Despot&s;s Game: Dystopian Army Builder

Despot&s;s Game: Dystopian Army Builder

September 15, 2022

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PREPARE TO DIE, HUMANS! A group of people wake up in a strange post-apocalyptic labyrinth — naked, with no memories and with a bunch of weapons. Is this a joke, a crazy experiment, or... a game? You&s;ll find out soon enough, just try not to die first! GET YOUR PRETZELS …

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74.4

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Critic Reviews (8)

Arron Kluz But Why Tho? Sep 2022
70.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

40.0

"Despot’s Game: Dystopian Army Builder is a very interesting blending of genres that helps bring something new to auto battler games. However, its mixing brings far less to the rogue-lite genre, so fans of titles like Hades or Cult of …"

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Daniel Waite Movies Games and Tech Sep 2022
80.0 /100

"Despot&s;s Game is a cruel rogue-lite set in a dystopian world. Search the labyrinthine world as you appease a sick voyeuristic monster. Command your army, set their formation, and watch each automated encounter. It is brutal, unfair, and guaranteed to …"

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James Paley COGconnected Sep 2022
75.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

28.0

Story

30.0

"This game is a great time, with a couple minor caveats. If you don’t mind the random, roguelike nature of the combat, then you’ll love it. If you’re playing on PC, you’ll love it even more. The writing is snappy, …"

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Jan Pinc Gaming Professors Sep 2022
75.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

50.0

"Despot&s;s Game: Dystopian Army Builder will delight fans of turn-based battles who are looking for a bit of randomness and some ugly pixels in their lives. As with other tactical rogue-lites, you&s;ll probably feel a bit lost at first, but …"

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Jemma Casson Pure Nintendo Sep 2022
70.0 /100

Graphics

58.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

62.0

"Despot&s;s Game is an unusual combination of genres that adds something fresh to the scene. It&s;s fast-paced and enjoyable in short bursts, with upgrades that help keep things interesting. The randomized runs won&s;t be for everyone, but they&s;re fun while …"

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Jesse Norris XboxEra Sep 2022
68.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

60.0

"Despot’s Game: Dystopian Army Builder is a really fun if slightly flawed strategy game that I’m glad I decided to check out. While it’s not something I might recommend to most for a purchase it is definitely worth trying out …"

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Jordan Dube GameLuster Sep 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

30.0

"Despot’s Game is perfect for when you’re looking for something with strategy as well as a good laugh. While it’s not a game that will take up a lot of your time, it can be nice to poke your head …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Sep 2022
77.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

67.0

"If you can accept that your control over your party is very limited as they battle through dungeons, you may enjoy this"

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