Frontier Developments’ latest real-time strategy game, Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin, was recently reviewed. The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC and was released on November 17th. Realms of Ruin transports players to the expansive, larger-than-life Age of Sigmar universe, creating an immersive visual experience. However, despite its visually stunning and joyful gameplay, the game faces setbacks due to its narrow unit rosters and a flawed single-player campaign.

The game’s single-player campaign garnered both praise and criticism. While it meticulously captures the characters and aesthetic appeal of Age of Sigmar, it also feels disjointed and incomplete due to a lack of an intelligible framing device. The characters are well represented in the engaging cutscenes, but the linear battles lack a cohesive connection. The story lacks depth and exposition, causing the game to suffer from a sense of vagueness.

Combat in Realms of Ruin is straightforward and easy to learn, but it lacks depth. It relies on a classic unit triangle and revolves around securing victory points and control points while encountering predictable outcomes. Similarly, the active abilities available to units provide little variation, as they often change the pace of combat infrequently.

The single-player campaign is a significant focus of the game, offering impressive visuals and fascinating storytelling. The game’s multiplayer systems, on the other hand, include features like a map builder, ranked and casual matches, and an army painting tool. While not revolutionary, these systems are robust and cater to players wishing to extend their gameplay.

From an accessibility perspective, the game offers visual settings, customizable subtitles, and features for players with hearing difficulties. The reviewer, an experienced real-time strategy gamer, spent roughly 15 hours playing Realms of Ruin to provide an in-depth review. Overall, Realms of Ruin will appeal to fans of the setting and those seeking beginner-friendly RTS gameplay, but it may leave others wanting more depth.