- October 9, 2015
- Whootgames
Castles
Platforms
About
"Castles" is a historical action game that can be played in single-player, co-op, or multi-player modes, both locally and with split-screen. In the story mode, players control an engineer building a tower on a 7x7 grid while facing challenges such as unpredictable weather, King Edmund's minions, and various machinery. The game features over 50 levels of randomized gameplay, ensuring a unique experience each time. The ultimate goal is to help King Harold build his greatest achievement, a towering structure that withstands various obstacles.









- The game has a unique and fun match-3 concept with colorful graphics that can be addictive.
- It offers multiple modes, including a story mode with bosses and a versus mode for playing with friends.
- Players have found joy and motivation in the game, using it as a positive distraction during tough times.
- The controls are unresponsive and can lead to frustrating gameplay, with issues like delayed inputs and keys stopping responding entirely.
- The game introduces too many block types for a small grid, making it difficult for players to make matches and leading to a frustrating experience.
- Players have reported problems with multiplayer setup, as only one player can use a controller while the other must use a keyboard.
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting the importance of perseverance in the face of challenges. While the narrative is somewhat limited, with players only experiencing up to level 3 in story mode, additional gameplay options like versus and survival modes offer more variety for those seeking further 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 story is just a bit lacking in depth.”
“We were only able to play to level 3 in story mode.”
“If the 50-level story mode isn't enough, there is a versus mode if you have a friend or sibling to play with, and a survival mode where you can try to break your records.”