Age of War
- May 25, 2015
- Max Games Studios
- 2h median play time
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Reviews
- Faithful recreation of an old flash game with nostalgic value.
- No ads and a good port of an already amazing game.
- Fun gameplay that brings back childhood memories.
- In-app purchases for additional game modes are considered overpriced.
- Game can become repetitive and lacks replayability after a few plays.
- Data loss issues when exiting the game or switching apps.
- graphics70 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as impressive and enjoyable, while others criticize them as poor or lacking compared to other titles. Many users express a desire for improvements, noting that while the gameplay may be solid, the visual quality does not meet their expectations. Overall, the graphics seem to be a divisive aspect, with opinions ranging from "great" to "terrible."
“Great game, awesome graphics I'd play it even if I beat all the bosses.”
“Wow finally a game that packs a punch of actual full-time fun anytime anywhere what a game of joy the graphics are just astonishing please keep it up.”
“Impressive graphics.”
“Not like the original and the art style changed for the worse.”
“It's actually a pretty good game, but the graphics are terrible.”
“Graphics suck, gameplay sucks, been there, done that!”
- music68 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchiness and nostalgic quality, with many players expressing that it significantly enhances their gaming experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as one of the best aspects of the game, often mentioning its ability to evoke fond memories and create an engaging atmosphere. While some users wish for more control over sound options, the overall sentiment is that the music is a standout feature that keeps players coming back.
“Best soundtrack for a mobile app I've ever had the pleasure of experiencing. Whoever made this soundtrack shall be praised for years to come; they shall be showered with precious gems and goods, let them see grace and nothing less for as long as they live.”
“The game was great, but what made it memorable is the soundtrack.”
“Great game, great soundtrack, and gives so much nostalgia from my childhood.”
“I don't want the 'Glorious Morning' soundtrack anymore.”
“You have to buy stuff that's not even worth it, like the soundtrack and $6 for hacked mode. Seriously, you need to either lower the price or make it free.”
“Pause button, maybe a save and loading system, but most importantly a mute option. There is no way to mute the sound of turrets or units, so annoying when I'm trying to listen to music with my earphones.”
- monetization36 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the lack of intrusive ads and minimal microtransactions. However, concerns were raised about the high cost of in-app purchases and the balance of gameplay, with some players feeling that the monetization strategy detracts from the overall experience. While some users enjoy the game without ads, others express frustration over the presence of ads and the perceived greed behind expensive content.
“Pretty good port of an already amazing game, the extra stuff doesn't really bother and there are no ads shoved into it.”
“Recommended, microtransactions are only used minimally too.”
“In-app purchases are fair, minimal, and deserved.”
“Although it's extremely unbalanced and has too expensive in-app purchases.”
“For some reason they thought adding ads to a game you can play online ad-free was a good idea.”
“Nobody is going to pay $7 for a mobile game, definitely not for an update of one, and especially when there is no advertisement of what is probably just a new little spin on old content.. someone has obviously gotten a little too greedy.”
- gameplay23 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is well-received, with many players praising its interesting mechanics, smooth execution, and engaging soundtrack. However, some users express disappointment over the lack of new content in paid expansions and desire for more diverse ages to enhance the experience. While the game is described as fun and nostalgic, a few critiques highlight the need for improved graphics and design.
“Nice concept, interesting mechanics, and you also keep the beautiful background music!”
“Very interesting plot and fun gameplay.”
“Great gameplay and amazing music.”
“To those that saw Age of War and instantly wanted to download, this game is worth it; it gives the same experience, but not worth buying the extra content. It only makes the strategy on beating the normal game different but easier. It's not worth 5 dollars; it only adds a mechanic where they use the special moves like you, and it doesn't make it difficult when that happens at all.”
“5 bucks for the generals, which is literally the same gameplay; nothing new has changed because of it.”
“Graphics suck, gameplay sucks, been there, done that!”
- stability14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 79 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting significant bugs and freezing issues, particularly during gameplay and when losing. While a few players experienced smooth performance without glitches, many noted that the game is not as stable as the original version, leading to frustration and uninstallation for some. Overall, improvements are needed to enhance stability and user experience.
“Nothing wrong with it; works flawlessly. I have it on several devices, even dating back to Android Froyo, and it runs great on them.”
“Nice gameplay and no glitches or bugs found.”
“I experienced no glitches or bugs.”
“I cannot play this game; 99% of the time it freezes and I cannot play.”
“The only thing that needs to be fixed is when you lose, the app freezes and you have to close out the game.”
“Whenever anything to do with Google Play services comes up, my whole phone freezes.”
- story13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a desire for a more developed story mode in the game, with suggestions for a campaign featuring missions and character depth. While some users appreciate the existing narrative elements, they express a strong interest in additional content that would enhance the storytelling experience, such as historical contexts and strategic gameplay. Overall, the consensus is that a richer, more engaging story would significantly improve the game.
“Very interesting plot and fun gameplay.”
“Cool war story.”
“Plus, is there even a story?”
“I mean if the generals could have had more depth and they could have added a story.”
“Make a story mode where you must go and try to control the whole world and travel around facing other countries with different strategies.”
- replayability12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 58 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its fun gameplay and engaging graphics, but it suffers from extremely low replayability, with many players feeling that once mastered, there is little incentive to play again. Despite its enjoyable experience, the consensus is that the lack of new content or challenges significantly diminishes its replay value.
“Great game, but very little replay value.”
“Very little permissions, very engaging and replayable.”
“Way to go game developers, this is a great game that really is fun; not sure what you have to do to increase replayability as it's null right now.”
“Absolutely no replay value.”
“Zero replayability.”
“No replay value after the third time you play because you've basically mastered it at this point.”
- humor10 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The humor in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it very funny and enjoyable, others criticize it for lacking genuine fun and strategic depth. Overall, the comedic elements seem to resonate well with many, but not all players appreciate the humor or gameplay mechanics.
“This game is very funny.”
“I like the game and the views are funny.”
“It's so fun and funny.”
“There are so many non-strategic ways to win; it's not funny, like spamming cavemen slingshots until you rack up enough money to buy 20 super soldiers.”
“The humor feels forced and often falls flat, making the game less enjoyable.”
“I expected clever jokes, but instead, I got tired clichés that didn't make me laugh at all.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some users expressing frustration over frequent crashes and lag, particularly on Android TV. While the lack of focus on graphics is seen as a positive for smoother performance, the overall stability and optimization still require significant improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
“They don't put too much time into graphics, which is how I think games should be, so it runs smoothly and never crashes.”
“I loved that it was an app finally, but I can't even play it because it crashes all the time and lags out. Please fix this; I absolutely love this game, but I'm so disappointed in the game's performance.”
“Runs but not optimized for Android TV.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, indicating that it can become a monotonous and unenjoyable experience.
“The grinding feels tedious and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly monotonous, draining the fun out of the game.”
“The amount of grinding required is overwhelming and takes away from the overall experience.”
