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Rising Lords

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Release Date: January 18, 2024

Strategy, Turn-based, The Middle Ages, 2D, Indie Games, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet, LAN

A turn-based strategy with elements of card and board games, in which the player takes on the role of one of the titular lords. Our task is to expand our influence, take care of the economic situation and wage war against enemy forces. Rising Lords has a singleplayer mode, as well as a local and Internet multiplayer mode.

5.9

OpenCritic

7.2

Steam

1.3

Users

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Rising Lords is a turn-based strategy game with card game and board game mechanics. It was developed by a German indie studio Argonwood.

Plot

Rising Lords is set in the Middle Ages. We play as one of the titular lords expanding our sphere of influence.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Xbox One

Xbox One

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S

Early Access:May 27, 2020

Developer: Argonwood

Publisher: Argonwood

Age restrictions: none

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Rising Lords Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 2.27 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 or better, 500 MB HDD, Windows XP.

Recommended System Requirements:
Quad Core, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 960 or better, 500 MB HDD, Windows 10.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Rising Lords Video Game.

5.9

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 14% of Critics. There are 8 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Thumb Culture: 3 / 5

Rising Lords is a standout strategy game that effortlessly captures the essence of medieval feudalism. Though some first-timers may find it a bit too hard as it doesn’t hand hold the tutorial alone may not be enough for some. The captivating visuals, intricate gameplay mechanics, and compelling political diplomacy make for a rich and immersive experience. They say fortune favours the bold, and in Rising Lords, your fate as a feudal lord lies in your hands. Will you rise to the challenge and conquer this medieval world?

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Gamezo: 4.8 / 10

Overall, I believe that Rising Lords has potential with some creative features. But the poor execution of these features makes the game a chore to play. Hopefully, Argonwood can fix a large amount of the issues this game faces to create a much more user-friendly game by the time of its release.

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WhatIfGaming: 7 / 10 by Hristijan Pavlovski

Rising Lords is a hexagon-grid-based tactics game that introduces elements from Battle Brothers, Civilization, and chess to create a game that is rich in mechanics, but lacking in depth. Its medieval presentation and art style are a highlight, and there's a decent variety in the content offered. While it's fun for a couple of hours and up to a couple of days, the lack of a multiplayer scene or mod support seriously harms the longevity of the game.

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72%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (940)

STEAM
User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Art and Aesthetics: Many users appreciate the charming hand-drawn art style and medieval theme, which adds a unique visual appeal to the game.
  • Engaging Mechanics: The economic mechanics, including resource management and worker allocation, are praised for being detail-oriented and satisfying for players who enjoy micromanagement.
  • Combat System: The turn-based combat and the card system used for special actions in battles are considered interesting and add a layer of strategy to gameplay.
  • Nostalgic Value: Fans of classic strategy games like "Lords of the Realm" find that "Rising Lords" captures the essence of those games while introducing modern mechanics.
  • Multiplayer Elements: Some users enjoyed the multiplayer aspect and the ability to create custom maps, enhancing replayability.

The main cons of the game

  • Pacing Issues: The game suffers from poor pacing in both map exploration and battles, leading to a frustrating experience for many players.
  • AI Problems: The AI is frequently criticized for being ineffective, leading to unbalanced gameplay and making solo play less engaging.
  • Interface and Usability: The user interface is often described as clunky and non-intuitive, making navigation and gameplay cumbersome.
  • Performance Issues: Many users report significant lag and optimization problems, even on lower graphics settings, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • Limited Multiplayer: The multiplayer mode is restricted to a maximum of four players, which some users find limiting and not conducive to a more engaging multiplayer experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Improved AI: Users express a desire for a more competent AI that can challenge players and enhance the strategic depth of the game.
  • Expanded Multiplayer Options: Many players wish for increased player capacity in multiplayer modes, as well as more robust online features.
  • Polished Gameplay: Several reviews mention the need for more polish, including fixing bugs, improving performance, and enhancing overall game balance.
  • More Depth in Economy and Diplomacy: Users feel that the economic system becomes linear and lacks depth after initial play, and the diplomatic options are too basic.
  • Auto-Save Feature: The absence of an auto-save feature is noted as a significant drawback, especially in the campaign mode where save scumming is often necessary.

Summary

  • Overall, while "Rising Lords" has a solid foundation and charming elements, it faces criticism for its pacing, AI performance, and technical issues, with players hoping for future improvements and updates.

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