Idle Armada
- September 23, 2020
- Corfe83
Get on SteamIn Idle Armada, players build and command a fleet of ships to gather resources from a procedurally generated sea. Upgrade ships, technology, and crew to unlock new areas and become a dominant naval force. Compete with other players on global leaderboards or collaborate in co-op modes for even greater rewards.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique take on the idle genre with a satisfying progression system that ramps up after a slow start.
- There are no predatory microtransactions, providing a fair and enjoyable experience for players.
- The developer is active in updating the game and engaging with the community, showing a commitment to improving the game over time.
- The early game is extremely slow and tedious, which may deter some players from continuing.
- Automation features are limited and can feel underwhelming, making active play necessary for faster progression.
- The game can suffer from performance issues, including freezing and crashing, especially as players progress further.
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is characterized by a slow and tedious start, which can deter some players, but it becomes more engaging as automation features are unlocked, significantly speeding up progress. While the early game may feel laborious, the farming mechanics and gradual progression can keep players returning for more, making it a mixed experience overall.
“As you progress, you will unlock more features and you have to manage a bit more, but it will stay rather slow until you unlock automation which will dramatically accelerate your progress, while also making it less tedious.”
“It's there, which is good, but the early game without automation is just too tedious for my taste, and lack of automation also dramatically reduces progress you make during AFK time.”
“Overall then, if you don't mind a slow and tedious start that you may have to push through, this game may be worth checking out.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its lack of predatory microtransactions and pay-to-win DLC, reflecting the developers' commitment to providing a complete experience without additional costs. Players appreciate the long-term value offered through numerous upgrades and unlocks, making the purchase feel worthwhile.
“I love that it doesn't try to get you with in-app purchases, but most of all I enjoy the tons of long-term value in the form of lots and lots of upgrades and unlocks to work towards.”
“Unlike a lot of idle games on Steam, there's absolutely no predatory microtransactions, DLC that give you pay-to-win bonuses, or anything of the sort.”
“You can tell the dev cares about providing a full experience without microtransactions.”
“And the fact that there are no microtransactions makes it well worth the money.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by a straightforward design featuring two upgrade trees and a prestige tree, alongside a mix of base and advanced resources. While initially engaging with active item farming, it tends to become more idle as players progress. Additionally, current promotional videos do not accurately represent the gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is quite simple, with two upgrade trees and a prestige tree, three base resources, and three advanced ones.”
“Pretty fun so far; farming for items is an interesting active mechanic that becomes idle throughout game progression.”
“The current videos on the Steam page no longer represent the gameplay you will see, as they are from the old original game!”
“The gameplay is quite simple, featuring two upgrade trees, a prestige tree, three base resources, and three advanced resources.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are reminiscent of the 90s classic Tyrian, offering a visually appealing retro aesthetic that complements the game's interface. While the visuals are praised, some users suggest that aesthetics should not overshadow gameplay.
“The graphics, reminiscent of the 90's classic Tyrian, are very pleasing to the eye and blend well with the retro interface.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The visuals are underwhelming and do not take full advantage of current technology.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report that while old saves are retained, the game's stability is compromised due to numerous bugs and incomplete features, leading to a diminished overall experience.
“The old saves were kept, but considering the game was incomplete and buggy, there's not much point in playing it.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
“I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the overall experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to long progression times and frequent freezing or crashing, which detracts from the overall experience. Players express frustration that even an idle game should not cause such severe performance problems.
“The game has a lot of potential, but it really needs optimization to ensure smooth gameplay without freezing or crashing.”
“Progression is incredibly long, and the game requires serious optimization to prevent it from becoming unplayable.”
“An idle game should not be able to crash my PC; optimization is essential for a better experience.”
“Progression is incredibly long... I mean incredibly long for a PC game. It also needs to be seriously optimized because it's not just long; the game becomes unplayable due to freezing or crashing. An idle game should not be able to crash the PC I have.”
“The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent crashes and performance issues that ruin the experience.”
“I find the game to be poorly optimized, as it struggles to run smoothly even on high-end hardware.”
