Castle

58%
Game Brain Score Based on 117 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • music
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"Castle" is a unique and addictive game that challenges players to build accurate castles while defending them from enemies. With three play modes, including a survival mode, players can upgrade their castle-building equipment and collect items to fend off attackers. The game features 18 levels in normal mode, 15 levels in King Mode, and four rounds of 'Protect the Castle' mode. Funny characters and cartoonish graphics add to the excitement.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

58%
Audience ScoreBased on 117 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
gameplay5 negative mentions
  • The game has a unique concept that combines puzzle and action elements, making it engaging for players who enjoy fast-paced gameplay.
  • The graphics are cute and cartoony, appealing to a younger audience and those who appreciate a light-hearted aesthetic.
  • It offers a variety of levels and challenges, providing a sense of progression and accomplishment as players build castles and fend off enemies.
  • The game suffers from a steep difficulty curve, especially in later levels, which can lead to frustration rather than enjoyment.
  • Controls can be clunky and unresponsive, particularly when played on a mouse instead of a touchscreen, making gameplay feel chaotic and stressful.
  • Repetitive gameplay and lack of meaningful feedback can make the experience feel tedious, with many players comparing it to a simple flash game rather than a polished title.
  • gameplay24 mentions

    The gameplay has been criticized for its repetitiveness and lack of challenge, with many players feeling that it lacks essential quality-of-life features and meaningful mechanics. While some appreciate the unique puzzle elements and simple mechanics, others find the experience tedious and chaotic, often comparing it unfavorably to mobile ports. Overall, the game could benefit from more engaging gameplay and better tutorialization to enhance player enjoyment.

    • “Castle has cute graphics, some funny moments/characters, and addictive gameplay, especially for those who like simple flash games.”
    • “The mechanics are simple and nice, the tutorial is shown with pictures, and you have a little shop where you can buy your bonuses.”
    • “It does a good job of teaching you the mechanics before increasing the difficulty.”
    • “The gameplay cries out for hotkeys to be added for your weapons, which would make it much more fun and the challenge more reasonable.”
    • “Repetitive gameplay, lack of challenge, and an over-reliance on the same childish humor.”
    • “The main problem is that the gameplay is becoming boring and chaotic level by level.”
  • graphics21 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally described as cartoony and cute, appealing particularly to younger audiences, though opinions vary on their quality. While some players appreciate the crisp and clean visuals, others find the art style overly childish and simplistic. Overall, the graphics are considered fair, with a mix of charm and limitations depending on the settings used.

    • “Castle has cute graphics, some funny moments/characters, and addictive gameplay, especially for those who like simple flash games.”
    • “It has nice, crisp, and clean graphics for a cartoon-like game.”
    • “The graphics are cute, as I feel like the game can target children.”
    • “I personally don't really like the way this game looks; the art style seems too childish for me to really enjoy it.”
    • “I can see why people would like the graphics, but for me personally, I don't like them.”
    • “The graphics are cute, but I feel like they are aimed more at children.”
  • music20 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its catchy tunes and the variation in soundtracks for different castle types. However, some reviewers noted that the limited number of soundtracks can lead to repetitiveness, and there are complaints about the lack of audio options in the settings. Overall, while the music adds a pleasant touch to the gameplay, improvements in variety and accessibility could enhance the experience.

    • “Catchy music and decent presentation.”
    • “The music to this game is great.”
    • “The soundtrack is good too.”
    • “Although it would be better if they could add some more variation to each different type of castle, as depending on the type of castle it is will change the music accordingly to that certain castle type.”
    • “This means that there are only 3 different soundtracks that play throughout the entire game.”
    • “The options are severely lacking, i.e., no sound or music slider bar and the monitor options reset as do the audio settings each time the game is launched.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by cute graphics and amusing moments, appealing to fans of simple flash games. However, some players find the humor to be repetitive and overly reliant on childish jokes, while others appreciate the game's unexpected comedic elements, such as its absurd gameplay mechanics. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, offering both enjoyable and frustrating experiences.

    • “Castle has cute graphics, some funny moments/characters, and addictive gameplay, especially for those who like simple flash games.”
    • “It is effing hilarious that this game requires higher APM than any other competitive RTS or MOBA games with unresponsive left mouse click alone.”
    • “+ simple but enjoyable and funny at first”
  • story2 mentions

    The story conveys a powerful message about perseverance and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that giving up can prevent personal growth. However, the lack of clear feedback on game elements and mission conditions detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration rather than engagement.

    • “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “The game's refusal to give you any comprehensible feedback on game elements or mission conditions turns what seems to be a reasonably decent puzzle game into a frustrating 'guess the game's intentions' engagement.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it difficult to become invested in the characters or their journeys.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real emotional impact, leaving the overall narrative feeling flat and uninspired.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game's optimization is hindered by its status as a flash game, leading to notable performance issues. Additionally, the inability to replay levels can create frustrating scenarios where players may find themselves financially constrained in later stages due to poor performance in earlier ones.

    • “My biggest gripe is the inability to replay levels. Since your income is based on your performance, you can find yourself short on money in the later levels if you mess up really badly on the prior levels, for example, by buying a ton of items and having to use them to fend off enemies because you couldn't build the castle fast enough.”
    • “Unfortunately, it is a flash game, which means performance issues.”
    • “My biggest gripe is the inability to replay levels. Since your income is based on your performance, you can find yourself short on money in the later levels if you mess up really badly in the prior levels, for example, by buying a ton of items and having to use them to fend off enemies because you couldn't build the castle fast enough.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players generally recommend grinding for effective game farming, suggesting that it can enhance resource acquisition and overall progress.

    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I spent hours grinding for resources, but the rewards just don't feel worth the effort.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game has low replay value and can become boring over time, but it offers enjoyable moments that make it worth playing at least once.

    • “I am however recommending this game because even though it has low replay value and does get boring at times, there were nice moments when it was fun to play.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads, viewing the monetization model as acceptable given the game's polished presentation, suggesting a willingness to support the developers financially.

    • “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money just to enjoy basic features.”
    • “It's frustrating that essential content is locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
    • “The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency disrupt the gameplay experience and make it feel more like a cash grab.”
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