave, so I am losing my time. Sometimes after saving a game, when I try to load the save, it freezes my computer to the point where nothing helps and I have to restart.”
- “What is the point of saving the start of a game, so you can replay when it goes wrong, when it bloody freezes every time you load it?”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players experiencing significant frame rate drops and instability across various graphics cards, including high-end models. Additionally, issues related to the Ubisoft store launcher, such as crashes and stuttering, further detract from the overall performance and user experience. Many users find the optimization process cumbersome and frustrating, leading to a less enjoyable gaming experience.
- “The clunky and unintuitive interface, along with potential compatibility and performance issues, can make the experience of playing Ubisoft games on Steam a frustrating one for some users.”
- “I no longer run it in 1080, and have disabled 'full screen optimization'.”
- “Another issue with using the Ubisoft Store launcher is that it can lead to compatibility and performance issues with the games themselves.”
- “The game is poorly optimized and constantly loses FPS.”
- “Optimization issues — it doesn’t matter if you're using a GTX 970, 2060, 3070, or even a 3080, you still won’t get a stable 60 FPS.”
- “Some users have reported issues with game crashes, stuttering, and other performance issues when using the Ubisoft Store launcher, which can be frustrating and disruptive to the gaming experience.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The emotional aspect of the game is mixed, with some players appreciating the wholesome visuals and epic conquests, while others criticize the lack of engaging storytelling and micromanagement, leading to a less immersive experience. Additionally, technical issues like crashes detract from the overall emotional engagement.
- “The graphics are poor, the story is dull, and the game crashes for absolutely no reason.”
- “Two things that put me off were the lack of micromanagement for military units and the uninteresting campaign story.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is generally well-received, complementing the story and characters effectively, though it may not stand out significantly in terms of quality. While some players find the overall experience enjoyable, they note that the graphics and frame-rate issues detract from the overall presentation.
- “Everything is good in this game: the story, the songs, and the characters.”
- “The graphics aren't special, the frame-rate gets shoddy for no reason, and the music is what it is for a game like this.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and repetitive, leading to a loss of enjoyment as they feel forced to redo the same tasks without significant progress. This has resulted in some users expressing regret over their purchase and advising others to be cautious.
- “Before I've even gotten anywhere near ready, the CPU has two stars done. I admit I might just not get it, but after redoing the same thing over and over, the fun soon stops and it begins to get tedious.”
- “I actually would love to get a refund, but because I can't do that, I'm going to help others by warning them: a bunch of tedious work is ahead of you if you purchase this game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is often overshadowed by the urgency of competition, leaving little room for players to fully appreciate the game's environment and ambiance.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its humor, providing a comedic experience that enhances the overall enjoyment, while also offering hundreds of hours of gameplay.
- “A funny game with hundreds of hours of gameplay.”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, keeping me laughing throughout my entire playthrough.”
- “I love how the game incorporates clever jokes and witty dialogue that never gets old.”

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The Settlers 7: History Edition is a strategy game.

The Settlers 7: History Edition is available on PC, Windows and Uplay.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing The Settlers 7: History Edition.

The Settlers 7: History Edition was released on January 22, 2019.

The Settlers 7: History Edition was developed by Ubisoft Blue Byte.

The Settlers 7: History Edition has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

The Settlers 7: History Edition is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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