Aggression: Europe Under Fire
- April 9, 2014
- Lesta Studio
Get on Steam"Aggression: Europe Under Fire" is a real-time strategy game set in World War II. Players can command either the Axis or Allied forces, managing resources, building units, and engaging in tactical combat. The game features a destructible environment, dynamic weather systems, and historical campaigns across Europe.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and interesting concept that spans from WWI to WWII, providing a rich historical context.
- It offers a wide variety of units and detailed graphics, making battles visually engaging.
- Despite its flaws, some players find it enjoyable and recommend it for those interested in strategy games set in this historical period.
- The game is plagued by frequent crashes, especially during tactical battles, making it frustrating to play.
- The user interface is clunky and poorly designed, leading to difficulties in controlling units and managing resources.
- Many players report that the AI is unresponsive and the tactical combat mechanics are severely flawed, resulting in a lack of strategic depth.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the mechanics broken and the overworld map tedious, detracting from the action promised in the trailers. However, others appreciate the complex yet user-friendly nation management system, which offers depth and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of older strategy games. Overall, while there are significant flaws, some players still find enjoyment in the gameplay through mods and personal adjustments.
“I actually like this game, because the gameplay reminds me of War Leaders: Clash of Nations but with an older era and only covering Europe instead of the whole world, but I still like it!”
“Alas, the main game's mechanics are broken beyond repair, so it's not worth the hassle.”
“If you are interested, I've created some mods to correct some of the game's bugs and to tweak gameplay a bit.”
“It has a complex yet fairly easy to use nation management system, and this is what makes up the bulk of the gameplay.”
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game features a mix of historical and situational events, alongside random missions that can feel disjointed and poorly timed. Players express frustration with the lack of clarity and coherence in mission objectives, as well as the overall execution, which detracts from the narrative experience. The combination of these elements results in a chaotic and unsatisfying storytelling experience.
“You have many events, some will be historical (like proposals to finance the killing of Duke Franz Ferdinand or changing the government in Russia), some situational (like entering and forfeiting alliances and trading deals), or just random and sporadic (like there is a diplomatic mission, or some scientific congress, or something else is going on, and you may participate for a small resource bonus).”
“The stupid random missions, like a visit with your scientist to the congress somewhere only to be caught and killed by 'neutrals' on the way, for no reason.”
“The random missions don't give you enough time to even complete them.”
“Weirdo music, no info about missions, the worst graphics I've ever seen...”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users criticize them as the worst they've seen, others appreciate the decent quality and detail, particularly in the RTS-style combat sequences. The visuals are noted to enhance the experience, but they may not meet the high standards set by more hardcore strategy games.
“Besides that, the game has a great variety of units, decent graphics, most of the important historical figures, and many character skills that give more depth to the grand strategy aspect of the game.”
“The graphics are good, but the gameplay is too complicated.”
“There is also a decently basic RTS-styled fighting system where you can watch buildings blow up in graphical detail and lead your tanks and infantry to victory!”
“Weirdo music, no info about missions, the worst graphics I've ever seen...”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for being limited and unoriginal, with users describing it as "weirdo" and "boring," contributing to an overall negative impression alongside the game's graphics and lack of mission information.
“Limited soundtrack.”
“Boring and old soundtrack.”
“Weirdo music, no info about missions, the worst graphics I've ever seen...”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its immersive quality, featuring dynamic elements like roaming animals that enhance the overall environment and contribute to a lively, engaging experience.
“The atmosphere is captivating, with animals roaming freely throughout the map, adding a sense of life and immersion.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its beautifully crafted world.”
“Every corner of the environment feels alive, creating a rich and engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
