Great Little War Game 2

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Great Little War Game 2 is a single player casual strategy game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Great Little War Game 2 is a single-player strategy game that combines tactical combat with a quirky sense of humor, encapsulated by the tagline, "They came, they saw, they drank some tea." Offering around 4 hours of engaging gameplay, players command troops through challenging missions that blend wit and warfare in a charming, compact experience.

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 334 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

monetization5 negative mentions

The game is a fun and addictive turn-based strategy experience with simple mechanics that make it easy to pick up and play.
It has no microtransactions or ads, which is a refreshing change in mobile gaming.
The graphics have improved, and the game offers a good amount of levels and unlockables, making it enjoyable for both new and returning players.

The AI is often criticized for being too easy to defeat, even on higher difficulty settings, leading to a lack of challenge.
Many players feel that the game lacks variety in mission types and overall gameplay, making it feel repetitive.
There are frequent bugs, including crashes when changing screen orientation and issues with saving progress, which detract from the overall experience.

story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
70%
15%
The game's story aspect has been widely criticized for its absence, with many players noting the lack of engaging narrative elements and character development that were present in previous installments. Reviews highlight that the campaign consists mainly of repetitive skirmish missions without any storyline or humor, leading to a monotonous experience. Overall, the removal of a compelling storyline has left players feeling disappointed and longing for the richer narratives of earlier games.
- “Gone are the cute storylines, awesome complex battle settings, and well, options... what remains is a generic and very anemic turn-based strategy that pales in comparison to its predecessor.”
- “I used to enjoy the videos between missions, but these appear to have been dropped.”
- “No story, which was a fun addition in the previous games.”
- “The storyline no longer exists, which is a big loss.”
- “I have stuck with it, hoping it improves, but it is far too easy and has a lack of story line.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
63%
The game is praised for its monetization model, featuring a one-time purchase with no microtransactions or advertisements, which many players appreciate as a return to a more traditional gaming experience. Users express satisfaction with the absence of pay-to-play elements and constant ads, highlighting the game's value and support for the developers. However, there are some concerns regarding misleading claims about free game downloads.
- “Guys, this is a great RTS without microtransactions. Buy it and support the devs! Edit: unless they add microtransactions.”
- “Game is awesome, no money and no ads!”
- “Great game with no ads or micropayments.”
- “Love the game, but false ads as it says I am entitled to a free game. I select a game and it won't download. Not nice. I love the game but not the BS as I can't get a free game.”
- “Reminds me of the old days before cell phone games were filled with ads.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
50%
Overall, the graphics have received mixed feedback, with some players praising the upgraded visuals and describing them as "ace" and "nice," while others feel they fall short compared to expectations. Despite the varying opinions, many agree that the graphics contribute positively to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The gameplay is brilliant, graphics ace, and a really enjoyable game.”
- “A very good game that is fun, hilarious, and features nice graphics.”
- “The upgraded visuals are very nice.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, with textures that are low quality.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is enjoyable and retains its fun factor despite its simplicity, appealing to fans of strategic gameplay. However, players express a desire for more detailed unit purchasing information, the inclusion of split-screen mode, and options for landscape gameplay. While the game offers plenty of content, some find the mechanics overly simplistic and the on-screen tips intrusive.
- “It is an amazing game, recommended for strategic gameplay. I just wish it had a split-screen mode like the first one.”
- “I have both the other games in the series, and this is a nice update on the core mechanic with all unnecessary fluff removed.”
- “This game is old, but it is still good, fun to play, and has simple mechanics. However, I think they should provide more detailed information when buying units outside of missions.”
- “Gameplay is too simple; on-screen tips that can't be turned off treat you like a noob, and the overall feeling you get is that this is the preschool version.”
- “On the positive side, there is plenty of repetitive content, and the gameplay still looks great.”
- “An option for landscape gameplay would also be welcomed.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it lacking due to the absence of funny video clips and engaging dialogue. While a few reviews highlight moments of hilarity, many criticize the overall humor as diminished, attributing it to oversimplifications and a lack of storyline. Overall, the game's comedic elements seem to have suffered in comparison to previous iterations.
- “The buttons are smaller and do not look as good, and it's missing the little 'video' clips from between each level (which were hilarious).”
- “A very good game and it's fun, hilarious and with nice graphics.”
- “Also the game is pretty much the same, except for a flame tank and lots of oversimplifications (no fog, no difficulty option, oversimplified upgrading scheme, no mp, no funny dialogs,...).”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is generally good, though some users report occasional control bugs and a significant issue with screen freezing that can disrupt gameplay.
- “Controls get a little buggy on a couple of units, but other than that, quite good.”
- “It's mildly addictive, but it has a major bug where the screen freezes.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its high replayability, with players appreciating the absence of in-app purchases and the engaging nature of the titles. However, some users express concern over the forced review mechanics, which may detract from the overall experience.
- “The predictability of sequels is fine with good replayable titles like this, but it would be great to see what other ideas this talented developer has in store.”
- “No in-app purchases and high replayability were enough to make me buy both games, but some report that reviews are forced, which I think is not okay.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its smooth performance, particularly in campaign mode, indicating effective optimization that meets player expectations.
- “Great game, I actually got what I paid for and it runs smoothly in campaign mode.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is characterized as a fun and wholesome turn-based war experience, suggesting that it balances engaging gameplay with lighthearted emotional elements.

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