The Succession of Changing Kings

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The Succession of Changing Kings is a single player role playing game. It was developed by KwaKwaGames and was released on February 10, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

"The Succession of Changing Kings" puts you at the helm of a kingdom on the verge of disaster. The lands that were once rich have now decayed into emptiness. The fields, once fertile with crops, are now covered in weeds. Trade routes have fallen silent, and the best people are leaving their homeland. Construct buildings, hire subjects, decide the fate of your liegemen and take criti…

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews

story8 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game offers a captivating storyline with engaging gameplay that allows players to make impactful decisions as the heir to the throne.
It features a unique blend of strategy and role-playing elements, with over 200 quests per act and a variety of ways to die, adding to its replayability.
The writing is well-crafted and humorous, making the experience enjoyable, while the graphics and animated map enhance immersion in the medieval setting.

The game suffers from a lack of essential quality-of-life features, such as a save option, which can lead to frustrating experiences due to random deaths.
Many players feel that the reliance on RNG for outcomes can make the game feel unfair and punishing, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
The use of AI-generated art and voice acting has been criticized, leading some to feel that the game lacks a personal touch and depth in its presentation.

story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
66%
9%
The game features a richly woven narrative filled with political intrigue and complex character dynamics, setting it apart from similar titles. Players appreciate the depth of the storyline, with over 200 quests per act and numerous branching paths that influence outcomes, although some find the reliance on random events can detract from the experience. Overall, it offers a captivating blend of strategy and storytelling, making it a worthwhile choice for fans of text-based medieval adventures.
- “What follows is a web of plots and intrigue, with a solid and well-written story.”
- “The game masterfully immerses players into a richly detailed world filled with political intrigue, complex power struggles, and vivid storytelling.”
- “I love the depth of the storyline and the variety of choices that affect the outcome.”
- “The two elements of the game's core elements, management and story, are at war with each other.”
- “It's difficult to get invested in the story when managing your way into a decent mechanical run is so demanding.”
- “You have no clue what an event does or the chances of anything until you just play the game and realize how it's just a story mashed up with a thousand different random events, with some outcomes not even making sense but ruining a run.”
gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
48%
13%
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, where decisions significantly impact outcomes, creating a dynamic experience filled with moral dilemmas and strategic challenges. While the turn-based system and new features like factions and wars add variety, some players find the reliance on RNG frustrating, particularly when it leads to unexpected deaths that feel disconnected from player agency. Overall, the game combines beautiful graphics with a deep narrative, though some aspects may require further refinement to enhance player investment.
- “Very fun - it's interesting to watch how each decision affects the gameplay and that the outcome could be different even if you select the same option each playthrough.”
- “The succession of changing kings is a fascinating strategy game that combines deep tactical gameplay with a unique storyline.”
- “Its mechanics around kingship and power shifts create a dynamic and engaging experience, where every decision impacts the balance of power.”
- “It's difficult to get invested in the story when managing your way into a decent mechanical run is so demanding.”
- “Which means that even if I don't accidentally kill myself, the gameplay is pressing on buttons like a chimpanzee hoping for a banana.”
- “If RNG just decides you died while having nothing to do with gameplay at all, that's not fun and not worth playing until it's fixed.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
18%
18%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful, colorful artwork and immersive atmosphere, while others criticize the inconsistency in art styles and the use of AI-generated illustrations. Overall, the visuals are considered appealing and atmospheric, enhancing the gameplay experience, though some players note that they could benefit from further polish, especially given the game's early access status.
- “The art style and soundtrack complement the atmosphere perfectly, making it immersive and memorable.”
- “I would like to note the beautiful graphics, drawn colorfully and juicy.”
- “The graphics are stunning, and the gameplay is both challenging and rewarding.”
- “The developer at least admits to the use of AI in illustrations, but they lack cohesion and have different art styles going from one event to the next.”
- “Sure, it’s early access, so the visuals could use a polish, but for a solo dev, this is insane work.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
11%
22%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising it as delightful and immersive, enhancing the overall atmosphere. However, some users note a lack of variety and suggest improvements, such as persistent background music and options to cycle through tracks. Overall, while the soundtrack is a highlight for many, there are calls for more customization and consistency.
- “The art style and soundtrack complement the atmosphere perfectly, making it immersive and memorable.”
- “Good drawing, and the music is simply a delight for the ears.”
- “The game has fantastic music.”
- “There's no music, and the artwork isn't particularly impressive, with most of it being AI-generated.”
- “Make an option that the background music is persistent and doesn't change each time you go to an event.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive medieval fantasy setting, enhanced by a complementary art style and soundtrack. Reviewers highlight the engaging graphics and world design, which contribute to a memorable experience filled with political intrigue and strategic depth. Overall, the game's atmosphere effectively draws players into its richly crafted narrative.
- “The art style and soundtrack complement the atmosphere perfectly, making it immersive and memorable.”
- “An atmospheric turn-based medieval style simulator with a good plot and lots of variation!”
- “The graphics and world design create an atmosphere of medieval fantasy, which enhances immersion in the story.”
- “Add some new mechanics, detail, atmosphere you know.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players appreciate the game's multiple endings and extensive quest options that enhance replay value, others feel it falls short of its claims, citing a lack of true replayability. Despite these criticisms, some users still recommend the game for its affordability and potential for varied experiences.
- “Multiple endings, endless replay value!”
- “With strategic building, relationship management, and over 200 quests per act, the game offers deep replayability.”
- “The game also lacks replayability.”
- “Although the developers claim it has replay value, it really doesn’t.”
- “I'm a big fan of games that offer true replayability and leave a different aftertaste each time.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a strong sense of humor, with players enjoying funny choices and humorous achievements tied to in-game deaths. The intriguing world-building and interesting characters further enhance the comedic elements, making for a challenging and engaging experience.
- “Dying, by the way, is great fun - each death comes with a humorous achievement.”
- “The world building is intriguing, characters are interesting, and the humor is mostly pretty strong.”
- “A challenging and engaging text-based game with twists, humor, and excellent strategy.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to strike a balance between meaningful engagement and enjoyable light-heartedness, making the responsibilities feel significant without becoming tedious. The presence of diverse characters enhances the experience, contributing to a sense of managing a country rather than a simplistic narrative.

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The Succession of Changing Kings is a role playing game.

The Succession of Changing Kings is available on PC and Windows.

The Succession of Changing Kings was released on February 10, 2025.

The Succession of Changing Kings was developed by KwaKwaGames.

The Succession of Changing Kings has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

The Succession of Changing Kings is a single player game.

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