Downtown Gangstas: War Game

About

"Downtown Gangstas: Hood Wars" is a strategy game that offers an interesting plot and masterful game mechanics. The game features stellar visuals and is described as an epic clash of mobsters in a crime-ridden city. Build your criminal empire, form alliances, and defeat rival gangs in this intense mafia-themed title.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,450 reviews

graphics71 positive mentions

monetization9 negative mentions

The game has great graphics and an engaging gameplay experience.
It's fun and addictive, with a lot of content to explore.
The game offers a unique twist on the gangster theme, reminiscent of classic titles.

Progression can be slow, with long wait times for upgrades and low cash earnings.
There are bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as issues with troop deployment.
The game can feel repetitive after a while, especially once players reach higher levels.

graphics
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
76%
21%
3%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, clarity, and artistic style. While some players noted areas for improvement, such as the need for more realistic designs or additional graphical features, the majority found the visuals to be engaging and well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
- “A very beautiful game; I loved it! Exciting and fun, it has a lot of action and the graphics are very clear.”
- “Amazing graphics, fun-filled storyline & exciting peer-to-peer, real-time battles!”
- “Great mafia-based strategy game, with some amazing graphics.”
- “I am impressed with the game, but I think the graphics can be improved.”
- “It just needs more graphics.”
- “Nice game, but please do some realistic graphic design.”
story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
41%
8%
The game's story aspect is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging plot and fun mission-based gameplay. However, many users express a desire for more missions, clearer guidance on unit upgrades, and additional story-driven campaigns to enhance the overall experience. While the graphics and core gameplay are praised, some players feel that the current mission structure and resource management could be improved to better support the narrative.
- “Amazing graphics, fun-filled storyline & exciting peer-to-peer, real-time battles!”
- “Interesting story with great potential.”
- “Love the gameplay, excellent storyline.”
- “Could use more characters and maybe some solo campaign missions with a storyline.”
- “Needs more story levels.”
- “Where is the update? It said it was updating but no changes in the game. I have been stuck on Central Park doing the jobs missions. I passed all the missions at 100% and still can't go to the next level. Plus, there are no new characters in the game. Please upgrade before I uninstall.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
27%
12%
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its engaging mechanics, strategic elements, and appealing graphics, making it enjoyable for players. While many appreciate the variety and depth, some users note a need for more freshness to keep the experience engaging. The game successfully combines modern gameplay with nostalgic elements, drawing comparisons to popular titles like Grand Theft Auto.
- “I'm really enjoying this game so far, I love the strategy aspect of it, the graphics, gameplay, all on point.”
- “Love the mechanics of the game.”
- “Love the unique gameplay and graphics.”
- “The smoothness is a little weak but not so bad that it ruins the gameplay.”
- “Like the story and the gameplay is simple.”
- “I love the graphics and like the style of hip hop gameplay.”
monetization
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
13%
56%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While many appreciate the absence of intrusive ads and the lack of heavy pressure for in-game purchases, some express concerns about the high cost of in-game purchases and suggest the introduction of optional ad-based rewards for resources. Overall, players value the ad-free experience but desire more balanced monetization options.
- “No ads!”
- “I give it 4 stars because there are no in-app purchases.”
- “Well made, easy to play, great sound, and so far no heavy push for money and no ads.”
- “It is slow-paced and requires in-game purchases to get things going more.”
- “Too many ads.”
- “Please don't add ads.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, players report a generally stable experience with the game, highlighting the absence of major bugs or glitches during regular play. However, some users have encountered issues during missions, including freezing and unresponsive characters, particularly after recent updates. Technical support has been noted as responsive, addressing glitches promptly, which contributes positively to the game's stability.
- “I like this game because it has no glitches and it doesn't freeze up in the middle of gameplay, so I recommend everyone try it.”
- “It's fun and it runs great.”
- “Though DTM has been kind of buggy since the updates of Android happened, I do appreciate some newer fixes in that game that TalkBack users can learn of that we couldn't do before.”
- “Love it so far, but I've been having problems when I go on missions. When other players attack, my guys just run around and don't do anything. When I attack bosses or other people, the game freezes. Help, please!”
- “Good game until you're on missions; it glitches a bit.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it entertaining and funny, particularly praising the comedic portrayal of dogs. However, some users feel that the game could benefit from a more engaging and humorous start. Overall, it is described as a hilariously entertaining experience.
- “I freaking love it! The dogs are hilarious 😂😂😂”
- “It's hilariously entertaining.”
- “Funny old style game.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising the background tracks for enhancing the overall experience. While some comments reflect mixed feelings about specific lyrical content, the majority appreciate the music's ability to keep them engaged during gameplay.
- “Great background music as well!”
- “Love this game! It keeps me busy for a few hours, and the music and graphics are great.”
- “Best song! 🤩🤩🙂”
- “The music is not very engaging.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The audio quality of the music is disappointing.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be significant, often requiring substantial amounts of in-game currency (e.g., $2000) to progress, particularly when leveling up structures like the mansion. Despite the grind, many appreciate the unique blend of farming and building mechanics.
- “Stuck grinding $2000 at a time trying to get enough to level up the mansion to level 3.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game but express frustration with its performance, wishing for smoother optimization to enhance their experience.