1849

 PC
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. DarkStation
    May 14, 2014
    70
    It absolutely nails the mechanics for a city-builder and makes it super easy to jump in and build a great city.
  2. PC Gamer UK
    Jun 16, 2014
    64
    1849 finds a few glittering flecks in taking a well-worn RTS template into gold-rush California, but no prime nuggets. [July 2014, p.78]
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  3. Hooked Gamers
    May 13, 2014
    62
    Despite its unique Western setting, 1849 is a run of the mill city builder that might have been made 10 years ago and probably wouldn’t have had much longevity back then either.
  5. IGN Italia
    May 8, 2014
    61
    1849 isn't really a bad game. It's just a little game, with too little to do and too little to see.
  6. Games.cz
    Jun 5, 2014
    50
    1849 is a management strategy game with an interesting theme but very narrow-minded and monotonous gameplay. It might suffice for mobile platforms, however, you will soon feel bored on PC.
  7. GameWatcher
    May 26, 2014
    50
    There is fun to be had here. It's just that, in my opinion, the amusement provided is severely limited by the lack of challenge, the lack of diversity and the low grade graphics and sound.

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User Score
5.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 4 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 2 out of 4
  1. ChoicestGames
    Jul 16, 2017
    8
    1849 is a modern, casual take on the classic Sierra City Building games of yesteryear. I like the fact that it's casual and accessible since1849 is a modern, casual take on the classic Sierra City Building games of yesteryear. I like the fact that it's casual and accessible since it's a perfect complement to more intense games that I tend to play in my library - a perfect game to wind down to. If you're a fan of the old Sierra City Building games like Zeus, Cleopatra, Caesar etc. and a purist (i.e. you like a bit of a challenge) you'll probably be disappointed with 1849 - it's also not a game for those who hate micromanagement since you'll be doing quite a lot of trading of resources to keep your town going (and abstaining from trading is not an option). If what I've described doesn't deter you though, I urge you to give the game a try.… Full Review »
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