Hegemony: Philip of Macedon

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 29
  3. Negative: 2 out of 29

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  1. not_good
    Nov 2, 2011
    7
    A lot of fun to be had here. A cross between total war games with rts style battles, and an empire builder light. The company seems really cool and worth supporting as well, hopefully they have a sequel in the works.
  2. Peradon
    Feb 11, 2011
    7
    The game is bearable and feels quite fun during the first few hours, but soon you will realise the true extent of this game- the map is absolutely huge. It might appear to be a real time total war but don't expect the extensive trade routes, city building and diplomacy here. However, it feels more realistic than a total war game and generally is quite fun if you dont aim to complete theThe game is bearable and feels quite fun during the first few hours, but soon you will realise the true extent of this game- the map is absolutely huge. It might appear to be a real time total war but don't expect the extensive trade routes, city building and diplomacy here. However, it feels more realistic than a total war game and generally is quite fun if you dont aim to complete the whole thing. Worth the 2.50 i paid in the steam sale i got it in.… Expand
  3. Yogi1001
    Jan 7, 2012
    7
    I am reading some 10 out of 10 reviews here.. Honestly- this game is ok but don't expect too much. Personally- I would give a game like Medieval Total War 2 a 9 out of 10 not this one! To put some perspective on things! However, if you can pick this up for a good price I recommend it. Here are some of my opinions on it pros and cons:

    On the down side: This game doesn't have the    I am reading some 10 out of 10 reviews here.. Honestly- this game is ok but don't expect too much. Personally- I would give a game like Medieval Total War 2 a 9 out of 10 not this one! To put some perspective on things! However, if you can pick this up for a good price I recommend it. Here are some of my opinions on it pros and cons:

    On the down side:

    This game doesn't have the graphics or depth of total war. And it can become a bit of a repetitive grind as your territory is subject to constant incursions. I found having to constantly run my main army up and down the map a bit of a grind and too much like hard work to be that enjoyable. The missions can be done in any order but simply boil down to conquering everything.

    Plus side: In the campaign's favour it does keep you on your toes. It is very rare that you can simply sit back and gloat at your power. There are always enemies poking into your lands to look for weak spots. Your units level up and you can attach generals to units. You can enslave your enemies when they surrender or execute them.

    Keeping your armies and cities supplied with food from farms is very important in this game. This is a bit more realistic than many other games of its type.

    The story of Philip is well told with artistic cutscenes.    … Expand

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Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. PC PowerPlay
    Dec 30, 2010
    50
    Has solid foundations, but there's not enough there to keep you engaged for the long hours it takes to finish. [Jan 2010, p.65]
  2. GameShark
    75
    Hegemony otherwise does a good job of capturing the nature of war in this time period.
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  3. PC Gamer UK
    70
    With diplomacy and more resourceful units, Hegemony could have been great rather than good. [Aug 2010, p.102]
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