Spartan (2022)

Developer: Slitherine Ltd.
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 21 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 13 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A deliberate, cerebral wargame that feels like maneuvering ancient phalanxes on a grid, balancing careful planning with decisive action.

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What players say

Players say the game is a slow, turn-based empire builder focused on managing eight resources and city development, not just conquest. The battles are auto-resolved, and reviews note the game plays like a simpler ancestor to the Total War series.

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