Fleet Battle
- July 23, 2024
- smuttlewerk interactive
"Fleet Battle" is a strategy game that offers dynamic naval combat with spectacular visuals and an amazing soundtrack. Challenge computer or human opponents in multiplayer mode, customize your fleet, and earn medals to rise through the ranks. While it has plenty of humor, the game is also buggy with intrusive advertisements, but it does offer free chat with parental controls. The game supports quick match, leaderboards, and various shot rules, making it an exciting and fast-paced experience.
Reviews
- monetization430 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly those that open external browser pages or appear during gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to pay for ad removal, others find the cost too high and feel that the ads detract significantly from the overall experience. However, a portion of players noted that the ads are manageable and not as overwhelming as in other games, suggesting a varied experience depending on individual tolerance for advertisements.
“Great game with almost no ads.”
“There are no ads shoved in your face and when you do get one, you can skip them.”
“In-game purchases are totally cosmetic.”
“The amount of ads is absolutely horrific and will somehow open webpages without touching the screen.”
“Good game but latest update introduced a massive increase in the frequency of ads.”
“Too many ads and they want $7.50 for ad removal which is kind of high but I might if I keep playing it for long.”
- graphics319 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, with many users highlighting the cool animations, vibrant colors, and smooth performance. While some players feel that improvements could be made, particularly in terms of detail and variety, the overall consensus is that the graphics enhance the gameplay experience and are visually appealing. Additionally, the game's aesthetic and sound design complement the graphics well, contributing to its addictive nature.
“The graphics are beautiful and so many choices for ships, labels, and even music!”
“Amazing sea battle fleet game with incredible graphics.”
“I love the graphics, the animations, and the sounds.”
“Graphics could stand to be better in my opinion, but I really like that the ships sinking is actually animated, instead of just instantly sinking.”
“Just would be better if the game had better graphics and the ships actually popped up and not just an outline of them.”
“Annoying voice over, awful graphics, redundant gameplay, and ultimately just a mess.”
- gameplay133 mentions
- 59 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is highly praised for its smoothness, variety, and engaging mechanics, often described as intuitive and enjoyable. While many users appreciate the classic battleship experience enhanced with modern features, some express a desire for more gameplay options and quicker communication tools. Despite occasional crashes and ad interruptions, the game maintains a strong appeal with its graphics and multiplayer capabilities, making it a fun and addictive experience for players.
“Outstanding gameplay that'll keep you playing for hours on end.”
“The gameplay is intuitive and glitch-free.”
“Great classic gameplay with updated features that add new facets to the experience.”
“More types of gameplay are needed to reach 5 stars.”
“There is nothing to spice the gameplay up.”
“Dull gameplay.”
- stability57 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 5 % neutral mentions
- 84 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent freezing, crashing, and glitches, particularly during gameplay and ad transitions. While some players have experienced smooth performance and minimal issues, the overall consensus indicates that stability problems are prevalent, often disrupting the gaming experience. Developers are encouraged to address these issues to enhance user satisfaction.
“The app runs great and smoothly for me. (Devs, please don't ever change this!)”
“No glitches so far and great for connecting with friends.”
“Totally bug free from my experience and great players.”
“Sometimes the game glitches and constantly opens up ads through Google Play.”
“The only problem I have is that the game freezes on a black screen during matches.”
“Game freezes and crashes constantly.”
- humor25 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the funny chats, hilarious achievements, and amusing voice-overs that enhance the experience, especially when playing with friends. Many users appreciate the lighthearted tone and clever censorship of coarse language, which adds to the comedic atmosphere. Overall, the game is described as both addictive and entertaining, making it a fun choice for casual gaming sessions.
“Great fun to play with friends, hilarious achievements like my personal favorite is the Pearl Harbor you get if you get destroyed but miss all enemy ships, great game.”
“It's addictive, the comments are hilarious, and it's just a labor of love.”
“The voice-over is also funny.”
“The analysis could be useful for people who want to get better at this game because it has so much psychology in it, it's not funny.”
“The jokes fall flat and often feel forced, making the humor feel more like a chore than a delight.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the humor is so dry that it feels like a desert in here.”
- music23 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives a generally positive reception, with many players praising the soundtrack and sound design as enjoyable and fitting for the gameplay. However, some users noted issues such as the inability to mute the music, which can be inconvenient for casual play, and a desire for more variety or improvements in the music selection. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience, though there are suggestions for further refinement.
“The music and commentary are good, too.”
“Great background music and hours of fun; you can't go wrong with this classic game!”
“Brought back old school days, soundtracks are terrific, multioptional to play online or offline, single or multiple players; simply love it.”
“Needs work on sound, both music and game sounds.”
“Can't mute the music/effects, so you can't play it while listening to something else, which is pretty fundamental for a casual game to me.”
“S add better music”
- optimization11 mentions
- 82 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, players generally praise the game's optimization, noting that it runs smoothly and performs well, especially after recent updates. However, some users have reported occasional performance lag and disconnection issues, suggesting that there is still room for improvement in stability and connectivity.
“But solid game and would 10/10 recommend for anyone looking for a classic time killer that runs smoothly.”
“Superior play and performance.”
“Everything about this game is great and the performance is even more powerful since the recent patch, great game.”
“Not exactly captivating enough for me, though it seems there are random performance lag issues on my end for no reason.”
“There are certain things that can improve the friends tab to easily contact and invite others to play, as well as performance improvements.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting both frustration with intrusive ads and gameplay issues, as well as a strong positive emotional connection that boosts confidence and happiness. Overall, the game elicits significant emotional responses, ranging from irritation to joy.
“I have never found a game that made me feel super happy other than this one.”
“Made me feel confident again.”
“10/10 - emotional no damage”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that incorporating a campaign-style story could enhance the solo gameplay experience, particularly with adaptive difficulty. They appreciate the strategic elements involved, though some express disappointment over the lack of tools to disrupt opponents' strategies. Overall, a more narrative-driven approach could elevate the game's engagement.
“A possible way to have a solo game type with adaptive difficulty is still a possibility, and I believe it could be a popular type, especially if you can find a way to incorporate some form of story to it, such as a campaign style.”
“I appreciate that we have to think and plot our moves with a combination of luck and strategy.”
“A possible way to have a solo game type with adaptive difficulty is still a possibility, and I believe it could be a popular type, especially if you can find a way to incorporate some form of story into it, such as a campaign style.”
“One thing I will say is a shame is that it does not give you any arsenal to destroy your opponent in the game to find out where their ships are.”
“It has taken a full day to plot its course.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, requiring significant time investment for minimal skill improvement. Many express frustration with the repetitive nature of the grind and desire for more engaging methods to earn cosmetics.
“It requires a lot of grinding but only moderate skills to be ranked higher.”
“Very boring otherwise; same old fleet, tedious.”
“I just wish there were less grindy ways to get cosmetics.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight the game's high replayability, noting it as simple and fun, with significant value in returning to play multiple times.
“Simple, fun, and replayable.”
“Very fun, a lot of replay value here.”
“Very replayable.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by engaging audio tracks and enjoyable customization options that strike a balance between fun and simplicity. Additionally, the game fosters a social experience, making it easy to play with friends who also have the app.
“The audio tracks enhance the atmosphere beautifully, creating an immersive experience that draws you in.”
“The customization options are enjoyable and contribute to the overall atmosphere without feeling overwhelming.”
“Playing with friends is a breeze, and the shared experience adds to the game's captivating atmosphere.”