Recent reviews by Dr. Cola

100%

Addressing common complaints :
1 - The new UI
Am I the only one who likes it? I think its more functional than the old one. The only problem I have with it is that the family tree takes up the entire screen which is obnoxious.
2 - The Ai wasnt "fixed"
Thats part of the game. If you improved the AI / pathfinding it would not be an authentic remaster. They did seem to fix some of the most egregious AI bugs however.
3 - The graphics are too cartoony!
Good thing there is a "realistic" graphics setting. What did you expect this game to look like? Rome 2? Its a remaster, not a new game.
4 - I don't like the new mechanics
You can turn them off! Play how you want.
5 - Some of the unit orders are clunky
Rome 1 was super clunky. Reading some of these reviews makes me wonder if we all played the same original Rome. No doubt there will be some minor issues on release they will have to patch.

But COME ON everyone, does a game have to come with a free blowjob for you to like it? This game feels just like Rome 1 but its updated and actually runs well. What were you expecting?!

They changed a work of art for political purposes. How could the developers be so unforgivably stupid?

Fantastic

Half Life Alyx is amazing, best VR game ever. But... we waited 12 years for a VR Game? I don't care if Valve made the greatest pumpkin spice latte on Earth, its not Episode 3. VR is a gimmick, shelling out $1000 for a single game is not worth it.

In the next total war game, keyboard support will be a DLC and I will still buy it.

This is the best total war game since Shogun 2. Rather than add to an unending chorus of praise, I will respond to the biggest criticism of this game regarding unit diversity. Id say its about as diverse as Shogun 2 in all honesty. The battles are for tactics while the campaign map is for strategy. Adding slight variations of spears, bows, swords, etc will not help with tactics. It will only add to the amount of minutia to memorize. Each unit type has a tactical use, and you can progressively upgrade each unit type. Why complain? This is basically the exact same as Shogun 2. My only gripe is that there is no gunpowder but it has to be historically accurate.

As for diverse factions, that's definitely the case here. Every faction has a unique trait that informs their playstyle. Not to mention the many historical characters that all have their own personality - which is reflected in their strategic strengths. Its extremely satisfying to develop these characters through alternative histories and see them clash. It also means that each campaign feels quite different from the previous one, where in previous total war games they can all be quite samey.

Total War three kingdoms is fantastic, but I dont think it can dethrone the masterpiece that is Shogun 2. I really appreciate CA's direction to not include faction pack DLC or other obvious scams. If they make an expansion pack for this game which expands the historical narrative, thereby allowing even more units and strategy that would be great. Also, the fact that they included records mode is fantastic. I know I would not have bought the game without it.

NOTE : I want blood pack.

This is the true Roller Coaster Tycoon 4.

Id' like to address you personally Gabe Newell, yes im talking to you. The so called one Gaben. I have a question for you. How could you have thrown it all away? It staggers the mind. A PC gaming icon capable of drawing greedy and contemptible gaming companies towards the truth. Make no mistake Mr Newell this is not a gaming revolution you have started ; this is death and finality. You have plunged gaming into freefall, even if you offered Half Life 3 right now I cant guarantee that the fans would accept it. I fear they look upon even steam with suspicion. Help me win back their trust Mr Newell. Release half life 3 while you still can.

Id' like to address you personally Gabe Newell, yes im talking to you. The so called one Gaben. I have a question for you. How could you have thrown it all away? It staggers the mind. A PC gaming icon capable of drawing greedy and contemptible gaming companies towards the truth. Make no mistake Mr Newell this is not a gaming revolution you have started ; this is death and finality. You have plunged gaming into freefall, even if you offered Half Life 3 right now I cant guarantee that the fans would accept it. I fear they look upon even steam with suspicion. Help me win back their trust Mr Newell. Release half life 3 while you still can.