Cannon Brawl

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 394 reviews
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  • graphics
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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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Reviews

75%
Audience ScoreBased on 394 reviews
gameplay17 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Cannon Brawl is a fun and strategic game that offers a unique blend of RTS and artillery gameplay, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
  • The game provides a nostalgic experience, especially when played with friends, and features engaging mechanics that encourage varied strategies.
  • Despite its age, the game runs smoothly and is highly entertaining, particularly in local multiplayer settings.
  • The multiplayer community is nearly non-existent, making it difficult to find online matches, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • The game lacks mouse support, which many players find frustrating and limits the control options available.
  • Some players feel that the campaign is too short and that the game can become repetitive after a while, especially when playing solo.
  • gameplay34 mentions

    The gameplay of Cannon Brawl is characterized as engaging, fast-paced, and easy to learn yet challenging to master, blending elements of real-time strategy and artillery mechanics. Players appreciate the diverse strategies available through various towers and weapons, making for a highly addictive experience, especially in multiplayer mode. Overall, the game is praised for its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and charming art style, providing a unique and enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “Engaging gameplay, easy to learn, hard to master.”
    • “Really fun game - solid gameplay that revolves around quick in-the-moment tactics and reacting to those tactics.”
    • “Fast-paced action, light-strategy, and great artillery gameplay combined in one single package!”
    • “When you are alone, your gameplay will continue for so short a time.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, I would describe it as kind of like real-time worms; the player must balance tower cooldowns with expanding and rebuilding structures.”
    • “For the asked price and small community, no; for gameplay, yes, I would rate this game 6/10.”
  • story27 mentions

    The game's story is generally considered simplistic and short, often described as a basic "defeat the big bad" narrative reminiscent of classic platformers like Mario. While the campaign consists of around 20 missions that can be completed in 2-3 hours, some players appreciate the engaging gameplay and learning curve, which keeps the experience enjoyable despite the lack of depth in the storyline. Overall, the story serves its purpose but 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', the 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.”
    • “This game has a short story mode and isn't that hard.”
  • graphics20 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the colorful, cartoony art style and smooth animations that enhance gameplay. While some users find the art style somewhat generic, others appreciate its suitability for the game's atmosphere and the overall visual appeal. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gaming experience, despite a few mixed opinions on specific character designs.

    • “Very smooth gameplay with cool art style.”
    • “Colourful graphics, epic soundtrack, fun single player campaign, a good combination of worms and tower defense and other RTS.”
    • “Great looking cartoony graphics.”
    • “The art style is a bit generic.”
    • “Some of the pilot artwork is really weird.”
    • “Graphics don't matter in this game.”
  • replayability7 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly replayable due to diverse gameplay options and structures, others feel it lacks replay value, particularly in multiplayer modes that have diminished over time. The presence of a solid campaign and the ability to experiment with different strategies contribute positively to replayability for some users.

    • “High replayability in PvP.”
    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “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.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in Cannon Brawl is highly praised, with many users considering it the best in any game, complementing its colorful graphics and engaging gameplay. The epic soundtrack enhances the fun of the single-player campaign and the overall experience, while the well-presented menus contribute to the game's appeal.

    • “Cannon Brawl has the best 2-player gameplay and the best music of any game ever.”
    • “Colourful graphics, an epic soundtrack, and a fun single-player campaign create a good combination of worms, tower defense, and other RTS elements.”
    • “The music is enjoyable, and the menus are presented extremely well.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The game is praised for its humor, offering hilarious moments and corny jokes that enhance the fun of gameplay, especially when played with friends. Players enjoy the combination of strategic elements and comedic situations, making each session unpredictable and entertaining. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, contributing to the game's enjoyable experience.

    • “Hilarious and fun.”
    • “Playing this with my friend, we always have new strategies and respective counter-strategies coming up along with a lot of funny moments.”
    • “I do recommend this game because you never know how much fun you're going to have on it until you try it.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    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 feel it doesn't take too long and appreciate the game's fun factor, especially when played with friends. However, the campaign mode is criticized for being lackluster, leading some to focus solely on unlocking content.

    • “Very fun game to play with friends, but the campaign is terrible 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.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game's stability is generally acceptable, with matchmaking being somewhat buggy but still functional. However, there are significant balance issues, particularly with overpowered weapons like nukes and ice towers, which detract from the overall gameplay experience.

    • “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.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    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 cartoon atmosphere, creating a vibrant and engaging world.”
    • “The atmosphere is immersive, drawing you into a whimsical environment that feels alive.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a charming atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
    • “The visuals are suited to the game's cartoon atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real depth.”
    • “Despite the vibrant colors, the overall ambiance fails to engage or immerse the player.”
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