Empire Warriors: Offline Games
- January 31, 2018
- ZITGA
- 8h median play time
Empire Warriors: Offline Games is a strategy game that offers an intriguing story and ingenious gameplay with plenty of humor. It features spectacular visuals and tests your skills with tower defense offline fights. However, the game can be very grinding and is filled with annoying ads and bugs, which may hinder the overall gaming experience.
Reviews
- graphics332 mentions
- 74 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their vibrant and cute art style, with many users noting well-designed character models and smooth animations. However, some reviews highlight issues such as graphical glitches, lag, and comparisons to other games like Kingdom Rush, suggesting a lack of originality in the visual design. Overall, while the graphics are considered appealing and enjoyable, there are calls for improvements and updates to enhance the visual experience further.
“Graphics are clean, vibrant and character models are well designed.”
“The graphics are great....and it's also a great game, it's really gonna sharpen your mind.”
“Great graphics, gameplay, map design, heroes and overall very fun game.”
“Awful graphics.”
“Although this game suffers from poor graphics, it does have more depth than other similar tower defense games, but the paywall is so blatant it makes you lose interest.”
“Very very bad game graphics are also bad, please don't download this game.”
- monetization190 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 76 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the option to watch ads for rewards rather than being forced to do so. While some users find the in-game purchases reasonable, others criticize the high prices and the frequency of ads, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration. Overall, the game offers a balance of optional ads for bonuses and microtransactions, but issues with ad functionality and excessive monetization practices have been noted.
“Very fun, no ads forced in your face, you choose when to see one and get rewarded for it.”
“The f2p monetization is here, but it is in no way nearly invasive as other games, actually rewarding you (generously) with premium currency by completing daily, weekly, or event themed missions.”
“Awesome game and very possible to play without doing in-game purchases.”
“Just a bummer that you have to spend real money to progress into the higher levels and watch a ton of ads to make free play even work at all.”
“This game has a nice art style, but feels like it's taken too much from other titles, and due to it being a mobile game it is plagued with unnecessary overpriced microtransactions - and the gameplay progression feels throttled as a result as an incentive to spend money.”
“Stuffed full of excessive monetization that makes it unplayable.”
- gameplay174 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by smooth controls, engaging mechanics, and a fun, addictive experience reminiscent of other tower defense games like Kingdom Rush. However, many players express frustration with the prevalence of ads, the pay-to-win elements, and a lack of originality due to the game's similarities to existing titles. Overall, while the gameplay offers enjoyable strategic elements and decent graphics, it is marred by issues related to monetization and repetitive mechanics.
“The gameplay is addictive.”
“Fantastic gameplay.”
“Great gameplay and options to upgrade.”
“Which practically defeats the whole purpose of getting the towers; the moment you get the towers, there is no gameplay anymore.”
“This game has a nice art style, but feels like it's taken too much from other titles, and due to it being a mobile game, it is plagued with unnecessary overpriced microtransactions - and the gameplay progression feels throttled as a result as an incentive to spend money.”
“Only thing I hate is that players spending money get default perks that make their gameplay easy, which is just plain stupid.”
- story73 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered basic and lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for more engaging narrative elements and backstory. While some enjoy the storyline and find it enjoyable, others feel it is overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and the need for grinding. Overall, the story is seen as a decent backdrop to the gameplay, but there is a strong call for more content and development to enhance the narrative experience.
“The story is decent and the gameplay is interesting.”
“It's very addictive with a nice storyline...”
“Really fun and good story line as well.”
“The storyline is basic and boring.”
“Fun, until you get to a point where you have to buy things to continue the mission.”
“The English used in the storyline is appalling.”
- grinding43 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, with many players finding it tedious and time-consuming, often leading to frustration over slow hero progression and the need for microtransactions to advance. While some players appreciate the challenge and find the grinding entertaining, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, especially when compared to similar games. Overall, the game offers a mix of grinding that can be rewarding but may also feel excessive for those unwilling to invest time or money.
“Stopped playing after grinding for a month trying to level up 3 characters.”
“Progress is throttled to a grinding waste of time to push microtransactions, pay to progress.”
“Either you pay or you spend tons of time grinding, making the game a disappointment and ripping off every good thing from Kingdom Rush and making you pay for it in order to truly enjoy it.”
- humor25 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it simple yet effective, often enhanced by amusing character interactions and voice lines. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to blend humor with engaging gameplay, making it both addictive and entertaining. Overall, the lighthearted tone and funny elements contribute significantly to the game's appeal, with minimal ads adding to the positive experience.
“Very funny that one of the heroes says 'never retreat' but is low on health and retreating.”
“It's great when I compare it to several games I've ever played before; it's smooth, beautiful, and very funny.”
“Awesome game, very funny and mindful.”
- music17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and variety, enhancing the overall experience. However, players have suggested the addition of more varied soundtracks for different stages and expressed a desire for longer fight soundtracks. Some users noted minor technical issues affecting sound quality but still rated the music highly overall.
“Very well done, great music, varied heroes and towers.”
“The music to this game is amazing.”
“Best game.. simple and good graphics and nice epic soundtrack.”
“Just a suggestion from a consumer: soundtracks also play a vital role, so add some or some funny premium characters.”
“Adjust the music; it has a bug on my device right now that can affect the bass.”
“I'm enjoying this so far, but all this game needs is a variation of soundtrack/music themes for different area stages.”
- stability14 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting a smooth experience free of glitches, while others have encountered significant issues such as freezing, lag, and unresponsive controls, particularly after updates. Many users noted that playing in fast mode exacerbates these problems, leading to buggy behavior of characters and towers. Overall, while some players enjoy the game without major issues, others express frustration with its stability, especially following recent updates.
“Better than Kingdom Rush and no glitches so far.”
“Yet I can't get past level 23 on hardcore mode... the game is just too slow and glitches out on my phone (even with lowered graphics)... so annoyed, back to another game.”
“I've downloaded the latest version of this game and it completely freezes, forcing me to reboot my phone. Please fix it because every time a new version is released, the more lag it produces. I really want to play this game.”
“After the most recent update, the game freezes on startup and won't get past the loading screen.”
- character development4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
While players appreciate the character design and upgrade capabilities in the game, there is a notable desire for deeper character development, particularly for the heroes. Overall, the game is well-received for its polished mechanics and reasonable in-game purchases, but it could benefit from enhancing the narrative and growth of its characters.
“Fun game similar to other tower defense games; I like the character design and upgrade capabilities.”
“I liked the character design.”
“The heroes need some character development.”
“The character development feels shallow and uninspired, lacking the depth and growth that I expected.”
“I found the characters to be one-dimensional, making it hard to connect with their stories.”
“The game relies too heavily on clichés, resulting in predictable character arcs that fail to engage the player.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's replayability, highlighting the availability of new characters and upgrades without any paywall, which encourages multiple playthroughs. The strategic elements and grind mechanics contribute to a satisfying experience, making it easy for users to return to the game repeatedly. Overall, the game offers significant replay value, with options for additional rewards enhancing the experience.
“By far the most enjoyable tower defense game out there. You can get new characters and upgrades with no pay at all. The only ads are for extra rewards, so it's totally up to you to watch them. I never even had any glitches. I've been back and forth erasing and reloading, so there's tons of replay value. You can even get the premium version for free for some extra rewards.”
“Great game! I really enjoyed it, with decent gameplay, three upgrade systems, and some replayability.”
“It's all about strategy and grind... I love the grind aspect. The game has a lot of replay value.”
“Great game, but it's sad that most American game publishers are easily outdone by a company based in Vietnam. I really enjoyed the game, decent gameplay, three upgrade systems, and some replayability.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its cool and engaging story, complemented by clever gameplay that enhances the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world with its rich details and captivating story.”
“The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, creating a perfect backdrop for the unfolding narrative.”
“Every element of the atmosphere contributes to a sense of tension and excitement, making each moment feel significant.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game is generally considered adequate, but there is a consensus among users that further improvements are necessary for a smoother experience.