Emplacement (2023)

Developer: Glaikun
Publisher: Glaikun Studio
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 17 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A thoughtful, turn-based tile-laying duel where players must outmaneuver each other on a small isometric battlefield to checkmate the opposing king.

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What players say

Players praise the core tile-placement idea and pixel art, but find the AI too predictable and the strategy shallow after a few missions. Multiplayer lobbies are empty, and several players ask for more heroes, units, and game modes.

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