Europa 1400: The Guild

 PC
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
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  1. Gamezilla!
    92
    All the multimedia does is add to an already immersive and intense experience.
  2. Gamers' Temple
    90
    This could very well be a prototype for the next generation of city building games to come.
  3. Yahoo!
    90
    As a simple enough idea, the unwieldy concept of a medieval trading/intrigue/court politics title has grabbed us by the short and curlies and refuses to let go for the near future. In a nice way, if that's possible.
  5. GameSpot
    85
    Has something to offer fans of almost any genre--it's the sort of creative hybrid that computer gaming sorely needs.
  6. IGN
    85
    It's the kind of game that either enthralls you for days on end or drives you up the wall to gnaw at the curtain rods. Or both. Yes, definitely both, in my case.
  7. Game Informer
    85
    The gamplay, however, is devilishly clever in its use of politics, economics, and social standing to keep your butt planted, and your attention riveted. [Feb 2003, p.107]
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  8. ActionTrip
    85
    The gameplay is complex, nonlinear and addictive.
  9. GameZone
    83
    Immersive, looks good and is an incredible challenge.
  10. G4 TV
    80
    The control scheme is bound to scare lots of people away before they see what it has to offer. And it has a lot to offer. It's not pretty, but it's deep.
  11. Computer Gaming World
    80
    There are at least three or four games lurking in Europa 1400: The Guild, each of them enjoyable and addictive. [May 2003, p.93]
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  12. Electric Playground
    75
    A lot more difficult to learn and to play than it ought to be... [but] a great game.
  13. Game Over Online
    74
    Both fascinating and addictive to play, and yet has so many rough edges that you might not want to play it at all.
  14. Computer Games Magazine
    70
    It will take at least a full game or two (or three) before you have any idea what you are doing, but even before you learn the ropes, Europa 1400: The Guild is strangely addictive. [Apr 2003, p.85]
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  15. Adrenaline Vault
    70
    A wonderfully complex simulation that entertains more than it frustrates, though this title is clearly not for everyone. Action-oriented RTS fans should avoid it like the plague.

Awards & Rankings

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#38 Best PC Game of 2002
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#63 Most Discussed PC Game of 2002

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 36
  3. Negative: 2 out of 36
  1. Voyou
    May 26, 2021
    3
    Tired of tutorials that ask you to do things but don't tell you where the buttons to do those things are hidden. Here, you discover on yourTired of tutorials that ask you to do things but don't tell you where the buttons to do those things are hidden. Here, you discover on your own that you must move around, open doors, explore rooms, locate and click on every merchant, etc. As a result, the game is 95% pixel hunt. While the clock is ticking.… Full Review »
  2. Misterdiony
    May 18, 2021
    9
    The Guild is another childhood classic that even today convinces with its fantastic gameplay. Its great to spend your time on a dynasty butThe Guild is another childhood classic that even today convinces with its fantastic gameplay. Its great to spend your time on a dynasty but sometimes gets laggy what hinders the 10 score.… Full Review »
  3. gracjanski
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
    Unique gameplay that combines the life in middle ages, RPG and economy. There are a lot of funny possibilities like being a priest, thief,Unique gameplay that combines the life in middle ages, RPG and economy. There are a lot of funny possibilities like being a priest, thief, graveyard warden, but also taking a classic profession. In addition you try to get a job in the authorities for example through bribes. The music fits, the controlling and graphics are good.
    But after 10 or 15 hours the game gets repetitive and you saw most of the game already.    … Full Review »
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