Art of War: Red Tides
- December 22, 2016
- Game Science
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Art of War: Red Tides is a real-time strategy game with simple yet engaging mechanics. Set up a troop of ten units from a selection of over 120, and use 12 seconds of preparation time per wave to outsmart enemies and overwhelm their turrets and base. The game prioritizes teamwork, supporting over 300 units in battle, and offers a strategic experience across various devices."
Reviews
- The game features a unique and engaging team-based strategy that encourages cooperation and tactical planning.
- Players find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, with quick matches that allow for multiple rounds in a short time.
- The graphics and overall design are praised, with many players expressing excitement for the game's potential and future updates.
- The game has faced criticism for balance issues, with some units being overpowered and others deemed useless.
- Players are frustrated by the game's closure after the beta, leading to concerns about its future and potential delays in release.
- There are complaints about the lack of communication options during matches, which hinders strategic planning among teammates.
- graphics14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for being impressive and well-optimized for low to medium-end computers, providing a smooth experience even with many units on screen. While some players desire higher resolution options, the overall art style and character design are appreciated, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Graphics are relatively amazing and enough for low to medium-end computers to cope.”
“Reminds me of the old flash games 'Age of War,' except this has excellent graphics and brilliant mechanics and improvements.”
“Love the graphics, gameplay, and level of strategy in this game.”
“However, higher resolution graphics are much to be desired for players who would prefer better graphics.”
“Graphics are relatively amazing and enough for low to medium end computers to cope.”
“Runs super smooth for the amount of units it's showing even at high graphics.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its solid mechanics, intuitive controls, and appealing graphics, drawing comparisons to classic games like "Age of War" and "Starcraft 2." Players appreciate the strategic elements and troop summoning mechanics, although some express concerns about the potential for a pay-to-win model and the time investment required to level up characters. Overall, the gameplay is seen as innovative and enjoyable, with a mix of simplicity and depth.
“Reminds me of the old flash games 'Age of War' except this has excellent graphics and brilliant mechanics and improvements.”
“Gameplay was summoning troops in order to overwhelm and conquer the enemy.”
“This game seems very promising and has amazing gameplay.”
“It's pretty much League of Legends-like and too much hassle for such little difference. You need to level them to pretty high levels to actually feel any impact in matches, which requires many hours invested into grinding. Ain't nobody got time for that, well... maybe kids. I can sort of see this mechanic as a potential pay-to-win source.”
“There is no gameplay.”
“Besides the gameplay, shopping for drops with in-game currency was simple.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story features a conflict between various factions, including Terrans, ice people, and animal people, but is currently hindered by language barriers as the game is still in beta. Players express optimism that these issues will be resolved, allowing for a deeper appreciation of the narrative. Overall, the initial impressions suggest an intriguing storyline that players are eager to explore further.
“The story is also behind a language wall, but it was in beta. I'm sure they will fix it in time, and then we can see the juicy story we have between Terrans, ice people, and animal people. I didn't play much, but I enjoyed it.”
“The story is also behind a language wall, but it was in beta. I'm sure they will fix it in time... then we can see what juicy story we have between Terrans, ice people, and animal people. I didn't play much, but I enjoyed it.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; some appreciate that it allows for immersive gameplay without feeling overly tedious, while others criticize the significant time investment required to achieve meaningful progress, likening it to a pay-to-win model.
“It's pretty much League of Legends-like and too much hassle for such little difference. You need to level them to pretty high levels to actually feel any impact in matches, which requires many hours invested into grinding. Ain't nobody got time for that, well... maybe kids. I don't know. I can sort of see this mechanic as a potential pay-to-win source.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong sense of fairness in their experiences, noting that losses felt earned rather than frustrating, contributing to an overall positive emotional engagement with the game.
“I can't think of a single loss that made me feel cheated; I just felt outplayed.”
“The storylines and character arcs hit me right in the feels, leaving a lasting impact.”
“Every decision I made felt weighty, and the emotional consequences were profound.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The menu music has been criticized for being poorly suited to the game's overall theme, detracting from the overall experience.
“The menu music is horrible as it does not fit the game.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's humor to be enjoyable and lighthearted, contributing to an overall fun experience despite its simplicity.
“This game is easy, but it makes me laugh.”
“The humor in this game is spot on and keeps me entertained.”
“I love how the game uses witty dialogue and funny situations to keep things lighthearted.”
