Grand War 2: Strategy Games

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"Grand War 2: Strategy Games" is a turn-based strategy game set in the Napoleonic era. With an intriguing story and good game mechanics, players can engage in war games and conquer the world. The game boasts excellent visuals and allows players to experience the epic battles of the time.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

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

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,836 reviews

graphics48 positive mentions

monetization20 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a strong historical context, allowing players to strategize effectively.
Visually appealing graphics and animations that enhance the overall experience.
Challenging yet rewarding, with opportunities for free-to-play progression without mandatory ads.

Significant difficulty spikes in later chapters often require in-game purchases to progress.
Limited availability of free-to-play generals and troops, making it hard to advance without spending money.
Some bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly in higher levels.

graphics
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
18%
5%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise, with many users highlighting their quality, animation, and overall visual appeal. Players appreciate the art style and the immersive experience it provides, contributing to the game's entertainment value. However, a few users noted that there could be improvements, such as options for lower graphic settings to enhance performance.
- “The graphics are great, the gameplay is better and more entertaining.”
- “Sup, one of the first people to download this game here, and I've got to say, that this game is a masterpiece, the graphics, animations, realistic timelines, all just amazing.”
- “Fantastic game, great graphics and gameplay.”
- “I wanted to like this game because of the era it's set in, but found it almost impossible to play because of the text and graphics size limitations.”
- “I think you should consider a lightweight config with less graphic effects (secondary in strategy games).”
- “Poor graphics.”
monetization
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
16%
45%
The game features minimal ads, primarily optional ones for rewards, which do not interrupt gameplay, earning praise from users. However, many players express frustration over the high cost of in-app purchases, feeling that the game leans towards a pay-to-win model, particularly as progress becomes challenging without spending money. Overall, while the lack of invasive ads is a highlight, the expensive microtransactions detract from the experience for some players.
- “Amazing game, isn't really pay to win and has no ads that affect gameplay.”
- “This game is great, and it has no ads, which I like.”
- “No excessive in-app purchases.”
- “However, you will hit a point fairly quickly where you are hopelessly outnumbered and outgunned unless you pay for extremely overpriced microtransactions.”
- “It became impossible after a few missions; all elite commanders are locked behind a paywall. It is totally a pay-to-win game. If there was an option to get legendary commanders with coins or ads, it may have been possible to play without paying. Deleted.”
- “The game play is solid, the strategy is incredible, but a big issue is that I lost all of my in-game purchases when I got a new phone despite having my backup updated through my Google-based gamer tag!”
story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
51%
8%
The game's story is well-received, with players appreciating the historical context and the strategic depth it offers, likening it to a chess-like experience. However, many users express frustration over the difficulty of missions and the paywall for upgrading troops, which can hinder progression. Overall, while the storytelling and mission design are praised, the monetization model has led to mixed feelings about the game's accessibility and enjoyment.
- “Loving the gameplay! I highly recommend this game if you love warfare and strategy. It's basically chess, but you have to pay attention and make sure you are reading and comprehending the mission at hand. The historical context is absolutely vital to pay attention to.”
- “A really well-made strategy game; the graphics are good, and the storytelling is on point.”
- “Good game with interesting stories, cool missions, and events.”
- “It became impossible after a few missions; all elite commanders are locked behind a paywall. It is totally a pay-to-win game. If there was an option to get legendary commanders with coins or ads, it may have been possible to play without paying. Deleted.”
- “You should not have to make a payment in order to continue the quest line; you already have like 50 microtransactions in the in-game store.”
- “You won't pass later missions unless you spend a lot of money on upgrades.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
32%
9%
The gameplay is highly praised for its strategic depth, historical context, and engaging mechanics, offering around 20-30 hours of fun. However, many players express frustration with the pay-to-win elements that become prominent after a certain point, making progression difficult without spending money. Overall, while the game is addictive and visually appealing, the balance between challenge and accessibility is a recurring concern.
- “Loving the gameplay! I highly recommend this game if you love warfare and strategy. It's basically chess, but you have to pay attention and make sure you are reading and comprehending the mission at hand. The historical context is absolutely vital to pay attention to.”
- “Overall, as a 17-year-old gamer, I found Grand War 2 to be a captivating blend of history and strategic gameplay. It's best recommended for those players who seek a more realistic and competitive game.”
- “The gameplay is really fun; this is one of my favorite turn-based games. It has informative and exciting gameplay with lots of room for strategizing.”
- “Either the levels are too easy or too hard; a lot of pay-to-win mechanics (I don't mind this, however it pops up every time you go to the main menu). Ad rewards aren't worth it, the game takes too much time to complete, and it gets a bit repetitive later on.”
- “The gameplay can feel repetitive after a while, and the balance between levels is inconsistent, making it frustrating at times.”
- “The game takes too much time to complete and can become tedious, which detracts from the overall experience.”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a double-edged sword; while it allows for free-to-play progression without paywalls, it often requires extensive time investment, either through casual play or intense daily sessions. The difficulty in leveling troops and generals, coupled with a limited selection of free-to-play characters, can make the experience tedious, especially since players cannot move multiple units simultaneously. Many reviewers suggest that easing the grinding process for acquiring generals would enhance overall enjoyment.
- “The downsides are the difficulty of leveling troops and generals up, requiring either months of casual play or hours of daily grinding per chapter, and the rather small amount of free-to-play generals.”
- “Cannot move multiple units at once, so it can grow a bit tedious.”
- “Just make grinding for generals a bit easier.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that while the game is enjoyable, it suffers from stability issues, including freezing and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
- “I wait for it to finish, then it freezes up.”
- “Fun game, but it has a few glitches.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players consistently find the game to be humorous, highlighting its comedic elements as a strong point. The humor contributes positively to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “This game is hilarious and keeps me laughing throughout!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch and adds so much to the experience.”
- “I love how the game incorporates funny moments that catch you off guard.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally feel that the game's optimization could be significantly improved, suggesting that enhancements in this area would be beneficial.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express frustration with the game's music, describing it as overly loud and annoying, with issues related to the app frequently unmuting it despite attempts to silence it.
- “The app constantly unmutes the blaring, annoying music.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it unbearable after a short time.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”