Empire Of The Ants Launches To Decent Reviews On Xbox & Beyond

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Chad

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Nov 6, 2024

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"Empire of the Ants" launched on November 7, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X. The game has received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its unique premise, visuals, and gameplay.

Here are a few of the critics' opinions about Empire of the Ants so far:

COGconnected (9/10) - Reviewed The Xbox Version

"Empire of the Ants is an excellent game. This is one of those games that seemingly come out of nowhere but will likely be a beloved favourite for many gamers for years to come. While a lot of these gameplay aspects have been seen before in other games, the way they're included here, through the eyes of an ant, can be quite unique."

GameReactor (8/10)

"While there are areas for improvement, such as the repetitive soundtrack and limited unit options in multiplayer, the game's impressive visuals, realistic sound effects, and varied story missions make it a memorable entry in the RTS genre."

God is a Geek (7.5/10)

"Empire of the Ants is a true celebration of our natural world that just happens to be disguised as a real time strategy game. It's a more simplistic approach to the genre but has more heart than I would ever have imagined and I've found myself actually caring about the survival, the ups and the downs, and the stories told of the adventures of 103,683rd."

Push Square (6/10)

"It can't decide if it wants to be an RTS or a platformer, so both areas feel like they're not achieving their full potential. The presentation is gorgeous and it's enjoyable thinking about the smaller creatures in our world differently, but Empire of the Ants tries to be too much at once."

Key points:

1. Developed by Tower Five and published by Microids
2. Based on Bernard Werber's book
3. 20-hour story campaign
4. RTS gameplay with elements of stealth and platforming
5. Stunning visuals depicting a miniature insect world
6. Orchestral soundtrack enhancing the gaming experience
7. Simplified RTS controls adapted well for console play

Reviews highlight the game's beautiful environments, engaging gameplay loop, and attention to detail in recreating the insect world. The game received a score of 7.5/10 from GodisaGeek.com, praising it as a "true celebration of our natural world."

While the game has been well-received overall, some minor issues were noted, such as occasional camera instability and control challenges related to the 360-degree freedom of movement.

"Empire of the Ants" offers a unique RTS experience that stands out for its commitment to its central concept, providing an engaging and thought-provoking game for strategy fans and those interested in nature-themed games.