Castle

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Castle is a single player casual real-time strategy game. It was developed by Snails Arcade and was released on January 7, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

"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.

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 117 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

gameplay5 negative mentions

Castle offers a unique blend of puzzle and action elements, requiring quick decision-making and strategy to build while fending off enemies.
The game features cute graphics and a variety of enemies, which adds an engaging challenge to the gameplay.
Many players find the game enjoyable and addictive, especially in short sessions, as it provides a fun way to pass the time.

The game suffers from a steep difficulty curve, with later levels becoming frustratingly hard and requiring excessive retries.
Controls can be unresponsive and clunky, making it difficult to accurately place pieces and manage the fast-paced gameplay.
The game feels overly simplistic and repetitive, resembling a flash game rather than a polished title, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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62%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and lacking in challenge due to a limited introduction of mechanics and quality-of-life features. While some appreciate the cute graphics and addictive nature reminiscent of simple flash games, others criticize the chaotic and boring progression, as well as the reliance on simplistic tutorials that fail to adequately convey gameplay mechanics. Overall, the game offers unique mechanics but struggles to maintain player engagement due to its monotonous gameplay and underwhelming upgrade systems.
- “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, though gameplay can be stressful as you constantly watch for the correct pieces while avoiding obstacles.”
- “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.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics of the game are generally described as fair, featuring a cartoonish art style that appeals to some players, particularly younger audiences. While many appreciate the crisp and clean visuals, others find the aesthetic too childish or simplistic. Overall, the graphics are considered adequate for a casual gaming experience, with some variations in style depending on the game's settings.
- “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.”
- “+ nice cartoony graphics that look quite good when on the maximum settings.”
- “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 some 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.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its catchy tunes and the variation across different level types. However, some reviewers noted a lack of diversity, as there are only a few soundtracks that can become repetitive over time. Additionally, issues with audio settings and presentation detract from the overall experience, though certain tracks, like the "slavyanka" music, received high praise.
- “The music to this game is great.”
- “Catchy music and decent presentation.”
- “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.”
- “Also the soundtracks get repetitive so there is another reason why playing in shorter sessions could benefit your gaming experience better than mine.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 humorous prologue. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, with both enjoyable and less effective moments.
- “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”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 a coherent narrative, making it difficult to become invested in the characters or their journeys.”
- “Character development is shallow, and the plot twists are predictable, leaving little room for emotional engagement.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally view grinding positively, particularly for farming purposes, as it allows for resource accumulation and character progression.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which really takes away from the enjoyment.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and feels more like a chore than fun.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads, viewing the monetization model as acceptable in exchange for a polished experience, even if it resembles casual games found on platforms like Kongregate.
- “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
- “The constant prompts to purchase in-game currency detract from the overall experience and make it feel more like a cash grab.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even during intense moments.”
- “I appreciate how the game balances performance and graphics, making it enjoyable on various devices.”
- “The resource management aspect encourages strategic planning, which enhances the overall optimization experience.”
- “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.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has low replay value and can become boring over time, but it offers enjoyable moments during gameplay that may encourage some players to revisit it.
- “I am recommending this game because even though it has low replay value and can get boring at times, there were moments when it was fun to play.”