Three Kingdoms: Legends of War

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"Three Kingdoms: Legends of War" is a strategy game that lets you build and manage your own kingdom during the Three Kingdoms era in China. Recruit and command famous warriors such as Liu Bei, Cao Cao, and Lu Bu to battle against enemy kingdoms. With in-depth strategy and RPG elements, expand your empire, strengthen your army, and become the ultimate ruler of ancient China.

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Play Modes

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

Three Kingdoms: Legends of War screenshot

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 194 reviews

graphics26 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and character designs, making it visually appealing.
Gameplay is engaging with a mix of hack-and-slash mechanics and strategic elements, providing a fun experience.
The game offers a generous amount of free resources, making it accessible for free-to-play players.

The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free players to compete effectively.
There are numerous bugs and stability issues, including frequent crashes and loading problems.
Lack of clear tutorials and guidance can make the game confusing for new players, leading to frustration.

graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
90%
3%
7%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning visuals and detailed character designs, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience. Players appreciate the artistic quality and animations, which enhance the overall enjoyment, although some express concerns about the complexity of gameplay mechanics. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, making the game visually appealing and enjoyable for players.
- “The graphics are amazing; the fighting is good, and each character has their own uniqueness.”
- “Great graphics, fun gameplay, and a lot of historic characters with very different skill sets.”
- “Beautiful visuals and fast-paced combat.”
- “Definitely pay to win, great graphics though.”
- “Suits the modern day graphics of 2022.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
40%
10%
The story is generally praised for its loyalty to the original Three Kingdoms narrative, with many players appreciating the graphics and character design. However, some users feel that the gameplay is overly simplistic due to auto functions, making it feel more like a passive experience than an engaging game. Overall, while the story is well-received, the execution and gameplay mechanics have drawn mixed reviews.
- “Story progression in the normal mode is loyal to the original if you've read the books before.”
- “Taking it slow not putting much time in it atm but graphics are good story is pretty true to romance series and lots to do.”
- “Great game very fun and interactive amazing graphics and a detailed story.”
- “Storyline is excessive; gameplay requires no play at all due to the auto function. It feels more like a Chinese movie than a game, and the in-game purchase options are quite expensive.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The gameplay is praised for its straightforward mechanics, allowing players to easily acquire premium items without spending money, while offering plenty of complexity and engaging features. Users appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the game, enhanced by great graphics and a variety of historic characters with unique skills. However, there is a call for better communication regarding game mechanics to fully realize its potential.
- “Great graphics, fun gameplay, and a lot of historic characters with very different skill sets.”
- “Love the gameplay; super simple and a great time burner.”
- “Overall, it has potential, but they need to provide players with more information about the game mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is straightforward; getting gems to premium items in the shop is very easy, so you don't even have to buy them.”
- “I can play for hours on end using the free resources you get through gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game initially impressed with its content and visuals, but users report significant stability issues, including frequent crashes, bugs, and loading difficulties, which detract from the overall experience and give it an unfinished feel.
- “It started off as a great game with plenty of content, but now it is hard to load, very buggy, and sometimes closes while you are battling somebody, causing you to automatically lose.”
- “The game is beautiful and very free-to-play friendly, but it's very buggy and feels more like an unfinished beta.”
- “Freezes constantly.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The monetization in this game is heavily criticized, with users noting excessive in-game purchases, a high volume of ads, and a pay-to-win model that detracts from the overall experience. Many feel that the game prioritizes profit over gameplay quality, leading to frustration and disappointment.
- “This is a lol level of monetization.”
- “This is a laughable level of monetization.”
- “Too many ads and too much pay-to-win. The camera angle sucks; honestly, just skip this game unless things change.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting it as stellar and a key component of the overall fun experience. Many reviewers emphasize its creativity and quality, contributing to the game's appeal.
- “This game is a lot of fun, and the graphics and music are stellar.”
- “If you have a lot of time to game, consider this... five stars on music, graphics, sound, and creativity. Try this out now.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality is subpar, and the sound effects often clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players note that while grinding is necessary for farming resources and progressing through dungeons and raids, it is generally seen as a positive aspect of the game, contributing to its overall enjoyment.
- “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore that detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and makes the game feel tedious.”
- “I find myself spending more time grinding than actually enjoying the game's content.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is noted for its ironic take on pay-to-win mechanics, with players finding the situation both amusing and frustrating.
- “This game is pretty cool, but it's hilariously pay-to-win.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I can't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and funny character interactions!”