Company of Heroes

About

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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,720 reviews

graphics108 positive mentions

stability28 negative mentions

The game is a fantastic port of the original PC version, providing a nostalgic experience.
The graphics and gameplay are impressive for a mobile game, making it enjoyable to play.
The game offers a deep and engaging strategy experience, with a lot of replayability.

The controls can be clunky and difficult to master, especially on smaller screens.
There are frequent crashes and issues with saving progress, which can be frustrating.
The game lacks multiplayer options, limiting the overall experience compared to the PC version.

graphics
244 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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52%
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and optimization for mobile devices, with many users noting that they resemble the PC version despite some downgrades. However, there are frequent requests for adjustable graphic settings, as performance varies significantly depending on the device, and some players have experienced graphical glitches. Overall, while the visuals are considered impressive for a mobile game, there is a consensus that improvements and customization options would enhance the experience further.
- “The graphics are toned down for mobile compatibility, but it is still extremely beautiful.”
- “During actual gameplay, the graphics are beautiful.”
- “Amazing, a near perfect port from PC, graphics, gameplay, everything is amazing.”
- “The downside is you cannot change graphic settings in the options.”
- “Had a few strange graphic problems like the rain turning white and covering the screen completely so I couldn't see.”
- “The graphics are a bit dated but with the devs having to port a whole PC game to mobile, this is crazy.”
story
244 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
73%
2%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players praising its engaging narrative and historical context, particularly in the context of World War II. However, numerous users report frustrating bugs that reset mission progress, disrupt gameplay, and hinder the overall experience, detracting from the enjoyment of the story. Players express a desire for additional missions and content to expand the narrative further, indicating that while the existing story is strong, there is a demand for more depth and variety.
- “Great fun with a great story.”
- “The gameplay is superb and the storyline is great.”
- “This game is awesome, the story is great, the tanks sound and look cool.”
- “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 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!”
- “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.”
gameplay
143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
39%
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Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its smooth mechanics and faithful adaptation from the PC version, providing an engaging RTS experience on mobile. While many players appreciate the depth and fun of the campaigns and skirmishes, there are notable concerns regarding touch controls, occasional bugs, and the need for optimizations, particularly on smaller screens. Despite these issues, the game is considered a great value for its price, with beautiful graphics and immersive gameplay that keeps players engaged.
- “Gameplay is really smooth and I was looking for a true RTS game for mobile and I'm glad I found this game.”
- “The gameplay is superb and the storyline is great.”
- “Absolutely loved the gameplay!”
- “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.”
- “The controls are poor and the gameplay is fine.”
- “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 passed because of controls; I can't even order my soldiers to go outside a building. What a joke.”
optimization
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization for Android devices has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance on high-end phones, while others report significant lag and stuttering on mid-range and lower-end devices. Many users express a desire for further optimization updates to enhance gameplay across a wider range of devices, as performance issues persist even on flagship models. Overall, while some players enjoy a solid experience, the need for improved optimization remains a common concern.
- “On my OnePlus 7 Pro, the performance is really great; the FPS is steady and the unit models look phenomenal.”
- “Great game, brings back some good memories, excellently optimized.”
- “Runs smoothly and I'm having so much fun in this mobile version.”
- “Some details need to be 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.”
- “Great game for those who love offline RTS games, especially for those not at home, but the game's optimization is really terrible.”
stability
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
62%
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, crashes, and buggy controls that detract from the experience. Some players have noted that these issues are manageable with troubleshooting, but others express frustration over persistent bugs that can disrupt gameplay. Despite these concerns, the game is generally praised for its performance and engaging gameplay.
- “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.”
monetization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
55%
32%
The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of ads and pay-to-win mechanics, making it a refreshing option in the mobile strategy genre. However, some users have expressed frustration with in-app purchases, particularly regarding the availability and functionality of DLC options, indicating a need for improvements in this area. Overall, the game is praised for its fair pricing compared to other titles that rely heavily on 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.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
Overall, the game offers significant replayability, with players noting its ability to keep them engaged for long periods, particularly through modes like Skirmish. Despite some concerns about the user interface and controls, many feel that the game remains intriguing and enjoyable even without all the DLCs. However, the lack of multiplayer options may limit some players' desire to replay.
- “Very good game keeps you intrigued for long periods of time and is indefinitely replayable.”
- “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 indefinitely replayable.”
- “You'll get used to the UI that covers half of the screen and the occasional miss-click; 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.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning graphics and immersive elements, with users highlighting the beauty of explosions and tracer rounds, contributing to a rich and engaging experience reminiscent of PC quality. Overall, players consider the atmosphere a standout feature that enhances the game's appeal.
- “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 true masterpiece! I would love for you to add other Company of Heroes games to smartphones!”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 the overall sense of annoyance and repetitiveness in the gameplay experience.
- “Campaign is okay, but some missions are just tedious because of the controls.”
- “Why is my DLC data always lost? I have to download it again every time, and it's very tedious. Please give me a solution and an answer.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is not directly addressed in the provided texts, which focus primarily on user interface issues related to team and squad management. As such, there is no significant emotional feedback or sentiment expressed in these reviews.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players finding it amusing and engaging, particularly in the context of the mobile version. Overall, the comedic elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.