Brawl of Ages

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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 376 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 quick matches that can be enjoyable for casual gaming sessions.
The graphics and art style are appealing, providing a colorful and engaging visual experience.

The game is plagued by server issues, making it unplayable for many users who cannot log in or connect.
There are significant balance issues, with new players often matched against experienced players with stronger cards, leading to frustrating experiences.
The game has been criticized for being a clone of Clash Royale, lacking originality and depth in gameplay.

gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
56%
11%
The gameplay of "Brawl of Ages" is heavily inspired by "Clash Royale," featuring similar mechanics but with unique twists and a more balanced approach that minimizes pay-to-win elements. Players appreciate the fast-paced, colorful design and solid mechanics, although some express concerns about matchmaking issues for new players and the prevalence of reskinned cards. Overall, the game offers addictive and enjoyable gameplay, particularly for fans of competitive card-based arena battles.
- “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.”
- “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 either against new players or players that disconnected, while the other 98% were all players with overly powerful cards that can cause issues for new players and prevent them from progressing in the game.”
- “99% of the game is reskinned/animated Clash Royale cards with somewhat different mechanics, but it's the exact same.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
29%
18%
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users noting that they are an improvement over similar titles like Clash Royale. The art style is described as cute and cartoonish, enhancing the immersive experience, although some players mention minor graphic glitches due to the game's early access status. While opinions vary, the consensus is that the graphics complement the gameplay effectively.
- “Graphics are very well done.”
- “Graphics and sound complement each other well and I feel immersed when playing the game.”
- “First off, the art style is nice, cartoonish but fits the overall game style.”
- “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.”
- “It's very similar to Clash Royale (mobile game), the graphic style is worse than in Clash Royale (in my opinion), but the game itself is made with greater care.”
- “The graphics are slightly better than Clash Royale, but again, it's a PC to mobile transition.”
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 clearer progression systems. Overall, while the gameplay mechanics are appreciated, the narrative and quest elements 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
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a great soundtrack and engaging voice lines reminiscent of MOBA announcers. 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, and it even has an announcer like a MOBA, with a lot of premade voice lines you can shout.”
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.
- “Nice, funny, and challenging game.”
- “Great game, really funny! I highly recommend it to any fans of games such as Castle Crashers, BattleBlock Theater, or turn-based combat games.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is currently experiencing significant bugs and graphic glitches, which users attribute to its early access status. Despite these issues, some players are willing to overlook them due to their enjoyment of other aspects of the game.
- “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.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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 reflect on my own life choices, leaving me emotionally shaken.”
- “I felt a profound connection to the characters, as their struggles mirrored my own experiences.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.
monetization
1 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 random purchases.
- “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 into spending 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 exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “In-game purchases are heavily emphasized, making it difficult to progress without spending real money.”
- “The game is riddled with paywalls, which detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find grinding in games like Black Desert Online to 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 can detract from the overall gaming experience.
- “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 a major turn-off; it feels more like a chore than a fun gameplay mechanic.”