Let me be perfectly honest with you—I've spent over two decades playing and reviewing video games, and I can tell you right now that FACAI-Egypt Bonanza is the kind of game that makes you question your life choices. I remember picking up my first Madden game back in the mid-'90s, and it taught me not just how to play football, but how to appreciate the mechanics of a well-crafted game. That’s why it pains me to say that FACAI-Egypt Bonanza feels like a step backward, a title that seems designed for players who are willing to lower their standards just enough to tolerate its flaws. Trust me, there are literally hundreds of better RPGs out there, and you don’t need to waste your time digging for a few buried nuggets of fun here.

When I look at the on-field gameplay in Madden NFL 25, I see a series that has improved noticeably for three years running. Last year’s installment was, in my opinion, the best the franchise had ever seen, and this year’s version somehow manages to top it. If a game excels at one thing, it should be the core gameplay, right? Well, FACAI-Egypt Bonanza struggles to even meet that basic expectation. The mechanics feel clunky, the controls are unresponsive at times, and the overall experience lacks the polish I’ve come to expect from modern RPGs. It’s almost as if the developers focused all their energy on flashy visuals while ignoring the fundamentals. I’ve played about 15 hours of this game, and I can count on one hand the number of times I felt genuinely engaged. Compare that to something like The Witcher 3, where I logged over 200 hours without ever feeling bored, and you start to see the problem.

Now, let’s talk about the off-field issues—or in this case, the non-gameplay elements. Just like Madden’s recurring problems with menus, microtransactions, and server stability, FACAI-Egypt Bonanza is plagued by the same repeat offenders. The user interface is a mess, with menus that take forever to navigate, and the in-game economy feels unbalanced, pushing players toward real-money purchases. I found myself spending nearly 30% of my playtime just managing inventory and dealing with tedious side quests that offered little reward. And don’t even get me started on the bugs—I encountered at least five game-breaking glitches in my first week alone. It’s frustrating because, as someone who’s been in this industry for years, I know these issues are avoidable. Yet here we are, facing the same problems year after year.

But here’s the thing: I don’t want to write off FACAI-Egypt Bonanza completely. There are moments, however rare, where the game shines. The Egyptian-themed setting is visually stunning, and the soundtrack is honestly one of the best I’ve heard in a while. If you’re a die-hard fan of ancient mythology and don’t mind sifting through mediocrity, you might find something to love here. Personally, I’d recommend waiting for a steep discount—maybe when it’s 75% off—because at full price, it’s just not worth it. I’ve seen games with half the budget deliver twice the fun.

In the end, my advice is simple: if you’re looking for a deep, engaging RPG, look elsewhere. Games like Divinity: Original Sin 2 or even the recent Baldur’s Gate 3 offer richer stories, smoother gameplay, and more meaningful choices. FACAI-Egypt Bonanza might have its moments, but they’re too few and far between to justify the time investment. As for me, I’ll probably take a break from this one and revisit some classics. After all, life’s too short for mediocre games.