Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power

 PC
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. AceGamez
    70
    The real problem with Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power doesn't lie with its handholding and linearity; it's with its reluctance to really push any boundaries.
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  2. Gamer's Hell
    70
    Galactic Assault is an enjoyable game for those who like turn-based strategy games but don’t be expecting anything new in the genre.
  3. GamerNode
    70
    A solid turn-based strategy game a notch above similar titles due to the game's presentation and the difficulty. Doesn't hurt that the visuals are nice and the gameplay is approachable too.
  5. Gamers Europe
    60
    There is technically nothing wrong with Galactic Assault, it just lacks so much that it quickly becomes frustrating.
  6. GameSpot
    70
    A good grasp of tactics along with smart, challenging missions outshine Galactic Assault's impenetrable storyline and elementary design.
  7. GameWatcher
    62
    A little more imagination and Galactic Assault could have been a far more valuable addition to the overfull alien battle strategy genre.
  8. GameZone
    65
    A ho-hum experience throughout, Galactic Assault is average at best. The simplified interface will turn off TBS gamers, while RTS fans will find much more interesting options on the market.
  9. Gaming Nexus
    80
    But Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power is certainly worth a good look for the turn-based strategy fans out there, and for those wanting something a few steps from the mainstream market.
  10. IGN
    62
    The combat is enjoyable and challenging in those moments where the scripting opens up a bit, and the overall interface is economical without seeming limiting. In the end though, that's not enough to raise the game beyond just average.
  11. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    68
    As for the TBS hardcore, they’ll probably indignantly object to the dumbed-down gameplay mechanics. Galactic Assault isn’t a bad game – we just don’t really know who it’s for.
  12. PC Gamer
    68
    For it's user-friendly interface alone, Galactic Assault is a noteworthy entry in the genre and serves as a good starting point for anyone looking to cautiously dip a toe into war gaming. [Dec 2007, p.66]
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  13. PC Gamer UK
    69
    Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power is a slick hex wargame that wears its theme like a chimpanzee wears a trilby (reluctantly and unconvincingly). Besides the names of the factions, units and characters, there's almost nothing here of the dark, distinctive source material. [Dec 2007, p.84]
  14. PC Zone UK
    62
    While the tactics are meaty enough and there are stacks of multiplayer options, the whole package falls short due to ball-achingly bland battles and a particularly user-friendly learning curve. [Dec 2007, p.84]
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  15. Pelit (Finland)
    79
    An entertaining tactical puzzle game. If only there was more room for actual strategic manoeuvres and more alternative ways to complete the missions. [Oct 2007]
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  16. Play.tm
    67
    Much like those random late night films you know nothing about before you watch them and end up enjoying, Galactic Assault is more fun that you'd expect although it never really ever comes close to being great.

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#93 Best PC Game of 2007
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#85 Most Shared PC Game of 2007

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 49 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 49
  3. Negative: 11 out of 49
  1. Nick
    Sep 20, 2007
    9
    Great modern-looking TBS, and the best on based on Strugatsky brothers novel!
  2. Broyax
    Sep 29, 2020
    1
    C’est une sorte de Command & Conquer au tour par tour, ce qui n’est pas pour déplaire a priori mais hélas, la mise en oeuvre et l’exécutionC’est une sorte de Command & Conquer au tour par tour, ce qui n’est pas pour déplaire a priori mais hélas, la mise en oeuvre et l’exécution ainsi que la présentation générale rangent ces bonnes intentions dans le rayon des navets pas très frais… pour ne pas dire pourravenazes. Ainsi l’interface est assez vilaine mais surtout étonnamment mal faite… on manque des informations les plus élémentaires comme par exemple de savoir quelles unités ont accompli leur tour ou non ! c’est assez dingue de voir « ça » surtout pour un jeu sorti en 2007…

    Tout le reste est à l’avenant et développé un peu comme-ci-comme-ça à l’arrache, à croire que tout ça a été boulotté par des dilettantes ou des stagiaires en fin de stage. Ou au début de leur « formation »‘ qui sait… Pourtant graphiquement, ce n’est pas si mal… encore qu’un peu juste quant même alors que ça reste un poil exigeant par rapport à ce qui est proposé.

    Alors qu’on se débat plus ou moins avec l’interface étonnamment minimaliste, l’ennui et les limitations du titre deviennent encore plus évidentes : c’est décidément raté d’un peu partout, tout le temps et trop amateuriste pour qu’on y trouve un quelconque intérêt stratégique, finalement !    … Full Review »
  3. iseeall
    Aug 24, 2013
    7
    A solid TBS game which is a mix of Massive Assault (or Advanced Wars) and Panzer General. Too bad the devs took as setting some sovietA solid TBS game which is a mix of Massive Assault (or Advanced Wars) and Panzer General. Too bad the devs took as setting some soviet sci-book which no one knows. I'm a russian myself and haven't ever heard of this novel. Missions are too linear and graphics pretty outdated. Strangely enough, with all the complicated set of rules in this game it doesn't make a better game than Massive Assault. All in all, good game design with poor presentation.… Full Review »
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