Robert Zak
PC GamerAra: History Untold review
Published 9/23/2024
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Series X|S / PC - 9/24/2024
Ara: History Untold
Build a nation and lead your people throughout history to the pinnacles of human achievement as you explore new lands, develop arts and culture, conduct diplomacy, and go head-to-head with your rivals to prove you are the greatest ruler ever known. Featuring both familiar and innovative gameplay mechanics, Ara: History Untold delivers an evolution in historical grand strategy with no pre-set paths to victory, leading to endless possibilities. Your choices will define the world you create, your experience, and your legacy.
- Developer
- Oxide Games
- Publisher
- Xbox Game Studios
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78
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21
1 unscored review
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The critic average is 78 across 20 scored reviews, with a 35-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band. 1 unscored review adds coverage context without moving the critic average.
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Grace Benfell
PCGamesNAra History Untold review - Microsoft’s grand strategy game is a hit
Published 9/23/2024
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80
+2 vs critic avg
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Read originalLiam Doolan
Pure XboxReview: Ara: History Untold (PC) - Xbox Game Studios Delivers Yet Another Great Strategy Title
Published 9/23/2024
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80
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Read originalTJ Denzer
ShacknewsAra: History Untold review: You have entered a Golden Age
Published 9/23/2024
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80
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Read originalStefan L
TheSixthAxisAra: History Untold Review | TheSixthAxis
Published 9/23/2024
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80
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Read originalCharles Hartford
But Why Tho?REVIEW: ‘Ara: History Untold’ Offers Grand And Rewarding 4X Strategy (PC)
Published 9/23/2024
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95
+17 vs critic avg
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Read originalZachary Boddy
Windows CentralAra: History Untold review — Capturing that "one more turn" addiction | Windows CentralWindows Central
Published 9/23/2024
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80
+2 vs critic avg
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Read originalMark Steighner
COGconnectedAra: History Untold Review – Fresh Take on Grand Strategy
Published 9/23/2024
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82
+4 vs critic avg
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Read originalAra: History Untold Review | More Than Just A Civ Clone
Published 9/23/2024
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Read originalVikki McGowan
Gamer Social ClubAra: History Untold - Review
Published 9/23/2024
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90
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