Wellington's Victory
- August 21, 2019
- HexWar Games
At dawn on June 18th, the torrential rain which had soaked the Belgium countryside the previous day began tapering off.
Reviews
- Enjoyable gameplay with high replay value and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic hex-based board games.
- Great visuals and a decent array of scenarios, allowing for strategic gameplay with terrain and formation considerations.
- Simple mechanics make it accessible, while still providing fun and engaging battles, especially for fans of Napoleonic warfare.
- The AI is weak and often makes unrealistic decisions, leading to less challenging gameplay.
- Movement distances can be too great, making it difficult to project strategies effectively.
- The game lacks multiplayer options and has some release glitches that need addressing, which detracts from the overall experience.
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their great artwork and visuals, contributing to an enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the quality of the graphics, especially considering the game's hex format.
“Great visuals.”
“Good graphics for this type of hex game.”
“Other scenarios included great artwork, lots of fun.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and resembles typical tabletop wargames, making it accessible for players. However, those seeking intricate mechanics and detailed control may find it lacking and should consider other options.
“Gameplay is similar to most Hexwars games.”
“None of the mechanics are particularly confusing, and it plays like your typical tabletop wargame. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but if you prefer a lot of detail and controlling things on the smallest level possible, then this might not be the game for you.”
“None of the mechanics are particularly confusing, and it ends up playing like your run-of-the-mill tabletop wargame. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but if you prefer a lot of detail and controlling things on the smallest level possible, then this should be a pass for you.”
“Gameplay is like most Hexwars games.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users generally note that the game's replayability is high, with multiple pathways, choices, and outcomes that encourage players to experience it multiple times. The variety in gameplay mechanics and the presence of unlockable content further enhance its replay value. Overall, players find that each playthrough offers a fresh experience, making them eager to return.
“The game offers incredible replay value, with multiple endings and choices that significantly impact the story.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse character builds and strategies you can explore.”
“I love how the game encourages experimentation; every run can lead to a completely different experience.”
“The game lacks significant replay value, making it feel like a one-time experience.”
“Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The limited choices and outcomes mean that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is generally enjoyable, but players have reported some initial glitches that are expected to be addressed in upcoming updates.
“This is a fun game, but it suffers from several release glitches that are supposedly going to be fixed soon.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered multiple bugs that disrupted gameplay, which really detracted from my overall enjoyment.”