Art of War: Legions

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"Art of War: Legions" is a strategy game with a good plot and enjoyable game mechanics, featuring phenomenal visuals and comedic elements. However, the game is heavily reliant on grinding and bombarded with ads, while also riddled with bugs. According to the game, players can upgrade their armies and create unique formations to defeat enemies.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,996 reviews

gameplay171 positive mentions

monetization1.8k negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, with a variety of troops and heroes to collect.
The optional ads for bonuses are a great feature, allowing players to choose when to watch them.
The expedition mode is engaging and provides a nice challenge compared to the main game.

The game becomes repetitive and lacks meaningful strategy after a certain point.
There are frequent crashes and connection issues, making it frustrating to play.
The game is heavily pay-to-win, with expensive in-app purchases and a grindy progression system.

monetization
2,070 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
3%
88%
The monetization strategy of this game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the option to watch them for rewards. However, numerous users have expressed frustration over the length and frequency of ads, often feeling that they spend more time watching ads than actually playing the game. Additionally, there are complaints about misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay, leading to disappointment among players. Overall, while the game allows for free play without constant interruptions, the reliance on ads for progression and the high cost of in-app purchases have raised concerns about its monetization practices.
- “I love in-game purchases; they can be useful and have perks but aren't required, you can do well without them.”
- “No ads unless you choose to watch them for extra rewards.”
- “No ads and it's really fun.”
- “The game is fine... but to get a good army you either need to spend tons of money or watch ads to triple your rewards.”
- “The ads are very misleading, the game isn't like the ads.”
- “This game is just another time sink designed to trick you into watching ads.”
gameplay
517 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
56%
11%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it for being repetitive, simplistic, and not matching the expectations set by misleading advertisements. While some appreciate the graphics and the variety of mechanics, others find the lack of strategic depth and the grindy nature of progression to be major drawbacks. Overall, the gameplay is described as easy to pick up but ultimately lacking in challenge and engagement, leading to a sense of boredom over time.
- “Creative characters that make you go 'oh, ha, I get it!', and the gameplay is varied and there's so much to do!”
- “The gameplay is simple but has some aspects of strategy when it comes to deciding on your formations or what units you leave off the board.”
- “Great gameplay and from what I can tell the developers are often making improvements and adding content.”
- “Gameplay doesn't match ads.”
- “The gameplay was nothing like that.”
- “Misleading advertising, completely boring unimaginative gameplay.”
graphics
314 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
36%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cute and simplistic art style that enhances gameplay without causing lag. However, several users criticize the graphics for being dull, generic, or misleading compared to advertisements, with some describing them as primitive or reminiscent of older games. Overall, while the visuals are often noted as enjoyable, there is a consensus that improvements could be made to enhance the overall aesthetic and detail.
- “The graphics are so nice and it really makes a 'Clash of Clans' vibe.”
- “The game's animations and art style are great enough to keep me playing repetitive tasks.”
- “Amazing graphics and texture; I think you should add sandbox or multiplayer because last time I played it, it was single player only.”
- “The graphics are poor quality, there's no strategy, and there are no puzzles or obstacles to maneuver, as the ads show.”
- “Worst graphics ever and game idea is the worst of a kind.”
- “The graphics are nothing like the ad I saw.”
story
236 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
80%
6%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative and challenging missions. While some enjoy the side missions, particularly the expedition mode, the main story is often described as repetitive and uninspiring, leading to a sense of monotony in gameplay. Overall, players feel that the absence of a compelling storyline detracts from the game's potential, suggesting that improvements in this area could significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “Perhaps a storyline should also be added with changing land areas (tundra, valley, desert, volcano area, etc.).”
- “Great game but I wish they'd add new content, maybe a story mode where you can further develop your military and fight against clans for territory.”
- “There are still a lot of areas to improve though, that's why I'm not giving it a 5, one of which is it lacks the lore needed for the game to be story-driven and more captivating.”
- “It does not even matter what you do in the game, because there is no story, and you always win against the AI.”
- “It's not that good; it's just a game that makes you slave away trying to make money to build a boring army, and there's nothing to do. The quests are just a copy of the 'main story,' which is just you killing random stuff with your boring army. It's just another bad mobile game with no plot and no good gameplay, not worth your time.”
grinding
176 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-focused, with many players finding the grinding aspect tedious and repetitive, especially at higher levels. While some enjoy the grind as part of the gameplay, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, often leading to a pay-to-win scenario where significant time investment is required to progress without spending money. Overall, the grinding is seen as a central but frustrating element, making the game feel monotonous and lacking in strategic depth.
- “It doesn't seem like there's much actual strategy involved in the game, since it's more about grinding up currency to buy enough troops to win the battles.”
- “The game is repetitive, boring, dull, tedious, wearisome, and monotonous.”
- “You can only get so far without having to play for 4+ hours a day grinding for a month just to advance to the next tier.”
stability
161 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
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97%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players experience issues particularly when watching ads for rewards, leading to lost progress and resources. While some enjoy the game despite these problems, the overall sentiment indicates a pressing need for improved stability and bug fixes from the developers.
- “The game works just fine, no bugs, no glitches.”
- “Also, it runs great on my Tab S7 and my Note 9.”
- “No glitches.”
- “The game freezes when you try to watch an ad for triple rewards, which is incredibly frustrating.”
- “It's a good game, but it constantly freezes and crashes, especially during battles.”
- “The game is full of glitches, and I often lose progress due to constant freezes.”
humor
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often described as whimsical and entertaining, with players enjoying the funny character designs and amusing gameplay elements. However, many reviews highlight a disconnect between the game's advertising and its actual content, leading to frustration over misleading promotions. While the initial humor is appreciated, some players find the gameplay repetitive and less engaging over time, diminishing the comedic appeal.
- “A funny game with a huge amount of spectacular battles.”
- “It's funny that most of the ads for this game don't even reflect any aspect of this game at all.”
- “Funny, easy, perfect time killer :D.”
optimization
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
55%
16%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews from users. While some players have noted significant improvements in performance following recent updates, others continue to experience severe lag, crashes, and overheating issues, particularly on older devices. Many users are calling for further optimization options, such as a low-performance mode, to enhance gameplay for those with less powerful hardware.
- “Game started out very rocky in the first version I downloaded, but the most recent update has vastly improved performance, as well as more than doubling the types of troops available and the amount of troops you can hold in the barracks.”
- “Edit: Performance with thousands of troops is so much better now, no more slow frame rate, congrats devs.”
- “It is a simple yet fun game and I'm really loving it; it is really optimized and the graphics are good.”
- “An absolute waste of time... bugs and glitches are never fixed and the devs just make new updates for more in-game resources, instead of optimization and bug-fixing... nothing special, just an absolute waste of time... just keep clicking the start button for 6000 times and yay you are in the last level.”
- “Add a performance update to make it better. I'm only on level 130 and my game crashes just from having the level up for 20 seconds. It sucks if you disregard the pay-to-win and the high-level numbers just to unlock a minuscule part of the game, then you can't overlook the lag. It is so annoying; you have to have the best internet or the best device to run it past that point.”
- “Worst optimization of all games I've played, except one which is no longer supported.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
65%
19%
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users noting that it often cuts off during gameplay and is reminiscent of Clash Royale, leading to accusations of a lack of originality. Players have expressed frustration over intrusive ads disrupting their listening experience and the overall quality of the in-game music being mediocre. While some users appreciated the music, the consensus leans towards it being repetitive and poorly integrated, contributing to a disappointing gaming experience.
- “I love the music of this game and the battles are so beautiful to see.”
- “(I liked Cat Quest music a lot) nice music, and great battles.”
- “Funny, grown adult but falling for the hokey music and simple game.”
- “One major thing is that the music cuts off when you do almost anything, which can be frustrating.”
- “I ended up deleting the app because some stupid music started in the arena event section even with all settings of sound turned off.”
- “Also the music in-game is a direct ripoff of the Clash games music.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
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Character development received mixed reviews, with some users praising the unique and fun character designs, while others found them to be inconsistent and lacking depth. Overall, the graphics and design were highlighted positively, but the gameplay's character development aspect did not resonate with all players.
- “Great addictive strategy game, with lots of upgrade potential. The character design is silly and fun, making it an overall great game of strategy.”
- “I also love the character design.”
- “Also cool character designs.”
- “2 stars for character design.”
- “The gameplay seems different, and the character designs are absolutely nothing alike.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of frustration and attachment to the game, highlighting emotional responses to gameplay mechanics and technical issues. While some enjoy the addictive nature and strategic elements, others feel disheartened by losing progress and experiencing bugs, leading to a sense of disappointment. Overall, the emotional engagement with the game is significant, as players navigate both enjoyment and challenges.
- “People must remember that this is still a game in progress, so things will change. To get angry over updates isn't progressive; you can disagree, but to hate so heartfelt is a bit extreme.”
- “Game is a real time killer, level of addiction is also normal. Some things that made me feel 'why?!' is any upgraded troop can attack any basic troop in the arena. Having better heroes like Poseidon, Apollo, Arctic Queen, etc. If the arena would be like random matchmaking by comparing both the troops' levels, then there would be a fair fight. By the way, loved the game, #great_time.”
- “It is funny and emotional! I gather coins and crystals just above level 14 - on each win, you can collect 3x value if you watch the 30-second video!”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game offers a mix of strategic fun and engaging gameplay, with some players highlighting its high replayability. However, concerns arise regarding the limited number of levels and the diminishing replay value once players max out their characters or complete campaigns.
- “This is begging for more long-term replayability beyond another campaign or two.”
- “It's strategic, fun, and replayable.”
- “Awesome features, great gameplay, 100% maximum replayability.”
- “This game is begging for more long-term replayability beyond another campaign or two.”
- “My favorite part is the expedition, but once I've maxed out every level, there's no replay value and not enough levels.”