
Blackthorn Arena is a strategy/management sim with a real-time/turn based combat system, set in a world of mythical monsters and classic fantasy races. Play as the master of Blackthorn Arena, train your slaves into gladiators, forge them into your champions, and send them to fight for your glory!
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游戏的基本操作系统的BUG都没修,更别说其他的东西了,一坨屎
Have audio problem? Look below how to fix it! Although I list much more cons than pros, this game is still worth to play, definitely. Why is 1-handed and shield style sabotaged?? It could have been a great game, a classic even. But there is this feeling everywhere that the development was abandoned too soon, polishing wasn't done. Hence I won't give it a thumb up. At times the game irritated me a lot, but it also had that "one more turn" charm. If you don't have audio when starting game again, delete config.ini in the Windows user folder AppData\LocalLow\PersonaeGames\BlackthornArena\Config. When missing, the game will recreate it when it starts, and you have audio again. This problem apparently troubles only us who don't have an English speaking country chosen in Windows settings. Cons: 1. The main hand weapon (sword/axe/hammer) in shield & weapon combination is useless. It's a tank whose all weapon skills are shield skills. Yes, shield is your damage weapon in that case: you can't use one-handed weapon skills if you have shield equipped! Your sword/axe/hammer is just decoration if you use shield. Just NO! That is a classic medieval style. You ruined it. 2. Pathfinding and A.I. of your gladiators are just very poorly done. You can micromanage it somewhat, but their bad A.I. does its best to sabotage the microing. I guess the developers were in too much hurry out, that they didn't even try to fix it, because just giving a "stop/guard" command (just heard there might be a button to make to stop the gladiator, just in a place not easy to notice) and allowing microing their path, target and skills ALWAYS when in paused mode, would have helped so much. But now 50% of the time you are in wrong mode, and cannot select path, target and skills. And your gladiators suicide themselves running again and again into the same traps, and get stuck behind everything, even their own team mates. 3. How the game unfolds and balance were both badly planned. Now early game is boring because many other arenas will not accept your gladiators, and you don't have the side quests which open later in game. Playing the game anew the early game is even more boring than first time. The competing arena masters get much better skilled gladiators than you do: they can alone wipe out your whole gladiator team: you start with level 1 gladiators, they have plenty of level 6 - 8 gladiators from the start. Later game same happens again: suddenly competing arena masters get champions, who although same level as your gladiators, can alone kill your whole team: your gladiators aren't nearly a match. This "cheating" leaves a bad taste to mouth and again makes many games a suicide for your gladiator team, reducing your options big time. Rather than a challenge, it's a kick between your legs. 4. The user interface is just very clumsy. Trying to find the right spot to click to open the loot window from a dead body, and trying to select whom your gladiator should attack and which skill to use, were among my biggest reason of irritation in the game. Also not being able to change the view angle, parts of the arena and quest maps your gladiators and their enemies disappeared from sight or selecting them was impossible. These are not impossible to solve issues, but somehow polishing was left undone. 5. There are different damage types, but all armors give pretty much same protection against all of them. There also are no alternative armors to choose: there is just different level armors, that you get to buy later. You could as well have only one damage type. Again this feels like something that was planned, but was completely left undeveloped feature. Pros: 1) it doesn't look bad. The gladiator school looks pretty nice when you go to walk in there in avatar mode. Also the gladiators can be made to look OK. Don't expect popular multiplayer character quality, you don't get that. You can also have your busty gladiator girls, thanks to the developers being from East Asia. 2) It has that "one more turn" charm. Building your gladiator team is fun and tournaments are nail biters. Despite all the irritations, I played it a lot, and I am so sad that the polish is missing. Note, I have not played all the hours the game has been on. Closing the game would mean I would need to delete the config-file again, so the game just was always on 24/7. Played 3 games, a bit past the Spring Games.
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Languages: English*, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Korean*languages with full audio support
Hours played at review time, across 801 reviews with recorded playtime.
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怪怪的,就这样吧。只有mod能拯救这个游戏了。
变身后禁用是什么意思啊,所以技能都不能学
As a gamer who's always been drawn to complex management and tactical challenges, I was eager to dive into "Blackthorn Arena." And I must say, it's a game that both delights and frustrates, offering a unique blend of strengths and weaknesses. Pros: Grueling Arena Management: "Blackthorn Arena" is not for the faint-hearted. It thrives on offering a deeply immersive arena management experience. You'll find yourself juggling gladiator training, equipment upgrades, and even the politics of your empire. Tactical Combat Excellence: The tactical combat system is where "Blackthorn Arena" truly shines. It's a constant test of your strategic prowess, requiring you to plan and adapt your fighters' tactics on the fly. There's nothing quite as satisfying as watching your carefully crafted plans unfold in the arena. Intriguing Lore and Choices: The game's dark and intricate storyline keeps you invested. The choices you make affect not only your gladiators' fates but the fate of the empire itself. This narrative depth adds an extra layer of enjoyment. Unparalleled Customization: "Blackthorn Arena" grants you an incredible degree of control over your gladiators and the design of your arena. The feeling of crafting a unique gladiatorial business is truly rewarding. Dev Commitment: The development team's consistent updates and improvements are commendable. It's clear that they are dedicated to enhancing the game based on player feedback. Cons: Steep Learning Curve: Be warned, "Blackthorn Arena" has a steep learning curve. This complexity can be daunting for newcomers to the genre, and a more comprehensive tutorial would go a long way. Early Access Concerns: At the time of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the game was in Early Access. Early Access titles may have occasional bugs or incomplete features, which can be frustrating. However, the developer's ongoing work provides hope for the game's future. Potential Overcomplexity: For those who prefer streamlined experiences, the game's deep mechanics might be overwhelming. It can be challenging to keep up with all the intricacies, and the game might benefit from simplifying some aspects. In conclusion, "Blackthorn Arena" is a diamond in the rough, offering a unique fusion of arena management and tactical combat. Its complexity and depth are its standout features, but they come with a learning curve that's not for everyone. As an Early Access title, it has its share of quirks, but the developer's dedication shines through in their continuous improvements. With further refinement, "Blackthorn Arena" could be a must-play for those who appreciate complex strategy and customization. Como jugador que siempre se ha sentido atraído por los desafíos de gestión compleja y táctica, estaba ansioso por sumergirme en "Blackthorn Arena". Y debo decir que es un juego que tanto deleita como frustra, ofreciendo una mezcla única de fortalezas y debilidades. Pros: Gestión Desafiante de la Arena: "Blackthorn Arena" no es para los débiles de corazón. Prospera al ofrecer una experiencia de gestión de arena profundamente inmersiva. Te verás equilibrando el entrenamiento de gladiadores, mejoras de equipo e incluso la política de tu imperio. Excelencia en el Combate Táctico: El sistema de combate táctico es donde "Blackthorn Arena" brilla verdaderamente. Es una constante prueba de tu destreza estratégica, requiriendo que planifiques y adaptes las tácticas de tus luchadores sobre la marcha. No hay nada tan satisfactorio como ver cómo se desarrollan tus planes cuidadosamente elaborados en la arena. Trama Intrigante y Decisiones: La oscura e intrincada historia del juego te mantiene involucrado. Las decisiones que tomas afectan no solo el destino de tus gladiadores, sino el destino del imperio mismo. Esta profundidad narrativa agrega una capa adicional de disfrute. Personalización Inigualable: "Blackthorn Arena" te otorga un control increíble sobre tus gladiadores y el diseño de tu arena. La sensación de crear un negocio de gladiadores único es verdaderamente gratificante. Compromiso del Desarrollador: Las actualizaciones y mejoras constantes del equipo de desarrollo son dignas de elogio. Está claro que están dedicados a mejorar el juego basándose en los comentarios de los jugadores. Contras: Curva de Aprendizaje Pronunciada: Ten en cuenta que "Blackthorn Arena" tiene una curva de aprendizaje pronunciada. Esta complejidad puede resultar desalentadora para los recién llegados al género, y un tutorial más completo sería de gran ayuda. Preocupaciones en el Acceso Anticipado: En el momento de mi última actualización de conocimientos en septiembre de 2021, el juego estaba en Acceso Anticipado. Los juegos de Acceso Anticipado pueden tener errores ocasionales o características incompletas, lo que puede ser frustrante. Sin embargo, el compromiso del desarrollador brilla a través de su trabajo continuo. Posible Sobrecomplejidad: Para aquellos que prefieren experiencias más simplificadas, las mecánicas profundas del juego pueden resultar abrumadoras. Puede ser difícil mantenerse al día con todas las complejidades, y el juego podría beneficiarse de simplificar algunos aspectos. En conclusión, "Blackthorn Arena" es una joya en bruto, que ofrece una fusión única de gestión de arenas y combate táctico. Su complejidad y profundidad son sus características destacadas, pero vienen con una curva de aprendizaje que no es para todos. Como título de Acceso Anticipado, tiene sus peculiaridades, pero la dedicación del desarrollador se refleja en sus continuas mejoras. Con un mayor refinamiento, "Blackthorn Arena" podría ser un juego imprescindible para aquellos que aprecian la estrategia compleja y la personalización.
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合格的电子蛐蛐,奈何制作组不当人子,BUG不修,圈钱跑路,嘲笑玩家。 只要是人干的事一件不做,除非游戏白给,否则不推荐后续玩家入库。
Dont spend your money in this game, for me it works 4 or 5 times, and now its over game is impossible to load........i ask on forum........no answer.......so dont waste you time on this game ........
update please want more content!!!!
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