Oct 2021
Welcome, fellow gamers, to the land of Iron Harvest, where mechs stomp, and infantry just try not to trip over their own feet! Set in a world of alternate history 1920+ (because why stick to boring early 20th-century history?), think of it as World War I... but with more steam-powered robots. It's like if the Serious Sam franchise had a fever dream and decided to invade the world of strategy games. Grab your cocoa, and let’s dive in!
Now, if you're a fan of strategy games (which you should be if you're reading this), Iron Harvest throws you into battle with a handful of charmingly quirky factions: the resilient Polanian forces, the technologically ambitious Rusviet, and the aggressively efficient Saxonians. Each has its own campaign, allowing you to hop from one historical mishap to another with robots serving as glorified lawn ornaments… err, war machines. Gameplay is your classic RTS fare: capture points, gather resources, and send your mechs into the fray while hopefully avoiding a disastrous case of friendly fire. And trust me, as I personally discovered, putting a hefty mech in the way of an enemy tank is about as effective as throwing a pillow at a charging rhino. You control everything from quirky infantry units, who might just trip over a rock, to heavy-hitting mechs whose biggest issue is the fundamental design flaw of lacking coffee breaks. Each mission tries hard to keep your interest, from rescue missions involving heroic young girls… yes, Anna, we’re looking at you! … to blowing stuff up because, well, why not? Also, don’t forget the multiplayer mode where you can frustrate your friends by strategically placing sniper units on rooftops while they scramble around like headless chickens. Teamwork makes the dream work, folks!
Visually, Iron Harvest feels like a love letter to the dieselpunk aesthetic. It's as if someone took the beautiful industrial scenes from a history book and gave them a delightful makeover. The world is richly detailed, with gorgeous environments while the mechs lumber around like grandparents fighting over the last biscuit at a tea party. You’ll frequently find yourself admiring the splendid landscapes—or hurling your controller out of frustration when a giant mech gets stuck on a fence. Seriously, fences are the real enemy here! But it’s not all sunshine and mech-hugging; some textures can feel a bit rough, and you may sometimes catch your units doing their best imitation of a modern art piece, all while glitching through walls. Who knew they were such hipsters?
In conclusion, Iron Harvest is a delightful addition to the RTS genre, packing a punch with its unique setting, engaging gameplay, and charming visuals. Whether you’re piloting mechs into battle or strategizing under intense pressure, you'll be entertained and occasionally bewildered. Just remember: you’re not just fighting against your opponents; you’re also trying to outsmart that pesky fence! So, gather your forces, choose your faction, and let the harvest of chaos begin! Final score? 8.5/10. Why? Because who wouldn’t want to crush their enemies under mechanical feet while simultaneously admiring the beauty of an alternate 1920s landscape? Just don’t forget to check for fences!
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