Sengoku is on offer on Gamersgate for only 7,49e, so the question is whether it's worth that? I own most Paradox games and have usually liked them, although often only with mods. I understand that Sengoku is pretty close to Crusader Kings, correct?
You should get Sengoku when you want some challenging action oriented strategy. It's primarily a game about warfare and conquering, where diplomacy and plotting are just tools to get an advantage in land grabbing. Fun to play, but don't expect CK-like experience.
I think the main strenght of the game is the fact that it's relatively simple for Paradox game, so the AI knows how to play as well, and can give you a proper challenge most of the times.
At least the AI works wonders in controlling narrow passages and going through the routine of re-raising levies.
Or to play with. I have absolutely no objections to AI character temporarily taking control of my clan when there's only one enemy left. They do their war management nicely and save me a lot of clicking.I think Sengoku has one of the stronger AI's to play against
Only one. Chatnoir's mod. Might not sound like much, but it's basically Sengoku+. Lots of improvements all around.Are there any good mods for it?
You can hire a personal retinue and ronin if you're lucky (and rich), invest into raising honor long-term, find some good marriage options, plot for independence. Interacting with other clans on this level is limited to sending ninja.I can't wage any wars, neither within the clan or against others, and I can't even use my own levies!
There doesn't seem to be that much to do, might be partially because I'm a vassal though. I don't have much knowledge about feudal Japan, but were the title holders under daimyos really this unindependent? I can't wage any wars, neither within the clan or against others, and I can't even use my own levies!