The Seven Years War (1756-1763)

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Lead your nation through the trials of the first world war in history! Play huge campaigns with 5 playable nations or fight historic realtime battles. Beside of beating the enemy on the battlefield you now have to set up a working economy to supply your troops and your people!

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

emotional3 positive mentions

graphics10 negative mentions

The game offers a highly detailed economic and strategic system that adds depth to the gameplay, making it engaging for fans of historical strategy.
The real-time battles are immersive and provide a realistic representation of 18th-century warfare, with a variety of formations and unit management options.
The developer is highly responsive to community feedback and regularly updates the game, showing a commitment to improving the overall experience.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating and at times unplayable, especially during battles.
The user interface is poorly designed and can be confusing, with small text and unclear icons that hinder gameplay.
The steep learning curve and complex economic mechanics may overwhelm new players, making it difficult to enjoy the game without extensive prior knowledge.

graphics
30 mentions
10 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated and inconsistent, with many users reporting glitches and crashes, particularly in full-screen mode. While some appreciate the game's artistic style and detail, especially for an indie title, others find the visuals lacking and reminiscent of early 2000s games. Overall, the graphics are functional but could benefit from significant polish and improvement.
- “The graphics are terrific, and the UI is good, plus the historical accuracy is impressive.”
- “Good quality graphics for an indie game.”
- “Of course, one person cannot provide the same graphics as Creative Assembly, but this is already the only negative difference; although it should be mentioned that the graphics are amazing for a one-man project.”
- “Constant graphics/video glitches/errors if trying to play in full screen.”
- “Unfortunately, the battle component is essentially unplayable - constant crashes, graphic errors, etc. Looking at the community forum, I see plenty of other people have the same types of problems and there has been no posted solution, quite disappointing to be honest.”
- “- ugly graphics even for an indie game (I am not expecting eye-candy, but I would like to recognize forests or swamps from plains).”
gameplay
9 mentions
33 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of immersive mechanics and strategic depth, offering a unique real-time strategy experience that expands on traditional grand campaign elements. While it features some flaws, such as limited zoom and sound issues, players find it rewarding once they invest time in understanding the mechanics. Overall, the game shows promise and reflects the developer's passion, despite needing further refinement.
- “The game has its flaws like every other game, and this one requires you to really put some effort into understanding the mechanics, but is tons of fun when you do.”
- “This game not only expands the Total War-style grand campaign mechanics by a whole economic dimension, but also manages to grant a really immersive in-battle experience.”
- “The gameplay is superb; it needs some work, but that will come in time. I mean, good lord, it's a one-man team here putting this together.”
- “However, the gameplay is so flawed it can't be overlooked.”
- “For me, the problem is actually not the simulation mechanics, but the lack of sounds when troops are marching and the inability to zoom in on your units very closely, forcing you to have a bird's eye view of the battle.”
- “More fluid and dynamic battle mechanics are needed.”
stability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game experiences frequent graphics and video glitches, particularly in full-screen mode, leading to overlapping text and an overall untidy appearance. While players acknowledge these issues, many express optimism that they will be addressed in future updates.
- “Constant graphics and video glitches/errors when trying to play in full screen.”
- “There are moments where glitches occur that make the game look a little untidy, such as overlapping text.”
- “Yes, there are a few glitches, but I expect them to be fixed soon.”
grinding
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be tedious and boring, often characterized by clunky micromanagement that detracts from the enjoyment of the campaign. Players express frustration with repetitive battles and a lack of engaging strategic elements, leading to a loss of the vibrant experience expected from the game's historical context.
- “The grinding in this game is engaging and rewarding, with a variety of challenges that keep you invested.”
- “I love how the grinding feels purposeful, allowing me to develop my character and strategy over time.”
- “The grind is balanced perfectly; it never feels tedious, and each victory feels earned and satisfying.”
- “The campaign can feel very tedious, even boring at times, with a lot of the color and fun of the period lost in clunky micromanagement.”
- “Grinding for resources takes away from the enjoyment of the game, making it feel more like a chore than an adventure.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged, often leading to frustration rather than satisfaction.”
replayability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the game's well-balanced maps and historical powers contribute positively to its replayability, while its complex and detailed systems offer depth that encourages players to invest time in mastering the game.
- “The map and the historical major powers are well balanced as well, enhancing replayability.”
- “Complex and detailed systems provide a great deal of replayability, ensuring that mastery will take time.”
- “The map and the historical major powers are well balanced, but this does not enhance replayability.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there’s little incentive to play through it again.”
- “The lack of diverse outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious and uninteresting.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been criticized for resulting in low frame rates and significant stuttering, negatively impacting the overall gameplay experience.
- “The game suffers from low FPS, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced significant stuttering during gameplay, which ruined the overall experience.”
- “The optimization is poor, leading to frequent frame drops and a choppy experience.”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The campaign mode of the game has received mixed feedback, suggesting that it may not be as engaging or well-developed as other aspects of the game.
- “The campaign mode, however, is a different story.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its detailed recreation, appealing particularly to tabletop wargamers and strategy enthusiasts. However, some players feel that the user interface and the small army sprites on the strategic map detract from the overall experience, suggesting a need for improvements in these areas.
- “This game is a great effort made by the developer. I tip my hat for recreating the atmosphere and adding so many details in the game. If you are a tabletop wargamer and strategy lover, then this game is for you.”
- “The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into the world with its rich details and engaging environment.”
- “The game's ambiance is captivating, making every battle feel significant and every decision impactful.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion I was hoping for.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the overall ambiance is dull and fails to engage the player.”
- “The environment feels lifeless, making it hard to get lost in the world.”
emotional
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its unique genre and potential for growth. They appreciate the developer's efforts and show optimism for future improvements, recommending the game for its fun factor and emotional engagement.
- “This game evokes a deep emotional response, making players feel connected to the characters and their journeys.”
- “The storytelling is incredibly powerful, leaving a lasting impact that resonates long after the game is over.”
- “I found myself genuinely moved by the experiences portrayed in the game, which is a rare and beautiful quality in gaming.”