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Kingdoms & Lords for iPhone

  • Free

  • In English
  • V 1.1.6
  • 5

    (6)
  • Security Status

Protect your kingdom in this simulation and battle game

Kingdoms & Lords is a free RPG developed by Gameloft that focuses on building a kingdom from the ground up and defending against menacing enemies that threaten your tranquil domain. This game melds strategy and turn-based combat within an immersive medieval setting, offering captivating city-building dynamics.

As you venture into Kingdoms & Lords, the serenity of your rural village is abruptly shattered by the Barbarian threat. With war looming over your realm, your task is to fortify your village and prepare your military forces. However, a dire twist unfolds as the dreaded Dark King resurfaces, unleashing an invasion that sweeps across the entire continent.

What's Kingdoms & Lords about?

If you enjoy games like Clash of Clans and Castle Clash then you'll like Kingdoms & Lords. Your mission is essentially to protect your village from attack from evil invaders. You achieve this by not only fortifying your kingdom with barracks, soldiers, and stables but also by attacking your enemy. The turn-based battles in this game are fun to play, if not very original. 

Choose which types of warriors to send in (swordsmen, axemen, spearmen, etc.) and use their skills accordingly. There are magic spells you can cast to assist you. Unfortunately, magic potions, soldiers, buildings and the like don't come for free. You can obtain them either by collecting taxes or unlocking achievements. Eventually, though, you'll find yourself having to part with real cash if you want to keep playing at a steady pace. 

Both the strategy and battle modes in the game are pretty easy to grasp, especially if you've played this type of game before. If not, your virtual guide, Lisa, will run you through the processes of constructing and battling so you don't get lost. The game controls themselves can be a bit fiddly given the very small size of all the buttons and icons.  

Mechanics and general appeal of the game

In Kingdoms & Lords, players must deftly manage and evolve their medieval stronghold, honing their strategy to thrive in a competitive landscape. The key to dominion is optimizing production and aligning resources and activities to generate extra revenue. It's not just about keeping the coffers full; efficient production leads to surplus revenue that can be strategically reinvested to fortify the kingdom's prosperity and longevity.

With the economy secured, attention shifts to military prowess. Investment in the growth and armament of the army is essential for protecting the kingdom's interests. Players must not only focus on strengthening their forces and upgrading their weapons but also on the strategic elements of defense and warfare. By doing so, players protect their domain, overcome rival forces in epic battles, and capture resources that will ensure their kingdom not only survives but thrives.

In the visual aspect, the game features bright and colorful graphics with plenty of detail. From the realistic buildings in the town to the fun effects of the battle sequences, the game feels very much alive. Additionally, the game's audio system aptly creates the medieval atmosphere of the game. The sound effects help set the scene, especially the twittering bird song, which adds some tranquility amid all the fighting. 

The verdict

Kingdoms & Lords presents an engaging blend of strategy and RPG elements that cater to fans of base-building and tactical combat games. While it features intricate gameplay, the integration of a guided tutorial system makes the game accessible enough to newcomers to the genre. Players looking for an immersive battle game may find satisfaction here, provided they navigate the in-app purchase model with mindfulness. 

In Kingdoms & Lords, the peace and quiet of your rural village are shattered by the threat of Barbarian forces. With war upon your region, you must build up your village and train your militia. But, things take a turn for the worst: The Dark King has returned to power, invading every territory across the continent...

A DUAL GENRE: SIMULATION AND STRATEGY

• A strategy game: raise an army and attack your neighbors. Hire/train/grow your army to
prepare them for combat.

• A medieval simulation: expand lands, cultivate crops and raise animals to get money and food. Enjoy a rich production system to build your kingdom.

LET YOUR FRIENDS JOIN THE FUN

• Challenge your friends by launching your troops against their lines of defense and see
who has the best army!

• Forge alliances, rescue their units, and send them unique gifts.

A TRUE ECONOMY TO MANAGE ON A DAILY BASIS

• Optimize your production system and get extra revenue

• Upgrade your buildings, unlock new ones and enhance your capabilities

• Invest to grow your army to upgrade their weapons

• Protect your kingdom, defeat rival armies and steal their resources.

PROS

  • Bright, colorful graphics
  • Fun mix of gameplay types
  • Helpful tutorials

CONS

  • Very hard to progress without in-app purchase

Also available in other platforms

Program available in other languages


Kingdoms & Lords for iPhone

  • Free

  • In English
  • V 1.1.6
  • 5

    (6)
  • Security Status


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