Omerta: City of Gangsters

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4.9

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 220 Ratings

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  1. TheCowWentMooo
    Apr 5, 2013
    5
    I expected more from Omerta, riding on the expectations of some of Kalypso's previous games, such as Tropico. However, although my initial impressions were good, I soon realized how repetitive and laborious the game as a whole can be.

    I found multiplayer to be not up to par, the combat system felt oddly bugged, favoring the A.I. in some situations. Also, the thing which bugs me most,    I expected more from Omerta, riding on the expectations of some of Kalypso's previous games, such as Tropico. However, although my initial impressions were good, I soon realized how repetitive and laborious the game as a whole can be.

    I found multiplayer to be not up to par, the combat system felt oddly bugged, favoring the A.I. in some situations. Also, the thing which bugs me most, and perhaps many other people too, was the price tag of this game.

    £30-40 for a game which had a play time of around 6-7 hours (before boredom kicks in), along with repetitive gameplay and features rehashed from other games (specifically FREE flash games), Omerta just didn't cut it for me.

    Overall, although it was initially a blast, it quickly deteriorated, and it has been a while since I have even looked at it in my Steam library.    … Expand
  2. HaloLace
    Feb 16, 2013
    5
    Aww... too bad. I was hoping for X-Com meets Gangland. Instead, this game just makes my stomach hurt. I'm going to go take an Omerta and wipe my Kalypso. Enjoy my money more than I enjoyed your game guys!
  3. huntibor
    Mar 15, 2013
    5
    This game is very bad, do not take it! Reasons: it does not show up correctly, how to play and do something funky. But we have a good retro feel. But it still sucks. One of the worst game in which I played.
  4. Seryin
    Oct 28, 2013
    6
    Originally I gave this game a 3/10, stating how I felt that, "Each mission is a series of repetitive tasks, simple as that. While you perform these tasks they will try to piece in little bits of story and nothing really ever changes from board to board." And then I finished the review by stating, "Now I will not say this game is absolute junk, but for the price I paid, I was expectingOriginally I gave this game a 3/10, stating how I felt that, "Each mission is a series of repetitive tasks, simple as that. While you perform these tasks they will try to piece in little bits of story and nothing really ever changes from board to board." And then I finished the review by stating, "Now I will not say this game is absolute junk, but for the price I paid, I was expecting something much more impressive, or at the very least slightly impressive."
    Now, those complaints still persist with me. This game's "takeover" gameplay is extremely tedious, imo, and I still feel that this is an overpriced game for its content. However, giving the game a second chance after its free update, I found myself enjoying the game much more. The strategic combat, story and theme are all pretty refreshing and earn the game a higher score than 3/10.
    Specific Cons: Missions and map takeover becomes extremely tedious and drawn out. Game is overpriced. Would be a 8/10 if it were approximately 20 bucks.    … Expand
  5. LukaRose
    Feb 2, 2013
    5
    Don't waste your time It's ok but hey there are to many great games to play So i don't recomend you this game if you haven't finished new DMC
  6. Yazah
    Jul 30, 2013
    6
    Omerta is an average game that is fun if you get in on sale. It has an x-com style combat system (though not nearly as extensive in terms of variability and combat options). The meta game gets a bit redundant over time, though the recent additions of sandbox mode and other small improvements has increased re-playability somewhat.
  7. ChoicestGames
    Jul 25, 2013
    7
    Omerta: City of Gangsters's gameplay can become somewhat repetitive and the sandbox and multiplayer options on offer will only entice a limited number of replays. However, this unpretentious mafia strategy game has an entertaining (yet somewhat predictable) story with a great 20s era soundtrack to boot. I thoroughly enjoyed the single-player campaign and if you enjoyed the campaigns inOmerta: City of Gangsters's gameplay can become somewhat repetitive and the sandbox and multiplayer options on offer will only entice a limited number of replays. However, this unpretentious mafia strategy game has an entertaining (yet somewhat predictable) story with a great 20s era soundtrack to boot. I thoroughly enjoyed the single-player campaign and if you enjoyed the campaigns in Tropico 3 and 4, set your sights on Omerta: City of Gangsters.… Expand
  8. Puddinfellow
    Feb 2, 2013
    7
    I pre-ordered this game on impulse, and I have got to say I'm not really disappointed. It is an old school style turn-based game, with specific perks and powers available to each character upon leveling up. If you don't like turn based combat, do not get this game, you will hate it. To be completely honest, the single player campaign is hard to get through. I've only done about twoI pre-ordered this game on impulse, and I have got to say I'm not really disappointed. It is an old school style turn-based game, with specific perks and powers available to each character upon leveling up. If you don't like turn based combat, do not get this game, you will hate it. To be completely honest, the single player campaign is hard to get through. I've only done about two missions and I have yet to go back because it feels very vanilla and bland. You can buy businesses, do in-mission missions, and upgrade your home on each map that you play. I suppose the single player is most disappointing in that it had a lot of potential but has either been squandered or watered down to where it's a chore to get through. Where the game DOES excel in my opinion is the multiplayer. You chose four heroes, can completely customize any of them with any weapon, and can level them up to make them more powerful in combat using "money" earned while playing CO-OP or verses. One draw-back is there is little, if any, tier-based pvp combat, so new folks are often paired with older ones who have a much more advanced party, and an inevitable slaughter ensues. If you want to play multiplayer though, clear time on your schedules. Though both are fun in their own right, PVP takes roughly 15-30 minutes and COOP takes 45-60 minutes. All in all, a decent game and a good buy, particularly if it goes on sale. In fact, I would recommend waiting until it does so.… Expand
  9. alfneo
    Feb 2, 2013
    7
    I like the game, its a nice graphic, but the old heroes and magic missions is a big drop for me, i personale don't like it.

    All the features, i like them, and there is more hours in it than i thought, a game for me don't need all kinda features, as long its fun and like doing some of the same things over and over, to get more power and become the Mafia. Buy it if you like a strategy    I like the game, its a nice graphic, but the old heroes and magic missions is a big drop for me, i personale don't like it.

    All the features, i like them, and there is more hours in it than i thought, a game for me don't need all kinda features, as long its fun and like doing some of the same things over and over, to get more power and become the Mafia.

    Buy it if you like a strategy game that got lots of game time and for me it's addicting.    … Expand
  10. bilbo1973
    Feb 7, 2013
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Now let's see... You got a great theme (for all Mafia/ prohibition lovers out there), descent battle choice (turn-based at last!) and an expectation that the mix won't fail you (as the price is high). Unfortunately the game feels unfinished... My main concerns lay in the absolutely lack of info/report regarding what your premises produce (in terms of "products" and like/fear rating) or what your joints or construction sites sell (again for both aspects). You should also be able to see the benefits received by upgraded buildings in this report. The battle is nice but missed shots when you are literally next to an enemy is a fail... As the game has something that gets me hooked and wanna finish it, I will not bury it but I'd suggest the developer to implement the changes (that I am sure had in mind but not the time to implement) and give content free of charge to all those that bought the game at full price. A re-pricing at 15-19 is mandatory and please add the option to be able to chat with your opponent/ co-player!… Expand
  11. yolktern
    Aug 19, 2013
    5
    Disclaimer: I've not played this, but I felt I must responded to FemmeFatal. First, you're a girl, so you don't get it. Second, some people DO want mindless game interaction. Arcane is an RPG fan, RPGs are some of the most in-depth and detailed and challenging games out there, not mindless games. I'm sorry that you wanted a challenge like you'd find in Magic, the Gathering...then again, ifDisclaimer: I've not played this, but I felt I must responded to FemmeFatal. First, you're a girl, so you don't get it. Second, some people DO want mindless game interaction. Arcane is an RPG fan, RPGs are some of the most in-depth and detailed and challenging games out there, not mindless games. I'm sorry that you wanted a challenge like you'd find in Magic, the Gathering...then again, if your review is based on telling someone else, who provided PLENTY of explanation in his review (which is what you're supposed to do), that he is wrong....just go home… Expand
  12. PlaySphereDE
    Feb 21, 2013
    6
    Omerta: City of Gangsters is perhaps a bit overpriced, but everyone who is into the mafia setting and nice strategy titles will enjoy this. The visuals are still ok and because of the nice voice acting you can dive into the world of Omerta. For me Omerta: City of Gangsters is a fresh alternative to the stressy gaming life.
  13. YourNeighbour
    Mar 16, 2013
    6
    Generally an enjoyable game, the single player is reasonably fun, however the co-op does not seem to be what players were expecting; people were excepting co-op throughout the single player campaign more than just two mission maps.
  14. MonkeyNutts85
    May 4, 2013
    6
    Omerta was meant to be the new thing, it was meant to be something special with turn based combat using a birds eye view set up, but unfortunately the game was a big let down in my eyes. From the makers of Tropico you really expected something good. Instead what you got was a poorly build economic background which took time to set up, but once you had it working money because uselessOmerta was meant to be the new thing, it was meant to be something special with turn based combat using a birds eye view set up, but unfortunately the game was a big let down in my eyes. From the makers of Tropico you really expected something good. Instead what you got was a poorly build economic background which took time to set up, but once you had it working money because useless almost. The combat was the only thing that was interesting, but even that became very repetitive and predictable. The game was very short with levels pretty easy to complete.

    The storyline could of done with extending and more levels put in. The makers are now releasing expansion packs on a regular basis, but at £3.49+ a go you would really think these would be free as the game just lacked the content to begin with.
    Although the game was fun to play you quickly go in a routine on each level and it became boring quite quickly. It's a shame as the game had all the potential to be fun.    … Expand
  15. Keychain
    Nov 1, 2013
    7
    A really interesting game that's sort of a mixture between Tropico and XCOM, with the setting of Mafia 2 or L.A. Noire. There's city and economy management, as well as turn-based combat. You can raid bars, bribe the police, gain the trust of other independent businesses and buy them out, be a black man and nail gangsters over the head with a baseball bat, and all sorts of cool stuff. YouA really interesting game that's sort of a mixture between Tropico and XCOM, with the setting of Mafia 2 or L.A. Noire. There's city and economy management, as well as turn-based combat. You can raid bars, bribe the police, gain the trust of other independent businesses and buy them out, be a black man and nail gangsters over the head with a baseball bat, and all sorts of cool stuff. You can be both liked and feared by the city, both are necessary for the best possible experience. Like rating means the city will respect you more, and be willing to coordinate with you. Fear rating means the city will fear you, and will sell you things for cheaper pricers and will give in to your threats.

    A very unique game that's not without its flaws, but manages to take two good types of games and make it into something else that's also good.    … Expand
  16. SL539
    Dec 26, 2015
    6
    This game highly lacks.. Stuff. There isn't a whole lot to do, only six maps all of which are very small and only a few action maps (where the combat takes place.) Many reviews claim it lacks in technicalities but I think it all works out great, it just lacks content. This game especially isn't worth anything over $20, it's crazy to think that this was a $60 game. It just isn't there itThis game highly lacks.. Stuff. There isn't a whole lot to do, only six maps all of which are very small and only a few action maps (where the combat takes place.) Many reviews claim it lacks in technicalities but I think it all works out great, it just lacks content. This game especially isn't worth anything over $20, it's crazy to think that this was a $60 game. It just isn't there it feels like a browser game honestly. Sandbox mode is horrible, you're best off just sandboxing in the campaign - because in sandbox mode, even though you may have everything set to easy some how the rival gang takes over the city within minutes and it's a pain to expand as they already have everything and the minute you establish something they take it over. A little more customization would've been nice as well on your character.

    If it had more content, larger map and just an overall enhancement to everything this game would be great. The soundtrack is awesome as is the setting, gameplay and even the combat is pretty well done once you get the hang of it. It is a fun game to casually relax and play, works at your own pace and is pretty laid back with relaxing music to jive to so it is initially fun but after awhile you'll start to see how much it lacks and what it could've been then it just makes you sad and want to stop playing. Hell even the voice acting is amazing and so are the graphics, honestly it's probably some of the best voice acting I've heard.

    Not recommended unless you get this game for under $10 or free.    … Expand
  17. dragonhold24
    Aug 10, 2017
    7
    Just a little above generic.
    -Story gameplay is decent. Multiplayer and Sandbox is not.
    -Repetitive gameplay structure, luckily there are different objectives that fit lore for each story mission. It is repetitious that for each mission the most basic objective of Earning Money has to be rebuilt from scratch. There are around 30 such story missions, therefore, 30 times doing roughly the    Just a little above generic.
    -Story gameplay is decent. Multiplayer and Sandbox is not.
    -Repetitive gameplay structure, luckily there are different objectives that fit lore for each story mission.
    It is repetitious that for each mission the most basic objective of Earning Money has to be rebuilt from scratch. There are around 30 such story missions, therefore, 30 times doing roughly the same thing. Should include a system where an Empire can be created and a portion of revenue can be drawn from other districts.
    -All perks gained by Leveling Up only pertains to combat.
    -Very little strategy in combat. Combat is boring.
    -No loot system in combat section. Ex1: During bank heist, there is no option to grab any of the mountain of gold bricks.
    Ex2: During an enemy's business Raid there is no option to crack the safe.
    -During these combat sections, characters should wear a mask.
    -There is no Stealth capacity in the combat sections! This game forces you to murder scores of cops, but the heat meter only raises +1 by one point.
    -Loading times. There is a Load for every Save and AutoSave.
    +Can skip all the logo screens at startup.
    +Music adds a cultural atmosphere.
    +Each Character has a unique voice actor adding a semblance of personality to static portraits.

    Overall, there could have been a lot more strategy implemented in both the overworld and combat sections. The result seems too "Gamified". There should have been an empire management component added to the mission select screen. Playing games such as GTA, one can't help but get tired of being "sheep" that moves on behalf of somebody else's whim. Games such as this are refreshing and I look forward to any new releases in this mob boss genre of games.    … Expand
  18. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    6
    Très perfectible au niveau de la partie gestion mais assez réussi dans sa partie combat au tour par tour (bien que n'égalant pas Xcom...), Omerta demeure sympathique avec une bonne ambiance (la Prohibition...), des musiques d'époque pas soûlantes et des graphismes plutôt mignons. La VF est soignée, ce qui ne mange pas de pain.

    Malgré les défauts de gestion, la campagne se laisse    Très perfectible au niveau de la partie gestion mais assez réussi dans sa partie combat au tour par tour (bien que n'égalant pas Xcom...), Omerta demeure sympathique avec une bonne ambiance (la Prohibition...), des musiques d'époque pas soûlantes et des graphismes plutôt mignons. La VF est soignée, ce qui ne mange pas de pain.

    Malgré les défauts de gestion, la campagne se laisse parcourir sans se forcer et demeure bien construite. J'espérais mieux tout de même de l'ensemble, car les mécaniques d'Omerta sont solides mais son manque de finition le laisse encore loin de la référence du genre, à savoir l'indétrônable Xcom... dommage !    … Expand

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 41
  3. Negative: 12 out of 41
  1. PC Master (Greece)
    Jun 10, 2013
    60
    Despite its elaborate nature, Omerta does not offer a great deal of variety, while giving the impression of a 10-hour-long tutorial, constantly guiding the player. Such a repetitive game will not take long to get tiresome. [March 2013]
  2. The Digital Fix
    Apr 11, 2013
    50
    Best avoided by anyone seeking a real challenge or keen to get their teeth into some serious multiplayer gaming!
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  3. Games.cz
    Apr 9, 2013
    40
    A promising concept of managerial and turn-based strategy from the Prohibition in the United States era. However, its realisation is unfortunate. From the managerial point of view the game is too long, reminding Waiting for Godot. Entertaining fights are subsequently killed by repeating locations and unpolished cover system.
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