Empire of the Gods (2016)

Developer: Lonely Troops
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 86 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-paced strategy game where you build ancient cities and monuments through simple card play, with a calm, historical atmosphere.

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What players say

Players describe Empire of the Gods as a short, easy resource management puzzle that uses cards but is not really a card game. Opinions are split: some find it an entertaining brain teaser, while others call it a boring math grind. The game is a 2008 release that has not been updated for modern systems and lacks widescreen support.

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