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Armored Warfare

If you're looking for a tactical war game where you're sitting behind the controls of a steel behemoth, then this is for you. There's a lot to grasp, and it'll take a lot of time to learn, but it's worth giving a go.
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63%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
grinding, optimization
62% User Score Based on 2,440 reviews
Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

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Armored Warfare is a single player and multiplayer tactical shooter game with a warfare theme. It was developed by Wishlist Games and was released on November 17, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Modern Military Hardware - Use steel giants to wipe the enemy from the face of the earth! Operate the most powerful tools of destruction invented by mankind: heavily armed tanks and artillery.In Armored Warfare you will be able to drive and do battle in the mightiest armored vehicles from dozens of countries around the world. Read on below for more information about the vehicles you'll be driving …

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62%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,440 reviews
gameplay73 positive mentions
grinding98 negative mentions

  • The game offers a fun and engaging PvE experience with a variety of modern tanks and vehicles.
  • Progression is relatively quick and less grindy compared to other tank games like World of Tanks and War Thunder.
  • The graphics and sound design are impressive, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
  • The game suffers from long queue times for PvP matches and a dwindling player base, making it difficult to find games.
  • There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including crashes and performance problems, particularly for players outside of Europe.
  • The monetization model is heavily criticized, with many players feeling pressured to spend money on premium content and loot boxes.
  • gameplay
    247 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay in "Armored Warfare" is a mixed bag, with some players praising its engaging PvE mechanics and modern tank options, while others criticize the heavy reliance on World of Tanks-style mechanics and the grind associated with progression. The game features a variety of vehicles and offers a more casual experience compared to its competitors, but issues like server performance, balance problems, and repetitive gameplay detract from the overall experience. While the graphics and core mechanics are generally well-received, the presence of microtransactions and technical issues have led to a divided player base regarding its long-term appeal.

    • “The mechanics are solid, the tanks look great, and the tech trees are easy to climb.”
    • “Great for casual and dedicated players looking for explosive action and strategic gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is fun and I wanted to fill my need for a modern tank game and this is it.”
    • “The tank mechanics seem crude - the controls are heavy, the shooting is not felt, and the damage physics are strange.”
    • “Gameplay itself is equally bad, basically a ripoff of World of Tanks' childishly simple approach... tiny maps, no strategy, just wheel up to the middle and blast at each other until the hitpoints are all gone.”
    • “The game is cluttered with an ugly UI straight in your face, the game modes are simplistic and extremely repetitive, and the gameplay makes me want to puke at the screen.”
  • story
    213 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the engaging narrative involving corporate warfare and mercenary contracts, while others find it lacking depth and repetitive. Although there are various PvE missions that contribute to the storyline, many users express frustration with bugs, long wait times, and a grind-heavy experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, while the story adds some context and interest, it often feels overshadowed by gameplay issues and a lack of mission variety.

    • “The story of this game is quite interesting; it involves corporations gaining too much power and going to war with one another by contracting private military companies, and you (Black Company) are here to stop this madness and maintain peace.”
    • “This might sound pretty simple, but the story goes a bit deeper than that, and special ops missions develop them, being updated every once in a while with a new chapter.”
    • “The game has a wonderful backstory; you have modern weapon systems on modern tanks, in brilliant HD, with highly detailed maps that feel like real-world places.”
    • “However, its storyline lacks depth compared to other titles in the genre.”
    • “Game isn't really hooking at first, you're thrown in a story that you have no idea where it begins, and be ready to be bored by the amount of grind that is needed for the higher tier tanks.”
    • “Not much story or lore from what I could tell... seems pretty bland, but it's nice to see a game with a variety of tanks and upgrades to even offer pve in the first place.”
  • graphics
    191 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive a mixed but generally positive reception. Many players appreciate the detailed visuals and realistic effects, noting that they surpass those of similar titles like World of Tanks, although some mention that the graphics feel dated or could benefit from further optimization. While there are occasional complaints about performance issues and limited graphical settings, the game's aesthetic is often described as impressive and immersive, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “Reminiscent of World of Tanks, Armored Warfare delivers superior graphics and realistic mechanics.”
    • “The graphics are nice and smooth, the sound design is phenomenal, the map design is well thought out, the gameplay is riveting and intense.”
    • “Graphics are fantastic, with gorgeous visuals that make it realistic.”
    • “I am referring to graphics; everything has a godly glow to it, and there is no way to dim this.”
    • “The graphics do not look remarkable by today's standards.”
    • “Poor graphics, and lazy optimization, bad quality maps and missions... did you believe this game is using CryEngine?”
  • grinding
    106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game receives mixed feedback from players. While many appreciate that the early tiers are less grindy compared to competitors like World of Tanks and War Thunder, they also note that progression becomes significantly more tedious after tier 6, often requiring substantial time investment or premium accounts to advance efficiently. Overall, players find the grind manageable but repetitive, with some expressing frustration over the need for extensive grinding to unlock desired tanks and the long wait times for PvE matches.

    • “There are some good parts though, the grind is not tedious at all.”
    • “The tech tree is quite big, the grind isn't as tedious as in other games.”
    • “The things that I liked about this game are the PvE content, and it's not that grindy compared to other famous tank games out there.”
    • “The thing I do appreciate is that the premium account is quite affordable in comparison to similar games, because without it, it's grindy as hell and got boring very quickly.”
    • “After tier 6, it's really grindy and they basically want you to pay real money to progress.”
    • “The game is fun but repetitive, and the grinding is a nightmare.”
  • optimization
    57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting severe performance issues, including choppy gameplay, server instability, and frequent crashes, even on high-end PCs. Many users feel that the game is poorly optimized compared to similar titles, lacking necessary quality of life improvements and bug fixes that have persisted for years. Overall, the consensus is that significant optimization updates are urgently needed to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “Somehow the in-game performance and launcher improve.”
    • “The available options to tune your gaming experience in terms of performance is really a welcome addition to assure that your FPS will not hinder much while gaming.”
    • “If this game has a good update (performance, bug fix, new physics, more tech tree) I would recommend it.”
    • “The performance is pulling this down.”
    • “The game's performance needs some improvements; I wish it would be more optimized for mid-lower end PCs.”
    • “The optimization is horrendous and the monetization is super aggressive.”
  • monetization
    53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it as predatory and exploitative, particularly due to high prices for microtransactions and premium content. While some users appreciate the ability to play for free and find the monetization less aggressive than competitors, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game has devolved into a cash grab, with frequent reminders to spend money and a lack of meaningful advertising to attract new players. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as a major detractor from the game's potential, overshadowing its gameplay experience.

    • “Don't let all the negative reviews deter you; people demand too much from a free-to-play game and then freak out because there are microtransactions.”
    • “The game's monetization is not predatory at all; I need to give it to them.”
    • “Unlike its competition, Armored Warfare does not come with premium ammunition or pay-to-win vehicles, with most in-game purchases only going towards either cosmetic changes or progression acceleration in one form or another.”
    • “But instead of fixing the core issue—no players—they lean on expensive monetization.”
    • “The game's monetization is not predatory at all, I need to give it to them.”
    • “This game has degraded into a cash grab heap, fine work obsidian.”
  • stability
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and long loading times that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users have experienced persistent bugs, including issues with matchmaking, UI glitches, and texture problems, leading to an overall perception of the game as unreliable and frustrating. Despite some positive gameplay elements, the overwhelming consensus is that the game's technical issues detract from the experience, making it difficult to enjoy consistently.

    • “The game is really good in terms of gameplay; it's smooth, the shooting mechanics are solid, and it looks and runs great.”
    • “There are no glitches or bugs.”
    • “Although it doesn't really matter if it freezes entirely every other match, today's update made it unplayable for me.”
    • “- On half the PvE missions, the game freezes at 52% in the load screen, a bug the devs have been aware of for many months now, and they still haven't fixed it.”
    • “The game became very unreliable over these couple of years: crashes mid-game, very long loading times, PvP is practically dead, and random freezes during the match, which causes you to crash out and corrupts the game, so you have to either reinstall all the time or verify files in hopes of having it fixed.”
  • humor
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as a mix of unintentional comedy stemming from gameplay quirks, such as bizarre physics and matchmaking frustrations, which players find amusing. While some elements, like the main menu character and certain tank mechanics, are criticized for being unfunny, the overall experience is often seen as entertaining due to the absurdity of various situations, including broken systems and unexpected player interactions. Despite its flaws, many players recommend the game for its humorous moments.

    • “Physics is a little weird but it's quite funny!”
    • “I recommend to anyone to play this funny game.”
    • “The lower front plate is near universally made of sheet paper, and balancing is hilarious.”
    • “Let me turn off that annoying, unfunny main menu guy, and then I'll recommend this to someone.”
    • “It is not funny.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game features a vibrant rap soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, though some users feel there is a lack of sound effects. Overall, the soundtrack is generally praised as fantastic and engaging.

    • “The music is fantastic, in my opinion.”
    • “A rap soundtrack and bouncy suspension too.”
    • “Great soundtrack.”
    • “There aren't enough sound effects and music.”
    • “The soundtrack is lacking variety.”
    • “The rap soundtrack feels out of place and the bouncy suspension doesn't help.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by well-designed, detailed maps that create a realistic environment, contributing to a fun and relaxed gameplay experience. However, some users feel that the overall atmosphere is undermined by a lackluster storyline, resulting in a mixed reception.

    • “Atmospheric, realistic, detailed, well-designed maps.”
    • “Good maps, solid fun, and maneuverable vehicles create a more relaxed player atmosphere.”
    • “However, it falls short in terms of storyline and atmosphere, making it a mixed bag overall.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional response to the game is overwhelmingly negative, with users expressing frustration over the grind and a toxic environment, particularly in PvP. A player transitioning from World of Tanks feels disheartened by the game's current state, despite appreciating its graphics and personal achievements.

    • “I came over from World of Tanks after playing that game since January 2013. It had become quite toxic and pay-to-win, which was heartbreaking because the graphics are quite good and I have 13 tier 10s with a rather expansive list of accomplishments and medals.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game highly replayable due to its enjoyable mechanics, balanced pacing, and well-designed PvE content that offers rewarding experiences without excessive grinding.

    • “The game feels good, isn't overly grindy, and is quite replayable with very well-done PvE and rewards.”
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Armored Warfare is a tactical shooter game with warfare theme.

Armored Warfare is available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and others.

On average players spend around 30 hours playing Armored Warfare.

Armored Warfare was released on November 17, 2017.

Armored Warfare was developed by Wishlist Games.

Armored Warfare has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Armored Warfare is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include World of Tanks, World of Warships, World of Warplanes, Dreadnought, Heroes & Generals and others.