City Defense - Police Games! | Game Brain

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City Defense is a real-time strategy game where you protect the city from an aggressive crowd using soldiers and strategic defense lines. With both red and blue stickmen trying to win, your goal is to prevent the red team, the enemy, from reaching the police cars. Despite the fast-approaching crowd evolution, beware of bugs and frequent ads that may hinder gameplay.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,242 reviews

story3 positive mentions

monetization180 negative mentions

The game has a fun and engaging concept, providing a simple objective of stopping mobs from reaching the city.
Players appreciate the minimal forced ads and find the gameplay enjoyable, especially in the early levels.
The game is well-developed with a decent upgrade system, making it a good time killer.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and glitches, particularly after watching ads, leading to lost progress and frustration.
Many players feel overwhelmed by the excessive number of ads, which disrupts gameplay and makes progression difficult without watching them.
The difficulty spikes too quickly, making it hard to advance without relying on ads or in-game purchases, which some players find unfair.

monetization
191 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
1%
94%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, with many expressing frustration over the overwhelming number of ads, both forced and optional, that disrupt gameplay. Players report that progression often requires watching ads or making in-game purchases, leading to a perception of the game as a "cash grab" rather than a balanced gaming experience. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the consensus is that the sheer volume of advertisements detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “This game is pretty good; almost no ads unlike other games where ads pop up every second. I think it's pretty entertaining and good. You get to upgrade your units; it's not that bad. It's actually one of the most entertaining games I've played with almost no ads.”
- “Very good app! You can be a protester and a police officer. This amazing app has no ads, and it's very fun. The one problem is that there's some lagging, so please fix that.”
- “Free to play, no ads.”
- “The entire game is based on ads.”
- “There is more time spent watching constant ads than playing the actual game.”
- “Another game where you spend more time with ads than playing.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and freezing, particularly after watching ads or reaching higher levels. Many players express frustration over the game's performance, stating that the excessive ads contribute to its instability, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay. Despite some positive feedback, the overall consensus highlights significant stability issues that detract from the experience.
- “Yes, you can get past level one, but the problem is you put in too much graphics and it glitches so much that it makes level 4 impossible!”
- “This game was fun at first, but each ad is very long and the game crashes after each ad, and freezes at times.”
- “Every 30 seconds, the game just freezes.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The humor in the game is polarizing; some players find it to be a clever and funny political statement, while others feel it falls flat and lacks comedic value. Overall, opinions on the game's humor vary significantly among users.
- “Somebody's attempt at a humorous political statement.”
- “Very funny game.”
- “Funny.”
- “It's not funny.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but it just didn't deliver.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is heavily criticized for being overshadowed by an excessive number of advertisements, which are integrated into the experience rather than serving as a supplementary feature. Users report that the actual gameplay is minimal and often detracts from the overall experience, with some even noting problematic themes such as the promotion of police brutality.
- “It's an advertising app with very little gameplay.”
- “They also try to force ads down your throat during gameplay.”
- “Watching advertisements is the main aspect of the gameplay.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game's story is perceived as lacking depth, with users noting a minimal narrative and limited gameplay options. While the concept has potential, many feel it is undermined by excessive ads and a lack of engaging content. Suggestions for improvement include adding more diverse units and mission types to enhance the overall experience.
- “The storyline is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters.”
- “The plot twists are unexpected and add depth to the overall experience.”
- “I love how the narrative unfolds, making each mission feel meaningful.”
- “Cash cow - no story, no real playstyle options and lots of ads.”
- “The storyline or concept is fun, but the game sucks.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that significant time investment or monetary expenditure is often required to progress. Many feel that the reliance on ads and excessive grinding detracts from the overall enjoyment and accessibility of the game.
- “Unless you're willing to watch a ton of ads, spend hours grinding, or pay real money, you're not going to be able to do anything.”
- “Terrible, just grinding for enough coins after a certain point to beat the level.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The music in the app has received mixed feedback, with some users expressing dissatisfaction, comparing it unfavorably to "old people music." However, there are also mentions of enjoyable elements, indicating that while the music may not appeal to everyone, it has its fans. Overall, the music aspect seems to be a point of contention among users.
- “This app is frustrating; the ads have a fake 'X' to skip, making it impossible to exit them. I've lost progress in other games because I had to leave and rejoin. The music is worse than listening to old people's music.”
- “The music in this game is incredibly dull and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The game's overall performance is generally praised, but some users report experiencing poor performance during initial startup.
- “The game runs exceptionally well, even on lower-end hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “I was impressed by how quickly the game loaded and how smooth the gameplay felt throughout.”
- “The optimization is top-notch; I experienced minimal lag and consistent frame rates even in intense scenarios.”
- “Very poor performance.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “Optimization issues lead to long loading times and frequent crashes.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics are widely praised as exceptional, with many users describing them as "insane" and among the best in the gaming industry.
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning, creating an immersive experience.”
- “The visual details are breathtaking, making every scene a work of art.”
- “The graphics are top-notch, showcasing incredible attention to detail.”