- December 20, 2017
- Pandemic Studios
- 5h median play time
Army Men RTS
Platforms
About
"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.









- Timeless masterpiece that evokes nostalgia for those who played it as children.
- Simple and engaging gameplay, making it a great entry point for newcomers to the RTS genre.
- Fun multiplayer experience with friends, allowing for battles with up to 8 players.
- Frequent technical issues, including black screens and crashes on modern systems.
- Poor unit pathfinding and AI behavior, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Lack of skirmish mode and limited multiplayer functionality, reducing replayability.
- story139 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The game's story is generally well-received, characterized by a nostalgic and humorous tone that blends military themes with the whimsical nature of toy soldiers. Players appreciate the straightforward narrative and engaging cutscenes that enhance character development, although some missions, particularly escort tasks, are noted for their difficulty and poor design. Overall, the campaign offers a fun and memorable experience, appealing to both new players and those revisiting the game from their 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.”
“The story is simple and fun, even on a replay, and while the dialogue is a little corny, it also has its charm, especially the one-liners from Bravo Company.”
“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 plot and characters are what you would come to expect from a 20-year-old game, but it is another key reason why the game is so enjoyable.”
“I played a few campaign missions until I got bored and promptly forgot about the game.”
“The story is basic.”