A new MMO set in the dark fantasy setting of Warhammer is soon launching on Steam. What should be a reason for joy has already led to criticism.
Why is the game being criticized? Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest has the reputation of being Pay2Win. After all, microtransactions play a significant role. With these, it is possible to acquire resources faster, which is very important.
Because you need to build your fortress and army as quickly as possible. Some strong players have their sights set on weak and inexperienced players. They attack newcomers immediately, who have no chance right at the beginning. Most attacks happen while gathering resources.
The balancing is off
What is the problem? The balancing is labeled as completely off by many players of the mobile version. There is simply no fun to be had when being attacked by overpowered players right at the start, without having a chance to build up anything first – unless you spend a lot of money right away.
Joachim R. writes in the Google Play Store: “The strength balance between players is non-existent. The only calm region (Helborg) is locked. As a new player, without a significant investment of real money, you have no chance!”
Still, the game is fundamentally a lot of fun for many. The building, the battles, everything plays smoothly. If it weren’t for the balancing issues.
destructer080 comments in the Google Play Store: “The game is great itself, but you always get flattened by another player when you are working or sleeping.”
What do the developers say about the accusations? The developers at Tilting Point respond to the criticism and say they are considering the feedback to improve and better balance Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest.
Does the PC version have the same issues?
What is Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest anyway? The MMO is a PC port of a mobile game (not to be confused with Warhammer Odyssey), which you can already download to your smartphone via the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
In the game, your task is to gather resources and build a fortress. You assemble an army and collect powerful Warlords to go to war. PvP battles play a major role, but you also need to try to conquer the city of Altdorf and defend yourself against monsters.
When does it launch on Steam? Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest is set to launch on November 18 on Steam. Players now fear that the balancing will be the same as in the mobile version and that real money investment will become very important. Whether this will be the case, we will find out at release.
