Generally enjoyable and engaging experience | The game is generally enjoyable, engaging, and addictive, especially for fans of the series. Many reviewers highlight that it's easy to pick up and play, with a simple and user-friendly interface. Some reviewers note that the game is enjoyable despite its flaws. | 90% |
Evokes nostalgia, faithful to original | The game successfully evokes nostalgia for previous Romance of the Three Kingdoms titles, particularly Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8. It retains the core gameplay and feel of the original while incorporating modern updates and improvements, making it a worthwhile experience for long-time fans. | 66% |
Many scenarios and flexible endings | The game offers a wide variety of scenarios based on historical events, providing players with numerous options for experiencing the Three Kingdoms era. The game also offers multiple endings, allowing for quicker conclusions based on fame, infamy, or regional control. | 57% |
Focus on character role-playing | The game allows players to experience the game from the perspective of a chosen officer, with a focus on character development, relationship building, and role-playing. The game offers a high degree of freedom in character development and allows for unique and engaging activities. | 35% |
Improved and enjoyable combat system | The game features an improved and enjoyable combat system with faster-paced battles, strategic elements, and satisfying abilities. The battles are more balanced and require strategic thinking, with the importance of unit coordination being a positive aspect. | 33% |
Significantly improved graphics and UI | The game features significantly improved graphics, updated character art, and a polished UI, enhancing the overall visual presentation. The updated graphics provide a fresh coat of paint to the classic strategy game. | 31% |
Good for casual, relaxed play | The game is suitable for casual players and is good for killing time, offering moments of strategical relaxation. The game is designed to cater to older players' lifestyles, acknowledging that they may not have as much time to dedicate to gaming as they did in the past. | 15% |
Good strategy and character options | The game offers a variety of elements for strategy lovers, including politics, battle mechanics, dueling, bonding, character creation, and scenarios. The game also features improved duels and debates, which are well-designed and allow for strategic thinking. | 15% |
Incorporates elements from previous games | The game incorporates elements from previous installments, with some features and gameplay being better than the 13th installment. The game also retains much of the original RotK8 gameplay, including city development and combat, with minor changes. | 11% |