Lavapotion, the developers, are a fantastic team that kept constantly informing about the development of the game. Really nice guys, comparable to Larian. The game is also pretty solid, with its own personality. I highly recommend it. And yes, Sseth made me to buy it
As a long time fan of HOMM3, and M&M series in general, I am really hyped for this game. This game is probably the closest we got to HOMM in the last 10 yrs. Also the lovely Pixelated 3D asthetic helps too.
I would say it's pretty good. It definitely gives you a challenge. I would say the first campaign is the easiest but that doesn't make it any less fun.
Playing since the start of Early Access and loving it. I hope more people will give it a try after watching your video. And 100℅ review would be great!
Great video Mort! Have you ever played Age of Wonders? Back in the day, Age of Wonders and Heroes of Might and Magic were doing similar things. But Age of Wonders is still alive (they released the 4th game in the series last year), so if you like this sort of game, please do check it out. Songs of Conquest reminds me more of the original Age of Wonders than the current one, and I might check it out since I have a strong nostalgia for the original.
I only have about 30 hours into the game, and I love it. The current four factions are amazing, they're all so awesome, I am more upset about which one to pick
They revisited the campaign difficulties, if you played it a while ago, id give another go eventually to see how much it changed. Which campaign gave you the most trouble ?
@turosechil8798 it was specifically the mission 'Death to Diplomacy'- it was an insurmountable difficulty jump from what the previous missions were imo. I'll probably take another look with 1.0 being live. Hopefully, it got rebalanced.
@@platoiii5052 Ah yeah that was a tough one. The AI LOS was too big and they fixed that. They also added a few new difficulty levels, hopefully you have a better run.
So it's finally out ! Don't know if we will be getting a review though, that's not exactly in Mort's usual ballpark and may be very time-consuming to 100%
I've played a fair bit of the campaign and do really think it has strong potential but the game has some CRAZY difficulty spikes that really threw me off. It felt like I could either brainlessly traipse through the campaigns on the starting difficulty or move just one level up to a difficulty that requires complete knowledge of what happens in that map (triggers to spawn enemies, etc.) in order to even have a chance. I do not recommend starting on any difficulty besides the lowest one
I did enjoy the game, but like others have mentioned, it is different in a number of ways from HoMM. The campaigns could also have been longer. I did enjoy the game regardless and sprite work IS very pretty looking, both in combat and on the overworld. What I really miss from HoMM that isn't in this game are the city/town screens as well as (in HoMM) the really beautiful town tracks.
I've been playing HoMM for ages, and I actually enjoyed that you had to make build decisions in SoC, instead of just upgrading. Choosing what to build in your limited number of build slots (depending on the tier of your settlement,) and that you can raze buildings and replace them, adds to the complexity without devolving into a game of micromanagement.
I still listen to the HOMM soundtrack. There is an orchestra with a UA-cam channel that focuses on the Heroes soundtrack based out of Poland - Heroes Orchestra. Paul Romero has performed with them multiple times. Highly recommended.
Played heaps of this in early access on skirmish with mates, but now that it’s out fully I don’t think there’s enough new stuff in it for me to continue playing it
Thanks for the video. This comment doesn't have to do with this video. I went back into Witcher 3, and am in NG+... I really suck at that game. I'm getting bodied on the normal difficulty. Onward to 400k. All glory to the algorithm.
If you take a recommendation, check out Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age. I am close to 100% and feel that the game fits your taste and 100% is fun cause over half of the game is optional bosses/summons.
@@MortismalGaming Glad to hear you liked it. I replayed FF12 with the Zodica Age on PC for a 100% playthrough and the new QoL improvements like graphics, 60 fps, 4x Speed and new UI make it even more enjoyable. The game is underrated and it came before its time and no one ever talks about it anymore even though I consider it the closest thing to a "perfect game", at least design-wise. I'm sure your fanbase would love it so keep in mind if you ever have space.
I really like this game, but sadly i am shit at it and could not finish the third mission of the Rana campaign, even on the easy difficulty. I realize this is a me problem and don't hold it against the game. Love the artstyle, the music and the general vibes.
Hey Mortismal, you mention 3 story campaigns but in your video, it clearly looks like there are four. Did you just misspeak or is the fourth not finished yet?
There's a correction on screen and you can see the four campaigns on screen as well. Sometimes its not worth the editing time to redo the audio completely when I can just show the correction.
The main reason I don't play these games anymore is the AI. Even back in the day when I was playing Heroes Might of Magic the AI knew EXACTLY where your main Hero was on the map. As soon as you left your base, what do you know the AI shows up and attacks it.
If only there wasn't a constant blur on characters and visuals in general, I would totally play this title. But I want to keep my eyes for a little longer.
I donated my gaming pc today as I’m moving countries next week. First time I’ve been without a pc in about 15 years. I’ll be picking up a PS5 once I settle in at my new location. That should hold me over for a few years at least.
Comparing this is HoMM feels a bit unfair, it had years to refine and add content, we are currently seeing the foundation of yet is to be. Sure SOC could've brought in more content what is tested and true, but I appreciate a more slow paced approach to content, hopefully it will grow more and more
I was a bit disappointed with Songs of Conquest as a very long time HOMM fan, it's not a bad game by any means but I was hoping for something a bit closer to the original with an evolution, this is a very different game with it's own style and I just did not gel with it at all
Lavapotion, the developers, are a fantastic team that kept constantly informing about the development of the game. Really nice guys, comparable to Larian. The game is also pretty solid, with its own personality. I highly recommend it.
And yes, Sseth made me to buy it
As a long time fan of HOMM3, and M&M series in general, I am really hyped for this game. This game is probably the closest we got to HOMM in the last 10 yrs. Also the lovely Pixelated 3D asthetic helps too.
I have owned this game for a while now.
I love it. It feels like a love letter to HOMAM but still being its own game. The music is lovely!
This game honestly has some of the most beautiful pixel art I’ve ever seen. The map looks like a bit of artwork.
Oh how I love playing Rana haha. The worst thing about this game is that there's not more of it.
I like their storyline
Good news, there will be a rana DLC on winter 2025
Getting this game just for the hexagon grid. Hexagons are the Bestagons.
I am constantly mixing this game up with Symphony of War The Nephilim Saga
Their visual language in their art is so similar!
They actually share the same pixel artist for their units! So good find!
OK good so its not just me.
2:59 - Hexagons are the bestagons
Glad to see Mort covering more indie stuff lately! I do hope he's taking care of his voice, though--he's sounded a bit rough in recent videos.
I hope you are gonna do a 100% video on this title, it looks amazing!
It is amazing. I've been playing since early early access. Replayability is quite high I would say too.
@@Peter-lj2fvhow good is the AI?
I would say it's pretty good. It definitely gives you a challenge. I would say the first campaign is the easiest but that doesn't make it any less fun.
a lot of people complained about it.
@@underpowergaming they listened to the community and overhauled the AI.
I bought this on early access on your original preview. Nice I can play a whole game now thanks.
Playing since the start of Early Access and loving it. I hope more people will give it a try after watching your video. And 100℅ review would be great!
Great video Mort! Have you ever played Age of Wonders? Back in the day, Age of Wonders and Heroes of Might and Magic were doing similar things. But Age of Wonders is still alive (they released the 4th game in the series last year), so if you like this sort of game, please do check it out.
Songs of Conquest reminds me more of the original Age of Wonders than the current one, and I might check it out since I have a strong nostalgia for the original.
... i bought it, played a few hours. Lo and behold, your video come out.
What a coincidence!
This game is already available on its 1.0 version!
I only have about 30 hours into the game, and I love it. The current four factions are amazing, they're all so awesome, I am more upset about which one to pick
I really enjoyed Songs of Conquest, but the game has some absolutely BRUTAL difficulty jumps pretty early on that I could not deal with.
They revisited the campaign difficulties, if you played it a while ago, id give another go eventually to see how much it changed. Which campaign gave you the most trouble ?
@turosechil8798 it was specifically the mission 'Death to Diplomacy'- it was an insurmountable difficulty jump from what the previous missions were imo. I'll probably take another look with 1.0 being live. Hopefully, it got rebalanced.
@@platoiii5052 Ah yeah that was a tough one. The AI LOS was too big and they fixed that. They also added a few new difficulty levels, hopefully you have a better run.
Songs of Conquest is a really neat game. I suck at games like this, but I managed to push though and win a few randomized campaigns.
i have spend almost 100 games on this game. you can cast multiple magic in 1 turn, which can lead to insane combos
So it's finally out ! Don't know if we will be getting a review though, that's not exactly in Mort's usual ballpark and may be very time-consuming to 100%
No current plans for a 100% on this one
I've played a fair bit of the campaign and do really think it has strong potential but the game has some CRAZY difficulty spikes that really threw me off. It felt like I could either brainlessly traipse through the campaigns on the starting difficulty or move just one level up to a difficulty that requires complete knowledge of what happens in that map (triggers to spawn enemies, etc.) in order to even have a chance. I do not recommend starting on any difficulty besides the lowest one
It reminds me in parts of the original Age of Wonders which itself was very much influenced by Might and Magic.
such a hidden gem, I have it since release. Try it it's worth the price many times over
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I did enjoy the game, but like others have mentioned, it is different in a number of ways from HoMM. The campaigns could also have been longer. I did enjoy the game regardless and sprite work IS very pretty looking, both in combat and on the overworld.
What I really miss from HoMM that isn't in this game are the city/town screens as well as (in HoMM) the really beautiful town tracks.
I've been playing HoMM for ages, and I actually enjoyed that you had to make build decisions in SoC, instead of just upgrading. Choosing what to build in your limited number of build slots (depending on the tier of your settlement,) and that you can raze buildings and replace them, adds to the complexity without devolving into a game of micromanagement.
I still listen to the HOMM soundtrack. There is an orchestra with a UA-cam channel that focuses on the Heroes soundtrack based out of Poland - Heroes Orchestra. Paul Romero has performed with them multiple times. Highly recommended.
How is this on Steam Deck?
Full controller support and verified for the steam deck :)
Quite demanding for what it is.
Played heaps of this in early access on skirmish with mates, but now that it’s out fully I don’t think there’s enough new stuff in it for me to continue playing it
How is this compared to the upcoming title called “Silence of the Siren”? It also looks and feels very similar to HOMM.
Thanks for the video. This comment doesn't have to do with this video. I went back into Witcher 3, and am in NG+... I really suck at that game. I'm getting bodied on the normal difficulty. Onward to 400k. All glory to the algorithm.
If you take a recommendation, check out Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age. I am close to 100% and feel that the game fits your taste and 100% is fun cause over half of the game is optional bosses/summons.
I havent messed around with the zodiac age release, but the original version of FF12 is one my all time favorite games so yes I do indeed love it.
@@MortismalGaming Glad to hear you liked it. I replayed FF12 with the Zodica Age on PC for a 100% playthrough and the new QoL improvements like graphics, 60 fps, 4x Speed and new UI make it even more enjoyable.
The game is underrated and it came before its time and no one ever talks about it anymore even though I consider it the closest thing to a "perfect game", at least design-wise. I'm sure your fanbase would love it so keep in mind if you ever have space.
Nice one, really liked it!
I really like this game, but sadly i am shit at it and could not finish the third mission of the Rana campaign, even on the easy difficulty.
I realize this is a me problem and don't hold it against the game.
Love the artstyle, the music and the general vibes.
Hey Mortismal, you mention 3 story campaigns but in your video, it clearly looks like there are four. Did you just misspeak or is the fourth not finished yet?
I'm almost positive there are 4 campaigns, I saw this explained in a different review. He probably just misspoke.
There's a correction on screen and you can see the four campaigns on screen as well. Sometimes its not worth the editing time to redo the audio completely when I can just show the correction.
@@MortismalGaming
I don't see a correction on screen, but thanks for the clarification.
The main reason I don't play these games anymore is the AI. Even back in the day when I was playing Heroes Might of Magic the AI knew EXACTLY where your main Hero was on the map. As soon as you left your base, what do you know the AI shows up and attacks it.
If only there wasn't a constant blur on characters and visuals in general, I would totally play this title. But I want to keep my eyes for a little longer.
I was super exicted for this, bus sadly I am vision impaired and cant see well. Also I olay on PS5, Hopefully they add ui and text scale options.
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I recommend this game.
Would love to see more bg3 and pathfinder videos! Hope you're doing well
Not much more I can say about BG3 at the moment, but there's some pathfinder content coming over the next month
This seems very simliar to the King's Bounty line
Good show sir
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Is this game friendly to those of us who aren’t good singers?
No, in fact it will frame you for crimes as a result.
@@MortismalGaming ha! Oh no!
I donated my gaming pc today as I’m moving countries next week. First time I’ve been without a pc in about 15 years. I’ll be picking up a PS5 once I settle in at my new location. That should hold me over for a few years at least.
Comparing this is HoMM feels a bit unfair, it had years to refine and add content, we are currently seeing the foundation of yet is to be.
Sure SOC could've brought in more content what is tested and true, but I appreciate a more slow paced approach to content, hopefully it will grow more and more
I was a bit disappointed with Songs of Conquest as a very long time HOMM fan, it's not a bad game by any means but I was hoping for something a bit closer to the original with an evolution, this is a very different game with it's own style and I just did not gel with it at all
I found this too. I definitely enjoyed it, and I like the magic system, but nothing ever scratches the itch that HOMM3/5 do.
Same here.
It seems to have a lot of Age of Wonders influence.
Yeah but a big part of that is growing old. You just don't get the same enthusiasm like you used to have when you were younger.
@@gabrielmnt4119 This is the unfortunate truth. Us oldies are chasing a high we can't really find.
HoMM3 has so many factions with unique units compared to this. I thought it was ok but doubt I will ever replay it
I want to like this game, but.... they are too derivative from homm. I will rather go and play Homm3 or even Homm2.
I will give it a try again.
I checked it out during early access. It was mid at the time. Defienetly not worth the title of HoMM3 successor. Any big changes since then?
Still waiting for Silence of the Siren... This just does not feel right.
Silence of the Siren does look promising. I'm waiting for that as well.
A goat game . 10/10
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