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Cannon Brawl

Cannon Brawl is a fantastic mix of resource management, farming and fighting. I particularly liked the frantic race to gain supplies to outgun your foes. I would normally have looked the other way with this kind of game, but I had an incredibly good time playing this and the hours just flew away whilst I was completely absorbed.
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88%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
atmosphere, grinding
91% User Score Based on 574 reviews
Critic Score 85%Based on 4 reviews

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Cannon Brawl is a single player and multiplayer platformer game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Pete Andstadt and was released on August 5, 2016. It received positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Cannon Brawl is a real-time strategy game with artillery physics. Players build and customize their arsenal of cannons and units while managing resources and competing in strategic battles. The game features a single-player campaign and multiplayer modes, with destructible terrain and a variety of upgrades providing a dynamic and engaging experience.

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gameplay20 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Cannon Brawl is a fast-paced and fun game that combines elements of RTS and artillery gameplay, making it enjoyable for both casual and competitive players.
  • The game features a variety of towers and pilots, allowing for diverse strategies and gameplay styles, which keeps matches fresh and engaging.
  • It's a great game to play with friends, especially in local multiplayer, and offers a solid campaign mode that introduces players to its mechanics.
  • The online multiplayer community is largely inactive, making it difficult to find matches against real players, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • Some players have reported bugs and glitches, such as locked content and issues with matchmaking, which can hinder gameplay.
  • The campaign can feel short and repetitive, and the difficulty spikes in nightmare mode may frustrate some players.
  • gameplay
    49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Cannon Brawl is characterized by its engaging and addictive blend of real-time strategy and artillery mechanics, offering a fast-paced experience that is easy to learn yet challenging to master. Players enjoy the strategic depth provided by various towers and weapons, as well as the unique mechanics of building and operating turrets in a vibrant 2D environment. Overall, the game is praised for its fun, balanced gameplay and the charm of its art style, making it a must-try for fans of the genre.

    • “Engaging gameplay, easy to learn, hard to master.”
    • “The gameplay is a mix of RTS and old artillery games.”
    • “Fast-paced strategic gameplay takes center stage in this chaotic worms-esque 2D RTS.”
    • “When you are alone, your gameplay will continue for so short a time.”
    • “For the asked price and small community, no; for gameplay, yes, I would rate this game 6/10.”
    • “The gameplay is very quick, and the AI is competitive and enjoyable to play against.”
  • story
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally considered simplistic and short, often revolving around a familiar "defeat the big bad" trope, with a campaign lasting around 2-3 hours and consisting of 20 missions. While some players appreciate the engaging gameplay and the introduction of new mechanics throughout the missions, many feel the narrative lacks depth and memorability. Overall, the story serves its purpose to provide context for the gameplay, but it is not a standout feature of the game.

    • “Great storyline, fun campaign, and even though there are fewer people on here compared to the past, it's been an experience to remember.”
    • “The story is easy to follow and the gameplay keeps it engaging; unlocking new weapons and figuring out not only how to use them in battle but in conjunction with other weapons is incredibly fun.”
    • “It is a brilliant game with a fun story that makes you want to keep playing, as each new level is a new challenge and not some repetitive nonsense to increase story length.”
    • “The story is just 'defeat the big bad', same story as the Mario games, nothing to remember there.”
    • “The story of the campaign is really plain but it works to give it purpose and a rich lore is not what you're playing this for.”
    • “I just wish there were more maps and or more story campaign.”
  • graphics
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, featuring a colorful and cohesive cartoon art style that complements its gameplay. While some users find the visuals to be generic or occasionally laggy, many appreciate the smooth animations and overall aesthetic, which enhances the fun and engaging experience. However, there are comments suggesting that graphics are not the primary focus of the game, emphasizing gameplay over visual appeal.

    • “Very smooth gameplay with a cool art style.”
    • “Cannon Brawl is surprisingly fun, with a unique art style and interesting mechanics.”
    • “The art style is cohesive and the perfect amount of cartoon fantasy for the loose story that it presents.”
    • “The art style is a bit generic.”
    • “Cannon Brawl’s battles can get really repetitive aesthetically even though the battles are fun.”
    • “I think there should be more graphics options; I am on low graphics card mode, and I still experience some lag.”
  • humor
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its playful and chaotic gameplay, where players can engage in amusing strategies, such as overwhelming opponents with shields. Reviewers appreciate the blend of corny humor and strategic elements, noting that the game consistently delivers funny moments, especially when played with friends. Overall, the lighthearted tone and comedic situations contribute to a fun and entertaining experience.

    • “Something is so funny about spamming over 15 shields at my friend, making it impossible for them to even play the game.”
    • “A funny little strategic skirmish game.”
    • “Playing this with my friend, we always have new strategies and respective counter-strategies coming up along with a lot of funny moments.”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in Cannon Brawl is highly praised, with many users highlighting its epic soundtrack and enjoyable sound effects that enhance the game's atmosphere. The combination of vibrant graphics and a well-executed soundtrack contributes to an engaging gameplay experience, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, the music is considered one of the best aspects, complementing both the single-player campaign and multiplayer modes effectively.

    • “Cannon Brawl has the best 2-player gameplay and the best music of any game ever.”
    • “The music is enjoyable and the menus are presented extremely well.”
    • “The soundtrack is always a must and will set the game's ambience, and in this case, it's a good choice along with the sound effects.”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is viewed positively, with many players noting its strong multiplayer and varied gameplay mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs. However, some users express concerns about diminished replay value due to a lack of active multiplayer communities. The presence of diverse structures and gameplay options contributes to its appeal for repeated play.

    • “Replayability is fantastic on this title.”
    • “Good game, real-time worms, decent campaign, and has replayability.”
    • “Basically no replayability now that the multiplayer is dead.”
    • “Has plenty of replay value since you can only pick up to 5 structures per level, each with a different function.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's visuals effectively complement its cartoonish atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in its vibrant world.

    • “The visuals perfectly capture the game's vibrant cartoon atmosphere.”
    • “The immersive sound design enhances the overall atmosphere, making every moment feel alive.”
    • “The combination of whimsical art and engaging music creates a truly enchanting atmosphere.”
    • “The visuals are suited to the game's cartoon atmosphere.”
    • “The overall ambiance feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth.”
    • “The sound design fails to enhance the atmosphere, making it feel lifeless.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game somewhat tedious, as it requires earning currency through matches to unlock towers and characters. While the process can feel grindy, many note that it doesn't take too long and the game remains enjoyable, especially in multiplayer, despite frustrations with the campaign.

    • “Very fun game to play with friends, but the campaign is lacking and I only played it to unlock stuff, which I found tedious.”
    • “As you play matches, you earn a currency that allows you to unlock more towers and characters. It felt a little grindy, but ultimately didn't take that long.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, users report that the game's stability is generally acceptable, with matchmaking being functional despite some bugs. However, there are significant balance issues, particularly with overpowered weapons like nukes and ice towers, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.

    • “Matchmaking is buggy (but usable).”
    • “The only issue I find with the game is that the nukes and ice towers are way too overpowered. Someone can sit at their base, defend with just shields, and then fire three level 3 nukes directly at the enemy base without anything stopping them. The ice towers are literally an upgraded version of the cannon, but what makes them too powerful is that when they hit, they have splash damage and freeze anything hit, temporarily disabling them. They need to nerf how a single level 1 projectile can freeze 2-4 shields, and when a shield is frozen, its effect is gone.”
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Cannon Brawl is a platformer game with comedy theme.

Cannon Brawl is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Cannon Brawl was released on August 5, 2016.

Cannon Brawl was developed by Pete Andstadt.

Cannon Brawl has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its atmosphere.

Cannon Brawl is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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