Brawl of Ages

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Brawl of Ages is a multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by BNA Studios, LLC and was released on September 12, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Brawl of Ages is a free to play multiplayer Collectible Card Arena game that plunges players into short and intense 1v1 matches. Build a legendary deck and BRAWL to prove your strategic superiority.

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 375 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is free to play and offers all cards unlocked from the start, making it accessible for all players.
Fast-paced gameplay with a fun and colorful art style, providing an enjoyable experience for fans of the genre.
The game has potential for strategic depth and allows for various play styles, making it engaging for competitive players.

The game suffers from poor matchmaking, often pitting new players against those with significantly better cards, leading to frustrating experiences.
Many players report that the game is currently unplayable due to server issues and bugs, including login problems and crashes.
Despite its initial promise, the game has been criticized for being a clone of Clash Royale, lacking originality and depth in gameplay.

gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Brawl of Ages" is often compared to "Clash Royale," featuring a blend of card game mechanics and arena battling that appeals to both competitive and casual players. While many enjoy its fast-paced and colorful design, some criticize the lack of progression for new players due to a steep learning curve and the prevalence of high-tier cards. Overall, the game is praised for its solid mechanics and addictive nature, though it may feel familiar to those accustomed to similar titles.
- “Combining Clash Royale-style gameplay with CCG mechanics, S2 Games’ Brawl of Ages is a free-to-play arena battler that plays like nothing else around!”
- “Overall a much more balanced game than its counterpart Clash Royale (with more unique and quirky mechanics to boot), just hope the player base increases with its full release.”
- “Wonderful, graphical, fast-paced game with great game mechanics and awesome gameplay!”
- “Very bad gameplay.”
- “The gameplay system is all the same as the famous mobile game called 'Clash Royale' by Supercell on Play Store, but the energy (mana/elixir) caps to summon cards is 20 and has faster regeneration.”
- “This game is not friendly to new players since they may win one match yet then get bombarded by other players with high-tier cards. During my gameplay of more than 50 matches, I found that only 2% of the matches were against new players or players that disconnected, while the remaining 98% were all players with overly powerful cards that can hinder new players' progression.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
29%
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The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users noting that they are an improvement over similar titles like Clash Royale, featuring a nice, cartoonish art style that enhances the overall experience. While some players mention minor graphic glitches due to the game's early access status, the visuals are praised for their quality and immersive qualities, complementing the sound design effectively. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, despite some subjective opinions on art style preferences.
- “Graphics are very well done.”
- “Graphics and sound complement each other well and I feel immersed when playing the game.”
- “Wonderful, graphical, fast-paced game with great game mechanics and awesome gameplay!”
- “The one and only map in Brawl of Ages looks very similar to the one in Clash Royale, although the visuals are a little better here.”
- “The graphics are slightly better than Clash Royale, but again, it's a PC to mobile transition.”
- “It's very similar to Clash Royale (mobile game); the graphic style is worse than in Clash (in my opinion), but the game itself is made with greater care.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of originality, with many heroes feeling like mere copies of existing characters. Additionally, players report issues with quest tracking and completion, which detracts from the overall experience and suggests a need for more engaging content and quests. Overall, while the gameplay mechanics are appreciated, the narrative elements and quest system require significant improvement.
- “Another thing to note is that the quests don't fully work.”
- “For example, I have a few quests like '5 standard games' and '5 standard wins'; these quests do not always add +1 to the counter when completed.”
- “Many of the heroes seem like copycats of the in-game heroes with a new name and shape.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a great soundtrack and engaging voice lines reminiscent of a MOBA announcer. Players appreciate the quality of the audio, which enhances the overall gaming experience, making it worth trying out.
- “The musical score is great and the graphics do this game a favor.”
- “Great soundtrack.”
- “Cards can be crafted with easily earnable currency, music is good, even has an announcer like a MOBA, a lot of premade voice lines you can shout.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional impact, often feeling deeply moved by pivotal moments in the game, such as realizing the stakes involved, which can lead to tears and a profound connection to the narrative.
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- “The story's depth made me feel a profound connection to the characters, leaving me emotionally drained yet fulfilled.”
- “I found myself reflecting on my own life choices as the game unfolded, which is a testament to its emotional impact.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model is primarily cosmetic, allowing players to create their desired decks without relying on luck or pay-to-win mechanics.
- “Luck is not exactly required to make the decks you want, and in-game purchases are simply cosmetic.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money to enjoy the game.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content, making it accessible without needing to spend.”
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “In-game purchases are not just cosmetic; they create a pay-to-win environment that ruins the experience for free players.”
- “The constant prompts to buy premium currency disrupt the gameplay and make it feel more like a cash grab than a fun experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that grinding in games like Black Desert Online can be excessive, often leading to a need for multitasking or leaving the game running while engaging in other activities. This suggests that the grinding mechanics may detract from the overall enjoyment and engagement of the game.
- “Other examples are grindy games like Black Desert Online, where you could leave it running and play a few games of Brawl of Ages while you wait.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grind to be repetitive and uninspired, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and engaging, making it a recommended choice for fans of similar titles like Castle Crashers and Battle Block Theater. The combination of humor and challenge enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “Great game, really funny! I highly recommend it to any fans of games such as Castle Crashers, BattleBlock Theater, or turn-based combat games.”
- “Nice, funny, and challenging game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game is quite buggy, with frequent graphic glitches, but many are willing to overlook these issues due to its early access status and enjoy the overall experience.
- “The only thing I hate about it is that it's so buggy.”
- “It is just early access, so I ignore these graphic glitches, which occur, and I like the rest.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others report issues such as frame rate drops and long loading times. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations, leading to an inconsistent experience for users.