[b] The pros: [/b] An impressive quantity of choices, presented as visually-appealing cards, that drive forward an intriguing storyline with entertaining dialogue and amusing sound effects. [b] The cons: [/b] Certain RNG events are very frustrating and can feel implausible given preceding choices. If you're a completionist, be prepared to rely heavily on chance rather than skill. [b] The unexpected: [/b] A minority of cards require multiple, specific prerequisite choices to be made, which are very unlikely to naturally chain together in the necessary way without prior knowledge of what choices to make and when. [b] The summary: [/b] Experience the life of a medieval monarch who is required to make lots of decisions with plenty of risk. In doing so, embrace the inevitability of experiencing unpleasant deaths - again, and again, and again...
Reigns
- Release Date:
- Aug 11, 2016
- Metacritic:
- 77
- Developer:
- Nerial
- Publisher:
- Devolver Digital
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
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About This Game
Collector's Edition

About the Game
Sit on the throne as a benevolent (or malevolent) medieval monarch of the modern age and swipe your royal controller either left or right to impose your will upon the kingdom. Survive the seemingly never-ending gauntlet of requests from your advisors, peasants, allies, and enemies while maintaining balance between the influential factions of your kingdom. But beware; each decision you make might have implications and unfortunate consequences down the road that could put your reign and family’s dynasty at risk!
An Unpredictable Kingdom: Each year of your reign brings another important – seemingly random – request from your unpredictable kingdom as you strive for balance between the church, the people, the army, and the treasury. Prudent decisions and careful planning make for a long reign but unforeseen motivations, surprise events, and poor luck can take down even the most entrenched monarch.
Dynasty Expansion: Extend your reign as long as possible, forge alliances, make enemies, and find new ways to die as your dynasty marches along through the ages. Some events will span on centuries, with an intrigue involving burning witches, scientific enlightenment, wicked politics and, maybe, the Devil himself.
Royal Challenges: Achieve specific goals set before you at the start of your reign to cement your legacy and unlock new cards and content within the kingdom.
Eclectic Presentation: An inspiring score from Disasterpeace compliment elegant gameplay and a bold art direction for a sublime experience as you rule over your people.
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User Reviews
Gets repetitive very fast. Too arcady for my taste as well
I wish there was a 'meh.' option - I really enjoyed the concept and simplicity of the game. It's not hard to learn, but it is hard to master. I didn't quite get the mechanics of some of the choices; and it can get pretty repetitive the longer you play it. I recommend Reigns as a fun distraction, but it didn't really keep me enthralled for longer than a few hours until I got overwhelmed by having to make so many decisions.
Charming and addictive, but going for the 'All the Cards' achievement will make you the one running madly in the dark
Stuck blindfolded running arbitrarily towards or away from voices left and right (no difference), like I was stuck in a loop on a dinner with a foreign warrior, or blundering through a dungeon, or fighting a totally random duel... When the left/right swipe corresponds to left/right on the screen, the control is inverted. Except, the result is so random, sometimes I think it's implemented the other way?
Moderate fun in casual decision making
cult game. played it on iphone and decide to support devs on steam too. recommend to try it everyone
System Requirements
Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 or later
FAQ
How much does Reigns cost?
Reigns costs $125.00.
What are the system requirements for Reigns?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 or later
What platforms is Reigns available on?
Reigns is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is Reigns worth buying?
Reigns has 78% positive reviews from 18 players. Metacritic score: 77/100.
When was Reigns released?
Reigns was released on Aug 11, 2016.
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