Introduction/Information about Bonaparte: A Mechanized Revolution
Bonaparte: A Mechanized Revolution is a game that released its 1.0 version on November 9th, 2025. This game is a turn-based strategy game where players will take Napoleon’s place in this alternate timeline. Through strategy and military tactics, players will be able to write their own timeline in this alternate history. I enjoy playing strategy games. They have been a favorite of mine to play around with now and again. I tried out Bonaparte: A Mechanized Revolution back during its early access (see my review!) and gave my overall thoughts on it. After playing through the game again, I would say my thoughts are relatively the same. I had a fun experience with what I played. I thought the combat was simple and easy to understand. I would say this game is still a pretty standard, yet enjoyable, strategy game with a story that gives players important decisions to make.
Gameplay
The gameplay for Bonaparte: A Mechanized Revolution has basic combat that is simple and easy to understand. The game starts out in Paris, where the people are upset with the king and ready to start a revolution. As a tactical leader, the player must make decisions that they believe is best for the country of France. These choices matter and will affect how the game unfolds. Like I said before, the combat is pretty simple. Players will have their units they can control in order to defeat the enemies. Of course, there are always different strategies involved if players want to be the most effective in battles. One simple and effective strategy the game teaches players first is flanking the enemies. Attacking enemies from behind makes it so they can’t fight back. There are many effective ways of dealing with enemies, so I recommend players strategize. Another key aspect of the game is the decisions and political system. There are different decisions the player will have to make. Questions about things like the revolution, the king, and the country. As mentioned before, the choices players make matter and will affect how the game plays out.
Final thoughts
Overall, I believe the game Bonaparte: A Mechanized Revolution is still a pretty simple strategy game where important decisions will help craft the player’s story. As I said before, I got to play this game during its early access, and I had fun with it. After playing the game now that it’s officially out of early access, I think most of my thoughts are still the same as before. For me, the combat is pretty simple, but I can still enjoy. I also think the implementation of the political system and decision-making makes the game feel more unique to me. If you enjoy playing tactical strategy games and are looking for a game where you can craft your own story, then I would recommend this game.
Score: 7/10
Bonaparte: A Mechanized Revolution is available for PC via Steam.
Related: Reviews by Nick Dooley
I have played many games since childhood. I love games so much that I wish to pursue a career in game development, as well as any field that involves video games. I love analyzing the games I play, as well as state my opinions about the game. I wish to provide authentic, fair, and detailed reviews on my opinions on the games I play, as well as try to provide little bias toward the games I review.
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