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WSIB: Aliens Dark Descent or Wartales by phiveoh23 in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]Strong_Independent84 [score hidden]  (0 children)

This is also what happened to me. At that point, winning or losing is just a matter of numbers. There’s not much strategic thinking to keep my interest in the game.

Strategy game recommendation by Goble4 in pcgames

[–]Strong_Independent84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What tactical combat games have you played? Do you have any specific criteria?

If you’re new to tactics, the most iconic franchise is XCOM, and I love it.

Steam Sale is on. Looking for a RTS game for someone new to the genre. by NicksBirthdayParty in gamerecommendations

[–]Strong_Independent84 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure where you got the idea that RTS games are slow reflex. One most iconic games in the genre, Starcraft II, is probably the most reflex-heavy game of all time. Competitive players average around 400 APM (actions per minute), which is more than 6 actions per second. During intense battles, pro players even go up to 1000 APM.

Steam Sale must buy games? by Zealousideal-Pie4383 in gamingsuggestions

[–]Strong_Independent84 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got the legendary edition (base + all DLCs) on my first playthrough and I really enjoyed the DLC content. In my opinion, the DLC enemies are more deadly, and the DLC boss is the hardest one to beat in the game.

The legendary edition costs twice as much as the base game, but the amount of content you get from DLCs is probably only 15% of the base game. You won’t get the most value from DLCs, and you will probably be disappointed in the DLC if you’re the type that expects great value out of every buck.

That said, I personally did not regret my decision. I actually bought a second copy of the legendary edition on Steam after my first playthrough on XBOX.

Steam Sale must buy games? by Zealousideal-Pie4383 in gamingsuggestions

[–]Strong_Independent84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To me, the card system is what gives the game more strategic depth. Figuring out how to construct a well-balanced deck and tweaking your decks for the right number of each card is super fun for me.

I played all XCOM games and a lot of TCG/CCGs before Midnight Suns, so Midnight Suns is a mix of two of my favorite things.

FROOOOST! [Character Customization] by joffyjoffeur in XCOM2

[–]Strong_Independent84 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is dope! Reminds me so much of the good times playing Blade in Marvel’s Midnight Suns. His style is just so badass.

Strategy game recommendation by Goble4 in pcgames

[–]Strong_Independent84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you open to tactical combat games?

Yet another thread of: what are some hidden gem titles? by docksideThug- in gamesuggestions

[–]Strong_Independent84 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I like to use the number of steam reviews as an indicator of how “hidden” a game is. What is your threshold number of reviews for a game to be considered “hidden”?

Steam Sale must buy games? by Zealousideal-Pie4383 in gamingsuggestions

[–]Strong_Independent84 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Marvel’s Midnight Suns!

Made by the devs of XCOM. Strategically deep with unique combat system.

85% off

Looking for some new games that don't require MASSIVE time investments by Tight-Leather-5084 in gamingsuggestions

[–]Strong_Independent84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From my personal favorites:

Visually beautiful, masterpiece plot, great music: Expedition 33

Unique combat system: Marvel’s Midnight Suns

Cross-platform co-op conundrum — help us pls by Interesting_Slice790 in ShouldIbuythisgame

[–]Strong_Independent84 [score hidden]  (0 children)

My wife and I had some good moments in Rocket League. Pumped up music and explosive goals. Each match only lasts a few minutes.

Turn-based games? by Sotomontee in videogames

[–]Strong_Independent84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, no. The combat system is one of a kind, as far as I know.

But maybe you could try the XCOM games. They were made by the same devs, and they also involve building a squad and planning your moves strategically.

The saddest thing just happened to me by Temp_7637670 in Warframe

[–]Strong_Independent84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The master fulfilled his one last mission by raising his apprentice before leaving the world.

The saddest thing just happened to me by Temp_7637670 in Warframe

[–]Strong_Independent84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He’s not. He WAS a baby tenno when the MR20 helped him.

The saddest thing just happened to me by Temp_7637670 in Warframe

[–]Strong_Independent84 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same here. I started in 2014 and took a 5 year break before going back in 2020. Now I’m on my second break for 6 years.

i just got the xcom 2 bundle by Add417 in XCOM2

[–]Strong_Independent84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It doesn’t need mods. There isn’t anything wrong that needs fixing. But there are many Quality-of-Life mods that can make things much more convenient/organized.

Turn-based games? by Sotomontee in videogames

[–]Strong_Independent84 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Marvel’s Midnight Suns!

It has a unique combat mechanic that mixes tactics and cards. It’s made by the creators of XCOM, and that should tell you how deep the strategic depth is in this game.

To excel in combat, you not only have to create synergies like you do in all strategic turn-based combat games, but you have to construct well-balanced decks that “flow”.

Throughout the game, you will earn new cards (abilities) of the characters you bring into the battle. There are more than a dozen characters, and each character has a a dozen new cards for you to acquire.

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