Crown Wars: The Black Prince
Last updated: 2025-04-06
- Tactical combat similar to X-COM, medieval setting.
- Engaging gameplay with appealing graphics and animations.
- Extensive character and weapon customization options.
- Unbalanced difficulty creates artificial challenge.
- Repetitive missions and excessive grinding.
- Frequent crashes and bugs impact gameplay.
- Reviews
(sample size) - 455
- Helpful reviews
- 86%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 12%
- Protest reviews
- 2%
- 49%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 51%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 615
- Negative points
- 1107
- Gameplay points
- 333
- Perf. points
- 90
- Rec. points
- 346
- Misc points
- 64
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Similar to X-COM, medieval setting | The game is frequently compared to X-COM, with reviewers noting similar tactical gameplay and strategic elements. The medieval setting is a welcome change for many, enhancing the experience. Many reviewers who enjoy X-COM or similar turn-based strategy games will likely enjoy this title. | 75% |
| Fun, engaging, and enjoyable gameplay | Many reviewers express general enjoyment of the game, highlighting its engaging gameplay, interesting mechanics, and overall appeal. The game is often described as fun, addictive, and well-rounded, with a solid core concept and setting. These points indicate a positive reception and a satisfying player experience. | 52% |
| Appealing graphics and detailed animations | The game has appealing graphics, a pleasant art style, and detailed animations. Reviewers appreciate the visual polish and immersive environments. The kill animations and character models are particularly well-done, enhancing the overall experience. | 27% |
| Challenging and strategic tactical combat | The game features thoughtful and challenging tactical combat with a balanced difficulty curve. Unit positioning and strategic thinking are important for success. The AI is competent, making the game feel fair and engaging. | 26% |
| Extensive character and weapon customization | The game offers extensive options for customizing characters, weapons, and armor. Reviewers appreciate the ability to create unique companions with tactical gear and visual identities. This customization adds depth and variety to the gameplay experience. | 26% |
| Developers actively patching and improving | The developers have actively addressed bugs and issues, improving the game's stability and playability. Patches have fixed game-breaking bugs, control issues, and balance problems. This ongoing support enhances the overall player experience. | 18% |
| Good voice acting and story | The game features good voice acting, particularly the French voiceovers, which some reviewers prefer. The story is well-told, and the soundtrack enhances the immersive experience. These elements contribute to the overall quality of the game's presentation. | 7% |
| Promising and strong start | The game has a promising start with enjoyable initial progression and a strong story. Reviewers are delighted with the early chapters and find the game increasingly interesting. This positive initial experience sets a good foundation for the rest of the game. | 7% |
| Appealing Hundred Years' War setting | The game is set in the Hundred Years' War, which many reviewers find appealing and fresh. The medieval setting enhances the overall experience and provides a unique backdrop for the gameplay. This setting is a significant positive for many players. | 6% |
| Classes are unique and diversified | Each class offers unique abilities and roles, adding variety and strategic depth to combat. Reviewers appreciate the distinctiveness of the classes and the ability to experiment with different team compositions. This diversity enhances the tactical possibilities in battles. | 6% |
| Death and wound systems add depth | The game incorporates mechanics that support the idea of units dying and needing replacement, fitting the setting. The wound system prevents permanent character deaths, adding a layer of depth to combat. Boss fights require strategic thinking due to their high health. | 5% |
| Cool and satisfying finishing moves | The game features cool and satisfying finishing moves. Reviewers enjoy the brutal cinematics and the option to skip them. These finishing moves add a unique element to the combat experience. | 4% |
| Late-game improvements and features | The game includes special weapons that alleviate late-game tedium. The final story chapters introduce significant changes to the gameplay, improving the overall experience. The shared equipment system is convenient for managing a large number of characters. | 4% |
| Stable and playable | The game is stable and playable, with reviewers experiencing no crashes or game-breaking bugs. This stability ensures a smooth and enjoyable gameplay experience. This is a basic expectation, but important for overall satisfaction. | 3% |