Having spent over two decades reviewing video games professionally, I’ve come to recognize a certain kind of title—the kind that asks you to dig through layers of mediocrity for fleeting moments of brilliance. FACAI-Egypt Bonanza is, unfortunately, one of those games. Let me be direct: there is a game here for someone willing to lower their standards enough, but trust me when I say there are hundreds of better RPGs for you to spend your time on. You do not need to waste it searching for a few nuggets buried here. Still, if you’re determined to dive in—maybe you’re a completionist, or just curious—I’ve put together what I believe is the ultimate strategy guide to help you navigate its systems without losing your sanity.

I’ve been playing and critiquing games since the mid-90s, and over the years, I’ve developed a pretty good sense of what separates a timeless classic from a forgettable entry. FACAI-Egypt Bonanza reminds me a lot of my long relationship with the Madden series—a franchise I’ve followed since I was a kid. Just as Madden NFL 25 showed noticeable improvements in on-field gameplay for three years running, FACAI-Egypt Bonanza does have its bright spots. The core combat mechanics, for instance, are surprisingly polished. You’ll find a satisfying loop in its real-time tactical battles, especially when you unlock the Pharaoh’s Wrath skill tree around level 15. I clocked in roughly 40 hours testing different builds, and the elemental magic system—particularly the sandstorm and scarab summon abilities—feels responsive and visually impressive. If the developers had focused solely on refining that aspect, this could have been a standout title. But here’s the catch: just like Madden’s off-field issues, FACAI-Egypt Bonanza is plagued by problems that have haunted it since early previews.

Let’s talk about the grind. The game’s loot system is, frankly, exhausting. Drop rates for legendary items in the “Tomb of the Sun” dungeon sit at an abysmal 2.3%—I tracked this over 50 runs—and that’s just one example. You’ll spend hours farming materials, only to face repetitive enemy spawns and poorly balanced difficulty spikes. I lost count of how many times I encountered the same glitch during co-op mode, where the screen would freeze during sandstorm effects. It’s frustrating because buried underneath these issues are some genuinely clever puzzles and a rich, if underdeveloped, storyline inspired by Egyptian mythology. My advice? Focus on the main questline until you hit level 30—skip the side missions unless you’re desperate for XP. Use the “Scarab Alchemy” crafting path early on; it’ll save you a lot of resource headaches later. And if you’re playing on console, avoid the multiplayer raids until the developers release a patch. They’re just not worth the hassle right now.

In the end, FACAI-Egypt Bonanza feels like a game at odds with itself. It has moments where everything clicks—the combat, the atmosphere, the soundtrack—but they’re overshadowed by persistent flaws. I can’t help but feel a little disappointed because, like Madden, this game had the potential to be so much more. If you’re still set on playing, I hope this guide helps you maximize the fun and minimize the frustration. But if you ask me personally? Your time is precious. There are at least two dozen RPGs released in the last year alone that offer a more consistent and rewarding experience. Sometimes, the best winning strategy is knowing when to walk away.