Chaos Reborn
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About Chaos Reborn
Chaos Reborn is a turn-based strategy RPG that lets you play as a wizard in tactical battles. Developed by Snapshot Games and released in 2015, it blends spellcasting with squad-based combat. You’ll cast abilities like Gooey Blob or summon Shadow Trees to dominate enemies. It runs on PC, Mac, and Linux. The game mixes strategic planning with character progression, letting you customize heroes and their abilities. With co-op and multiplayer modes, it’s a pick-up-and-play title for fans of deep but accessible tactics. Metacritic rates it 85/100. Think of it as XCOM-style strategy with a fantasy twist.
Gameplay
Each match starts with selecting a team of wizards, each with unique spells and abilities. Combat unfolds in real-time but pauses for your turn, letting you cast spells, move, or use items. Abilities like Manticore mounts or tree-summoning add variety to engagements. You manage a resource called “Focus,” spent to power spells or upgrade heroes. Missions range from clearing enemy camps to defending objectives. The UI feels cluttered at first but streamlines as you learn. Sessions last 30, 60 minutes, with progression locked behind completing story missions. Multiplayer matches pit you against others in competitive modes, but the bulk of the content leans into solo and co-op campaigns.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate Chaos Reborn 4.3/5, with 82% completing the main story. Average playtime is 38 hours, skewed by 15% playing over 100 hours. Community moods: “Satisfying” (68%), “Fun” (61%), “Challenging” (47%). One review says, “Spell combos make every fight feel fresh.” Critics praise its depth but note the learning curve. A 3-star review on Steam calls the UI “overwhelming for new players.” 87% of players unlock 100% achievements, with the hardest being “Defeat all 12 dungeon bosses with a single character.” Metacritic’s 85/100 reflects strong critical reception, though some cite repetitive enemy AI.
PlayPile's Take
Chaos Reborn is worth playing if you enjoy deep tactics and spellcasting variety. It’s not impressive but offers 40+ hours of grinding and strategic combat. The $20 price tag (current as of 2024) fits its indie pedigree. While not for casual players due to its complexity, it’s a solid midweek pick for strategy fans. Achievements add long-term value, but don’t expect a smooth ride, read guides first. Stick with it past the first 10 hours, and you’ll find a rewarding loop of progression and chaos.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
81.3
RAWG Rating
2.7
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