City Siege: Faction Island

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City Siege: Faction Island is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Ish Games and was released on March 17, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

"City Siege: Faction Island" is a 2D physics war game where you build your army with various units and weapons, completing destructive missions on Faction Island to bring peace. Dynamic gameplay allows for environmental destruction, leading to massive combos and rewards. Earn cash to expand your army with heavy weaponry and airstrikes for more firepower.

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Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

humor1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Great for short gaming sessions with decent strategic depth.
Offers a huge variety of factions and units, allowing for creative gameplay.
Fun and engaging with destructible environments and upgradeable units.

Lacks troop variety and strategic depth compared to earlier City Siege games.
Graphics and controls are subpar, leading to a frustrating experience.
Feels like a cash grab with many free alternatives available online.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it unique and enjoyable, particularly appreciating the blend of side-scrolling shooter and Angry Birds mechanics. However, many criticize the controls as slippery, the physics as poor, and the level design as limited, leading to a repetitive experience that doesn't measure up to classic titles like the old Y8 city siege games. Overall, while some find value in the game's low price for a couple of hours of play, others feel it lacks depth and excitement.
- “But despite this, the mix of side-scrolling shooter and Angry Birds gameplay was really unique (at least to me). I had a lot of fun playing this game, and considering it's $1 for 2 hours of gameplay, you're getting a pretty good deal.”
- “+ Destructive and exciting gameplay.”
- “The gameplay looks cool in the video.”
- “The gameplay is just okay, but it doesn't even come close to the old Y8 City Siege games.”
- “Picking this theme with these characters is already a problem, and on top of that, the gameplay itself suffers from slippery controls and limited level design.”
- “Annoying controls, terrible physics, and boring gameplay.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around various missions that require strategic troop and vehicle selection, with players facing challenges such as rescue missions where hostages are vulnerable. Players can upgrade and purchase new units, emphasizing themes of perseverance and adaptability in the face of adversity. However, some missions, particularly VIP missions, are criticized for their difficulty and frustration.
- “You can upgrade stuff and even bring back to life those who are dead on a mission.”
- “You are able to play and control one or multiple units at a time, and you will have to complete a mission under certain conditions.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Rescue missions are a real pain because the hostages die from a single enemy hit.”
- “VIP missions are awful.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the heavy, old-school rock vibe and catchy intro song, while others criticize the repetitive nature of the soundtrack and its limited volume control options. Overall, the music may appeal to fans of the genre, but its overuse and lack of variety could detract from the experience for some players.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “I love the names of the soldiers and the old school rock music.”
- “The intro song is very cool; that's one thing that this game has going for itself.”
- “Music is kinda heavy for such a game.”
- “Soundtrack and gameplay reminds me of a 2009 free online flash game.”
- “Bad overused 'metal/rockish' styled music.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered simple and limited, with a cartoony art style that adds some charm, though many reviewers note that the overall quality is subpar, particularly due to fixed low resolution and lack of graphical settings. While some appreciate the artistic direction, the animations and gameplay are often described as poor, making the visual experience feel basic and reminiscent of older web games.
- “The art style is cartoony rather than retro pixel, which adds a little element of charm to the game.”
- “Good graphics and art.”
- “The graphic style and gameplay suit Newgrounds.”
- “The graphics aren't that great overall; this is made a bit worse by the resolution being fixed under 1080p.”
- “Graphics are tolerable, but animations could have been better.”
- “There are no graphical settings.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some appreciate the availability of good cards for farming, others criticize it for stripping away enjoyable mechanics and devolving into a tedious experience.
- “This game takes the basic mechanics, rips out the enjoyable heart of the game, and gives you a tedious mess.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that monetization strategies in the game are perceived as opportunistic cash grabs, suggesting that both major developers and smaller publishers exploit the franchise's name for profit rather than focusing on quality or player experience.
- “The monetization strategy feels like a blatant cash grab, relying solely on the franchise's name.”
- “It's disappointing to see such aggressive monetization tactics in a game that could have been great.”
- “The in-game purchases are overwhelming and detract from the overall experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game's controls exhibit occasional bugs, leading to unresponsive behavior at times, which affects overall stability.
- “Unfortunately, the controls can be a bit buggy and sometimes fail to respond properly.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized as hilariously politically incorrect, appealing to players who appreciate edgy and bold comedic elements.
- “This game is hilariously politically incorrect, and I love it.”