Company of Heroes
- February 13, 2020
- Feral Interactive
- 2h median play time
Company of Heroes is a strategy game set in World War II, offering an intriguing story, spectacular gameplay, and ingenious graphics. As the commander, players take control of various troops and units in real-time battles, making tactical decisions that will determine the outcome of each mission. The game meticulously recreates the intensity and complexity of war, immersing players in a rich and authentic WWII experience.
Reviews
- Great port of a classic PC game, retains the original gameplay and graphics.
- Fun and engaging gameplay, brings back nostalgic memories.
- No microtransactions or pay-to-win mechanics, worth the price.
- Controls can be clunky and difficult to master on mobile devices.
- Frequent crashes and issues with saving progress, especially with DLC content.
- Lack of multiplayer mode limits replayability and social interaction.
- story169 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative and nostalgic elements from the original PC version. However, numerous users report frustrating bugs that reset mission progress, disrupt gameplay, and hinder the overall experience, detracting from the enjoyment of the storyline. While the campaigns and missions are praised for their depth, players express a desire for more content and improvements to save functionality.
“The gameplay is superb and the storyline is great.”
“This game is awesome, the story is great, the tanks sound and look cool.”
“Excellent story and graphics make this game a 5 star!”
“I have to redo all the missions over again and no longer have any of my previous progress. Not a huge deal, but still a bummer. I am definitely hoping for an online skirmish so I can stop playing against bots!”
“I really love playing this game since I played it for the first time and the campaigns, but there's one problem: when I didn't play this game for a week and I open it, it resets all my missions except one, and I have to download them again and do the missions again. Please, if you see this message, please fix this bug or glitch.”
“I finished the campaign and I'm so sad there's no more missions. Please add more to the campaign mode. Other than that, the game was awesome!”
- graphics153 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with many praising their beauty and optimization for mobile devices, particularly on high-end phones. However, several users expressed disappointment over the lack of adjustable graphic settings and noted that the graphics are toned down compared to the PC version, leading to occasional glitches and lower fidelity on less powerful devices. Overall, while the visuals are generally well-received, there is a strong desire for improvements and customization options.
“The game features stunning mobile graphics in addition to intuitive UI and camera control.”
“Graphics are beautiful and the pause function is great, but spending a majority of the game fighting the controls is a major problem.”
“I love the gameplay and graphics, runs pretty decent.”
“The downside is you cannot change graphic settings in the options.”
“The graphics are low; otherwise, the game is very interesting.”
“I pay and play; I was hyped expecting the same as on the computer, but I was shocked the graphics are bad and the way to control the game is hard.”
- gameplay86 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its depth and fidelity to the original PC version, offering a smooth and engaging experience with beautiful graphics. However, many users express frustration with the touch controls, which can be unwieldy and limit gameplay, particularly for complex actions. Despite these control issues, the game is considered a strong RTS title for mobile, with hopes for future optimizations and additional content.
“Gameplay is really smooth and I was looking for a true RTS game for mobile, and I'm glad I found this game.”
“Amazing, a near perfect port from PC, graphics, gameplay, everything is amazing.”
“The gameplay is superb and the storyline is great.”
“Sadly, I can't give this 5 stars because the touch screen controls are just not up to the task and, in my opinion, limit gameplay quite a bit.”
“F*** your controls for touch. Great game, horrible touch mechanics. How can a company make so much money but can't fix anything simple? Every time I try to move around, it keeps thinking I'm holding to activate something else. Tutorials can't be completed because of controls; I can't even order my soldiers to go outside a building. What a joke.”
“I wish that you will optimize the gameplay on Huawei Nova 5T; it has Kirin 980. Sometimes in the middle of the game, it will crash and exit to the game. I hope you will fix it, thanks.”
- optimization39 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's optimization for Android devices has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing smooth performance on high-end phones, while others with mid-range or unsupported devices report issues like stuttering, lag, and crashes. Although some users appreciate the graphics and gameplay, they express a strong desire for further optimization updates to enhance compatibility and performance across a wider range of devices. Overall, while the game runs well on certain models, significant optimization improvements are needed for many users to fully enjoy the experience.
“Game runs at a solid frame rate, so it isn't performance related, I think.”
“On my OnePlus 7 Pro, the performance is really great; FPS is steady and the unit models look phenomenal.”
“Great game, brings back some good memories, excellently optimized.”
“The game is really good, but it has some problems where the screen takes me to the other side of the map and it gets annoying. It's probably because I use a Samsung S20, since it gave me that warning that I may experience bad performance because of my device.”
“Also, the game is not optimized on my phone, although I am using a OnePlus 7T with a Snapdragon 855+ processor that is so powerful, but I am still experiencing stuttering and lag.”
“Great game for those who love offline RTS games, especially for those not at home, but the game's optimization is really terrible.”
- stability32 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 69 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many users report that it runs well on various devices, there are frequent mentions of graphical glitches, random crashes, and buggy controls that detract from the experience. Some players have experienced specific issues like freezing during skirmishes and difficulties with unit selection, indicating that while the port is enjoyable, it requires further optimization and bug fixes. Despite these problems, several users still find the game fun and engaging, suggesting that the stability issues may be manageable with some troubleshooting.
“I have the Note20 5G, so it runs great with no issues performance-wise.”
“Playing on a Note 9 runs great, no lag so far.”
“S22 Ultra... runs great... exceptional game.”
“I'm giving this 3 stars instead of 5 because, while this port works and is overall fun, I'm experiencing some minor graphical glitches where the models and dialog boxes flicker in and out.”
“Another bug that I encountered today: I can't win a skirmish game; it suddenly freezes the whole game.”
“Very good but a bit buggy on Android, and sometimes the game gets stuck on a mission, so you have to restart.”
- monetization13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
The monetization model of this WWII strategy game on Android is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of ads and pay-to-win mechanics. However, some users express frustration over issues with in-app purchases, particularly regarding the DLC, indicating a desire for clearer purchasing options and smoother functionality. Overall, the game is praised for its fair pricing compared to other mobile games laden with microtransactions.
“I couldn't recommend this purchase more for the small price they're asking compared to pay-to-win games and their ridiculous in-game purchases.”
“Been looking for a good RTS on mobile without too many unnecessary microtransactions, and I found this.”
“Great game overall, no ads, no pay-to-win; I just wish view scrolling was less finicky.”
“It's like watching a movie with ads in it.”
“Already paid enough for the game and again update with an in-game purchase is not fair; disappointed.”
“I paid money for Opposing Fronts via in-app purchase and I'm not able to play it.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers significant replayability, particularly through its skirmish mode, which keeps players engaged for extended periods. However, some users have noted issues with the user interface and controls, which could impact the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the game remains intriguing and enjoyable even without all the DLCs.
“There's a lot of replayability, even if you don't own all the DLCs.”
“You'll get used to the UI that covers half of the screen and the occasional misclick. Hopefully, they could improve it. Also, it doesn't have multiplayer yet, but there's a lot of replayability, even if you don't own all the DLCs.”
“Skirmish mode is worth the money because of its endless replayability.”
“Very good game keeps you intrigued for long periods of time and is indefinitely replayable.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its stunning graphics and immersive elements, with users highlighting the beauty of explosions and the dynamic visuals of tracer rounds. Overall, it creates a rich and engaging experience that many consider a masterpiece.
“Explosions are beautiful, tracer rounds from units, and the rich atmosphere make this a pretty perfect game.”
“This game is totally amazing! Great graphics and atmosphere, just like on PC. It's a masterpiece! I would love for you to add other Company of Heroes games to smartphones!”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to frustrating controls in certain missions. Additionally, issues with DLC data loss contribute to a cumbersome experience, as users frequently have to redownload content.
“The campaign is okay, but some missions are just tedious due to the controls.”
“Why is my DLC data always lost? I have to download it again every time, and it's very tedious. Please provide a solution.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overshadowed by frustrating user interface issues, particularly with team and squad management controls that interfere with gameplay, leading to unintended selections and a diminished player experience.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, with one user noting that their first experience with the game will be through its mobile version, suggesting that the humor translates well across platforms.
“This is an awesome port of the game, and funny enough, my first time playing it will be on the mobile version.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing that keeps me laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game blends humor with gameplay, making every moment enjoyable and entertaining.”