He criticized the "clunky" tactical combat as "simply not up to current standards", but said that the strategic gameplay was "A simple, workmanlike, intermediate-level, conquer-the-world game that's surprisingly enjoyable and addictive ... a great solitaire game" with high replay value.
He criticized the "clunky" tactical combat as "barely meeting current standards", but said that the strategic gameplay was "a straightforward, competent, intermediate-level, world-conquering game that's surprisingly enjoyable and addictive ... a fantastic solitaire game" with high replay value.