Kingdom Eighties

 PC
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. GameGrin
    Jul 7, 2023
    85
    Kingdom Eighties is a great title for those interested in the series and a worthy distraction for those waiting for the next big release! Its neon style and synthwave charm will get you hooked, and its fun mechanics and plot will keep you wanting more.
  2. God is a Geek
    Jun 26, 2023
    85
    Kingdom Eighties is a fantastic tribute to the 80s, offering satisfying base-building and plenty of nods to the movies of the time.
  3. Softpedia
    Jun 26, 2023
    85
    Kingdom Eighties will satisfy any players who picked up one of the previous installments in the series and appreciates its indirect strategy concept. The four main characters are pretty cool, the rest of the kids do great work chopping down trees and battling demons, and the presentation is impressive in how well it evokes the ‘80s. The action is sometimes a little slow, and relying on others to act can lead to some frustration. Still, the universe of Kingdom Eighties is so nice, and the nostalgia vibes are so strong that it’s worth investing time to experience both its mechanics and narrative.
  5. TheSixthAxis
    Jul 10, 2023
    80
    Despite its simplistic setup, Kingdom Eighties will hoover up hour after hour of your time. There’s a captivating quality to its pure, focused strategy, and combined with its more narrative-driven focus Kingdom Eighties is a must-play game in 2023.
  6. GameSpew
    Jul 5, 2023
    80
    It may only last you a few hours, but Kingdom Eighties: Summer of Greed is well worth spending some time with. Its simple gameplay is infectious, and you’ll rejoice as you expand your basecamp, pushing enemies back in the process. There’s limited guidance but you’ll soon get to grips with what you should be doing, soaking in the absolutely gorgeous visuals as you do.
  7. But Why Tho?
    Jun 26, 2023
    80
    Kingdom Eighties is a fun detour in a typically serious series, and it’s definitely worth the trip. If you’re unfamiliar with all references, you’ll still find a short but enjoyable adventure.
  8. INVEN
    Jul 2, 2023
    75
    The latest title in the Kingdom series, reconstructed in the retro vibe of the 80s. Visuals and musics resemble the scene from the 'Stranger Things' are quite attractive. Though it is a bit regrettable that the overall system is similar to the previous game, and the amount of content is a bit too short except for the addition of fellow NPCs.
  9. Noisy Pixel
    Jun 30, 2023
    75
    Kingdom Eighties: Summer of Greed is an excellent introduction to the series that checks every box that makes these games so fun. While it doesn’t introduce new elements to the core systems, its unique setting and campaign serve to get new players invested and hold off returning players as we await the next mainline entry. Yes, it is relatively easy and short, but its high-quality presentation makes this an easy recommendation.

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#92 Best PC Game of 2023

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User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 3
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  3. Negative: 1 out of 3
  1. PhoneTheo
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Loved it.
  2. whalepudding
    Jun 28, 2023
    4
    Dumbed down reskin of the previous games. Less content, less replayability, and underwhelming soundtrack. It took only 4 hours to beat on hardDumbed down reskin of the previous games. Less content, less replayability, and underwhelming soundtrack. It took only 4 hours to beat on hard mode. I wish they would just expand on the Kingdom formula instead of just putting out the same game over and over again with a different theme. This game is a huge step back for the series.… Full Review »
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