Hinterland: Orc Lords

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

2
Average:

3
Bad:

1

6.5

User Score

Based on 187 reviews
as rated by users

Pros:

Inventive hybrid design crossing up RPG and RTS genres, Appealing, fastflowing game matches, Cuts out the mindless, monotonous combat that afflicts other action RPGs.

Cons:

Totally randomized game events, Low production values and no tutorial.

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Last revision on May 14, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Inventive hybrid design crossing up RPG and RTS genres, Appealing, fastflowing game matches, Cuts out the mindless, monotonous combat that afflicts other action RPGs

Reviewers Didn't Like

Totally randomized game events, Low production values and no tutorial

Expert reviews and ratings

Hinterland: Orc Lords is a fun and engaging video game that combines city building elements with basic RPG game play into an adventure suitable for casual gamers. This is the original Hinterland video game with two new characters and the same basic...

By BrightHub on September 22, 2009

Hinterland: Orc Lords plays like a remake of a very old game, but for once, thats mostly a good thing....

By GameSpot on July 01, 2009

Hinterland: Orc Lords may be one of the best games never released for the Commodore 64. OK, that doesnt sound complimentary in 2009, given that the computer system in question is a Cyndi Lauper contemporary. But this mash-up of a hack-and-slash...

By cnet on July 01, 2009

Hinterland: Orc Lords is not necessarily a must-have game, but if you're looking for something that captures the charm of a classic RPG, then this is a should-have.Orc Lords blends RGP, RTS, and empire-building elements into one solid package. The...

By Cheat Code Central on May 15, 2009

RTS fans and newcomers alike can pick it up, play it, and enjoy it. Accessibility is its greatest asset, and while there’s no denying the fun, there is little to call “outstanding,”...

By GameZone on April 07, 2009

Hinterland: Orc Lords is a very enjoyable game that can keep amateur warlords entertained for hours, and will provide a nostalgic break for professional pillagers. Those of you who can forgive some simplistic design element there is a treasure chest...

By Diehard GameFAN on March 17, 2009