Crypto Against All Odds
- March 2, 2021
- Pictagor
Get on Steam"Crypto Against All Odds" is a tower defense game that immerses players in the world of cryptocurrencies, where they must defend against cybersecurity attacks while uncovering a conspiracy as a blockchain security expert. With hacking elements and a cypherpunk storyline, players must maintain their secret identity while defending their towers and interacting with other forum users and terminal chats. This game offers a unique blend of tower defense, hacking, and role-playing for a thrilling experience.
PC
Reviews
- Decent graphics and interesting tower designs that counter specific enemies based on their behavior.
- The game offers a fun and educational experience about cryptocurrencies while providing a solid tower defense gameplay similar to Plants Vs Zombies.
- Engaging mechanics and a unique concept that mixes tower defense with crypto themes, making it enjoyable and dynamic.
- Cringy dialogue and plot that portrays cryptocurrency supporters in an unrealistic and exaggerated manner.
- Some bugs present, including enemies glitching and low mouse sensitivity on certain levels.
- The story can be overly verbose and not easily skippable, which may detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story is a mixed bag, featuring cringy dialogue and a plot that portrays cryptocurrency supporters as heroes against an evil cash-based conspiracy. While some players appreciate the educational aspects and interactive elements, many feel the narrative is convoluted and skippable, with only a few finding it engaging or well-integrated into the gameplay. Overall, the story garners a range of opinions, from enjoyable to forgettable.
“I finished the game and it's pretty good, the story basically has a bunch of references on the whole crypto saga and events.”
“Nice concept, nice backstory and kinda educational too.”
“I really liked the interactive concept of receiving e-mail, choosing missions and having to decide what I should do ('Do you want to share your address: yes or no?').”
“Very cringy dialogue and plot where cryptocurrency supporters are cool hacker superheroes who are here to save the world, while people who use banknotes are part of an evil plot.”
“Story is nothing special.”
“Lots of story that you cannot quickly skip for a tower defense game.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their decent quality and a compelling technological aesthetic, earning a perfect score of 10/10 from users. Additionally, the visuals contribute to an engaging experience that enhances the understanding of various cryptocurrencies.
“I do love the technological aesthetic of the game, and I get to learn a little more about other types of cryptocurrencies.”
“Graphics: 10/10.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is likened to a fun tower defense experience reminiscent of Plants vs. Zombies, enriched with crypto lore and inside jokes for knowledgeable players. However, some users criticize the mechanics, particularly when using a mouse, suggesting they can be frustrating.
“Fun tower defense game, similar to Plants vs. Zombies in gameplay but with a lot of crypto lore and some inside jokes if you're familiar enough with the subject to get them.”
“Such an awful mechanic, especially with a mouse.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game received a mixed reception, with some users feeling it was a missed opportunity, while others rated it positively at 8/10, indicating that it has redeeming qualities despite its shortcomings.
“Music: 8/10.”
“The music was a wasted opportunity.”
“The soundtrack felt repetitive and uninspired.”
“I found the music to be forgettable and lacking in variety.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players noting it as well-executed and genuinely funny, contributing to an overall polished experience.
“Well done! This is a well-polished game, and it is so damn funny.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is solid, with all core features functioning as intended and minimal bugs reported, though it may not exceed expectations.
“The game runs smoothly without any major issues, providing a stable experience.”
“All the core features are present, and I haven't encountered any bugs.”
“Overall, the stability of the game is impressive, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.”
