Armageddon Empires (2021)

Developer: Cryptic Comet Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 49 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow, methodical turn-based wargame that blends card-driven strategy with post-apocalyptic atmosphere, demanding careful resource management and tactical planning on a fixed-resolution map.

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What players say

Players praise the depth and unique card-based strategy, but warn the interface is clunky and old. The AI is surprisingly clever, using recon and infiltration. Opinion splits on the constant manual clicks, which some find tedious. No in-game tutorial, so newcomers rely on YouTube and the manual.

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