Legacy of Yu
2023
Design8.0/10
Interaction1.0/10
Artistry7.0/10
Strategy9.0/10
Complexity7.0/10

What do these ratings say about Legacy of Yu?

What kind of game is Legacy of Yu?

Legacy of Yu leans heavily into theme and atmosphere, so the setting is a core part of why people enjoy it.

How interactive is Legacy of Yu?

Legacy of Yu keeps direct conflict fairly light, so players can focus on their own plans without constant disruption. It tends to fit calmer tables and lower-pressure game nights.

What is the presentation of Legacy of Yu like?

The art, setting, and presentation in Legacy of Yu create a strong table presence. Aesthetics are a major appeal for this game.

How strategic is Legacy of Yu?

Legacy of Yu rewards long-term planning and sequencing. Players who enjoy deeper strategic arcs and optimization will likely find a lot to explore.

How hard is Legacy of Yu to learn?

Legacy of Yu is a more complex title that can take time to fully absorb. It is usually best for players comfortable tracking layered rules and multi-step decisions.

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Legacy of Yu

Solo campaign game where you build canals, defend your village, and create a legacy.
2023 • 1–1

Player info

Average rating
5.00
Players
1–1
Avg time
50 min
Age
10+

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Overview

During the reign of Emperor Yao, the people of ancient China were constantly plagued by deadly floods along the Yellow River. Eager to put an end to the devastation, Yao selected Gun, one of his officials, to devise a plan. After nine years of failed attempts using dams and dikes, Gun's employment came to a questionable end. After his passing, Yu inherited his father's work. Learning from Gun's failures, Yu set out to construct a series of canals to direct the surging river into nearby fields and smaller waterways.

Legacy of Yu is a solo-only, fully-resettable, nonlinear campaign game in which you step into the role of the legendary hero of the Xia Dynasty, Yu the Great. It will be your job to build the canals ahead of the impending flood, while also defending your growing village against neighboring barbarian tribes. With each game, stories will be shared and new gameplay elements added. The campaign features a self-balancing system which adapts to how well you are doing. The campaign ends once you either win or lose seven games.

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