1914: Prelude to Chaos
Amaterasu Software · 2017 · RPG
PC
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About 1914: Prelude to Chaos
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Guide British archaeologist Finley Thompson through war-torn 1914 Serbia as he races to uncover a mythical artifact while the world descends into World War I chaos. Lead your party through tactical turn-based combat and puzzle-solving in this old-school JRPG adventure inspired by classic gaming, where historical catastrophe and legendary mystery collide.
STORY
Enter the year 1914, which will mark the beginning of the first man made catastrophe of the 20th century. From the smoking revolver of the Serbian nationalist and grab for glory of a dying empires, that were slowly losing their legitimacy, death, despair and chaos that has finally put an end to the ancient European monarchies was born.
The player is put in a role of Finley Thompson, A British adventurer and archaeologist searching for a mythical artifact on the territory of Kingdom of Serbia. In this endeavor, his closest ally is his Serbian guide Vuk. Not long after locating the possible site all hell breaks loose when the Sarajevo assassination occurs. Cut from his home, Finley pleads Vuk to help him finish his mission.
GAMEPLAY
The player will control Finley and his companions in their quest to find the lost artifact and preserve their lives in the midst of largest confrontation the world has seen. To solve the mystery of the First Crusade player will have to control his party in a series of conflicts while they search for the artifact.
AMATERASU SOFTWARE
We are a team of four video game enthusiasts with a childhood dream of making our own video games. Every member of our team is a fan of old school JRPG genre. We have already released a few games on Steam and our wish is to make our player base as happy as possible. Every player is more then welcome to give their feedback and criticism, without it, we will improve at a slower rate.
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
Historical strategy turned into chaos the interface looks shellshocked and I still don’t see the logic here.1 found this helpful
Shovel ware trading card RPG maker garbage.1 found this helpful
WWI RPG Maker game that's been broken since literally day one, reported dead-end bug the day after release back in 2017, dev ghosted for 5 years straight. They claimed a fix in 2022 but people still got stuck after that too. Even when it works there's maybe 15-20 min of actual game. Half the positive reviews admit they're only there for the trading cards lol. Total Score: 2/10 Cheap on sale, but you're not really buying a game, you're buying cards.
1914: Prelude to Chaos is a historical grand strategy game that attempts to recreate the political instability, military escalation, and global uncertainty surrounding the First World War. Developed and published by Amaterasu Software, the game places players into a large-scale conflict where diplomacy, economics, logistics, and battlefield strategy are all interconnected parts of survival. Rather than focusing on cinematic warfare or fast-paced combat, the experience embraces a slower and more methodical style of gameplay where long-term planning and careful management determine whether nations rise to dominance or collapse under the pressure of war. The game allows players to control major powers involved in the conflict while managing military campaigns, political relationships, industrial production, and territorial expansion. One of the strongest aspects of the experience is its commitment to portraying war as something larger than simple battlefield victories. Every decision carries consequences beyond immediate combat. Expanding too aggressively can destabilize the economy, weakening alliances can leave borders exposed, and failing to manage production properly may cripple …
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Prepare to step into the tumultuous era of World War I with 1914: Prelude to Chaos, a captivating historical strategy game that delves into the complexities of the early 20th century. With its immersive setting, strategic depth, and attention to historical accuracy, it offers an engaging experience for history buffs and strategy enthusiasts alike. 1914: Prelude to Chaos allows you to take command of various nations and lead them through the early stages of the Great War. The game presents a comprehensive map featuring different countries and territories, each with its own resources, military strength, and political landscape. The level of detail and historical accuracy in depicting this era is commendable, immersing players in the intricacies of the time period.
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