Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault
- July 18, 2016
- ACQUIRE Corp.
- 9h median play time
Aegis of Earth has one interesting idea and… that's about it. With its simple mechanics, okay story, and generally unimpressive presentation, it's okay for a portable game for quick bursts or killing time. However, those seeking more engaging tower defence titles best look elsewhere. This game has a place, but were it not on a portable console, would likely be in for an official reprimand. As-is, it fits in just well enough with the 'short spurt of play' ideology that makes it acceptable for a handheld title.
"Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault" is an action-packed strategy game where players must defend their city from hordes of monstrous enemies. As the last bastion of humanity, players will need to use advanced technology, strategic planning, and powerful weapons to survive each assault. The game features a unique perspective, with players commanding defenses from within the city, providing a fresh take on the tower defense genre.
Reviews
- Unique blend of tower defense and city management gameplay that offers engaging micromanagement.
- Great anime-style graphics and interesting characters that add personality to the game.
- Fun and exciting gameplay that can be enjoyable if you overlook the technical issues.
- Abysmal porting with significant technical issues, including lack of mouse support and frequent crashes.
- Achievements do not work, and there is no customer support from the developers.
- Long introduction and frustrating control settings that detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as unique and engaging, featuring a tower defense (TD) style where players manage units without traditional building mechanics. Despite some issues related to a poor PC port, the overall experience remains enjoyable, with solid design and graphics contributing to its appeal.
“Unique tower defense gameplay (as far as I know); you don't build, and let things play on their own. It has some micromanaging, which is engaging.”
“I've just spent two and a half hours on this game, and I have to say it is a solid game, very enjoyable. The biggest problems I've seen are due to a bad PC port, but I don't think these issues affect the gameplay that much.”
“Gameplay-wise, let's just call it RPG tower defense.”
“Got this on sale, but beyond that broken porting mess, the gameplay is solid with waifus in it.”
“Gameplay-wise, let's just call it RPGTD.”
“So I've just spent 2 and a half hours on this game and I have to say it is a solid game, very enjoyable at that. The biggest problems I've seen are due to a bad PC port, but I don't think these issues affect the gameplay that much.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game features impressive anime-styled graphics that enhance the tower defense experience, complemented by intense boss battles. While the visuals are well-received, some users have reported crashing issues, often related to graphic card compatibility rather than processor requirements. Overall, the design and graphics are considered good, contributing positively to the gameplay experience.
“This literally puts the story into the tower defense genre with great anime-styled graphics and intense boss battles.”
“The game still has good design and nice graphics, while the gameplay is okay.”
“I'm using Windows 10 64-bit and the game runs smoothly; if you experience issues like the game not responding or crashing (especially Windows 10 users), just remember to check your graphic card (update or change).”
“The graphics in this game are underwhelming and feel outdated compared to other titles released recently.”
“The visual quality is disappointing, with textures that look low-resolution and environments that lack detail.”
“I expected more from the graphics; they seem rushed and don't do justice to the game's potential.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story features a lengthy introduction and restricts access to settings until the first mission, which some players find frustrating. It combines elements of tower defense with an engaging narrative, enhanced by anime-style graphics and challenging boss battles. Players report that the storyline is intriguing and expansive, with significant content remaining even after several hours of gameplay.
“This literally puts the story into the tower defense genre with great anime-styled graphics and intense boss battles.”
“Interesting storyline.”
“I played for around 9 hours, and it seems I'm still about halfway through the story since there are still a good amount of new enemies to see and new weapons and upgrades to unlock.”
“The long introduction is frustrating, and the game won't let you access the settings until after mission one, which is quite annoying.”
“The story feels like it has been forced into the tower defense genre, lacking depth and engagement.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with users describing it as "awesome" and contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The music is absolutely fantastic!”
“I love the soundtrack; it really enhances the gaming experience.”
“The compositions are beautifully crafted and perfectly fit the game's atmosphere.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly on Windows 10 64-bit, but some experience crashes or unresponsiveness. It is recommended to check and update graphic card drivers to improve performance and stability.
“I'm using Windows 10 64-bit, and the game runs smoothly. If you experience any 'not responding' issues or crashes (especially Windows 10 users), just remember to check your graphics card (update or change).”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its over-the-top voice acting and intentionally cheesy English dubbing, which contribute to a unique and immersive experience. Despite its flaws, players find that it effectively conveys a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
“This game has a wonderful slice of anime tower defense that features over-the-top voice acting and cheesy dubbing, but it manages to convey a perfect sense of atmosphere. Once you get your head around it, the game is genuinely good.”
“The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its unique world and making every moment feel significant.”
“From the stunning visuals to the haunting soundtrack, the atmosphere created in this game is nothing short of magical, making it a truly unforgettable experience.”
Critic Reviews
Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault Review
Aegis of Earth has one interesting idea and… that's about it. With its simple mechanics, okay story, and generally unimpressive presentation, it's okay for a portable game for quick bursts or killing time. However, those seeking more engaging tower defence titles best look elsewhere. This game has a place, but were it not on a portable console, would likely be in for an official reprimand. As-is, it fits in just well enough with the 'short spurt of play' ideology that makes it acceptable for a handheld title.
60%Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault Review
Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault is a game that blends light city management and JRPG characters/plot with a rotational take on tower defence. Alone, each of these parts is not that great, but they work so successfully together that anyone with a minor interest in these types of games will likely enjoy the final product. Likeable characters, a simple but complex enough tower defence system, and a good coherency to the entire package make it a solid recommendation.
70%Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault Review
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