Future Wars

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Future Wars is a strategy game with modern 3D graphics that uses simple, proven gameplay principles, similar to classics like Advance Wars and Battle Isle. The game features an engaging plot, challenging gameplay, and infinite modding possibilities through open data structure, open scripts, and an easy-to-use editor. Unique game modes such as AI vs. AI or play-by-email are also available.

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Reviews

29%

Audience ScoreBased on 136 reviews

music2 positive mentions

story12 negative mentions

The game features simple gameplay that can be enjoyable for casual players.
The sound effects, music, and explosions are surprisingly good for a low-budget game.
It offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic turn-based strategy games like Advance Wars.

The AI is poorly designed, making the game too easy and lacking challenge.
The user interface and overall design are clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay.
The story is bland and fails to engage players, with a mix of childish humor that doesn't fit the intended audience.

story
30 mentions
10 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The story in "Future Wars" is widely criticized for being bland, shallow, and filled with childish humor that fails to engage players. Many reviewers noted that the narrative lacks substance and coherence, often feeling disconnected from the gameplay, leading to a loss of interest early in the campaign. Overall, the storyline is seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the game's potential as a tactical strategy experience.
- “Also, the storyline is better than The Last of Us.”
- “Kinda good tactical strategy with a love story better than in Twilight.”
- “And the main character is meant to be a dork (hasn't anyone seen 'Revenge of the Nerds') and he just started training at the military academy; the storyline is retro (and I happen to love retro-based stuff) and may not fit the taste of people today!”
- “The story is bland and serves little to no purpose.”
- “The story is cringe-worthy and I lost interest after the first few missions.”
- “The campaign is only 16 missions short, and the story is as bad and cheesy as Advance Wars, but also, luckily, irrelevant to the actual gameplay.”
gameplay
18 mentions
17 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
28 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its lack of innovation and resemblance to Advance Wars, often labeling it as a mediocre clone. While some appreciate the tactical elements and balanced mechanics, others criticize the slow pace, poor unit variety, and confusing instructions, leading to a frustrating experience overall. Despite a few positive remarks about its solid execution, the consensus leans towards disappointment, particularly for those seeking depth and engagement in strategy gaming.
- “Didn't notice any bugs, gameplay was solid, and presentation, although not high budget stuff, was well done.”
- “Within its simplicity, the gameplay is outstandingly well balanced.”
- “If so, you will surely enjoy this turn-based strategy game which shares very similar game mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is horrible and very poorly made.”
- “The mechanics for the game are crap and it takes way, way too long to do anything as well.”
- “Incredibly slow gameplay, ripoff multiplayer, and boring story leave a bitter taste in the mouth.”
graphics
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
31 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the impressive cutscenes and animations, while others criticize the clunky 3D visuals and lack of clarity compared to the original 2D graphics. Overall, while there are moments of visual appeal, many players find the graphics to be underwhelming and inconsistent, detracting from the overall experience.
- “I am a big fan of both the Advance Wars games on Nintendo DS, and this game captures that experience with better graphics.”
- “Not to mention, the cutscene graphics are amazing.”
- “It also has nice graphics: vehicle animations, screen-shaking explosions, moving waves in the ocean surrounding the island, clouds & birds passing by, etc.”
- “The clunky, ugly 3D graphics are a huge step back compared to the clear and functional 2D graphics of the original, and it's far less intuitive to grasp the relative strengths and weaknesses of the units because they're not called 'infantry' or 'tanks' or the like.”
- “Graphics are stale, units are extremely limited and generic.”
- “So overall, apart from the horrific graphics, gameplay, lack of voice acting, and shoddy campaign.”
music
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with one reviewer giving it a perfect score of 10/10, highlighting its quality despite the game's low budget. Additionally, the soundtrack complements the game's setting, where electronic music plays a significant role in the atmosphere during a war-torn environment.
- “The soundtrack is a perfect 10/10.”
- “The explosions, sound effects, and music are surprisingly good for a low-budget game.”
- “In the future, there is a war where robots knock out all the lights, leaving only lame electronic music to guide the way.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is criticized for its inconsistency, featuring a blend of adult gameplay paired with childish jokes, which some players find jarring. Additionally, the overall comedic execution is deemed poor, with one reviewer expressing that the game's flaws are only amusing due to the low price paid.
- “The game features a mix of adult gameplay with childish humor, creating a unique and entertaining experience.”
- “The humor in the game is a delightful blend of mature themes and playful jokes, making it enjoyable for a wide audience.”
emotional
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
While some users criticize the game for its slow gameplay and lackluster story, others find it to be beautifully crafted and emotionally touching, highlighting a divide in the overall emotional impact of the experience.
- “It's so beautiful and touching.”
- “The story made me feel a deep connection with the characters.”
- “I was moved to tears by the emotional depth of the narrative.”
- “Incredibly slow gameplay, ripoff multiplayer, and a boring story leave a bitter taste in the mouth.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Many users highlight that the game offers a wealth of features and high quality, contributing to its strong replayability.
- “This game offers an incredible amount of replayability with its diverse gameplay options and multiple endings.”
- “The variety of character builds and strategies keeps me coming back for more, making each playthrough feel fresh.”
- “With numerous side quests and hidden secrets, every playthrough reveals something new and exciting.”
- “The game lacks the depth needed for true replayability; once you've completed it, there's little incentive to return.”
- “After finishing the main storyline, I found no compelling reasons to replay the game, as the choices felt inconsequential.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics makes replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report significant stability issues, including an unresponsive UI, frequent glitches, and a lack of essential features like animations and unit merging. The game's design elements, such as the tutorial and options menu, are also criticized for being misleading and poorly executed.
- “The AI is terrible, the story and graphics feel cheap, the tutorial is misleading, the unit design is nonsensical, the UI is ugly and unresponsive with occasional glitches, the options menu is poorly designed, and there are no fight or capture animations or unit merging.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is frustrating, with players criticizing the tedious controls and lackluster story, which detracts from the overall experience and depth expected from similar titles.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and monotonous, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “It's like a chore rather than a fun gameplay mechanic; the repetitive tasks drain all the enjoyment.”
- “The grind is so excessive that it overshadows any potential enjoyment from the game.”