Endless Legend

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  1. KRob4
    Sep 29, 2014
    10
    This is a game that is tremendously entertaining now, will hold up 20 years from now. I've put in 34 hours thus far, 24 on the full released version, and I will say that this is my favorite 4X title of all time. The beauty, the immersion of storylines, the RPG elements, the soundtrack, and the deep strategy, make it a game that I have to peel myself away from. Is it a Civ clone? No.This is a game that is tremendously entertaining now, will hold up 20 years from now. I've put in 34 hours thus far, 24 on the full released version, and I will say that this is my favorite 4X title of all time. The beauty, the immersion of storylines, the RPG elements, the soundtrack, and the deep strategy, make it a game that I have to peel myself away from. Is it a Civ clone? No. It's like saying is Far Cry a Half Life clone. Just scrolling out to the Risk-looking map, and down into the micro view of the cities, and watching the textures bleed in is so satisfying. Can't recommend enough.… Expand
  2. DMT
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    After loving Endless Space I am loving the lore on Auriga!! :) Amplitude really have made a much bigger game now and if they support it and add so much FREE DLC like they did to flavour and expand Endless Space then this could be a classic! Civ BE look out!!
  3. RPGFanatic
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Something refreshing and aesthetically exotic, with a lot of factors to consider. Good brain workout. I just hope the multiplayer community will thrive, because i enjoy playing this with other players too.
  4. expellite
    Sep 22, 2014
    10
    Amazing 4X! Endless Legend has everything you may be looking for. Everything is great about the game. The UI, The Visuals, The Races, etc. Everything is beautifully crafted. At the beginning it'll seem hard to get along with the complicated UI (It was hard for me, maybe because this is the first 4X game of my life!) bur when you played it for a few turn you'll get used to it and you'llAmazing 4X! Endless Legend has everything you may be looking for. Everything is great about the game. The UI, The Visuals, The Races, etc. Everything is beautifully crafted. At the beginning it'll seem hard to get along with the complicated UI (It was hard for me, maybe because this is the first 4X game of my life!) bur when you played it for a few turn you'll get used to it and you'll find it way better than the mighty Civilization. EL is quite a comprehensive game and yet it's only 1.8 Gigabytes large and I strongly appreciate it. The 8 races of Auriga are detailed very well and you'll love them. Each race has an introduction video @ Amplitude Website. You may watch all of the videos before you choose your clan, it helps much. The Research Menu of EL is the most comprehensive one I've ever seen! It contains almost everything you may think of. Thanks to Amplitude there's an introduction mode in the game from which you can learn the basics of the EL. And about the soundtrack, I must say that FlybyNo has done a good job. EL soundtrack contains 32 tracks which are available @ Endless LegendAlbum.… Expand
  5. Bloov
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    Одна из лучших 4X стратегий и меня бесконечно радует, что Amplitude продолжают выпускать дополнения для этой игры. Однако стоит упомянуть, что при игре по интернету часто приходится сталкиваться с проблемами синхронизации.
  6. Ixoziel
    Sep 22, 2014
    10
    I started the game up, and felt somewhat mixed. The opening cut-scene for my race was interesting, and a good length. The English in the quests and stories needs to get edited; there's a ton of mistakes. I minimized the game after about 30 minutes to get something to eat. I was walking back into my room when I noticed the best atmospheric music I've ever heard in a 4x game coming from myI started the game up, and felt somewhat mixed. The opening cut-scene for my race was interesting, and a good length. The English in the quests and stories needs to get edited; there's a ton of mistakes. I minimized the game after about 30 minutes to get something to eat. I was walking back into my room when I noticed the best atmospheric music I've ever heard in a 4x game coming from my speakers... seriously, the music is fantastic, and I'm not really an ambient guy.
    I hate tutorials, and I hate reading about a game before I play it, so I was expecting a rough time (although I'm a 4x vet). Surprisingly enough, there's a ton of quests to help you learn how to do things... some require you to make military units, some require you to build certain buildings, and some require you to produce a certain amount of production every turn. These quests taught me various things... such as producing different units, what buildings are good for what, and how to adjust your production / research values in the city.
    The way research is handled is quite refreshing... there's 6 different "ages" (think civ) with 4 categories of research . One is based around food / gold, another around production / science, another around exploration and happiness, and the last one around military. The game is handled in "ages"... but to advance to a new age, you don't need to go down every tree. You might completely ignore the military trees in the first age, and get them in the second or third one. You might go military early for expansion, then focus on military building later on. I especially loved this part of the game, because I dislike the linear tree in most games. I'm constantly experimenting with different research methods each time I start a game up.
    The tile system is somewhat similar to Civ, but it has FAR less RNG (thankfully). There's multiple types of ore to create weapons and armor with, so if you don't get one kind you can use another. Each kind is good, but specializes in a different area... one kind might give more defense, while another is lighter and gives more speed.
    The class system was somewhat disappointing... each empire is basically locked into one class. Luckily, you can build a mercenary camp VERY early (in the first age) and recruit heroes from other factions for gold, but you'll always be stuck with that first hero with the same class (unless you make a custom race). However, each class is unique and refreshing to play. I enjoyed all of them, which is unusual for me.
    Get out there and give these guys your money. I recommend the founder's pack, which is still for sale on steam... the game has a lot of heart, and it's obvious that these guys care about their player base.    … Expand
  7. BananaBucket
    Sep 29, 2014
    10
    Endless Legend has soul, it's a work of art. I've played every hex strategy game since Civ, the original, and none other than Alpha Centauri have pulled me in like this one. So many brilliant design decisions and innovations, such great story, writing, music and illustrations.

    Every game I've played in the last decade could learn from looking at this game and thinking about how their    Endless Legend has soul, it's a work of art. I've played every hex strategy game since Civ, the original, and none other than Alpha Centauri have pulled me in like this one. So many brilliant design decisions and innovations, such great story, writing, music and illustrations.

    Every game I've played in the last decade could learn from looking at this game and thinking about how their work shapes up terms of concept, design and execution. I was a professional game reviewer and this generation seems to need some experience to recognise a truly great single player game.

    My first 10/10 in a decade.    … Expand
  8. GunnerFire
    Sep 19, 2014
    10
    EL is new and fresh X4 strategy game, as veteran of x4 games like AOW3,heroes 1-6,FE:LH,walock1-2 and more i can say there is enough depth and customization to play long period of time, graphics, sound and UI are the best you find in this type of games.
  9. skyline385
    Sep 22, 2014
    10
    One of the most in-depth 4X game i have played in a long time and one which is such a unique blend so as to keep me engaged till 6AM in the morning on a workday for the first time in years. The game looks fantastic while not being really demanding (mostly because of the artsyle) and the music is absolutely amazing. Even the menu music from the first time you launch the game blows you away.One of the most in-depth 4X game i have played in a long time and one which is such a unique blend so as to keep me engaged till 6AM in the morning on a workday for the first time in years. The game looks fantastic while not being really demanding (mostly because of the artsyle) and the music is absolutely amazing. Even the menu music from the first time you launch the game blows you away. The tutorial explains most of the stuff and makes sure you are not overwhelmed by the plethora of options while still leaving away enough for you to discover.

    10/10, completely ruined my excitement for Civ:BE    … Expand
  10. gamerlogic
    Sep 30, 2014
    10
    Vision, creativity, strategy design, novelty, flexibility all make this game a masterpiece in its genre. The way the team has thought these elements shows tremendous passion and professionalism and it all comes together perfectly.
  11. Vladec
    Sep 19, 2014
    10
    Endless Legend is one of the 4x-Games that make a big step Forward. Actual and beautiful graphics, nice Soundtrack, unseen Features and a lot of fun. A must have for EVERY 4x/Fantasy-Gamer.
  12. zombiechan
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    Being a fan of Endless Space, Endless Legend was a nice improvement both lore wise and mechanic wise. Unlike Endless Space, I was able to convince friends to pick this one up and actually play against people.

    Combat system reminds me of the combat in Age of Wonders III but combined with Endless Space.

    (Cultist 4 Lyfe)
  13. Drewwest
    Sep 19, 2014
    10
    Speaking as an avid fan of X4 and RPG style games. This ticks all the boxes. Visually the game is stunning, the art work and the 3D rendering is exceptional. Each and every major faction (of the eight) is different from one another, and this really changes the way you play, and interact with the other factions and the fictional world of Auriga. You can loose yourself in this game, itsSpeaking as an avid fan of X4 and RPG style games. This ticks all the boxes. Visually the game is stunning, the art work and the 3D rendering is exceptional. Each and every major faction (of the eight) is different from one another, and this really changes the way you play, and interact with the other factions and the fictional world of Auriga. You can loose yourself in this game, its refreshing, and a complete joy to play.… Expand
  14. Jopong
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    I've played about 3 hours of the game and all I can say is: Wonderful! It's innovative, fresh, deep an much more. It's like CIV with more RPG Elements and Fantasy.
    I love it!
  15. Propbuddha
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    Endless Legend is a fresh take on the "4X" genre with original (yet familiar) factions, beautiful graphics and great game play. Highly recommended to turn-based strategy fans who are looking to lose 100s of hours in a fantasy setting.
  16. DBeta
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    Short and sweet, Endless Legend is one hell of a Fantasy 4x full of win and does not disappoint. I would recommend it to anyone into the Strategy/4X Genre in a heartbeat. This is launch is just the tip of the iceberg, lots more content to come and A+ support from the Dev team behind this masterpiece will keep me hooked on this game for a long, long time.
  17. DeltaPattern
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    I was looking for a worthy successor of Master of Magic. It is all that and more: 4X empire management, RPG layer, deep universe and lore, and the factions are so diverse that it promises hours of fun. I took part to the Early Access and did not regret it. Big thumbs up!
  18. Shinfoxxy
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    Endless Legend provides a very refreshing take on the 4X genre with charismatic and unique factions, with each their own storyline and quests which dramatically increases the game's replayability. It promises countless hours of fun and delivers. The game mechanics are skillfully crafted and the art is also wonderful!
  19. AdventurerBlitz
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    Endless Legend is a new twist on traditional fantasy themed 4xs. It has some traditional and many new races, each with its own unique twist. Each major faction throughout the game, follows a compelling interactive questline which is followed throughout each game. The game has a rich lore, linking this game with Amplitude's other games, Endless Space and Dungeon of the Endless. The lore,Endless Legend is a new twist on traditional fantasy themed 4xs. It has some traditional and many new races, each with its own unique twist. Each major faction throughout the game, follows a compelling interactive questline which is followed throughout each game. The game has a rich lore, linking this game with Amplitude's other games, Endless Space and Dungeon of the Endless. The lore, coupled with the refreshing mechanics, and all of the effort Amplitude has put into this game make this a fantastic game.… Expand
  20. Selek
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    I highly recommend Endless Legend. The gameplay is fun, the graphics are gorgeous, and the mechanics are surprisingly innovative.

    The game offers several new variations on the traditional 4x formula. Instead of building a city anywhere, the player can build only one city per region, which means initial placement of cities is especially important. Instead of limiting cities to a    I highly recommend Endless Legend. The gameplay is fun, the graphics are gorgeous, and the mechanics are surprisingly innovative.

    The game offers several new variations on the traditional 4x formula. Instead of building a city anywhere, the player can build only one city per region, which means initial placement of cities is especially important. Instead of limiting cities to a certain size on the strategic map, as in Civ, this game allows one to expand the physical boundaries of cities. Fallen Enchantress had a similar feature, but it's better-implemented here; it's very satisfying to expand one's "boroughs" and watch one's city grow across the map.

    Endless Legend has an unusual tech design, too; instead of following one tree, the player has some freedom to skip techs to progress from one age to the next, which promises more replayability.

    And the game has an interesting tactical combat system, too. The player gives one set of orders at turn start, but those orders may or may not be followed, because the game processes the turn in "initiative" order, meaning that your slower troops may have obsolete orders once it's their turn to move.

    Endless Legend also features a stronger AI than its predecessor, Endless Space. That said, it's not realistic to expect Deep Blue in this genre; the map and battlefields are too complex for a chess-like AI But for me, at least, the AI gives me a good game.

    Overall, I highly recommend this game.    … Expand
  21. games4breakfast
    Sep 20, 2014
    10
    The team of Amplitude got my attention with Endless Space and with the innovative way they are developing their games (aka Games2Gether, a great crowdsourcing initiative).

    Now they deliver a fresh take on the 4X genre, the scifi/fantasy setting works very well. The GUI is at its best (and I am rather critical on that aspect, having a long experience of GUI modding in several other    The team of Amplitude got my attention with Endless Space and with the innovative way they are developing their games (aka Games2Gether, a great crowdsourcing initiative).

    Now they deliver a fresh take on the 4X genre, the scifi/fantasy setting works very well. The GUI is at its best (and I am rather critical on that aspect, having a long experience of GUI modding in several other games). The visuals are really cool (from artworks, to the table top like procedural map). The asymetric factions offer 'endless' replayability (and are really something different from any other strategy games)...

    This is why this game deserves the best score I can give!

    If you like grand strategy games, give Endless Legend a try, you won't be disapointed! And the price tag is really low compared to any other new games of that level of quality !    … Expand
  22. Ogrette
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    Finally a new 4X that reinvents the wheel! Hexagonal Board which oozes life at every corner. Graphics are very convincing although the board becomes a bit hectic / complex when you max your cities out and throngs of units stroll down the plains and mountains.
    To be honest, I always cut the ambient music when I geek around Strategy games. Well not this time around as the music takes you to    Finally a new 4X that reinvents the wheel! Hexagonal Board which oozes life at every corner. Graphics are very convincing although the board becomes a bit hectic / complex when you max your cities out and throngs of units stroll down the plains and mountains.
    To be honest, I always cut the ambient music when I geek around Strategy games. Well not this time around as the music takes you to this not-so-peaceful Auriga planet.

    In terms of Gameplay, I had loved Endless Space but felt a bit lonely in all this vacuum. + ship design I felt was a bit cumbersome and fake. Well, this one is just a home run as I love fine-tuning my units to the core.

    Students: the shortest route to making yourself a drop-out is getting your hands on this game. Same with you people in a relationships wanting for to take some time for yourself.    … Expand
  23. pwk11
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    This is a very well made game.I bought early access and loved it then.Some new ideas in a solid 4x game.And the devs are all over the feedback from players.Answering questions ect. in the forums,and changing things for the better. There are some very good play throughs on youtube to judge for yourself.I give it a 9/10. I have been playing 4x games since civ 1.
  24. SargonZA
    Sep 19, 2014
    10
    Endless Legend is, without doubt, one of the deepest and most inspired 4x turn based fantasy games I have had the pleasure of playing. It has that "one more turn" addiction that'll keep you going way past midnight. It is gleefully complex (city building has never been this interesting) while retaining all the usual 4x tenants you've come to expect. The playable factions all feel inspiredEndless Legend is, without doubt, one of the deepest and most inspired 4x turn based fantasy games I have had the pleasure of playing. It has that "one more turn" addiction that'll keep you going way past midnight. It is gleefully complex (city building has never been this interesting) while retaining all the usual 4x tenants you've come to expect. The playable factions all feel inspired (not just reskins) and the minor factions you encounter in the world actually matter.

    One word of caution: Make sure you fire up the tutorial. Or else you won't know what you're doing.    … Expand
  25. Xtiaan72
    Sep 21, 2014
    10
    This game is full of new immersive game play concepts that breath new life into 4X Fantasy genre. I can't understand why anyone who is a fan of this genre would give this anything other than a nine or a ten. That it was made by a small indie development team makes it all the more impressive.

    It features a stream-lined province management system that makes managing huge empires easy and    This game is full of new immersive game play concepts that breath new life into 4X Fantasy genre. I can't understand why anyone who is a fan of this genre would give this anything other than a nine or a ten. That it was made by a small indie development team makes it all the more impressive.

    It features a stream-lined province management system that makes managing huge empires easy and avoids the late game tedium that usually plagues this genre. It does this without sacrificing any depth like Civ V did.

    The turn based 'phased' combat system is so intuitive and is such an improvement when compared to other games in the genre that you will wonder why it hasn't been done before.

    The factions are extremely well done and they all play completely differently. The artwork, graphic design and lore create real atmosphere that really transports you to a fully formed new fantasy universe.

    I know I'm absolutely gushing about this game but I have been looking for something like this for a long time... and games like Fallen Enchantress, World of Magic and Age of Wonders III were extremely disappointing for me. They weren't games that pushed the 4X genre forward in new interesting directions.

    If you if you love this genre and you have been waiting for a new game that has a formula that makes you stay up all night saying 'one more turn' then this is the game for you. I can't understand why someone would give it a bad review except that they probably aren't dedicated strategy gamers. Perhaps, they didn't play through the tutorial to get a grasp on all the new game concepts that Endless Legend brings to the table.    … Expand
  26. Sforza55
    Sep 22, 2014
    10
    ndless Legend (EL) is a very ambitious simultaneously turn based new 4X (eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, eXterminate) strategy game in a fantasy setting by Amplitude studios (Endless Legend, Dungeon of the Endless). The general setting is unusual, as you're stranded on the planet Auriga that has been a favoured laboratory of a powerful precursor race
  27. Kostyan1996
    Sep 22, 2014
    10
    Truly best 4X strategy I ever played. Better than CIV in any case, except Endless Legend have lack of content. But, only in comparison Endless Legend with GOLD version of Civilization. Wait for Endless Legend Gold and you'll see best 4X strategy game ever. Thank you, Amplitude!
  28. Ernest
    Oct 29, 2014
    10
    Endless Legend is the best 4x game around. The Dev team seems to really love making the games and I like how they continue to involve the community of gamers. As always with Amplitude, everything is beautiful. Keep the games coming!
  29. Mohaddi
    Oct 3, 2014
    10
    First up let me say - I opened a MC account just to write this review.
    Endless legend is a great game. Anybody that likes Civ, Total War Rome, Total War Shogun will find this game pleasing. The game has a really clean UI, almost like windows 10. It also has RPG elements with champions, where they level up and you can equip them with gear. It has 9 or 10 different leaders you can play    First up let me say - I opened a MC account just to write this review.
    Endless legend is a great game. Anybody that likes Civ, Total War Rome, Total War Shogun will find this game pleasing. The game has a really clean UI, almost like windows 10. It also has RPG elements with champions, where they level up and you can equip them with gear. It has 9 or 10 different leaders you can play with, but you can also customize them as well. But what really got me was the score; the music in Endless Legend is AMAZING.

    Overall, I couldn't find a single reason to give this game a 9. Great IP!!!    … Expand
  30. Loki64
    Oct 24, 2014
    10
    Great game with wonderful graphics thoughtful development,which cannot be said about the new civilization in space...
    The game has an interesting story-each of their civilization,which is quite unusual for a step-by-step game. During the passage of the jobs you'll learn more about their civilization, trying to save her from disaster. The game also implemented the climate system, the    Great game with wonderful graphics thoughtful development,which cannot be said about the new civilization in space...
    The game has an interesting story-each of their civilization,which is quite unusual for a step-by-step game. During the passage of the jobs you'll learn more about their civilization, trying to save her from disaster. The game also implemented the climate system, the climate of the planet is deteriorating, winter becomes longer, the production falls,if you do not find solutions - all shall perish. Also I really liked the music of this game, it allows you to experience this new world,with all its pain and joy. Definitely center to purchase.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. SpazioGames
    Feb 10, 2015
    85
    The masterpiece you don't expect, who knows how to remedy many flaws of the more famous rivals without disrupting any of the mechanics which we have become accustomed, using instead many original ideas to give a boost to the genre.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jan 9, 2015
    80
    A complex, polished and really pretty game that has nothing to be shamed of even when compared to Sid Meier’s Civilization. [13/2014, p.44]
  3. Games Master UK
    Dec 21, 2014
    89
    A beautiful strategy diamond that breathes new life into a tired genre. [Christmas 2014, p.71]
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