WARIUM
- March 1, 2018
- ELF
Get on SteamWarium is a turn-based strategy for creating your empire. Choose your faction and go ahead. Recruit and upgrade units, build buildings and raise your economy. You are free to choose in which direction to expand your power.
Reviews
- The game features simple yet engaging mechanics that provide a fun challenge, especially when you achieve victory.
- Random world generation and a variety of terrain and units keep the gameplay fresh and replayable.
- The pixel art style is appreciated for its charm, and the game is considered a good value for its low price.
- The game lacks a tutorial or manual, making it difficult for new players to understand the rules and mechanics.
- There are significant design flaws, such as the inability to take enemy tiles without waiting for them to step on them, which can hinder gameplay.
- The graphics and overall polish are considered outdated, and there is a desire for more content and variety in gameplay elements.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by straightforward mechanics that allow players to quickly grasp the core concepts, such as leveling up units and managing finances. While the current early access version shows potential for improvement, some reviewers feel that the mechanics and replayability could be enhanced to elevate the overall experience.
“I can say that after I tried many things in half an hour, the game mechanics were pretty clear and easy to understand.”
“A strategy game for me is mostly about the mechanics and the replayability.”
“This game has simple mechanics: level up basic units to something more powerful in order to dominate the land, while managing your finances in order to build structures.”
“Two reasons: first, as this is in early access, the game may improve dramatically before official release, so I'm being a little generous; second, a strategy game for me is mostly about the mechanics and the replayability.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game currently has a replayability rating of 7/10, largely due to its early access status, which suggests potential for significant improvements before the official release. Players emphasize that the mechanics of strategy games are crucial for replayability, indicating that the game's foundational elements may encourage multiple playthroughs.
“The game has great replayability due to its evolving mechanics and the potential for significant improvements as it continues through early access.”
“As a strategy game, the replayability is crucial, and I appreciate how the mechanics allow for different approaches each time I play.”
“I'm excited to see how the game develops in early access, which adds to its replayability and keeps me coming back for more.”
“The game lacks the depth needed for true replayability; once you've played through it, there's little incentive to return.”
“After completing the main storyline, I found no compelling reasons to dive back in; the game feels too linear.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from the player's confusion and the absurdity of the experience, leading to moments of self-deprecating laughter as they navigate the lack of guidance and ultimately facepalm at their own struggles.
“Isn't it worth 99 cents to bumblingly attempt to figure out a game with no manual or tutorial, laughing at how confused you are and how ridiculous everything is, only to finally figure it out and facepalm harder than you ever have in your life?”
“The humor in this game is so unexpected and delightful; I found myself laughing out loud at the absurd situations and quirky characters.”
“Every time I thought I had a handle on things, the game threw a hilarious twist my way that left me in stitches!”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics received a low score of 3/10, indicating that users found them to be subpar and lacking in quality. Many noted issues such as poor textures, outdated designs, and a general lack of visual appeal. Overall, the graphical presentation did not meet player expectations.
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report stability issues, particularly with glitches that render adjacent units ineffective when placed on teleporters surrounded by water, limiting gameplay options.
“Glitches and problems arise when having two adjacent units on two adjacent teleporters surrounded by water, rendering all four ineffective unless a flying enemy swoops in.”
“The game frequently crashes during critical moments, making it frustrating to progress.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay, including characters getting stuck in the environment.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing indifference or a lack of engagement, often opting to turn it off entirely. Overall, it appears that the audio does not significantly enhance the gaming experience for many users.
“I'm not going to rate the audio as I always turn off the music in games, but overall I am somewhere between ambivalent and apathetic with this game's sounds.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, making it suitable for players who prefer straightforward gameplay without complex narratives or societal systems. It offers an accessible experience at a low price point for fans of hexagonal strategy games.
“If you enjoy hexagonal strategy games without much documentation, an in-depth story, or sophisticated societal systems, then this is the game for you at a very low price.”
“The story feels shallow and lacks the depth needed to engage players fully.”
“I found the narrative to be predictable and uninspired, making it hard to stay invested in the game.”
