Iron Marines: RTS offline Game

Iron Marines is a challenging real-time strategy game set in a sci-fi universe, where you command soldiers, mechas, and aliens against various enemies. Adapt your strategy by changing the role of your troops and utilizing hero abilities, special weapons, and orbital strikes to turn the tide of battle. Recruit and train the greatest heroes to lead them into dangerous territory against near-impossible odds.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,784 reviews

gameplay337 positive mentions

monetization60 negative mentions

The game features excellent graphics and engaging gameplay, reminiscent of classic RTS games like StarCraft.
It offers a unique blend of tower defense and real-time strategy mechanics, providing a fresh experience for players.
The game is enjoyable and challenging, with a good balance of difficulty that keeps players engaged.

Many heroes are locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating for players who have already paid for the game.
The controls can be clunky, making it difficult to manage multiple units effectively during gameplay.
The game is relatively short, with only a few worlds available, leading to a lack of replayability after completing it.

gameplay
555 mentions
61 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging mechanics, strategic depth, and unique blend of tower defense and real-time strategy elements. However, some users have expressed frustration with the controls, particularly the drag-to-move mechanic, and the presence of microtransactions, which they feel detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the gameplay is often described as fun and challenging, there are calls for improvements in control responsiveness and content variety.
- “It's rare to find a mobile game these days that's so well written, with tons of sci-fi jokes and references, on top of incredibly engaging gameplay that never feels too easy nor too difficult.”
- “The gameplay was quite a twist from the usual tower defense but keeps the essence of it; definitely a good call; easy to understand controls and mechanics and really nice heroes.”
- “The gameplay is fun and has replay value.”
- “The current drag-to-move mechanic is frustrating and sloppy.”
- “Having to move units one at a time makes the gameplay boring.”
- “The gameplay is pretty limited... waste of potential! There are much better options out there.”
graphics
475 mentions
79 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their charming art style, smooth animations, and vibrant visuals, reminiscent of the beloved Kingdom Rush series. Players appreciate the attention to detail and the engaging design, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. While some users noted minor issues with controls or content, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are stunning, very challenging, and the gameplay is great.”
- “The graphics are immersive and the gameplay is highly addictive.”
- “The graphics are just absolutely stunning, definitely worth the money.”
- “You're using the same engine and design as your tower defense games, just with a Starcraft aesthetic.”
- “I have graphics problems... the game is apparently beautiful but for me, 3/4 of the times I start a level, I have a black screen (or only big buildings which are colored, the rest of the map is black).”
- “Was waiting a very long time for this game, finally was able to purchase, but it doesn't work on my Asus TF700T, Android 4.2.1. The game loads slow, and when loaded after the first screen, graphics are totally broken; the game is unplayable.”
story
468 mentions
32 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered engaging but somewhat limited, with many players expressing a desire for more missions and deeper narrative content. While the missions are well-designed and offer a variety of challenges, the overall storyline is perceived as short and primarily serves as a backdrop to the gameplay. Many reviewers appreciate the humor and art style, but they also note that the game could benefit from additional content to enhance replayability and depth.
- “The story, however, is very interesting.”
- “The lore and story are simple but fascinating.”
- “Great game, with fun battles full of plot twists.”
- “The story isn't much to delve into, but while it's there, it's just a reason to push towards the next mission.”
- “The story was short, I expected more from a paid game.”
- “It's quite fun but can get repetitive and seems to lack variety of missions.”
monetization
316 mentions
17 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the presence of in-app purchases in a premium title. While some users appreciate that the game can be completed without spending additional money and that there are no ads, others criticize the high cost of microtransactions for extra heroes and items, feeling it detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the game is enjoyable and playable without purchases, the aggressive monetization strategy has left a sour taste for many players who expected a full experience for their initial payment.
- “There are options for in-app purchases, but they are not required at all to have the full and fun experience. Well done, very good game.”
- “No ads, game completable without paying more.”
- “The in-app purchases are not forced, and only shown if you want them.”
- “But unfortunately falls to the same nonsense of in-app purchases.”
- “I bought a premium game expecting to get a full game but this is still littered with content locked behind microtransactions.”
- “The game is great but despite being a paid game, there are still in-game purchases.”
replayability
75 mentions
21 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the variety of heroes, levels, and challenges that enhance replay value, particularly for achievement hunters and those seeking to grind characters. However, some users express disappointment over the lack of additional content, modes, and depth, leading to a perception of limited replayability after completing the campaign. Overall, while there are elements that encourage replay, the consensus suggests that more content and modes could significantly improve the experience.
- “The replayability is outstanding and every level may seem repetitive, but the amount of ways you can finish a level is great; you can even challenge yourself by going marines only.”
- “Just hours of replayability plus the constant satisfaction of progress and improvement.”
- “Challenging, and there is good variety in characters and tactics you can use, which really increases replay value.”
- “The game is good but it's a solid one-off once complete with little replay value.”
- “There is little replay value because there isn't enough to do and new characters are too expensive.”
- “Guess what, no replayability mode, after playing through the campaign nothing else to do.”
humor
47 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its abundant humor, featuring clever dialogue, pop culture references, and funny character interactions that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the quirky and silly elements sprinkled throughout the gameplay, along with humorous easter eggs that add depth and enjoyment. Overall, the developers are recognized for their strong sense of humor, making the game both entertaining and engaging.
- “For the price of a cup of coffee, Ironhide put a lot of thought into the game, not just the gameplay but also the quirky humor.”
- “The developers have a good sense of humor and you'll see some hilarious cameo appearances.”
- “It has all the action, strategy, goofy humor, and quirky art style we've come to expect from Ironhide Studios.”
grinding
41 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, often described as tedious and repetitive, particularly when it comes to upgrading tech trees and unlocking heroes. While some players find the grinding enjoyable and manageable, others criticize the reliance on microtransactions to bypass grinding, suggesting that it detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a mix of fun gameplay and frustrating grind, with opinions varying on whether the effort is worth the rewards.
- “It is a bit grindy, especially with the tech tree.”
- “Also grinding for disposable power-ups is annoying; grinding to unlock would have been fine, but replaying a level 5 times to use a power once is ridiculous.”
- “Full-priced game with a ton of egregious microtransactions, and that ruins the game big time. It says you can finish the game without microtransactions, but hope you love ridiculous grinding and heaps of characters and features locked behind paywalls.”
music
29 mentions
59 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its beauty and fit within the gameplay, while others express frustration over volume control issues that prevent them from enjoying their own music simultaneously. Many appreciate the soundtrack and sound design, noting it enhances the overall experience, although a few find it disappointing compared to previous titles. Overall, the music is generally well-received, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Good graphics, music, dialogue, and story.”
- “The music and the visuals are beautiful.”
- “Great music and sound design.”
- “The soundtrack is again disappointing since you parted ways with Hyperduck Studios; though this time it's hardly noticed.”
- “The sound effects and music are just a jumble of scratchy electronic noises.”
- “I love the Ironhide games; this one is awesome, but I wish they would make the Kingdom Rush games not stop my music.”
optimization
14 mentions
57 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly on various devices, including lower-end tablets. Players appreciate the solid performance, unique gameplay, and lack of intrusive ads, although some have noted minor issues with controls and unit distinguishability. The latest updates have further improved performance, making it one of the best-optimized RTS games available on mobile.
- “Most optimized RTS I've played on mobile.”
- “This is a great RTS game that is similar to Starcraft 2 but with much better optimization on mobile.”
- “I loved all three KR, but I find the controls pretty meh, the distinguishability of the units is poor, and the performance isn't great (Nexus 5X).”
- “The game runs at a buttery smooth FPS and is actually optimized better than Kingdom Rush was.”
- “Plus, it rewards on completion, not performance.”
stability
10 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews on stability are mixed; while some players report a smooth experience with no glitches or ads, others experience frequent freezes and bugs that hinder gameplay. A few users have found beneficial glitches, but there are also complaints about troubleshooting issues and microtransactions. Despite these concerns, many players note that the game runs well on various devices.
- “Runs great on a pad.”
- “Runs great in Bluestacks.”
- “They fixed the save game sync and it runs great on my Asus Smart 10!”
- “Followed troubleshooting tips to no avail.”
- “Buggy products that don't work and microtransactions.”
- “The game is great and it's from the same creators of Kingdom Rush, but what kills this game is that it freezes consistently. I have to exit temporarily to get it to work. Please fix the constant freezes, thank you.”
emotional
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game effectively immerses them in the role of a space soldier, evoking a strong sense of emotional connection to the experience. However, some users express a desire for improved troop management mechanics to enhance gameplay convenience. Overall, the game is described as "wholesome fun."
- “This game made me feel like I was a space soldier.”
- “Good wholesome fun!!”
character development
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its good design and engaging attitude, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, while these elements are well-executed, they do not fully compensate for other shortcomings in the game.
- “The character development is impressive, with a well-thought-out design and engaging personalities.”
- “They did a good job with everything from character design to balance to graphics.”
- “The characters feel alive and evolve throughout the game, making the experience more immersive.”