Clash of Irons
- October 16, 2022
- HQ Games
Get on SteamClash of Irons: Blitzkrieg is a real-time tank RPG+SLG game. It recreates the classic tanks of World War II and restores the shocking war scenes with fantasy World War II plots. Command your futuristic tanks across history and rekindle your war spirit with the will of iron and blood.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and easy to play, providing many hours of entertainment.
- The tank models and gameplay mechanics are enjoyable, with a mix of tactical and strategic elements.
- The developer team is responsive and the game offers a lot of prizes for players.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, with many high-tier tanks only available through real money purchases.
- There are significant technical issues, including a lack of sound during battles and a poorly optimized interface.
- Developer policies are frustrating, leading to player dissatisfaction and server merges that disadvantage newer players.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally perceived as shallow and slow, with comparisons made to other MMORPGs like League of Angels and Wartune, suggesting a lack of depth and engagement. While some players find it enjoyable, the overall consensus points to a less dynamic experience.
“It is a good game; two-thirds of the gameplay is similar to games such as League of Angels or Wartune and other MMORPGs.”
“On a technical basis, the gameplay is shallow and vacuous.”
“The gameplay is noticeably slower.”
“Did I mention the gameplay is slower?”
- monetization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game is heavily criticized for its reliance on predatory microtransactions, resembling mobile app practices with a focus on pay-to-win and pay-to-progress mechanics. Players report a frustrating tutorial designed to encourage spending, while some users experience issues with in-app purchases not functioning at all.
“While this seems to be a PC exclusive game, it has all the qualities of a mobile app, with shallow, grindy, pay-to-win and pay-to-progress predatory microtransactions.”
“While this seems to be a PC exclusive game, it has all the qualities of a mobile app, with shallow, grindy, pay-to-win, and pay-to-progress predatory microtransactions.”
“For me, in-app purchases are unavailable it seems; nothing happens when you click any purchase button.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging narrative and events, although there are some frustrations regarding the current quest limitations related to city levels being under protective bubbles.
“I like the story, tanks, events; all in all, it's great.”
“The server quests in this part say that currently we must try to win a level 8 city, but both level 8 and level 7 are still under protective bubbles.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, citing the game as "horrible" and "buggy," with a lack of support options such as a bug report feature or dedicated forums for troubleshooting.
“Horrible buggy - there is no bug report icon, no forum, nothing except a Facebook page.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and disconnections, which ruined my gaming experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players criticize the game for its grindy nature, likening it to a mobile app experience with shallow gameplay. The presence of predatory microtransactions that encourage pay-to-win and pay-to-progress mechanics further exacerbates the negative perception of grinding in the game.
“While this seems to be a PC exclusive game, it has all the qualities of a mobile app, with shallow, grindy mechanics and predatory microtransactions that push for pay-to-win and pay-to-progress.”
