- April 8, 2011
- 11 bit studios
- 6h median play time
Anomaly: Warzone Earth
A fresh, fun idea, beautifully and expertly made. Any game this inventive and clever is worth your 9.
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About
In "Anomaly: Warzone Earth," players command a military convoy through a hostile alien-infested city. Instead of a traditional tower defense game, this is a reverse-tower-defense title, where players strategically plan routes and manage units to complete objectives. The game features real-world locations, a compelling story, and tactical combat against unique enemy types.










- Unique twist on the tower defense genre, allowing players to control the attackers instead of the defenders.
- Engaging gameplay with a good balance of strategy and real-time action, requiring players to think on their feet.
- Visually appealing with good graphics and sound design, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- Difficulty spikes significantly in later levels, which can lead to frustration and repetitive gameplay.
- Limited variety in units and enemy types, making the gameplay feel somewhat monotonous over time.
- The story and voice acting are often criticized for being clichéd and lacking depth.
story
464 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game's story, while not groundbreaking, provides a basic framework for the gameplay, revolving around an alien invasion and the player's role in guiding a convoy through various missions. Players noted that the narrative is often generic and can feel clichéd, but it is complemented by decent voice acting and engaging mission objectives that keep the gameplay interesting. Overall, the story serves its purpose in driving the game forward, though many players felt it could have been more compelling and immersive.
“The story has some interesting twists and turns; it keeps your attention and draws you forward.”
“The game flows well, has decent graphics and music, and there are 14 main story missions with diverse objectives.”
“The main story in which aliens invade the Middle East and you've been chosen to check why this happened is quite entertaining, and the voiceovers are really good.”
“The story is generic - the aliens have suddenly invaded and conquered Iraq and Japan.”
“The main story is relatively short (can easily finish in one sitting) if you have a good strategy at the start of each mission.”
“The story tries, but has huge holes in it.”
Anomaly: Warzone Earth Review
With the varied unit types at your disposal and the commander abilities you can use, Anomaly: Warzone Earth should provide a lot of fun for those hoping to get something new out of this well-established genre.
85%Anomaly: Warzone Earth review
A fresh, fun idea, beautifully and expertly made. Any game this inventive and clever is worth your 9.
88%PC Review - 'Anomaly: Warzone Earth'
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