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Buy the Reus (Xbox One) in Kenya from City Gadgets Kenya. A god game for Xbox One where four giants shape a planet and its people. Same-day Nairobi delivery, M-Pesa accepted. Call 0745 575 931.

Reus (Xbox One) in Kenya

A strategy game for Xbox One players who like building, planning and watching a world grow.

Reus is a god game for Xbox One in which you control four giants who shape a planet, grow its plants and animals and guide the villages that settle on it. Available in Kenya from City Gadgets Kenya, this page is for shoppers searching "Reus Xbox One", "Reus game Kenya", "god game Xbox One", "strategy games Xbox One", "buy Xbox One games Nairobi", "city builder Xbox One" or "Xbox One games Kenya".

Reus is a different kind of game from the shooters and fighters that fill most shelves. You never control a single character. Instead you shape the land, and then you watch what the people on it do.

Key specs at a glance

Specifications come from published manufacturer and retail specification sheets. Gaming accessories are sold in several versions with different colours, model codes and platform labels, so please ask our team to confirm the exact model, colour and version in stock before you pay.

What's in the box

What Reus is

Reus is a strategy game from the studio Abbey Games in which you play as a force of nature. You control four giants, each tied to an element such as the ocean, the forest or the rocks, and you use them to change a small planet. People who search for "Reus Xbox One" or "god game Xbox One" are looking for exactly this kind of game, where you guide a world rather than a hero.

The game is calm to look at and surprisingly deep to play. You create resources and ecosystems, villages appear and grow, and you try to help them prosper without making them greedy enough to turn on you. It is a game of balance, patience and planning.

How a session works

The planet turns, and you give your giants tasks. One giant raises mountains, another plants forests and a third makes oceans. You then place plants and animals and minerals that give resources, and combine them to make better ones. A village that grows nearby may use those resources to build and develop.

Each game is divided into time periods, and in each one you try to reach goals. Success and failure are shaped by your decisions, so a poor choice can lead to a troubled village. The game's reward comes from seeing a plan work.

The four giants and the resource system

Each giant has its own strengths, and you combine their abilities to create resource-rich zones. For example, a forest near a river behaves differently from a forest near a desert. Learning which combinations produce good results is the central skill of the game.

As you play, you unlock new options and more complex combinations. This gives the game a feeling of discovery. A beginner can enjoy planting and watching, while an experienced player can search for the best layouts.

The villages and the people

The villages are the other half of the game. They respond to what you give them and what you take from them. A village may build a mine, a farm or a temple, and they may ask for something from you. If you help them, they thrive. If you neglect them, they may suffer.

Sometimes villages become ambitious, and you need to decide whether to support them. This gives the game a feel of caretaking and consequence, which sets it apart from a plain building game.

Pace, controls and who it suits

Reus is a slow, thoughtful game. It does not require quick reflexes, and you can think about your next step. It uses a controller on the Xbox One, and menus and radial choices are used for the many options. It suits players who like strategy and city builders, and who enjoy planning.

It is probably not the right game for someone who wants action or story. If you enjoy games where you watch a system grow, this one gives hours of calm enjoyment.

Is it suitable for children?

The art style is colourful and the pace is gentle, so it can suit older children who enjoy strategy. Check the age rating on the case, and use Xbox family settings as you wish. Younger children may find the strategic ideas hard to follow.

Playing it on your Xbox

This is an Xbox One game that normally runs on the Series X and Series S through backward compatibility. It does not need online play for the main game. Check your free storage before you install, and ask us for a digital option if you own a Series S, since a disc will not play on it.

Save your progress regularly, and use a surge-protected extension so that a power cut does not interrupt your session.

Common questions before buying

Is Reus an action game? No. It is a calm strategy game in which you shape the world and guide villages.

Can two people play? No, it is a single-player game.

Do I need the internet to play? No. You may need it for installing and for updates.

Is it easy to learn? The basics are easy, but the best strategies take time to learn.

How long does a game last? A session can last an hour or more, and you can replay with different choices.

Is it a disc or a digital code? We confirm this for the specific unit before you pay.

Questions we hear often about Xbox games in Kenya

• Is it safe to buy a game from a shop in town? It is safe if you buy from a seller who shows you the item, gives you a receipt and explains the terms. We tell you whether the stock is a disc or a digital code, and which edition, before you pay.

• Will this game work on my Xbox? That depends on your console and on the edition. Tell us whether you own an Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Series X or Series S, and we will confirm. A Series S has no disc drive, so a disc will not play on it.

• Do you deliver in Nairobi and outside? Yes. Orders confirmed before 3pm are delivered the same day in Nairobi, and outside Nairobi we deliver by courier, typically 1 to 3 business days after dispatch. The delivery charge is confirmed before you pay, and M-Pesa is accepted.

• Is the game new? We list new items and show you the sealed pack. If a pack looks opened or damaged, tell us before you pay.

• Can you recommend what else I need? Tell us your console, your storage space and your budget. We would rather recommend one good game than sell you several you will not finish.

Your first hour with Reus

Start by learning what each giant does. Use the ocean giant to make water, the forest giant to plant, and the rock giant to raise stone and minerals. Place a few plants near each other and watch how they change one another. The game teaches by showing results, so experiment and notice what happens.

When the first villages appear, watch how they react. They need resources, and they will build near what you provide. Try to give them what they need without handing over too much, since a spoiled village can become demanding. Keep the early goals small, and expand as you understand the rules.

It is fine to restart a game if your first planet goes badly. Every attempt teaches you something, and later attempts go faster.

Strategy ideas for planning your world

A good habit is to think in clusters. Put plants that combine well next to each other, so that you get stronger resources. Use animals and minerals where they support the same area. A cluster that produces food, wood and metal together makes a village strong.

Another idea is to watch the time. Each period brings new demands, and you can prepare ahead. If you can see which resource a village will want next, begin producing it early. Patient planning beats last-minute fixes.

Finally, keep an eye on balance. If you push one resource too hard, you may harm another. The game is about making a world that works, not about maximum output.

Why a calm game is good for a busy home

Many Kenyan homes share one television, and a calm single-player game fits that well. Reus is quiet, it does not need loud action, and you can pause when the household needs the TV or when the power goes. It is a game for the evening after work or school, when you want to relax and think.

Who should choose Reus over another game

Choose Reus if you want a thoughtful game that is different from the usual action titles, and if you like to watch the results of your decisions. It is a good second game for a household that already owns a shooter or a sports title, because it adds a quiet option for evenings when you do not want noise. It is also a sensible pick for someone who has enjoyed city builders or farming games and wants a new idea.

Choose another game if you want a competitive or social experience. Reus is a solo game. If you are buying for a group of friends, a co-op or party game will give you more value. Tell us who will play, and we will suggest the best fit from our list.

Finally, remember that the game rewards patience. Give it a couple of hours before you decide. Many players find that it takes a little time to click, and then it becomes difficult to put down.

Ordering from City Gadgets Kenya

Tell us your console and whether you want a disc or a digital copy, and we will confirm what is in stock. We can arrange same-day delivery in Nairobi for orders confirmed before 3pm, and M-Pesa is accepted.

Final buying notes

Before you order Reus (Xbox One), take a minute to think about whether a slow strategy game suits the way you like to play. If you are unsure, call or WhatsApp our sales team on 0745 575 931 with the model of your Xbox and what you like to play, and we will tell you honestly whether this game suits you.

We would rather lose a sale than sell you something that does not suit your setup. We let you inspect the pack, and we confirm any detail that is not published, such as the format and the edition, before you pay.

You can visit the shop at New Alnoor Exhibition, Shop 7, Second Floor, Taveta Road, Nairobi CBD, or we can arrange same-day delivery in Nairobi for orders confirmed before 3pm.

Playing Xbox games in a Kenyan home

Most Xbox owners in Kenya play on a console in a sitting room or bedroom, often shared by family members of different ages. A few practical habits make the experience better. Plug the console into a surge-protected extension, because Kenya's power can spike when it returns after an outage, and keep the console where air can flow around it, never in a closed cabinet. Dust is a constant, so wipe the console and controller with a dry cloth and keep discs in their cases.

Games take space. Many modern games are tens of gigabytes, and an older game can still receive large updates. If your console is almost full, delete finished games and keep only those you play. A game you delete can be installed again later, as long as you have the disc or the licence, and your saved progress is kept on the console or in the cloud when you are signed in to your Xbox account.

Which Xbox does this game play on?

Xbox games are made for particular generations of console, and it helps to know yours. The Xbox One family includes the original Xbox One, the Xbox One S and the Xbox One X. The Xbox Series family includes the Series X, which has a disc drive, and the Series S, which has no disc drive. Many Xbox One games also run on the Series consoles through backward compatibility, and some run better there. Games made for the Xbox 360 and the original Xbox are a separate matter, and only some of them run on newer consoles.

The most important practical point is the disc drive. A Series S cannot read discs at all, so a disc version of a game is useless on a Series S, and you would need a digital version instead. If you own a Series S, tell us before you buy. If you own a Series X, an Xbox One S or an original Xbox One, discs work, subject to the compatibility listed on this page.

We list each game for the platform named on its page. Whether the item in stock is a disc or a digital code, and which edition, is confirmed per unit, so ask us before you pay and we will tell you plainly.

Online play, updates and your Xbox account

Some features need an internet connection. Online multiplayer on Xbox normally needs an Xbox account and, for most online multiplayer games, an active Xbox online subscription. Updates and patches download over your home connection. In Kenya, a fixed home fibre or a stable router connection is better than mobile data for large downloads, and you should check your data bundle before you start a large update.

Keep your account details private. Never share your password with a seller or a stranger. We do not need your account password to sell you a game, and you should be cautious about anyone who asks for it.

Age ratings and family settings

Games carry age ratings, such as ESRB and PEGI ratings, which guide whether a game suits a child. A rating is a general guide and does not replace a parent's judgement. Xbox has family settings that let a parent set age limits for games, set screen-time limits and manage spending. If children play on your console, take ten minutes to set up a child account, and talk with them about online safety, including not sharing personal details and what to do if a stranger is rude.

How to check your game when it is delivered

1. Inspect the packaging for damage before you sign. A disc game should be in a clean case with an unscratched disc.
2. Check that the title, the platform logo and the edition match what we confirmed with you.
3. If it is a disc, look at the disc surface for scratches, and check that the case includes the disc and any inserts we confirmed.
4. If it is a digital code, check that the code arrives intact and has not been used, and redeem it on your own account as soon as you can.
5. Install the game on your console and play for a few minutes, so that any problem shows up while you can still tell us.
6. Contact our Customer Relations team on 0794 488 806 straight away if anything is wrong.

How to avoid fake or unsuitable games

Game discs and codes can be copied or sold in the wrong region. Watch for these signs.

• Check the packaging and the print. Blurry artwork, spelling mistakes, a missing platform logo or a missing rating label are warnings.
• Check the disc. A genuine disc has sharp printing and consistent markings. A hand-written or blank disc is not genuine.
• Check the region and language. Some versions may be locked to a region or lack a language you want, so ask us.
• Watch the price. A price far below the market for a recent game is a reason to ask why.
• Be wary of shared accounts. Be careful of any offer to share an account instead of selling you a game of your own, because accounts can be recovered by their owners and you may lose access.
• Buy from a seller with an address. Choose a seller who gives a receipt and explains the warranty, and avoid paying a stranger before you have seen the product.

Warranty and stock

Warranty and return terms for games depend on the format and the seller, and opened games and redeemed codes are generally not returnable unless they are faulty. We confirm the format, the platform and the exact terms in writing for the specific item before you pay, and Customer Relations on 0794 488 806 handles questions after purchase. Keep your receipt and the case.

Strengths and limits

What we like:

• A calm, original idea unlike most console games
• Rewards planning and experimentation
• Colourful and gentle to look at
• Works offline

What to keep in mind:

• Single player only
• Slow pace will not suit action fans
• Controller menus take time to learn
• The format and edition in stock must be confirmed

Who should buy the Reus (Xbox One)

• Strategy and city-builder fans
• Players who like a relaxed game
• Older children who enjoy planning
• Anyone who wants something different from shooters

Who should look elsewhere

• Players who want fast action
• Anyone who wants a multiplayer game
• Owners of a Series S who cannot use discs, unless we supply a digital code

Compare before you buy

Compared with a city builder. Reus lets you shape the land and the resources, but you do not draw roads or place houses directly.

Compared with a shooter or racing game. Those games ask for quick reactions. Reus asks for patience and planning, so it suits a very different mood.

Why buy from City Gadgets Kenya

Genuine, brand-new stock from a Nairobi shop you can visit. City Gadgets Kenya is at New Alnoor Exhibition, Shop 7, Second Floor, Taveta Road (at the Taveta Road and Accra Road junction), Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday to Friday 9:00am to 7:00pm, and Sunday 11:00am to 4:00pm (Saturday closed).

• Sales (pricing, stock and orders): call or WhatsApp 0745 575 931 on WhatsApp.
• Customer Relations (warranty, returns and support): call or WhatsApp 0794 488 806 on WhatsApp.
• Email: sales@citygadgetskenya.co.ke, handy for invoices, bulk orders and warranty paperwork.
• Delivery: same-day delivery in Nairobi for orders confirmed before 3:00pm on a working day. Outside Nairobi we deliver by courier to your nearest agent or your door, typically 1 to 3 business days after dispatch. The delivery charge depends on your location and the size of the item and is confirmed before you pay. Collection from the shop is free. Delivery times are estimates, not guarantees.
• Payment: M-Pesa accepted.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Reus worth buying? If you like strategy and quiet planning, yes. If you want action, choose another game.

Does Reus work on Series X? It is an Xbox One game that normally runs on Series X through backward compatibility. We confirm for your console.

Can children play it? Many older children can. Check the age rating on the case.

Is it a long game? It can last many hours across several sessions.

Can I pay via M-Pesa? Yes, M-Pesa is accepted.

Do you deliver outside Nairobi? Yes. Outside Nairobi we deliver by courier, typically 1 to 3 business days after dispatch. The delivery charge depends on your location and the size of the item and is confirmed before you pay.

What if it is faulty on delivery? Contact Customer Relations on 0794 488 806 straight away, and we will advise on the next steps.

Order the Reus (Xbox One) today

Available now at City Gadgets Kenya. Call or WhatsApp our sales team on 0745 575 931 (WhatsApp) to confirm stock, the version, delivery and what is included, or email sales@citygadgetskenya.co.ke. Visit us at New Alnoor Exhibition, Shop 7, Second Floor, Taveta Road (at the Taveta Road and Accra Road junction), Nairobi CBD.