The single biggest mistake new players make is treating Songs of Conquest like your last MOBA. It isn't. The systems reward patience over reflex, and once you internalize that, everything else gets easier.
The single biggest mistake new players make is treating Songs of Conquest like Dark Souls II. It isn't. The systems reward patience over reflex, and once you internalize that, everything else gets easier.
The Foundations
Start with the basics: don't worry about optimization in the first 10 hours. Get a feel for the rhythm. The deep build-crafting comes later, and it makes a lot more sense once you've already lost a run or two.
The single biggest mistake new players make is treating Songs of Conquest like a casual mobile game. It isn't. The systems reward patience over reflex, and once you internalize that, everything else gets easier.
Common Mistakes
Most published 'tier lists' for this game are out of date within a patch. We'd rather teach you the underlying principle than hand you a list that's wrong in three weeks.
The single biggest mistake new players make is treating Songs of Conquest like a casual mobile game. It isn't. The systems reward patience over reflex, and once you internalize that, everything else gets easier.
What to Try Next
The single biggest mistake new players make is treating Songs of Conquest like Dark Souls II. It isn't. The systems reward patience over reflex, and once you internalize that, everything else gets easier.
Frequently asked questions
Is this guide spoiler-free?
We avoid story spoilers. Mechanics and systems are explained directly, but plot beats are not covered.
How current is this guide?
Updated for the most recent patch as of June 2026. Major balance changes are noted inline.
Do I need DLC for these strategies to work?
No. Everything covered here applies to the base game. Where DLC content is referenced, we mark it clearly.
Will following this guide work on hardest difficulty?
Mostly — yes. A few strategies become tight on hardest difficulty; we flag those where relevant.
Comments
Comments are moderated. Be civil — disagreement is fine, abuse isn't.
How does it compare to the developer's previous work? That's the real question.
Spent 60 hours with this. Worth every minute.
The economy is broken in the late game, surprised this wasn't mentioned.
The pacing in the second act is exactly the issue that gets glossed over in most reviews.
I disagree on the verdict. The story pacing is the real issue, not the combat.
Spoiler-free reviews like this are rare. Appreciated.