Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Cyanide Studio
- Publishers: Paradox Interactive
Impire (2013): A Hellishly Good Time
Impire is a dungeon management game developed by Cyanide Studios and published by Kalypso Media. It was released on Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux in 2013. The game puts players in control of the demon Baal-Abaddon as he attempts to rebuild his mighty hell spawn form. With the aid of dozens of evil creatures big and small as well as an arsenal of spells, players will help Baal-Abaddon construct a dungeon underworld of limitless evil and nastiness to stop all those pesky Heroes of Ardania from ruining his return to greatness!
Impire is a spiritual successor to the classic dungeon management game Dungeon Keeper. Like Dungeon Keeper, Impire tasks players with building and managing a dungeon, recruiting and training an army of minions, and defending their dungeon from waves of enemy attackers. However, Impire also introduces a number of new features and improvements to the dungeon management formula, such as the ability to research new technologies, cast spells, and summon powerful demons.
One of the things that sets Impire apart from other dungeon management games is its focus on the player’s character, Baal-Abaddon. Baal-Abaddon is not just a disembodied voice or a faceless avatar; he is a fully realized character with his own motivations, personality, and sense of humor. Players will get to know Baal-Abaddon as they progress through the game, and they will come to appreciate his dark wit and his determination to succeed.
Another thing that makes Impire stand out is its sense of humor. The game is full of funny dialogue and over-the-top characters, and it never takes itself too seriously. This lighthearted tone helps to make Impire a more enjoyable experience, and it prevents the game from becoming too repetitive or grindy.
Of course, no dungeon management game would be complete without a variety of minions to command. Impire features a wide range of minions to choose from, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Players will need to carefully consider which minions to recruit and how to use them in order to succeed.
In addition to minions, players can also cast spells and summon powerful demons to aid them in battle. Spells can be used to damage enemies, heal minions, or buff Baal-Abaddon’s abilities. Demons are powerful creatures that can be used to turn the tide of battle in the player’s favor.
Impire is a challenging and rewarding game that will appeal to fans of dungeon management games, strategy games, and RPGs. With its unique blend of humor, charm, and challenge, Impire is a game that is sure to keep players entertained for hours on end.
Key Features:
- Play as the demon Baal-Abaddon as he attempts to rebuild his mighty hell spawn form.
- Build and manage a dungeon underworld of limitless evil and nastiness.
- Recruit and train an army of evil minions, including imps, goblins, orcs, and more.
- Research new technologies, cast spells, and summon powerful demons to aid you in battle.
- Defend your dungeon from waves of enemy attackers, including pesky Heroes of Ardania.
Critical Reception:
Impire received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its humor, charm, and challenging gameplay. However, some critics found the game to be too repetitive and grindy.
- IGN: 8/10
- GameSpot: 7/10
- PC Gamer: 8/10
Awards:
- IndieDB Indie of the Year Award (2013)
Legacy:
Impire was a commercial success, selling over 500,000 copies worldwide. The game has been praised for its unique blend of humor, charm, and challenge, and it has been cited as an inspiration for other dungeon management games.
Impire is a fun and challenging dungeon management game that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre. With its unique blend of humor, charm, and challenge, Impire is a game that is sure to keep players entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
8/10
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