Comments on: Rolling Into Battle with Shadow Kingdoms of Valeria

By: Jessica

Jessica — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 01:55:41 +0000

In reply to David. You're welcome, and thanks for stopping by! I hope I made it clear that this is an awesome multiplayer game, and the solo mode just didn't work for me. It got me thinking a lot, though, and this is a game that will be sticking around to play with my husband. Appreciate all the work that went into the game!

By: David

David — Sat, 01 Jan 2022 19:45:13 +0000

Thanks for the blog post, Jessica. I’m sorry you did not find the solo model engaging but I’m cheered that multiplayer went over better. Have fun!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 20:28:55 +0000

In reply to Phegnax. Nice to have someone share similar thoughts! I went in hoping for a great experience, and I keep looking back at these photos thinking how nice it looked on the table. Solo opponents might be even harder to create if a game isn't designed for solo right from the start. I applaud any who have made any halfway decent solo modes over the years! I'll likely be exploring more and considering randomness and unpredictability. There will likely be more to consider, and it should be an interesting journey! Thanks for stopping by!

By: Phegnax

Phegnax — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 13:27:09 +0000

The whole part about the random A.I. had me writing a some paragraphs bout A.I. and why it is so hard to make an A.I. for board games, that are not random and yet not predictable. But then I realized that it’s inconsequential.
So instead, I’m glad that you brought light on the shortcomings of the solo mode. But also on the positive sides of this game.
I watched the tower dice video, when I came out and was disappointed for the exact same reasons you mentioned.