Total War: THREE KINGDOMS - Fates Divided Analysis on Niklas Notes

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Total War: THREE KINGDOMS - Fates Divided

DLC

(released 4 years ago)

CREATIVE ASSEMBLY

Feral Interactive (Mac)

Feral Interactive (Linux)

SEGA

TL;DR

It is a strategy game set in ancient China where players can choose to grow or oppose a powerful army. Players navigate a historical conflict between childhood friends turned rivals, Yuan Shao and Cao Cao, while managing various factions. This DLC introduces new mechanics, units, and playstyles to enhance the base game experience.

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Genres:

Action

Strategy

Tags:

Strategy

Action

Violent

Likely Inspirations:

Age of Empires II

Civilization VI

Crusader Kings II

Dynasty Warriors

Total War: Rome

Steam Review Analysis - Total (updated Feb 9, 2025, 1:09 PM)

Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.

Review Summary - 1,085

36%

Mostly Negative

401

272

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

The reviews for Total War: THREE KINGDOMS - Fates Divided reflect a mix of appreciation for new gameplay mechanics and characters, alongside significant frustration regarding bugs, balance issues, and perceived lack of content value. Players are eager for improvements and further content, indicating a strong interest in the game's potential despite its current shortcomings.

Strongly Positive

Positive

Gameplay Mechanics

Players appreciate the new mechanics introduced in the DLC, particularly those related to Cao Cao and Yuan Shao.

~6%

Content Value

Many players feel that the DLC offers good value, especially when considering the free updates that accompany it.

~3%

New Characters

The addition of new legendary characters and their unique mechanics is seen as a positive enhancement to the gameplay.

~2%

Visuals

The game is praised for its visual appeal and the aesthetic quality of the new content.

~1%

Replayability

The DLC is noted for enhancing replayability through new strategies and faction dynamics.

~1%

Neutral / Mixed Opinions

Negative

Lack of Events

Critics mention a lack of engaging events and scenarios, making the gameplay feel repetitive.

~3%

DLC Pricing

Some players feel that the pricing of the DLC does not reflect the amount of new content provided.

~3%

Community Feedback

Players express mixed feelings about community feedback and the developers' responsiveness to issues.

~2%

Strongly Negative

Bugs and Stability

Numerous reviews highlight ongoing bugs and stability issues that detract from the overall experience.

~9%

Balance Issues

Players express frustration over balance issues, particularly with the mechanics of certain factions like Cao Cao.

~4%

This analysis is powered by OpenAI’s language models and may occasionally contain inaccuracies. For the most precise details, please consult the reviews directly on the official Steam store page.

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