Deity Empires (2018)

Developer: BaileyHausdorff Systems
Platforms: Windows
Genres: RPG, Strategy
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 339 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 39 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn 4X experience that rewards careful planning and incremental growth, with a 'just one more turn' pull driven by tactical battles and empire expansion.

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What players say

Players praise the depth and complexity, comparing it to Master of Magic or Age of Wonders, but many feel the game was abandoned before it was fully polished. Bugs, memory leaks, and required online checks every few hours are common complaints.

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