Reviewing (mostly) every game (or DLC) in my library, part 132: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆☆☆ (7/10) [i]The War for the West[/i] is a sprawling, text-based political fantasy RPG where you take on the role of a young noble navigating court intrigue, war, love, and betrayal. You make decisions that influence your people, army, treasury, and reputation—and ultimately the fate of your province and beyond. It’s one of the most impressively open-ended interactive fiction games out there. The sheer range of choices—from marrying into powerful dynasties to secretly joining death cults—is staggering. But it’s also a game that suffers from its ambition. The presentation is spartan, the mechanics are often opaque, and the pacing can feel disjointed or even arbitrary at times. 🪶 [b] Pros: [/b] [list] [*] Massive freedom of roleplay. You can shape your noble however you like: idealist reformer, ruthless tyrant, cunning manipulator, mystic cultist. Few games of...
The War for the West
$7.99
- Release Date:
- Nov 14, 2019
- Developer:
- Hosted Games
- Publisher:
- Hosted Games
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
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About This Game
As the ruler of a province in the Western Peninsula, it will be expected of you to hold court and make yourself available to petitioners, settling disputes and delivering justice to the land and its inhabitants.
The War for the West is a grimdark 485,000 word interactive medieval fantasy novel by Lucas Zaper.
Among your duties will be to administer the money collected from taxes and see that it is well spent, be it in improvements to the local infrastructure or in purchasing personal objects and services. You will also need to manage your relationship with other powers and arrange a proper suitor for marriage, which will serve both to ensure the continuation of your lineage and consolidate your alliances.
But even if diplomacy fails, the military will always be at your command, ready to suppress rebellions and defend your fief against foreign invaders. To guarantee their supremacy in the field of battle, you must keep a steady flow of recruitment and enforce constant training.
Alas, not all problems can be dealt with by soft words and sharp blades. In such circumstances, one may find that there is little a few drops of poison or a well-placed agent cannot solve.
This all may appear overwhelming at first, but you will count with the assistance of your counselors, each with their own specialties. Their advice will prove invaluable as you navigate through the dangerous dynamics of the realm’s politics.
If you can keep their treachery in check, that is.
The War for the West is a grimdark 485,000 word interactive medieval fantasy novel by Lucas Zaper.
Among your duties will be to administer the money collected from taxes and see that it is well spent, be it in improvements to the local infrastructure or in purchasing personal objects and services. You will also need to manage your relationship with other powers and arrange a proper suitor for marriage, which will serve both to ensure the continuation of your lineage and consolidate your alliances.
But even if diplomacy fails, the military will always be at your command, ready to suppress rebellions and defend your fief against foreign invaders. To guarantee their supremacy in the field of battle, you must keep a steady flow of recruitment and enforce constant training.
Alas, not all problems can be dealt with by soft words and sharp blades. In such circumstances, one may find that there is little a few drops of poison or a well-placed agent cannot solve.
This all may appear overwhelming at first, but you will count with the assistance of your counselors, each with their own specialties. Their advice will prove invaluable as you navigate through the dangerous dynamics of the realm’s politics.
If you can keep their treachery in check, that is.
- Play as a Lord or a Lady, and find pleasure wherever you see fit.
- Fight in the open field, withstand a siege, join your enemy or avoid conflict entirely.
- Marry for love, power, or convenience, and use lovers to settle your lust if necessary.
- Bow to the church or defy it by joining the northern heresy or making your own religion.
- Uncover the secrets of your lineage and the ancient mysteries of the world, as well as many hidden endings.
- Make allies and enemies as you visit neighboring provinces and interact with other nobles.
- Decide over a vast number of random events that might happen as you hold court.
- Build your army and test it in battle against your enemies.
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User Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive
2 user reviews
100%
Positive
User #656750
english
41 hrs at review
User #714191
english
4 hrs at review
War for the West is a great simulation of a low-fantasy noble in a medieval setting, with many possible events and variations I've doubtlessly not even glimpsed of yet. I'd be surprised if a sequel comes out, due to the highly branching nature of the endings, but it'd be great to see!
System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7
Recommended
Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
FAQ
How much does The War for the West cost?
The War for the West costs $7.99.
What are the system requirements for The War for the West?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
What platforms is The War for the West available on?
The War for the West is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is The War for the West worth buying?
The War for the West has 100% positive reviews from 2 players.
When was The War for the West released?
The War for the West was released on Nov 14, 2019.
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