Bloons TD Battles 2

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"Bloons TD Battles 2" is a competitive strategy game with fabulous mechanics and plenty of humor. The game features beautiful visuals, a good soundtrack, and a heavy emphasis on grinding, which may be frustrating for some players. Despite being full of bugs and marred by ads, the game delivers an entertaining and addictive tower defense experience.

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Play Modes

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

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,998 reviews

graphics154 positive mentions

monetization797 negative mentions

monetization
851 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
2%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive and often unskippable ads that interrupt gameplay, with many players reporting having to watch multiple ads before even starting a match. While some players acknowledge the necessity of ads in a free-to-play model, they express frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of these ads, which detract from the overall gaming experience. Additionally, the presence of microtransactions and a perceived pay-to-win structure further exacerbate concerns, leading many to wish for a one-time purchase option to remove ads entirely.
- “This game is really good, there's no ads and it's fun.”
- “Almost no ads and it's free, fun, and a very good game to enjoy without ads!”
- “Excellent game, almost no ads (except for rewards of course) I would recommend downloading this before it will most likely cost something.”
- “Ads make the game unplayable.”
- “The game is good but I keep getting ads that I can't exit out of. I have to refresh my game every time to the point where I don't want to play the game anymore; it's very annoying.”
- “Forced ads in a pay-to-win game no thank you.”
graphics
329 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
42%
12%
The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the improved visuals compared to previous titles, particularly noting the resemblance to the art style of BTD6. However, numerous users have reported issues such as blurriness, lag, and poor performance on lower-end devices, leading to requests for adjustable graphics settings to enhance gameplay experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there are significant concerns regarding optimization and performance, especially on mobile platforms.
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “Amazing graphics and great gameplay.”
- “I love the graphics and the competitiveness of this game; keep up the good work.”
- “The graphics are so bad on mobile, it's hard to understand why they look like this.”
- “The texture and graphics of the characters look like a bad 2014-2016 animal simulator game, the gameplay is really fun but the visuals are disappointing.”
- “The graphics are really poor even compared to other games that Ninja Kiwi has made.”
gameplay
282 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
41%
11%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, combining elements from both Bloons TD 6 and the original Battles. However, many players express frustration with the slow progression and experience (XP) system, which can make unlocking upgrades feel tedious and grindy, particularly for non-paying players. Additionally, issues such as lag, desync, and frequent crashes detract from the overall experience, leading to a mixed reception regarding gameplay quality.
- “The gameplay is fun and engaging.”
- “Gameplay is great, unlocking the upgrades from monkey money also makes it easier to unlock upgrades on monkeys you don't play.”
- “Amazing gameplay, it's just what you expect when you mix BTD6 and BTD Battles, Ninja Kiwi truly is a remarkable company.”
- “Game crashes a lot in the middle of gameplay and I've lost several matches from not losing any balloons!”
- “The gameplay is too slow, the maps are too small, the game is clearly pay to win, and the UI could be better.”
- “I lose most of my games because of eco lag, bloons cannot be sent because of lag... and it does affect gameplay really hard.”
grinding
261 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
1%
98%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive time required to unlock upgrades and towers, often leading to a pay-to-win perception. While some updates have improved the experience by reducing grind times, many still find the system tedious and unbalanced, particularly for free-to-play users. Overall, while the game remains enjoyable, the grinding remains a significant barrier for many players.
- “It can be frustrating at times, but I always have fun and don't want to delete it. It also is not that grinding-focused thanks to the new update.”
- “I like this game and it's improved a lot recently, and it's not too grindy anymore.”
- “It's great, but I grinded for ages for experience, and now they give tier 4 for no grinding. Please change, Ninja Kiwi.”
- “The game is nearly unplayable in its current state as of 1/2/22, it feels as if it would take you like a full 2 years of grinding nonstop to unlock all tier 5's.”
- “It's incredibly tedious to even get a tier three, taking roughly 15 or so games to unlock one tier three for a single tower.”
- “The experience points required to upgrade towers are still feeling very grindy, but are significantly better than they were.”
stability
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
99%
The game's stability is a significant concern among players, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and frequent crashes that hinder gameplay. Many users express frustration over lag, freezing screens, and issues with matchmaking, which often lead to unintended losses. While the game shows potential and can be enjoyable, the overwhelming number of technical problems currently detracts from the overall experience.
- “I absolutely love this game; there are no glitches or bugs, and the graphics are 10/10.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any issues, making for a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate the stability of the game; it never crashes and always performs well.”
- “The only reason I am discouraged is because once in every ten games or so, the screen just freezes no matter what you do and you have to exit and re-enter the game to fix it.”
- “A buggy mess, frequent crashes and game-breaking glitches.”
- “Very buggy, and not to the standards of Battles 1 and TD6.”
music
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
78%
5%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the inability to turn it off or lower its volume effectively, as it often continues to play even when settings are adjusted or the app is minimized. While some users appreciate the soundtrack and its connection to the Bloons series, others find it irritating and disruptive, particularly when trying to listen to their own music. Overall, the music experience is marred by technical issues that prevent proper control over audio settings.
- “An anti-bloons experience that still caters to the same feel of the bloons game, similar music but with a twist.”
- “Music is amazing and the gameplay is awesome, I love the events happening, the best game ever!”
- “Love the gameplay and I like how it's Bloons TD 6 and Bloons TD Battles you in one and the music is amazing.”
- “Pretty irritating that you can't turn off music while in the tutorial mode at the beginning.”
- “No matter what I do, the game refuses to stop playing music at max volume.”
- “I know there is an option in the settings to turn the volume down, but it seems to be broken on my phone because when I go to turn it all the way down, it still plays loudly and prevents me from watching a YouTube video on the side or listening to my own music.”
optimization
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
61%
18%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues on mobile devices, leading to frequent crashes, lag, and unresponsive gameplay, particularly in later rounds. Many users report that even on capable devices, performance degrades quickly, with no options to adjust graphics settings for better performance. While the game is praised for its fun mechanics and depth, the overall experience is hampered by these technical shortcomings, prompting calls for urgent optimization updates.
- “Its a really clever game mode with tons of depth, strategy, and optimization.”
- “Gosh darn you guys made this game better performance-wise, my phone barely lags at all, even with purple bloon eco, it's just so much better than a year ago.”
- “I love the game so much, it's so much fun and it runs smoothly.”
- “There's also no performance/graphics settings which is kind of annoying.”
- “The game is really laggy in the later rounds to the point that it crashes, but I'm sure it's a simple optimization issue that will be resolved later on.”
- “The game is poorly optimized for mobile devices and laggy.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying its lighthearted, monkey-themed battles and amusing interactions, such as sending balloons to opponents and the quirky graphics. Many find the gameplay entertaining, especially when playing with friends, although some note that the competitive nature can lead to a toxic community atmosphere. Overall, the game is described as a fun and funny experience, blending strategy with comedic elements.
- “It's a funny monkey-based game where 2 people go against each other and battle to the death 💀 mewahahahahah, and the more you play, you earn new characters.”
- “It's so fun trolling the AI by buying a bunch of balloons to send to the enemy's base, and that's how I win so much—it's so funny.”
- “Probably one of the best tower defense games I have ever played, cool, funny, and all-out amazing gameplay.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The game's story aspect is generally viewed as lacking, with many users expressing a desire for a dedicated story mode to enhance gameplay and engagement. While some appreciate the existing narrative elements and detail, others find the current tutorial missions insufficient and repetitive, leading to frustration. Overall, there is a strong call for improvements and additional content to enrich the storytelling experience.
- “This is a great way to have fun, an epic story, great maps, great detail.”
- “If you add story mode to BTD6, it will be like you gain towers when you complete every few rounds and unlock new bloons and monkeys the more you play story mode.”
- “Just add a story mode.”
- “There is no need for all these animations and storytelling.”
- “Too much boring; it takes a lot of time to clear one mission.”
- “I like the other Bloons games a lot, so I was excited to see this, but I can't even get past the loading screen for the first mission without it crashing.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, with a smooth progression that keeps them entertained and invested throughout. The ending is particularly impactful, evoking strong feelings and even tears, while the overall experience fosters a sense of warmth and a desire to share the game with family. However, some fans express disappointment, feeling it strays from the essence of the original game they loved.
- “The ending can easily make you shed a tear, and you are entertained and want to keep playing the whole way through, with the game's progression being very smooth and natural feeling.”
- “Really heartwarming; it makes me want to play more with the family.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the variety of maps and strategies available, others find the experience hindered by repetitive grinding and a lack of engaging content. This has led to a sentiment that, despite its enjoyable elements, the game may not offer sufficient replay value for long-term engagement.
- “Overall an amazing game with a lot of maps and monkeys, therefore high replayability. I absolutely love this game.”
- “Rating the game: gameplay: 10/10, story/lore: 10/10, sound: 10/10, replayability: 10/10, characters: 10/10, overall rating: 10/10.”
- “It's good, but I think it lacks replayability. Overall, it's a good game.”
- “But unfortunately the XP grind is making the game very dull, as I am stuck placing a ton of low-level towers instead of the myriad of strategies and upgrades that make the series so replayable.”
- “It's good, but I think it lacks replayability; overall, it's a good game.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Reviews indicate that while the game has potential, the character development is hindered by poor design quality and a lack of detail, which detracts from the overall experience. Some players also noted that the pacing of character progression feels slow.
- “The game has terrible character design quality, and it is slow, but that's probably just on me.”