Army Men RTS

72%
Game Brain Score Based on 631 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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"Army Men RTS" is a real-time strategy game that brings the classic toy soldier franchise to life. Command green or tan army men, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, in battles across various environments. Utilize tactics, such as building bases and producing units, to gain an advantage over your opponents in this nostalgic warfare experience.

  • PC
  • Windows
  • Nintendo Gamecube
  • Play​Station
  • Play​station 2
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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 631 reviews
story32 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • Army Men RTS is a nostalgic trip that brings back fond childhood memories for many players.
  • The game features a fun and humorous campaign with unique settings and characters, making it enjoyable to play.
  • Despite its age, the game is easy to learn and offers a simple yet engaging RTS experience.
  • The game suffers from poor unit pathfinding, causing troops to get stuck and making strategic movement frustrating.
  • Many players experience technical issues, such as the game not launching or crashing on modern systems.
  • The lack of multiplayer support and skirmish mode limits replayability and can be disappointing for those looking for more competitive play.
  • story104 mentions

    The story of the game is generally well-received, characterized by its humorous and nostalgic tone, reminiscent of 90s military parodies and toy-themed adventures. Players appreciate the straightforward narrative and engaging missions, although some find the campaign's pacing uneven and certain missions overly simplistic or frustrating. Overall, the blend of charm, memorable characters, and playful scenarios contributes to a fun and enjoyable experience, particularly for those revisiting it from childhood.

    • “The story may be a joke copy, but it's great in the context of Army Men 90s humor and storytelling. The graphics even surprisingly hold up in 2023 for a game made in the 2000s, and moments in the game I completely forgot are a joy, providing pure nostalgia.”
    • “The storyline is done well too, blending silly Hollywood-style military machoism with the fact that everyone involved are plastic toy soldiers fighting in a backyard, very tongue-in-cheek.”
    • “The game offers intense and fun gameplay with a good story.”
    • “I played a few campaign missions until I got bored and promptly forgot about the game.”
    • “The story is basic.”
    • “Like many other Army Men games, it gets challenging, but unfortunately this is all due to really bad design and I'd honestly say if your enjoyment with the game is waning, stop at/after the escort mission.”
  • graphics41 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated, reflecting its early 2000s origins, but many players find them charming and nostalgic. While some reviews note that the visuals have aged poorly, others appreciate the art style and believe it holds up surprisingly well for its time. Overall, the graphics are seen as forgivable given the game's age, with many players valuing the fun and nostalgia over visual fidelity.

    • “The graphics even surprisingly hold up in 2023 for a game made in the 2000s.”
    • “The graphics are exactly what they should be for this type of game and the gameplay is brilliant.”
    • “A classic, graphics aged better than I imagined.”
    • “The graphics are very old, but personally I don't care; I love it either way.”
    • “Horrible graphics and gameplay, even for a game from some years ago.”
    • “I paid $5.99... and for as old as it is, with the graphics being so dated, and the controls and systems so buggy or poorly designed, this game should really be less.”
  • gameplay30 mentions

    The gameplay features three modes: campaign, great battles, and multiplayer, offering a blend of strategy and simplicity that appeals to both beginners and seasoned players. While the mechanics are generally straightforward and entertaining, some users noted issues with unit pathing and a lack of tactical depth, leading to a somewhat clunky experience. Overall, the game is praised for its fun factor, engaging voice acting, and nostalgic charm, despite some criticisms regarding graphics and gameplay limitations.

    • “The gameplay, art, and story are all phenomenal.”
    • “It was an outstanding console game at the time because it offered creative gameplay through strategy and tactics when so many other games were linear.”
    • “The game offers intense and fun gameplay with a good story.”
    • “And the mechanics don't really allow you to do anything more advanced.”
    • “A lot of new mechanics I hardly used because of how unintuitive their introductions were, and I was trudging through later levels as if they were hell because of it.”
    • “Gameplay is a bit clunky considering the units have terrible pathing (which is almost unforgivable when minesweeper pathing is paramount to success in some missions), but luckily that's a disadvantage shared with the enemy.”
  • humor17 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it enjoyable and nostalgic, particularly for those who grew up in the 80s and 90s. While some cutscenes may be cliché, they still manage to elicit laughter, contributing to a charming and entertaining campaign. Overall, the blend of funny storytelling, engaging voice acting, and a whimsical toy soldiers theme enhances the game's appeal.

    • “Pretty enjoyable and easy to learn the different units with a good and funny story.”
    • “The story may be a joke copy but it's great in the context of army men 90s humor and storytelling. The graphics even surprisingly hold up in 2023 for a game made in the 2000s. Moments in the game I completely forgot (like how Bravo Company got captured minus Hoover lol never gets old 'sheesh we can take them!...or uh, nevermind...') that are a joy. The fighting can even be intense; the tan AI in the story or GB on hard can provide you a good fight, and best of all, pure nostalgia.”
    • “The humor in cutscenes is sometimes cliché and predictable but still succeeds in making you laugh or at least smile.”
  • music16 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its charm and ability to evoke a playful, Toy Story-like atmosphere. While some find it repetitive, others highlight the variety and quality of the soundtrack, noting its dramatic and epic themes that enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to its nostalgic and engaging qualities.

    • “The music is absolutely brilliant and incredibly underrated.”
    • “Amazing voice acting and the soundtracks are the best.”
    • “With great story, enjoyable music, plus funny voice acting.”
    • “The music is decent, but very repetitive.”
    • “There's 7 different tracks; if you don't include the theme or the credits of the game, the dramatic music near the end of any mission does sound a lot more epic than it should be for army toys.”
    • “It has its charm and Toy Story-like music, but it's not for me.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game's stability appears to be inconsistent, with some users experiencing significant troubleshooting to get it running on Windows 10, while others report smooth performance on platforms like Steam Deck. Overall, while it may require multiple attempts to launch successfully for some, many players find it runs well once operational.

    • “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
    • “Runs great in Steam Play.”
    • “Runs great; I don't know about the people having issues on Windows 10 since it runs great for me and I'm on Windows 10.”
    • “After a day of troubleshooting, I was finally able to get it to run on my Windows 10 PC through a bizarre combination of safe mode, forced compatibility, and other methods.”
    • “I paid $5.99, and for how old this game is, with the graphics being so dated and the controls and systems being so buggy or poorly designed, it should really be priced lower.”
  • replayability5 mentions

    Overall, the game offers a mix of replayability experiences; while some players find it highly enjoyable with numerous strategies that enhance replay value, others note only minor replayability due to its less complex nature. The ability to engage with the game casually, such as while watching a show, contributes positively to its replay potential.

    • “The controls are great and the strategies are numerous, making it a lot of fun and gives a lot of replay value.”
    • “Fairly high replayability.”
    • “It also has great replay value, as it is not super in-depth of an RTS; you can watch a show and play this game no problem.”
    • “There's minor replayability, and I'll tell you why.”
    • “The game lacks significant incentives to play through again.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little reason to return.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues on PC, leading to poor performance that detracts from the overall experience. Many users express frustration, stating that it feels unoptimized and would only be recommendable if these issues were addressed.

    • “It was not optimized at all to run on PC.”
    • “If this game was optimized for PC, I would recommend it, but not in this state.”
    • “Unoptimized garbage.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is impacted by technical issues related to modern hardware, which can detract from the overall experience. Users feel that while the game has the potential for deep emotional engagement, these technical challenges may hinder immersion.

  • character development1 mentions

    The character development is highlighted as outstanding, with exceptional voice acting that deeply engages players and immerses them in the game's narrative.

    • “Outstanding voice acting and character development that really yanks you right out of your chair and into the basement!”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers perceive the game's monetization strategy as exploitative, likening it to a cash grab, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “This game being on Steam is fine, but it just feels like a big cash grab to me.”
    • “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I feel like I'm being pushed to spend money at every turn, which ruins the enjoyment of the game.”
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