Warriors of the Nile 2
- August 23, 2022
- Stove Studio
Get on Steam"Warriors of the Nile 2" is a single-player turn-based strategy game with roguelite elements, where you lead Egyptian warriors against the Roman army. Experience fast-paced combat, strategize based on stage conditions, and create unique skill builds. Each character now has a distinct skillset, adding a new layer of dynamism to the game.
Reviews
- Warriors of the Nile 2 offers a deep and satisfying tactical experience with a variety of character builds and synergies, making each run feel unique and rewarding.
- The game features charming graphics and a well-balanced gameplay loop that keeps players engaged, with plenty of content and replayability.
- The addition of new mechanics, such as the Miracle system and diverse character variants, enhances the strategic depth and overall enjoyment of the game.
- The game suffers from poor translations and unclear descriptions of abilities, which can lead to confusion and a steep learning curve for new players.
- Some players find the difficulty spikes in higher challenges to be frustrating, as they can feel like a reset of progress and rely heavily on RNG.
- While the game is fun, some critics argue that it lacks depth in strategy compared to other tactical games, making it feel more casual and grind-focused.
- gameplay22 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a fun and addictive loop, combining turn-based combat with roguelike elements, though some mechanics are poorly explained. Players appreciate the colorful graphics and quick missions, making it easy to jump in and out, but some find the strategic depth lacking and the challenge can be punishing. Overall, while the game offers satisfying mechanics and enjoyable sessions, it also has flaws that can detract from the experience.
“Really good game, great balance, fun and addicting gameplay loop.”
“Great game, really fun gameplay, charming graphics and good challenge!”
“The gameplay is a unique and very satisfying combination of turn-based combat and roguelike deckbuilder.”
“A number of mechanics are obfuscated just because there's no way to tell what it does.”
“If you're looking for a way to spend a couple of fun evenings with Egyptian chibi murder, you're likely to have one or two of them ruined by the game repeatedly lying to you about things, including some basic mechanics of classes and enemies.”
“Gameplay: 5/10 -- too simplistic, minimal strategy, synergies are either stupidly overpowered or just nonexistent.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a colorful and charming art style that many players appreciate, contributing to a fun and polished aesthetic. However, some users find the chibi art style off-putting, suggesting it resembles mobile platform graphics. Overall, the visuals are deemed simple yet effective, complementing the gameplay experience.
“I love the art style of this game!”
“Great game, really fun gameplay, charming graphics and good challenge!”
“It's got everything: cool character abilities, fun things to do power up during a run, interesting progression, unique and challenging boss fights, and satisfying aesthetics and game feel.”
“Graphics: 5/10 -- chibi art personally gets on my nerves and makes the game look like it should be on a mobile platform.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers significant replayability due to its diverse class variants, robust systems, and various difficulty settings, catering to different player preferences. While some players feel that the game can be completed quickly, the presence of hard modes and unlockables enhances its replay value, making each run feel rewarding. However, a few users noted that once everything is unlocked, the replayability may diminish.
“Each class has 7 different variants that all play meaningfully different from each other, adding a significant amount of replayability.”
“The systems in the game are surprisingly robust, providing a depth of replay value that is not immediately apparent.”
“It's got near-limitless replay value and plenty of difficulty selectors to match anyone's taste and skill level.”
“Replay value -- 1/10 -- once you grind the game out and unlock everything, there will be nothing left to do.”
“The game is quite short with just 3 chapters and can be completed in about 7 attempts, but there's hard mode and unlockables that give it much more replayability.”
“There's more content, better unit classes, and more things to unlock from each run, making each run more rewarding.”
- music6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and thematic fit, enhancing the overall experience with polished sound design and enjoyable background tracks. However, some players note that it can become repetitive over time. The combination of engaging music and appealing animations contributes to a positive atmosphere, particularly within the game's Egyptian setting.
“The music and sound is great too, and it's all wrapped in a very polished package.”
“The music is quite good too and fits the theme perfectly but can get a bit repetitive after a time.”
“Some relaxing background music with a pleasing Egyptian setting spiced up with some roguelite gameplay.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game features minimal storytelling, focusing primarily on gameplay rather than narrative, reminiscent of classic 80s and 90s titles. Players note a lack of substantial plot or motivation beyond the gameplay experience itself, with cutscenes deemed unnecessary.
“Like most roguelikes, there is no real story or reason why you do this beyond the game itself.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and lacks any meaningful connection to the gameplay.”
“Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about the outcomes of their journeys.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's grinding mechanics are simplistic and reminiscent of mobile games, making it feel more like a time-waster than a substantial tactical experience. Players express dissatisfaction with the reliance on loot-based progression, which often requires repetitive grinding without meaningful engagement.
“It lacks so many concepts that are normally present in tactics games, which is why I say this game feels like a mini-mobile game useful for grinding away when you need to waste a few minutes—not something worth sinking $15 into.”
“Your runs and progression are determined by the loot you get, which, on the other hand, is based on brainless grinding.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the impressive character designs, suggesting that the game excels in visual representation, which may enhance the overall character development experience. However, there is limited information on the depth of character arcs or growth throughout the narrative.
“Plus, this game features even more wonderful character designs.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game is stable and smooth, with minimal bugs encountered—only one visual glitch noted over extensive playtime. The experience is described as varied and interesting, with plenty of content to explore.
“Smooth and not buggy; I have not encountered any bugs except for one visual glitch over 50 hours of gameplay.”
“The game runs consistently well, providing a stable experience throughout.”
“I appreciate the stability of the game, which allows me to fully enjoy the varied and interesting content.”
