Summary
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Blue Byte Software
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria is the latest installment in the long-running Settlers series of city-building strategy games. Developed by Ubisoft Blue Byte and published by Ubisoft, the game was released on August 17, 2020 for Microsoft Windows.
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria is set on the continent of Anteria, a land of lush forests, towering mountains, and sparkling rivers. Players take on the role of a leader of one of four factions: the Elari, the Maru, the Jorn, and the Almain. Each faction has its own unique strengths and weaknesses, and players must use their faction’s unique abilities to build and develop their kingdom.
The game’s economy is based on the production and consumption of resources. Players must gather resources such as wood, stone, and ore in order to build buildings, produce goods, and support their population. Resources can be gathered from the environment, or they can be produced by buildings such as farms and mines.
Players must also manage their population in order to grow their kingdom. Each citizen has their own needs, such as food, water, and shelter. Players must build houses and other buildings to provide for their citizens’ needs, and they must also ensure that their citizens have access to jobs.
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria features a variety of different ways to play. Players can choose to play through the game’s campaign, which tells the story of the four factions as they compete for control of Anteria. Players can also choose to play in sandbox mode, where they can build and develop their kingdom without having to worry about the game’s story.
The game also features a multiplayer mode, which allows players to compete against each other or to cooperate to build and develop their kingdoms. Multiplayer mode can be played with up to four players, and players can choose to play on a variety of different maps.
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria has received mixed reviews from critics. Some critics have praised the game’s charming graphics and addictive gameplay, while others have criticized the game’s repetitive missions and lack of innovation. Overall, the game has received a score of 65 out of 100 on Metacritic.
Gameplay
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria is a city-building strategy game in which players take on the role of a leader of one of four factions. Players must build and develop their kingdom, manage their resources, and grow their population.
The game’s economy is based on the production and consumption of resources. Players must gather resources such as wood, stone, and ore in order to build buildings, produce goods, and support their population. Resources can be gathered from the environment, or they can be produced by buildings such as farms and mines.
Players must also manage their population in order to grow their kingdom. Each citizen has their own needs, such as food, water, and shelter. Players must build houses and other buildings to provide for their citizens’ needs, and they must also ensure that their citizens have access to jobs.
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria features a variety of different ways to play. Players can choose to play through the game’s campaign, which tells the story of the four factions as they compete for control of Anteria. Players can also choose to play in sandbox mode, where they can build and develop their kingdom without having to worry about the game’s story.
The game also features a multiplayer mode, which allows players to compete against each other or to cooperate to build and develop their kingdoms. Multiplayer mode can be played with up to four players, and players can choose to play on a variety of different maps.
Setting
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria is set on the continent of Anteria, a land of lush forests, towering mountains, and sparkling rivers. The continent is home to a variety of different cultures and factions, each with its own unique history and traditions.
The four factions that players can choose to play as in the game are the Elari, the Maru, the Jorn, and the Almain. The Elari are a race of elves who are known for their wisdom and their skill in magic. The Maru are a race of humans who are known for their strength and their courage. The Jorn are a race of dwarves who are known for their skill in mining and crafting. The Almain are a race of humans who are known for their farming and their trade.
Each faction has its own unique strengths and weaknesses. The Elari are skilled in magic and have a strong affinity for nature. The Maru are strong and courageous, and they are skilled in combat. The Jorn are skilled in mining and crafting, and they have a strong affinity for the earth. The Almain are skilled in farming and trade, and they have a strong affinity for the land.
Reception
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria has received mixed reviews from critics. Some critics have praised the game’s charming graphics and addictive gameplay, while others have criticized the game’s repetitive missions and lack of innovation. Overall, the game has received a score of 65 out of 100 on Metacritic.
Conclusion
The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria is a solid city-building strategy game that offers a charming and addictive experience. While the game doesn’t quite reach the heights of its predecessors, it’s still a good choice for fans of the genre.
Review Score
6.5/10
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