Cross Tails

59%
Game Brain Score Based on 39 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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"Cross Tails" is a tactical strategy RPG set in a war-torn world, where you delve into a story-driven plot playable from both canine and feline sides. Engage in turn-based battles, utilizing terrain and character orientation, and experience character development through class changes, skill trees, and faith selection. With over 30 classes, various weapons, and armor strengthening, shape the fate of two nations in this immersive game.

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59%
Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews
story5 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a flexible and interesting job system with a plethora of customization options, allowing for unique character builds.
  • Gameplay is enjoyable and offers a good balance of challenge, especially in higher difficulty modes, making it suitable for both casual and hardcore players.
  • The art style and character designs are charming, contributing to an overall pleasant aesthetic experience.
  • The English localization is poorly executed, with numerous translation errors and awkward phrasing that detracts from the overall experience.
  • Controls are frustrating, particularly on PC, with a lack of mouse support and clunky keyboard controls that hinder gameplay.
  • The story is generic and lacks depth, with characters feeling one-dimensional and the writing often coming off as unnatural.
  • story42 mentions

    The story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it generic, poorly written, or hindered by translation issues. While some appreciate the cute premise and character designs, others feel the narrative lacks depth and engagement, often resorting to repetitive gameplay to explore different routes. Overall, the story is seen as a secondary aspect to the gameplay, which is more robust and enjoyable.

    • “The story is cute and enough to hold my interest, but not so long as to distract from the gameplay.”
    • “I thought I was just getting a cute play on chibi cats vs dogs, but the artwork and character designs belie a serious story.”
    • “Its doesn't do anything new but what I would describe it as is a comfy turn-based tactics; it has a slightly political story but doesn't get too dark or deep, it has a fun class system to mess around with and a cute art style, so yeah, comfy.”
    • “Having to start back from level 1 and redo the first 20 missions every time you want to see a different story route.”
    • “The story is really generic and either poorly written or poorly translated (likely both) to the point where you're better off skipping the scenes entirely.”
    • “Most of the characters feel rather one-note and annoying, the writing has consistent errors, and the story is pretty much the exact cut & dry kind of war story that most games of this nature present you with.”
  • gameplay11 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its flexibility and depth, allowing for various strategies and character customization without requiring excessive grinding. However, some players found the learning curve steep due to a poorly designed manual, which detracted from the overall experience. Despite this, the mechanics are competent and reminiscent of previous titles in the mercenary genre, offering a fun tactical experience.

    • “The game mechanics are competent enough, character customization is in depth, and there are plenty of ways to spice up gameplay with variety.”
    • “As a lot of reviewers have said thus far, the story and dialog leave much to be desired, but the gameplay is very flexible and robust, allowing the player to come up with whatever strategy and challenge they want, at whichever difficulty they want, with the option to completely break the game open and without making grinding too much of a chore since it is automated and sped up.”
    • “Having to learn the deluge of extra mechanics by trying to decipher whatever English they used in their so-called 'manual' rather than a properly paced tutorial mission completely put me off.”
    • “The gameplay is overall simple and doesn't demand heavy grinding to get the setup you need.”
    • “It shares a lot of similarities with the Mercenaries Saga games (acronyms, abbreviations, combat mechanics, etc.), which makes sense because those were developed by Rideon Inc.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming and cute art style that draws players in, reminiscent of chibi designs. While it doesn't introduce anything groundbreaking, the visuals effectively complement the game's lighthearted yet politically nuanced narrative, evoking a blend of aesthetics from classic tactical games. Overall, the graphics contribute to a cozy and engaging atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.

    • “The art style is definitely charming.”
    • “I thought I was just getting a cute play on chibi cats vs dogs, but the artwork and character designs belie a serious story.”
    • “It reminds me of an aesthetic cross between FFT WOTL and the Mercenaries Saga games.”
    • “Its graphics don't do anything new, and while it has a comfy turn-based tactics feel, the visuals lack innovation.”
    • “I thought I was just getting a cute play on chibi cats vs dogs, but the artwork and character designs are misleading and don't match the serious story.”
    • “The graphics remind me of an aesthetic cross between Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions and the Mercenaries Saga games, but they feel dated.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Overall, players find the grinding in this game to be enjoyable and not overly demanding, with many appreciating the flexibility it offers in terms of strategy and difficulty. The automated and expedited grinding mechanics help alleviate the tedium often associated with leveling up, making it a more engaging experience. Despite some criticisms of the story and dialogue, the grinding aspect is generally seen as a positive feature that enhances gameplay.

    • “As a lot of reviewers have said thus far, the story and dialog leave much to be desired, but the gameplay is very flexible and robust, allowing the player to come up with whatever strategy and challenge they want, at whichever difficulty they want, with the option to completely break the game open and without making grinding too much of a chore since it is automated and sped up unlike other games.”
    • “I've finished one of the routes to the end and probably spent far longer than required grinding out classes to see what they are like, and I can happily say that this is an enjoyable experience.”
    • “The gameplay is overall simple and doesn't demand heavy grinding to get the setup you need.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered acceptable, with some tracks effectively immersing players in the game's world. However, opinions vary, as some find the music to be a mixed bag, with occasional unique influences, such as Egyptian-inspired themes.

    • “Music draws you into the world.”
    • “There's no variety, and the music is a bit of a mixed bag.”
    • “I could hear a bit of Egyptian-inspired music in one of the stories.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers express disappointment in the character development, feeling that while the character designs are charming, they do not compensate for a lack of depth and growth in the characters themselves.

  • optimization1 mentions

    The Steam Deck version is favored for its superior performance compared to the Switch, making it the better choice for players who prioritize optimization.

    • “The Steam Deck version is clearly the better choice over the Switch if performance is a priority for you.”
    • “The optimization on the Steam Deck allows for a smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience compared to other platforms.”
    • “I appreciate how well the game runs on the Steam Deck; the optimization really enhances the overall gameplay.”
    • “The Steam Deck version is clearly superior to the Switch when it comes to performance.”
    • “Optimization issues make the game feel sluggish and unresponsive at times.”
    • “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which severely impacted my gameplay experience.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers strong replayability through diverse character selection and the opportunity to unlock "true" endings, encouraging players to explore different choices and outcomes.

    • “The game offers great replay value thanks to its diverse character selection and the ability to unlock 'true' endings.”
    • “With multiple paths and choices, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, encouraging you to explore different outcomes.”
    • “The variety of gameplay styles and unlockable content makes you want to dive back in for another round.”
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