![]() While a lack of local multiplayer is disappointing, the solo and online play still makes for a masterful blend of video game and board game ideas.Īt the heart of the randomly generated game board is the ailing corrupted king and his castle. I’ve played board games similar to Armello, but the trick is that since it’s a video game, it allows for more complex systems and mechanics to happen behind the scenes, making for a deep, engaging experience. ![]() If you’ve read this far, I can assume you’re interested, so let me say it as plainly as possible: Armello is perhaps the most detailed and well-designed entry in its genre that I’ve ever played, and you should probably stop reading and buy it right now.I knew Armello had board game influences going into playing it, but I didn’t quite realize how wholly a board game transformed into a video game it was. At the end of the day, Armello is a game with lofty goals to redefine a genre that has set a new bar, for me at least, for what a digital board game can - and should - be. Players who prefer to battle against friends can pool together for some savings, too, with the $59.99 four-pack. While the $19.99 price on Steam may seem steep, it’s more than fair for the detail that’s gone into it. Deep gameplay and a wide variety of characters, victory conditions, and more, there’s a ton to dive into that’s all wrapped in a gorgeous package. ![]() With so much to offer and such a great presentation, it’s hard for me not to consider Armello a must-buy for anyone with even a passing interest in digital board games or innovative RPGs.
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