A Koei Sangokushi 13, a Three Kingdoms strategy sim with a strong personal link between generals and player. Still austere presentation, varied scenarios and a deeper biographical bond. A good vintage for Japanese fans.
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Category
Strategy1 player12+
Description
Koei Sangokushi 13 sequel.
Sangokushi 13 review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Mild"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Playing a lord of the Three Kingdoms in this thirteenth instalment means committing to a campaign of diplomacy, strategy and battles measured in dozens of hours. The hundreds of historical figures and varied victory conditions push you to replay under other dynasties, each run weaving a different tale. It's that historical density that perpetuates the reputation of Koei's series.