Revival: Recolonization (2024)

Developer: HeroCraft PC
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 425 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical, turn-based strategy game where shifting world rules and emergent surprises keep you constantly adapting.

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What players say

Players consistently say Revival: Recolonization has interesting ideas that the execution fails to deliver, with a confusing tutorial, unfair AI, and a clunky interface. Some compare it unfavorably to Endless Legend and Civilization, while a minority enjoy its mix of concepts, but the lack of updates suggests development stalled.

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