Army Men Strike: Toy Wars

68%
Game Brain Score Based on 9,999 reviews
  • monetization
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Army Men Strike: Toy Wars is a strategy game with an intriguing story, perfect gameplay, and wonderful graphics. However, it features lots of grinding, annoying ads, and some bugs. As described by the game, build your toy army and use your strategy skills to rule the battlefield. Despite its flaws, it can make you laugh with its toy soldiers theme.

  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

68%
Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews
graphics227 positive mentions
monetization386 negative mentions
  • The game has great graphics and a nostalgic theme that appeals to fans of the Army Men franchise.
  • There are many events and activities to keep players engaged, and the community aspect is strong with opportunities to make friends.
  • The gameplay can be fun and addictive, especially when you find a good corps to join.
  • The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free players to compete against those who spend large amounts of money.
  • Customer support is often unhelpful and slow to respond, leaving players frustrated with unresolved issues.
  • There is a significant imbalance in gameplay, as higher-level players can repeatedly attack lower-level players without restrictions.
  • monetization469 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users criticizing the misleading advertisements that depict a different gameplay experience than what is actually offered. Players report a heavy reliance on in-app purchases, often feeling pressured to spend money to progress, leading to accusations of the game being a "cash grab." While some users appreciate the lack of intrusive ads during gameplay, the overall sentiment is that the game's monetization strategy is exploitative and deceptive.

    • “There are no ads whatsoever in this game, unlike other games.”
    • “Yes, there are in-app purchases, but they are not required to play the game.”
    • “It's a great game with microtransactions; I tend to stay away from these kinds of games, but I do have exceptions; this is a half exception.”
    • “I've spent around £300 on in-game purchases and most of it has been stolen.”
    • “The in-app purchases are so expensive, I've never seen a game with so many different £90+ purchase options.”
    • “This game is rigged to force in-app purchases in order to play or survive.”
  • graphics315 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the vibrant and nostalgic art style, while others criticize the animations as outdated or lacking detail. Some users highlight the impressive visuals for a mobile RTS, noting that the graphics enhance the overall gameplay experience, while others express disappointment, calling them cheap or subpar. Overall, the graphics are generally considered good to very good, but there is a clear desire for improvements and updates to meet modern standards.

    • “Great graphics and gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are insane and the gameplay is almost real life.”
    • “Graphically this game is phenomenal and the attention to detail is superb.”
    • “Graphics are not worth the experience.”
    • “Graphics are horrible and the fact that there is no pause button (or there is, but I could not find it in the first 2 seconds), just begs you to uninstall the whole thing as fast as possible.”
    • “Overall graphics look dull and sad.”
  • gameplay255 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it does not match the expectations set by its advertisements, which often showcase different mechanics or styles. While some appreciate the graphics and find the gameplay enjoyable and addictive, others criticize it for being repetitive, overly reliant on pay-to-win mechanics, and lacking clear instructions or balance. Frequent updates and bugs have also been highlighted as issues that detract from the overall experience.

    • “Great gameplay and strategy.”
    • “Awesome gameplay with loads of strategy and action.”
    • “I like the gameplay and it keeps you entertained by constantly going through different activities.”
    • “Gameplay is far too focused on pay to play as it gives you an undeniable advantage building more troops and upgrading your command center, as well as research which takes forever, but gameplay is fun and with time it is possible to play for free, only if you participate in all events and make it into a top corps to get enough gold for the ports you need to play events again.”
    • “The gameplay is absolutely nothing like the ads.”
    • “False advertising... gameplay is nothing like the ads.”
  • story185 mentions

    The game's story is often described as a nostalgic blend of Toy Story and military themes, featuring humorous and engaging elements, particularly in the early stages. However, many players express frustration with the lack of depth and progression in the storyline, as it often feels overshadowed by paywalls and repetitive missions. While some appreciate the visual style and character designs, the overall narrative experience is seen as simplistic and sometimes lacking coherence, leading to mixed feelings about its execution.

    • “The familiar features are all present, but Army Men Strike also provides a cute, cheesy story mode, a unique and well-executed visual style, fun scenario combat, and a myriad of nice details.”
    • “The addition of a campaign with an actual story is pretty welcome as well.”
    • “I love it because it's filled with story and action and fun; I would install this game if I were you.”
    • “The battles are short and simplistic and the storylines are pretty horrible.”
    • “Solo play is very weak; the 'story' missions randomly stop and you never find out what happens with the tan army.”
    • “Unless you came for story mode, this game is the worst.”
  • stability148 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and freezes that significantly disrupt gameplay. While some players acknowledge that updates are released regularly, many express frustration over the lack of effective fixes and inadequate customer support regarding lost items and compensation for glitches. Overall, the game's stability issues detract from the enjoyment, leading to a negative experience for many players.

    • “I've only just started, but so far, it's fun, and no glitches to report.”
    • “So far, no glitches.”
    • “Thus far, it seems like the game is fun to play and has no glitches like other similar games.”
    • “The game crashes and glitches constantly.”
    • “Customer service was more about shifting blame instead of fixing the glitches.”
    • “Game is filled with glitches and errors and developers offer little to no compensation when it affects you, even if you have spent real money.”
  • music45 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it charming and enjoyable, while others describe it as repetitive and annoying. Many users express a desire for the option to turn off the music or adjust its volume, as it can be distracting during gameplay. Overall, while some appreciate the nostalgic and fun elements of the soundtrack, others feel it detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I think it's a cute game; the music especially is really charming and delightful while I play.”
    • “Great game, love the music.”
    • “Fun and love the music.”
    • “Is there any way to turn off that damn music?!”
    • “The music is horrible and I have to play on mute.”
    • “The game sucked; the graphics were not good, the music was not good. It's sold rifles when there's no soldiers with rifles. Do not play this game.”
  • humor40 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the concept of tiny toy soldiers in war both hilarious and nostalgic. Many reviews highlight the funny voice acting, entertaining storylines, and amusing artwork, although some note that the humor diminishes after the initial hour of gameplay. Overall, the game is described as fun and funny, with a mix of lighthearted moments and adult humor that keeps players engaged.

    • “I like how it keeps me busy and I think the concept of tiny toy soldiers in war is hilarious.”
    • “Funny dialog, fun gameplay.”
    • “Hilarious artwork and a good game, but speedup costs way too much gold and why isn't there a queue to build (upgrade) more than one building?”
  • grinding25 mentions

    The game's grinding aspect is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the slow progression and nostalgic resource farming, while others find it tedious and overly complex. Many reviews highlight the lack of cooldowns and the potential for pay-to-win mechanics, leading to frustration with constant farming and attacks from stronger players. Overall, while some enjoy the grind as part of the experience, others see it as a barrier to enjoyment.

    • “If you love extremely slow grinding to level up officers, then this is the game for you.”
    • “It's not a strategy game; it's overly tedious and complex.”
    • “Too focused on pay to play, and the fact that players far more powerful can continually attack a far weaker player makes the game pointless to play unless you spend lots of money.”
  • optimization8 mentions

    Overall, players have mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While some report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, others criticize recent updates for degrading performance and not being optimized for certain devices, particularly tablets. Additionally, there are concerns about the game's design choices that seem to intentionally hinder performance during critical moments, potentially pushing players to spend more.

    • “Game runs smoothly.”
    • “This is fun all the way around; runs smoothly too!”
    • “Great game runs smoothly back to childhood memories.”
    • “The designers deliberately degrade game performance at critical times, requiring players to rebuild and thus spend more money to do it quickly.”
    • “Latest update really slows down game performance for eye candy.”
    • “Not optimized for tablet.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game is heavily influenced by Star Wars, featuring characters and designs that closely resemble iconic elements from the franchise, albeit with minor alterations. Players appreciate the level and character designs, as well as the underlying story, which adds depth to the overall experience.

    • “Love the level and character designs, as well as the story behind the game itself.”
    • “The character development is rich and engaging, making each character feel unique and memorable.”
    • “I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories adding depth to the overall narrative.”
    • “This is due to the Star Wars-based characters and items; they changed a single letter and used character designs exactly like them.”
    • “Love the level/character designs and the story behind the game itself.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is noted as unique and solid, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users feel that the developers prioritize monetization over ensuring an enjoyable atmosphere, which detracts from the game's immersive qualities.

    • “Overall though, it's a solid mobile game with a unique atmosphere.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players find the game highly enjoyable and emphasize its strong replayability, suggesting that it offers enough variety and engagement to warrant multiple playthroughs.

    • “Fun game, very replayable.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “I love how different strategies can lead to unique experiences every time I play.”
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