Age of Steel: Recharge

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Age of Steel: Recharge is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Quaint Emerald and was released on January 6, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Age of Steel: Recharge" is a real-time strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players must build and manage their base, gather resources, and create an army to fight off enemy factions. The game features a unique energy management system, adding an extra layer of strategy to base building and resource management.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 191 reviews

graphics20 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features charming pixel art and a satisfying soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
It's a fun, casual game that can be enjoyed in short sessions, making it a good time-killer.
The gameplay mechanics are straightforward, allowing players to quickly grasp the strategy involved in defending their base.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay, with a lack of depth and variety in strategies, leading to boredom after a few levels.
The campaign is very short, typically completed in about 2-4 hours, and lacks replayability as levels cannot be revisited.
Technical issues such as poor sound design, limited controls, and a simplistic interface detract from the overall experience.

story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The game's story is generally considered minimal and lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels more like an afterthought than a central element. While there is a campaign with a basic narrative and various missions, the gameplay often overshadows the story, leading to a repetitive experience with little engagement. Overall, the storyline is described as passable but not compelling, with many players expressing a desire for more substantial content and variety.
- “I like the sci-fi, futuristic setting and the story.”
- “With polished pixel-styled graphics and easy to understand controls, the storyline in the game is compelling and the music aptly somber.”
- “Fun-to-play side view strategy game with a story, ideal for short games of about 10 minutes.”
- “Short, with no story and very little replayability, but it's lightweight and good when you're waiting for something else to load.”
- “After all, I can't recommend this game as it is boring; there is little plot here, every level looks pretty much the same, and even though the graphics are really outstanding when compared to other pixel art/minimalist style games, there is not much behind those graphics when it comes to the actual game.”
- “The campaign does feature a short story, but I can’t tell you much about it as the text goes by so fast, it’s impossible to read everything.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
34%
9%
The graphics of the game are a mix of retro pixel art and minimalist design, which some players appreciate for its charm and style, while others find it outdated and lacking in resolution options. Many reviews highlight the polished visuals and artistic flair, though opinions vary on their overall impact on gameplay, with some noting that the graphics do not compensate for repetitive gameplay. Overall, the graphics are generally considered good for the pixel art genre, but they may not impress those seeking modern high-definition visuals.
- “This was an interesting, quick tower defense game with really nice pixel graphics.”
- “Age of Steel: Recharge features a very nice 2D art style, with beautiful backdrops that vividly depict each setting.”
- “Stunning graphics, addictive gameplay and a cool TD style aesthetic.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “Crappy graphics, lame gameplay, and terrible dialogue; don't these people even bother proofreading this crap.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
53%
17%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and overly simplistic, often leading to boredom after a short playtime. While some appreciate the lite-RTS mechanics and the potential for fun, others criticize the lack of depth, variety in units, and engaging challenges, suggesting that the game could benefit from additional content and balancing. Overall, while the graphics and aesthetic are praised, the gameplay itself is seen as lacking in complexity and excitement.
- “The gameplay consists of 3 lanes that you will all have to defend against waves of enemies, and every mission you obtain a unique weapon with which you can stir things up a bit.”
- “The base gameplay then works fine, and makes for an interesting lite-RTS style experience where you build units, upgrade your base to build more unit types, or research upgrades to existing units, all while fending off enemy attacks.”
- “Great mechanics that provide hours upon hours of challenging gameplay.”
- “Instead of that satisfying caveman to future march, you just get flat gameplay, repetitive units, and the creeping realization that you’d rather replay flash games from 2006 than push through another wave here.”
- “Sadly the game is very easy and once you find out a strategy, it works on all levels and the gameplay becomes boring.”
- “Unfortunately, the actual gameplay leaves a lot to be desired.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
38%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its ambient and thematic qualities, while others find it repetitive and annoying over time. Many agree that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, fitting well within the game's atmosphere, but there are complaints about the lack of volume control options. Overall, while the music is often highlighted as a strong point, its repetitiveness and inability to be turned off detract from the enjoyment for some players.
- “Like a fever dream with good music.”
- “Actually, I would even say that the soundtrack is the best part of the game.”
- “A wicked soundtrack just adds to the epic explosions and brutal battles you'll experience in the missions.”
- “My main complaint is the music and that you can't really turn it off.”
- “Music, while okay at first, gets very annoying.”
- “It doesn't have sound and music volume controls!”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to evoke strong emotional responses, ranging from tears to feelings of investment and emotional damage. Despite its seemingly cursed appearance, it delivers a surprisingly wholesome experience that resonates deeply with players, effectively engaging them on an emotional level.
- “I cried.”
- “Surprisingly wholesome for something that looked cursed.”
- “But I'm invested emotionally.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, the game has limited replayability, with users noting that it lacks depth and story, making it feel insufficient for its price. While some hope for future updates to enhance replay value, current feedback suggests it may only serve as a casual distraction rather than a game worth revisiting.
- “It has replayability, but not enough to warrant the price tag.”
- “Short, with no story and very little replayability, but it's lightweight and good when you're waiting for something else to load.”
- “Hopefully, as the game is developed, there will be more replayability added to it.”
- “So there is no real replay value.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is criticized for poor performance in the final levels, leading to frustrating delays between waves.
- “The last levels have terrible performance and the senseless waiting for the next waves.”
- “Optimization is a major issue; the game frequently lags during critical moments.”
- “I experienced constant frame drops, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting various bugs such as invulnerable enemy ships, crashes, and freezing during boss encounters. Many players have experienced issues that significantly impact gameplay, including problems with launching the game and balancing. Overall, stability appears to be a major concern for the player base.
- “Buggy; sometimes you cannot destroy your own ships, and sometimes enemy ships become invulnerable, but that seems to happen only if you change game difficulty mid-fight.”
- “Crashing, not launching, buggy enemies, horrible balancing... just about everyone had some issue with it.”
- “The game freezes for a second when bosses die.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The game's graphics and sound effectively create a surreal atmosphere that enhances its accessibility, allowing players to easily engage with the game in short bursts or longer sessions.
- “The graphics and sound create a surreal atmosphere that serves as a foundation for how easy it is to pick this game up, play a couple of stages, take a break, and then return - or even play an entire act in one sitting.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel significant and engaging.”
- “The combination of haunting music and stunning visuals creates an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The graphics and sound lend themselves to creating a surreal atmosphere that becomes a little bit of a foundation for how easy it is to pick this game up, play a couple of stages, go off, come back - or play an entire act in one sitting.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and risky, particularly when it comes to achieving certain accomplishments, which can be a frustrating experience for achievement hunters.
- “Achievement hunters beware: several of the achievements are a risky, incredibly tedious endeavor.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and often frustrating, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly became monotonous and unenjoyable.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the absurdity of the first boss, which players find both challenging and comically difficult to defeat.
- “Not a bad game, but the first boss is hilariously impossible to defeat.”

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Age of Steel: Recharge is a casual strategy game.

Age of Steel: Recharge is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 6 hours playing Age of Steel: Recharge.

Age of Steel: Recharge was released on January 6, 2016.

Age of Steel: Recharge was developed by Quaint Emerald.

Age of Steel: Recharge has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Age of Steel: Recharge is a single player game.

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