Warlords of the Deck

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Warlords of the Deck is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Legion Forge Games and was released on October 4, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Warlords of the Deck" is a multiplayer strategy game that combines card games with the battles of Total War. Players must strategically compile decks, gather legions, and charge to conquer opponents. Each game begins with choosing a hero, whose unique abilities offer a risk-reward scenario, and national armies have distinct tactics to master for various engaging gameplay styles.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of deck-building and autobattler mechanics, providing engaging and strategic gameplay.
It features a variety of factions and heroes, allowing for extensive customization and replayability.
The artwork and design are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

The user interface is clunky and could use significant improvements for better organization and quality of life features.
There are significant issues with balancing, leading to erratic PvP battles where outcomes can feel unfair.
The tutorial is lacking, making it difficult for new players to understand game mechanics and strategies.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Warlords of the Deck" is characterized by engaging and dynamic card interactions that appeal to both casual and experienced players. While the mechanics are easy to learn, they offer strategic depth and challenge, with a variety of cards and upgrade options enhancing the experience. However, some players desire more variety in gameplay to further enrich their experience.
- “Its engaging gameplay and dynamic card interactions provide a fresh experience with each play, appealing to both casual gamers and seasoned strategists alike.”
- “"Warlords of the Deck" offers a strategic depth that belies its seemingly simple card-based mechanics.”
- “The artwork is fantastic and the gameplay is easy to learn but challenging to master.”
- “However, I would like to see more variety in the gameplay.”
- “To make it a little easier to think, the game uses card mechanics.”
- “Multiplayer modes ensure long-lasting gameplay!”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their creativity and aesthetic appeal, with many reviewers highlighting the top-notch artwork and design. While the visuals are described as more than acceptable and contribute to the enjoyment of larger scale battles, some users report issues with lag and frame rates, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Honestly, I am very surprised that this game is as good as it is. The unit/leader design is very creative and the graphics are more than acceptable with a great art style.”
- “The artwork and design are top-notch.”
- “The artwork is fantastic and the gameplay is easy to learn but challenging to master.”
- “Lags a lot, the video graphics are too much for a simple game like this; it lags too much.”
- “Lags a lot, the video graphics are too much for a simple game like this; it lags too much.”
- “Though it doesn't align with both my genre and aesthetic preferences, I found Warlords of the Deck pretty fun.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts excellent replayability, largely due to its 66 unique commanders, each offering distinct effects that significantly diversify gameplay and build strategies. Players appreciate the depth and variety, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.
- “There are currently 66 different commanders, each with their own effect, which varies your builds even more and makes for great replayability.”
- “It's a well-crafted game with a lot of depth and replayability.”
- “Excellent replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the extensive grinding required to unlock a single hero, noting that it can take a full week of dedicated effort.
- “That's a full week of grinding for one hero.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game involves unlocking commanders, which requires a significant investment of time to earn gold coins through daily quests and gameplay. Players note that this process can be quite slow, impacting the overall pacing of the narrative progression.