To Battle!: Hell's Crusade
- July 24, 2019
- Filthy Peasant Games
- 11h median play time
Get on Steam"To Battle!: Hell's Crusade" is a real-time strategy game set in a grim, alternate medieval world. As a warlord, command your army of knights, foot soldiers, and magical creatures to conquer territories and complete objectives. With deep customization options, varied campaign missions, and multiplayer mode, this game offers a rich and challenging strategy experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Brilliant strategic gameplay that is easy to learn but offers depth and challenge.
- The game features humorous writing and voice acting that adds a unique charm, reminiscent of Monty Python.
- The graphics and art style effectively capture the feel of a tabletop game, enhancing the overall experience.
- The voice acting is often criticized as being cheap and annoying, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- There is no option to save mid-battle, which can lead to frustration if players need to quit unexpectedly.
- Some players find the difficulty level too high, with resource management and unit loss making the game feel punishing.
- story45 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring enjoyable writing and a humorous tone reminiscent of Monty Python, which enhances the overall atmosphere. Players appreciate the narrative's depth, with opportunities for strategic decision-making and character development throughout the missions. However, some find the storytelling choppy and suggest improvements in voice acting and mission variety to further enrich the experience.
“Fairly standard old school turn-based strategy gameplay, but what shines for this title is the story and writing.”
“The story was rather enjoyable - I loved the Monty Python-esque humor and the crusader is probably my favorite character.”
“There is a story, accompanied by plenty of spoken dialogue in several accents before and after battles, in the middle of a campaign level, etc. The texts are often quite funny, though I can see how some people might not like the way this is done.”
“Narrative: an attempt at Python storytelling, narration, and very little luck involved.”
“Humor: very choppy story with some tolerable voice acting.”
“There is a story, accompanied by plenty of spoken dialogue in several accents before and or after battles, in the middle of a campaign level, etc. The texts are often quite funny, though I can see how some people might not like the way this is done.”
- humor24 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often compared to Monty Python, featuring a mix of silly, sophomoric jokes and tongue-in-cheek dialogue that some players find hilarious, while others feel it falls flat or is too childish. While many appreciate the humorous narration and character interactions, critiques highlight a need for sharper writing and more cohesive comedic elements. Overall, the humor is divisive, with some players enjoying its absurdity and others wishing for a more refined approach.
“It's like a Monty Python board game, hilarious and silly in the face of evil.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed this game - and yes, the humor is sophomoric and the voice acting is tongue-in-cheek, but it just works for me.”
“The story was rather enjoyable - I loved the Monty Python-esque humor and the crusader is probably my favorite character.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many players appreciating the art style and the aesthetic that captures the essence of tabletop strategy games. While some find the graphics simplistic and lacking in detail from a distance, others praise the quality and charm of the unit designs and overall visual presentation. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay experience despite some minor critiques.
“As a fan of tabletop strategy games with tons of painted miniatures strewn all over the play area, I just love the graphics!”
“The art style is excellent; the game captures the feeling of a tabletop game very well.”
“I think the graphics are top notch and I can't wait to see more campaigns coming in the future.”
“Although I have to admit that they are simplistic enough that a lot of graphics-over-gameplay addicts might find them unappealing.”
“Aesthetics: unless you get in close, very hard to see the detail and variant color schemes of the armies.”
“Imagine 'Battle of Wesnoth' - smaller, but with way better graphics!”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its brilliant strategic depth, combining simple mechanics with engaging battle events, though some may find it too simplistic. While it features standard old-school turn-based strategy elements, the strong narrative enhances the experience. The board-game styled graphics complement the gameplay, and the use of mouse controls is well-received, although some players desire more detailed gameplay demonstrations.
“Brilliant strategic gameplay, the best example of simple but deep I've seen in a long time.”
“Solid gameplay, some nicely thought-out battle events.”
“Outstanding board-game styled graphics and gameplay.”
“Although I have to admit that they are simplistic enough that a lot of graphics-over-gameplay addicts might find them unappealing.”
“You can expand the storylines and gameplay that may change, but con for me.”
“Actually, I wished there was more actual gameplay shown on YouTube to show more of the game in detail.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the sound effects and background tracks. However, some users feel that the music can become repetitive over time and suggest that more variety, such as additional medieval tracks, would enhance the experience. Overall, while the music contributes positively, there is room for improvement to keep it engaging throughout gameplay.
“Great music and sound effects.”
“The only things I would add to make the game even better are bigger tabletop maps, voice overs instead of text in missions, more medieval music, more units, and more campaigns and missions in the future for the game.”
“Music background is nice, but may get a bit boring after a while.”
“The music is okay.”
“I would like to see more medieval music added to enhance the game's atmosphere.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's medieval aesthetic and art style are praised for creating an engaging atmosphere, complemented by effective storytelling. However, some players feel that the overall experience does not fully resonate with them.
“The storytelling is engaging and creates a captivating atmosphere.”
“The aesthetic and art style beautifully complement the medieval atmosphere.”
“Despite quite a nice looking aesthetic and an interesting art style that suits the medieval atmosphere, I couldn't really get on board with this one.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a stable experience with no significant glitches, highlighting good graphics and a straightforward combat system. While some mention that the economic aspects could be improved, it is not seen as a major issue affecting stability.
“The graphics are good, and I haven't encountered any glitches. The combat system is simple, which adds to the overall stability of the game.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or major bugs, making for a stable gaming experience.”
“I appreciate the consistent performance; everything feels well-optimized and reliable.”
