Legion of the Damned
| Category | Price | Seller | Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| Games | $1.99 | Offworld Games | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
--TouchArcade.com
"...a challenging wargame in a unique setting."
--PocketTactics.com
"...If you’re a fan of the [strategy] genre, Legion of the Damned is definitely a title you’ll want to check out."
-- The-App-Shack.com
"...one of the best turn-based strategy games available for the iPhone, if not THE best..."
-- MobileTechReview.com
Featured in "Fresh iPhone Apps: January 6, 2012"
-- Appolicious.com
Featured in "Under the Radar: January 5, 2012"
-- SlideToPlay.com
"...Legion is a no-brainer if you’re looking for a deep turn-based strategy with a really cool story to boot..."
-- iFanzine.com
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ENTER THE LEGION
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The Hudathans plan to eradicate humanity and destroy Earth! But in order to do so they will have to fight the Legion of the Damned®. Enlist now and fight shoulder to shoulder with the misfits, criminals and cyborgs who are humanity's last hope...
An official game adaptation of the popular novels by bestselling author William C. Dietz, Legion of the Damned® brings a new type of tactical warfare to the iOS App Store!
- ONLINE MULTIPLAYER
Supports up to 4 players around the world with options for free-for-all or teams.
- CUSTOM MAP BUILDER
Design your own maps hex-by-hex and challenge your friends to battle on them.
- RANDOM MAP GENERATION
Unlimited possibilities for map configurations with endless replay value.
- 16 CAMPAIGN MISSIONS
Each introduced with beautiful hand drawn comic cutscenes complete with voice acting and sound effects.
- PASS N' PLAY
Up to 4 human and AI Bot opponents on the same device.
- 3 DIFFERENT RACES
With their own unique strategies and tactics to master.
- 12 ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACKS
Professionally composed to make each battle that much more intense.
- UNIVERSAL IPAD SUPPORT
Built for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.
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NOTES
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Compatible with devices running iOS 4.3 and higher.
Supports 1 - 4 players.
Music Composed by:
Mike Weiser, www.mikeweisermusic.com (ASCAP)
Mattias Holmgren, www.morningdewmedia.com
"Organized Chaos" licensed from:
Vitaliy Zavadskyy, www.myspace.com/vforvital
Reviews
Hex-based Strategy That Is Darn Good
AlbieOne
The iTunes store is full of turn-based strategy games, some that focus on content and playability, while others emphasize looks and design. Legion of the Damned fits nicely into the category of well-balanced, entertaining and just the right level of challenging gameplay. Ok, so there isn’t a category like that, but Legion should appeal to those who want both brains and beauty in their gaming experience. Legion is based on a series of books by William C. Dietz about a world far off into the future. By the way, you can find his books in the iTunes store, and they’re worth a read. The Legion is a ragtag bunch of misfits, criminals and cyborgs that are the last line of defense for humanity against the Hudathans. The primary character is Angel Perez, a criminal sentenced to death who agrees to be resuscitated to fight as part of the Legion of the Damned. If the story doesn’t get you interested in Legion, then the game itself should. With 3 difficulty levels to choose from (easy, normal and hard), Legion is a tactical game of warfare offering 2 primary modes: Campaign and Skirmish. Campaign is a 16-mission career mode that takes you through various challenging pre-built maps. Skirmish offers 10 prebuilt maps to choose from. In addition, there is an Online mode that allows for asynchronous play with up to 4 players. The objective of Legion is fairly typical—capture more flags than your enemy within a certain number turns. Of course, the fun comes in dealing with dangerous snipers, stealthy soldiers and less than ideal field conditions. In Legion, you’ll face and also utilize a number of tactics from mine sweeping and shooting to spotting and indirect fire. You’ll be forced to learn and use any and all of these skills to successfully complete campaigns. And there’s plenty to learn. Of course, the devs provide a 10-stage tutorial covering Movement, Mine Sweeping, Shooting, Indirect Fire, Spotting, Cautious Move, and Guerilla Attacks. Also, an extensive Help section that covers: • discusses rules of engagement • battle units • alliances • field conditions such as fog of war • offensive and defensive fire • spot targets and stealth • repair and health The tutorial and help sections are among the best, and I wish other games would include this level of content to help newcomers get started. One of the big selling points of Legion is the Map Builder where you can choose from different terrains to design your own battlefield. The straightforward interface allows you to choose from a variety of different terrains and environments. Through a few taps, you can build a custom map that can then be used in a multiplayer online game. Once created, a code is automatically generated that allows maps to be shared with others, which can then be used in Skirmish mode. I found the Map Builder extremely easy to use, simple enough for newbies and more than adequate for more experienced players. I do hope that the devs add other environments in future updates. Besides the online play, Legion has plenty of replay value that comes with the random map generator. You see a variety of randomly generated maps that should keep you busy. Each campaign begins with a story overview, playing and most importantly, the objective. You’ll notice right away that the devs put a good deal of effort into the details that can be found from the hauntingly intense soundtrack and game music to the hand-drawn cut scenes that tell the story of the Legion. I know many like to play their own music, but you’ll want to leave the music on during gameplay. Combine this with the voiceovers and narration, and Legion really does a great gaming experience creating the right mood and ambience. The AI in Legion is well balanced, and I would suggest playing in Normal or Hard mode to get the right level of challenge especially if you’re a familiar to turn-based strategy games. Enemies tend to be very proactive and in some cases overly aggressive which makes Legion worth its weight in gold. It’s always a balancing act when it comes to AI, but the devs seem to have gotten this one right. Often, the HUD in a game can give the screen a cluttered feeling which hampers the gameplay. Not so in Legion. While nothing knew, the HUD in Legion is elegant in its utility. Action buttons appear in the bottom left corner while a flag scoreboard resides in the bottom middle of the screen. Moving around the screen is as simple as using your finger to scroll around the map. One odd element is the devs incorporated a magnifying glass slider down the right side of the screen which is used to zoom in and out. Out of habit, I tend to use my fingers to pinch in order to resize the screen so the magnifier glass feels a little unnatural at first. Once you complete maneuvering your forces, the Done button in the upper right corner will flash. You have the option of watching the enemy move its forces or you can tap the skip function to bypass. Another nice feature is the Replay function. After a mission ends, you can watch a replay of the entire mission which works well. What would be helpful is the inclusion of a fast forward button because as of right now, you either watch the replay at a slightly amped up normal speed or skip entirely. One of the shortcomings is that Legion isn’t a universal app which means you’ll need to 2x your iPad screen. Even so, the graphics and animation look more than adequate on my iPad with no signs of stutter or lag. The devs have promised universal iPad support and retina display in a future update which will only make Legion that much better. Overall, Legion of the Damned is a well-designed, well thought out turn-based game. With a compelling storyline and soundtrack, the game provides an entertaining yet mentally challenging game with plenty of replay value.
Excellent game!
Mathguy, Ph.D.
This is a great turn-based sci-fi game! Highly polished with great production value and awesome audio, this game is very addictive. =) A++
Great except for graphics … Plays well with iPad ...
Robert9001
This one is made for the iPhone. Me … I play all my games on the iPad so I was hesitant in buying this one from the very start. But I must say, even when on the 2x iPad zoom the graphics are still clear, useful and functional. Admittedly if they update to iPad resolutions, I would have rated this one 5 stars, but as it is, I am taking off one star for the graphics. Sorry Offworld Games, but you need to begin doing universal builds, your revenues will thank you. Anyway … Back to the game … This is a turn-based strategy game down to the unit level. The UI is very well done with the HUD being on the left and only when needed. A nice touch. Here is one case where the iPhone design is an advantage for playing on the iPad whereas the designer was considerate of the limited screen space on the iPhone, so they use the edges very well and this translates very nicely to the iPad's larger display. Anyway … UI get a 10 out of 10 … Something that Ravenmark totally failed at. The tutorial is excellent (even has a Final Exam and a full text rules file via the Help button) … although experienced grognards will find the tutorials boring. Still a 10 out of 10 for tutorial and game info being readily available at a touch. Weapon range, indirect fire targeting, movement, and more … I like a game where you can "recon by fire" and this one allows you to clear mines as well as blow up the bad guys with indirect fire. All the calcs are done for you, to include line of sight, fog of war and "spotted" enemy units for max damage allowing you to concentrate on your tactics and strategy. You have the typical "Campaign" and "Skirmish" selections … And there's even a map editor included! A game save feature would be nice also. I know most skirmishes / battle don't take that long, but we need a game save feature. Bottomline, well worth the price of admission, and I'm hoping for a universal build that takes advantage of the iPad graphics, which is going to cost them a star. I will return and change this to 5 stars, if this is corrected. Robert9001
Truly a great game
clcaev
Engaging, challenging, and fun! Lovely on the iPad at 2x. I just re-played this 6 months out, and is as enjoyable as the first time I played it. It is hard to compare this one with others... It's just such a polished game. My only complaint is that it is difficult to rate this game. Perhaps if the replaced the 'updates' part with a link to AppStore review? Also forums and other on-line participation needs sign up (so I am not going todo that). I have absolutely no idea why this game isn't top on the charts.
Legion of the Damned
Poseen Ka
The new graphics rock! Outstanding. The more I play it the more I like it! Now that I've had it for awhile I have an even deeper appreciation of how important strategy is while playing this game.
Best Hex and Counter Wargame in the App Store
HAKMEM74
For serious wargamers this is a must have game since it's the first one I can find with real strategic and tactical punch. At the same time, it also has a great story line based on the first of the bestselling Legion of the Damned novels. Game is presented with a wonderful story with an amazing graphic novel drawn by one of the best new artists working in science fiction illustration. Come on and join us online -- we'll be waiting :)
Amazing and addictive
Paul348271873283
This game is outstanding. I bought it over five months ago and I still haven't put it down, which is more than I can say about most other apps I spend good money on and use for a week and forget.
Outstanding
IMDABESMAYNE
Amazing turn based strategy. Great campaign and single player/multiplayer. Very well done story. Impressed with the deep gameplay.
Great War game for the money
Shajoneses
This is a much better game than I was expecting. The campaign and story are great and the missions are challenging without being too difficult. I had to reply several trying different strategies and had to take advantage of my units special abilities like indirect fire, stealth, and placing land mines to win, good stuff and I am not even a big science fiction fan, but still enjoyed the campaign story. Update just finished the campaign. I have to admit some of the scenarios were difficult to the point of being almost frustrating, but it was satisfying when I finally figured out how to beat them, well worth the money.
