BATTLESHIP APOLLO
- September 5, 2021
- Parallel Space Inc
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Get on Play StoreIn Battleship Apollo, command the USS Apollo and engage in strategic naval warfare across a variety of oceanic maps. Utilize advanced weaponry, radar, and special abilities to outmaneuver and outgun opposing fleets in intense real-time combat. With multiple game modes, customizable ship loadouts, and competitive multiplayer, experience a modern twist on a timeless classic.
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Reviews
- The gameplay is fun and addictive, providing a good strategy experience.
- Graphics are visually appealing, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- The game has potential with interesting mechanics and a solid concept.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress.
- Matchmaking is unbalanced, often pitting new players against much stronger opponents.
- The lack of game mode selection and poor tutorial make it frustrating for new players.
- gameplay10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the fun mechanics and strategic elements, while others criticize the poor matchmaking, glitches, and lack of control over battle types. The presence of pay-to-win mechanics and disruptive neutral ships adds to the frustration, making the overall experience feel inconsistent and sometimes boring. Despite its potential, many users feel that the game requires significant improvements in design and functionality to enhance the gameplay experience.
“Great game, nice strategy and mechanics.”
“I love this game, but it needs improvement on the main menu, text, and health bar; the design is too simple, but if just considering the gameplay experience, it's very fun.”
“Fun gameplay, but you can't choose what kind of battle you want to do, and you cannot do AI battles, instead forcing you to fight players with a higher rank than you due to poor matchmaking.”
“The inclusion of neutral ships that attack either player completely disrupts the gameplay and makes winning a gamble.”
“Gameplay is boring.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising their quality and design, while others criticize them as bland and lifeless. Many users express a desire for more dynamic visuals, such as 3D elements and animated ship movements, to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the graphics seem to be a point of contention, with opinions ranging from high praise to significant disappointment.
“This game is nice with high graphics, but I wanted a full-screen gameplay, not a front-screen game. Otherwise, I like it.”
“Good design, but the graphics lack life; it would be better in 3D with ships moving during their attacks to create a more dynamic battlefield.”
“I like the game; it has nice controls and good graphics. This is the best game I have played.”
“The graphics are bland, which makes battles feel lifeless.”
“Good design, but the graphics lack life. It would be better in 3D, with ships moving during their attacks to create a more dynamic battlefield.”
“Graphics are horrendous, and the game is boring beyond belief.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth and balance, with players expressing disappointment over unengaging escort missions and a linear narrative structure. Many hoped for a richer experience akin to a 4X game, but instead found it to be a series of randomized combat scenarios, leading to frustration with the matchmaking and pay-to-win elements. Overall, the absence of a compelling storyline and single-player mode detracts from the game's potential.
“Maybe putting up a story and a single player mode for those who don't want to see their games completely thrash by unwinnable PvP.”
“Game with a good potential, but the unbalanced matchmaking and missions like escort make it unplayable.”
“I was hoping for some kind of 4X experience where there's a storyline, side quests, star exploring, etc., but no, it's just a series of randomized combat.”
“I was hoping for some kind of 4X experience with a storyline, side quests, star exploring, etc., but no, it's just a series of randomized combat.”
“Game with good potential, but the unbalanced matchmaking and escort missions make it unplayable. In contrast to Hades, this one is too pay-to-win; they have upgrades that will just annihilate.”
“Maybe adding a story and a single-player mode for those who don't want to see their games completely ruined by unwinnable PvP.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviewers express frustration with the high prices of in-app purchases, suggesting they are set as if the game were a top-tier title, despite the lack of advertisements. This has led to a mixed perception of the game's value, contributing to its low rating.
“Not sure why it's rated so low for what it is, especially considering it has no ads.”
“The prices for in-app purchases are set as if this is one of the hottest games on the market, with the promise of huge updates down the road.”
“The 2 stars is purely because the prices for in-app purchases are set as if this is one of the hottest games on the market, with the promise of huge updates down the road.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it seems designed to squeeze money from players rather than enhance the gaming experience.”
“I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and unnecessary, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending a fortune.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report a stable experience with no bugs or glitches encountered, indicating a smooth performance overall.
“No bugs or glitches so far.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
“I've experienced consistent performance throughout my playtime.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that grinding, particularly in the context of farming, is not a viable or enjoyable option for them, indicating a preference for more engaging or rewarding gameplay mechanics.
“Farming for resources feels like an endless chore.”
“The grinding mechanics are tedious and take away from the enjoyment of the game.”
“Leveling up requires an excessive amount of time spent grinding.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users feel that the optimization of battles could be improved, suggesting that there is room for enhancement in this aspect of the game.
“I would like to see the battles optimized a bit more though.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the emotional impact of "Apollo" lacking compared to its predecessor, "Hades Star," suggesting that it has significant room for improvement in evoking feelings and connections.
