When comparing EMPIRE: The Deck Building Strategy Game vs The Battle of Polytopia, the Slant community recommends The Battle of Polytopia for most people. In the question“What are the best Android games without in-app purchases/paywalls?” The Battle of Polytopia is ranked 66th while EMPIRE: The Deck Building Strategy Game is ranked 77th.
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Pros
Pro Great roguelike gameplay and deck-building elements
Empire features strategic gameplay, mixed with roguelike elements which require you to re-settle cities and a deep deck-building system.
Pro Low price tag and no in-app purchases
Empire is available for $2,99 in the App Store, which makes it one of the cheaper games in its genre. The game also has no microtransactions or any other form of advertisement at all.
Pro Procedurally generated gameplay encounters ensure fresh gameplay
Every time you start a new game in Empire, it'll be different which makes for constant and fresh gameplay.
Pro Similar to Civilization
Cons
Con Last updated 3 years ago
Con Limited lasting appeal
After going trough the game with the three different emperors, there's little reason to revisit Empire.