Cannon Brawl

91%
Game Brain Score Based on 571 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • 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

91%
Audience ScoreBased on 571 reviews
gameplay20 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Cannon Brawl offers a unique blend of real-time strategy and artillery gameplay, reminiscent of the Worms series, making it fun and engaging.
  • The game is easy to learn but difficult to master, providing a satisfying challenge with a variety of towers and pilots to choose from.
  • Local multiplayer is a highlight, allowing for frantic and competitive matches with friends, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The multiplayer community is largely inactive, making it difficult to find online matches, which detracts from the game's longevity.
  • The campaign mode is relatively short and can become repetitive, leading to a lack of content for solo players after completion.
  • The game lacks mouse support, which can make controls feel clunky and less intuitive for some players.
  • gameplay49 mentions

    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 but challenging to master. Players enjoy a variety of unique towers and weapons, allowing for diverse strategies and tactics in both single-player and competitive two-player modes. The game's charming art style and smooth mechanics further enhance the overall enjoyment, making it a standout title for fans of the genre.

    • “Engaging gameplay, easy to learn, hard to master.”
    • “The gameplay is a mix of RTS and old artillery games.”
    • “Cannon Brawl is an exciting mix of real-time strategy and artillery gameplay.”
    • “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.”
  • story39 mentions

    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 that the narrative lacks depth and memorability. Overall, the story serves its purpose but is not the main draw of the game, with players often finding the gameplay more enjoyable than the plot itself.

    • “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.”
  • graphics34 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the colorful, cartoony art style that complements its gameplay. While some users find the visuals to be generic or occasionally inconsistent, the overall aesthetic is considered fun and fitting for the game's atmosphere. However, there are mentions of performance issues and a desire for more graphics options, indicating that while the visuals are appealing, they may not be optimized for all players.

    • “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.”
  • humor9 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted as a key element, with players enjoying the comedic aspects of strategic gameplay, such as spamming shields and creating funny moments with friends. The combination of corny humor, explosive gameplay, and unexpected strategies contributes to a lighthearted and entertaining experience, making it a recommended choice for those seeking fun and laughter.

    • “Something is so funny about spamming over 15 shields at my friend, making it impossible for them to even play the game.”
    • “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.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in Cannon Brawl is highly praised, with many users highlighting its exceptional quality and ability to enhance the game's atmosphere. The soundtrack is described as epic and enjoyable, complementing the colorful graphics and overall gameplay experience. Additionally, the sound effects are noted to be well-integrated, contributing positively to the game's presentation.

    • “Cannon Brawl has the best 2-player gameplay and the best music of any game ever.”
    • “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.”
    • “The music is enjoyable and the menus are presented extremely well.”
    • “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.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is viewed positively, with many players highlighting its strong multiplayer and varied gameplay mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs. However, some users noted a significant drop in replay value due to a lack of active multiplayer options, suggesting that the experience can be limited without friends to play with.

    • “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.”
  • 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 playing with friends. However, the campaign mode is criticized for being lackluster, leading some to focus solely on unlocking content.

    • “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.”
    • “Very fun game to play with friends, but the campaign is lacking, and I only played it to unlock stuff, which I found tedious.”
  • stability2 mentions

    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 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, allowing players to defend with just shields and fire multiple level 3 nukes at the enemy base without any counterplay.”
  • 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 players into a whimsical and colorful environment.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a charming atmosphere that makes exploration a joy.”
    • “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.”
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