Age of War 2

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Age of War 2 is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Max Games Studios and was released on April 11, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Age of War 2 is a strategy game that transports players through the ages of human history, where they can wage war and upgrade their units and buildings. The game boasts good mechanics, humor, and graphics, but has been criticized for excessive advertisements. In this game, players can experience various combat scenarios while battling enemies and upgrading their armies. Overall, Age of War 2 offers an engaging and entertaining experience for strategy game enthusiasts.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,033 reviews

graphics40 positive mentions

monetization24 negative mentions

The game is addictive and brings back nostalgic memories from the original flash version.
There are multiple strategies to win, making it enjoyable for players who like to experiment.
The graphics and design have improved from the first game, providing a more engaging experience.

The AI is unbalanced, often evolving faster than the player and using abilities that give it an unfair advantage.
There are limited game modes and only a few unit types, leading to repetitive gameplay.
In-app purchases for additional content, like the generals mode, feel overpriced and limit the overall experience.

graphics
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the improved visuals compared to the original, describing them as "good" or "better," while others criticize them as "poor" or "cartoonish." Some users appreciate the art style and character designs, but others feel that the graphics do not meet their expectations, especially in comparison to the first game. Overall, while there are positive remarks about the graphics, there is a notable call for further improvements and updates.
- “Great graphics and quality.”
- “I have seen no better game ever; it is much better than Age of War 1 with the upgrades and better experience for gameplay and way better graphics than Age of War 1.”
- “It's an amazing game; the graphics, the controls, the music, the gameplay is superb. Awesome game.”
- “Totally disappointed, the graphics suck, the characters look weird.”
- “The graphics are very bad and this is the worst game I have ever seen in my life.”
- “The game is good but what has really changed since the first game except the graphics?!”
monetization
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over invasive ads and microtransactions that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the option to purchase an ad-free version, others feel that the game leans too heavily on a pay-to-win model and lacks sufficient free content. Overall, players desire a more balanced approach, favoring a one-time purchase model over ongoing monetization tactics.
- “No timers or microtransactions, just the player's skill.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly good, and there are few ads; if you can afford it, buy no ads to support them.”
- “I was afraid that this nostalgic game would be tainted by invasive microtransactions that make most mobile games unplayable for me.”
- “This game could easily pull a higher score if the microtransactions weren't so shameful; just release a full version of the game for an upfront price and use this as a demo version. People are sick of downloading something that is supposed to be a full free version and then we get blindsided by microtransactions.”
- “Game is pay-to-win, AI is too strong, and additional content is way too expensive; decent web game turned into a cash grab app.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its smoothness, balance, and enjoyable mechanics, while others criticize it for being repetitive, lacking depth, and having issues with unit balance and AI difficulty. Many users express a desire for more gameplay mechanics and multiplayer support, as well as improvements in graphics and tutorials for new players. Overall, while the game has its fun moments and nostalgic appeal, it appears to need significant enhancements to fully satisfy a broader audience.
- “Brilliant game though, nice graphics and enjoyable, smooth gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly good, and there are few ads. If you can afford it, buy no ads to support them.”
- “Great gameplay, the units are balanced and prices in the shop are fair.”
- “Honestly, these issues alone ruin the gameplay experience.”
- “Game needs more mechanics; right now ranged units are just broken because you can have so many of them attack at once.”
- “Compared to the first game, I think: -the graphics are terrible -gameplay is worse (AI cheats a lot more, requirement to mostly focus on a few unit types) -turrets broken.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
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The music in the game is widely praised, particularly the nostalgic soundtrack by Waterflame, which many players fondly remember from their childhood. While some reviews express dissatisfaction with the overall gameplay and graphics, the soundtrack consistently stands out as a highlight, evoking strong emotional connections and memories for long-time fans. However, a few users criticize the music as annoying or repetitive, indicating a mixed reception among players.
- “Basic, perhaps, but this game and its predecessor, along with that unforgettable soundtrack by Waterflame, were a memorable and most wonderful part of my childhood.”
- “I used to play the flash game on PC, and the music pops to my mind from time to time and I have to play it again.”
- “Played this all the time when I was a little kid, the music is remarkable; I always have remembered it, brings back memories.”
- “Annoying music, bad gameplay, bad graphics.”
- “Well that was a waste of time, the music was horrible and the voice acting.”
- “Copyrighted music.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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The reviews reflect a mixed reception regarding the game's story, with some players appreciating the storytelling through battles and the charm of the characters, while others criticize the lack of depth and brevity of the narrative. Many users express a desire for a more developed storyline and additional missions, indicating that the current narrative feels insufficient or too straightforward. Overall, there is a call for enhancements to the story aspect to elevate the gaming experience.
- “Love the storytelling through battle.”
- “These games have a nice story.”
- “Its own, but an extended storyline might make this game into that next level.”
- “Pretty straightforward, no story; nothing can be learned from Stick War.”
- “No story, no levels; nothing in this game.”
- “Please add a story mode.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both entertaining and hilarious, often enjoying the absurdity of easily defeating opponents and the comedic elements of gameplay. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter, making it a fun experience overall.
- “Good and wonderful, very funny game.”
- “It is very funny.”
- “It's a very good and funny game; I love it.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the strategic depth that encourages multiple playthroughs, many others find it lacking, citing minimal new content and low incentive to replay after initial enjoyment.
- “Command and Conquer fans rejoice as this game requires a lot of strategy and has huge replayability in a tiny >20 MB package.”
- “I enjoyed playing it once more, but it adds nothing new and has little replay value.”
- “Great time consumer, but not much replay value.”
- “Even the generals mode was very easy, and the replay value is very low.”
- “I enjoyed playing it once, but it adds nothing new and has little replay value.”
- “An okay game, although there is little strategy involved and little to no replay value.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with users frequently encountering bugs that hinder gameplay, such as loading issues and glitches affecting unit functionality. While some players appreciate the graphics and features, the persistent technical problems, including disappearing options and unresponsive units, significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “The game glitches and all the options disappear and weird troops automatically spawn.”
- “Trying to do insane and can't get past the Roman Empire since the artillery unit can't hit anything and the Egyptian guys can't move forward. If it glitches and my artillery can't hit, I waste about 1000 gold and I lose like, 'thanks Roman Empire, I can't beat the game.'”
- “I tried troubleshooting for more than an hour.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate a strong dissatisfaction with the new character design, suggesting that it negatively impacts the overall character development experience.
- “I despise the new character design.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired.”
- “I was hoping for more depth in the characters' backstories.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game is praised for its engaging content, players have expressed concerns about performance issues, specifically lag, indicating a need for optimization improvements.
- “The game runs smoothly after the latest optimization update, making the experience much more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game; it has significantly reduced loading times.”
- “The recent performance tweaks have made a noticeable difference, allowing for a seamless gameplay experience.”