Scythe: Digital Edition Analysis on Niklas Notes

Scythe: Digital Edition

Game

(released 6 years ago)

The Knights of Unity

TL;DR

It is a strategy game set in an alternate reality of 1920s Europa where players control factions vying for power. Players build mechs and expand territories while making critical decisions. It's like Risk, but with more robots and fewer dice rolls.

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Genres:

Board Game

Turn-Based Strategy

Tags:

Strategy

Turn-Based

Sci-fi

War

Turn-Based Strategy

Board Game

PvP

Multiplayer

Character Customization

Singleplayer

Hand-drawn

Historical

Tactical

Steampunk

Tabletop

Alternate History

World War I

Mechs

Hex Grid

Likely Inspirations:

Axis & Allies

Betrayal at House on the Hill

Catan

Civilization VI

Twilight Imperium

Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Jun 27, 2025, 5:52 AM)

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

Review Summary - 3,625

89%

Very Positive

2711

300

83%

Purchased on Steam

534

17%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Playtime Statistics

Playtime Overview

Estimated Playthrough Time

30.38 hrs

Min Playtime

0.08 hrs

15th Percentile

6.43 hrs

Median Playtime

27.17 hrs

85th Percentile

117.13 hrs

Max Playtime

6501.72 hrs

Conclusion

Overall, players find Scythe: Digital Edition to be a faithful and enjoyable adaptation of the board game, with strong graphics and fun gameplay. However, issues such as a clunky interface, game-breaking bugs, and the absence of expansions detract from the experience for some users, particularly in online play. The game's complexity and learning curve also present challenges for new players.

Strongly Positive

Faithful Adaptation

Players appreciate that the digital version closely mirrors the original board game experience.

~11%

Fun Gameplay

Many reviews highlight the enjoyment and fun factor of playing the game, especially with friends.

~8%

Positive

Graphics and Art

The game's graphics and art style are frequently praised for their quality and appeal.

~5%

Online Play

Players enjoy the ability to play online with friends, especially during times when in-person gatherings are difficult.

~4%

Neutral / Mixed Opinions

Learning Curve

Some players mention that while the game is enjoyable, it can be complex and has a steep learning curve.

~2%

Negative

Interface Issues

Several reviews point out that the user interface can be clunky or difficult to navigate.

~6%

Lack of Expansions

Players express disappointment over the absence of expansions in the digital version.

~4%

Clunky Tutorial

The tutorial is criticized for being unhelpful and not guiding players effectively.

~2%

Complexity

While many enjoy the depth, some find the game's complexity to be overwhelming.

~1%

Strongly Negative

Game-Breaking Bugs

Some reviews highlight serious bugs that can disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration.

~8%

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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Game	Impact	Score	Reviews	Type	Age
Scythe: Digital Edition				Game	6Y
Scythe: Digital Edition - Invaders from Afar				DLC	6Y