Evil Genius

Slow paced, nearly impossible to complete without guides, multiple gaming breaking bugs, frequent crashes, yet when everything clicks together it's so much fun and so damn addictive. A rough gem from a simpler time.

I replay this gem once in a few years. It's one of those games that just hit all the right spots. Much better than EG2. 2 mods you absolutely needs for QoL improvemens: * Resolution Fix * Unofficial Evil Genius Patch by Planet Evil Don't alt-tab, it will crash the game. Also remember to save often.

One of the first games I remember playing until well past midnight when it was released. That was when I had to use a CD to launch the game. Picking it up on Steam, the idea was to revisit those memories of good times gone. Instead I end up with frequent CTDs. And I forgot how annoying it is to get money. I'm sure there's a patch that will fix this game for modern systems. But that point of friction alongside the cash issue makes this game sit in the purgatory space of my library to be forgotten.

[b]Merits:[/b] ▪ Original concept ▪ Decent graphics for the time ▪ Funny animations [b]Flaws:[/b] ▪ Low resolution textures & models ▪ Dumb AI ▪ Tedious progression [b]Verdict:[/b] I love the idea of the game and enjoyed it back in the day, but it did not hold up well. It has that Austin Powers/No One Lives Forever vibe with their signature quirky humour. The gameplay is a mix of Dungeon Keeper and a typical board game. Unfortunately, progression is slow and tedious, thus it overstays its welcome. Since Steam does not have a neutral rating, I will recommend it, but take it with a pinch of salt. [b]Rating:[/b] ★★★☆☆ - Above Average

Building a secret volcano lair has never felt more right. Evil Genius scratches that supervillain itch in a way nothing else really does: managing your minions, setting up traps and watching secret agents stumble into your elaborate death rooms is genuinely satisfying. It's not perfect and the pacing can drag a bit mid game. This game is lowkey a hidden gem that deserves way more attention than it gets. If you've ever wanted to live out your world domination fantasy while micromanaging a bunch of hapless henchmen, this is it chief. [b][8/10][/b]

So campy and fun. I remember playing this game to death when I had the CD-ROM version and I've played the Steam version even more than that. That said, I cannot recommend the use of guides and the unofficial patch enough, as this game can be obtuse at times and straight up broken at others. When it's working on a technical level, though, you will find a game with a ton of style, humor, and replayability.

It is a very unique concept it is done very well the humor is very on point and is filled with tiny details Certainly a game that will let you flex your creative muscles have a bit of malign fun and still holds up despite its age. Truly A game that I hope receives a successor one day (Looks over shoulder) A different successor

Sadly enough 2 did not cut it

This is a classic that will always be a fun play. it stands up to todays games imo.

Amazing game! One of the funniest games I've ever played. Used to play it as a teenager, nice to play it again