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Kingdom Rush Vengeance is a tower defense game where players command 16 heroes to protect the kingdom from over 60 enemies, including legendary bosses. Players can level up heroes, equip trinkets, and upgrade towers with 30 upgrades. The game promises hours of strategic gameplay and epic battles.

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

Reviews

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 16,820 reviews

gameplay450 positive mentions

stability45 negative mentions

gameplay
815 mentions
55 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the latest Kingdom Rush installment is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, beautiful graphics, and the introduction of new tower selection features that enhance strategy and replayability. However, many players express frustration over the prevalence of microtransactions that limit access to certain heroes and towers, which detracts from the overall experience. While the core gameplay remains solid and reminiscent of previous titles, some users feel it lacks the depth and challenge of earlier entries, leading to a mixed reception regarding its balance and pacing.
- “Still awesome as before in all aspects: gameplay, details, storyline, easter eggs, music, you name it.”
- “The gameplay is amazing and a continuation to the series is fun for me as someone who loves Frontier and Origins.”
- “The graphics are appealing, the gameplay is challenging but not unfair, and best of all, you get to be the bad guy this time!”
- “The limited number of options at your disposal makes gameplay one-note, repetitive, and stale.”
- “Unfortunately, the slowly advancing greed of Ironhide is beginning to make gameplay terrible.”
- “Gameplay is too dull and repetitive to keep me engaged.”
graphics
665 mentions
72 % positive mentions
28 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics in the latest Kingdom Rush installment have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant and detailed art style, with many reviewers noting significant improvements over previous entries in the series. Players appreciate the charming animations, engaging character designs, and the inclusion of humorous easter eggs, which enhance the overall visual experience. However, some fans express a preference for the older art style and voice concerns about the game's monetization practices, which can detract from the enjoyment of the graphics.
- “The graphics are amazing, the enemies are fresh and tough, the new towers and heroes are kick ass, I'm just speechless.”
- “Animations and graphics are top notch, such level of detail and dedication to make it look beautiful.”
- “The graphics are a beautiful trademark for the series and the level designs are just challenging enough, with optional difficulty on each level for constant replayability.”
- “After this last update, the game crashes when loading the world map, and if not, it just loads a black background with incomplete scattered graphics... cannot play anymore.”
- “The graphics are marginally improved, if at all.”
- “Ui is clunky and the graphics feel like a downgrade to the other KR games.”
monetization
624 mentions
20 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy in this game has drawn significant criticism, with many players expressing frustration over the high number of in-app purchases, particularly for heroes and towers, which are often seen as excessive for a paid title. While some users acknowledge that the game can be completed without spending additional money, the prevalence of microtransactions has led to perceptions of it being a cash grab, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, a portion of the player base appreciates that the game remains enjoyable without the need for purchases, though they still wish for a more balanced approach to monetization.
- “Despite many negative reviews due to the game's microtransactions, the game is fully playable and enjoyable without the need to spend any money on in-app purchases.”
- “The in-app purchases are very reasonably priced with no pay-to-win gimmicks.”
- “You don't need in-game purchases to beat the game.”
- “Gameplay is well made but there is a shameful amount of microtransactions.”
- “The in-app purchases in this game are nothing short of a disgrace and a sad representation of the state of mobile gaming in general.”
- “The amount of monetization in this game is absurd.”
story
561 mentions
48 % positive mentions
49 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The story in this installment of the Kingdom Rush series is widely praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, featuring a unique twist where players take on the role of the villains. Many reviewers appreciate the rich character development and the clever integration of Easter eggs, although some express disappointment over the game's brevity and lack of post-campaign content. Overall, the combination of captivating storytelling, beautiful graphics, and fun gameplay elements makes it a standout entry in the franchise, despite some concerns about microtransactions and limited missions.
- “The genius writing and story making has left me speechless!”
- “Just finished the game, truly amazing experience, great graphics, easy gameplay, interesting story, just enough of everything.”
- “I love how Ironhide continues the story from the villain's perspective.”
- “There was no endless level, no extra missions after the story, and the story itself finished on a cliffhanger.”
- “Not only is the story short, but half the content is locked behind microtransactions!”
- “It's just a boring Kingdom Rush rework with a cool story.”
humor
174 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, featuring clever easter eggs, funny dialogue, and quirky references that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone and engaging story, although some feel that the humor may not resonate as strongly in later stages due to repetitive dialogue. Overall, the game maintains a fun and entertaining atmosphere, making it a standout in the tower defense genre.
- “It's a funny innovation that you play with the 'bad guys', not losing the amazing gameplay core.”
- “Clever and funny, the easter eggs make me smile every time I rediscover them.”
- “The game is funny, quirky with a lot of personality and inspiration from other media.”
replayability
100 mentions
54 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
Replayability in the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising its depth, multiple difficulty settings, and various ways to approach levels, which enhance replay value. However, many express frustration over the limited number of levels, the absence of an endless mode, and monetization strategies that restrict access to key content, ultimately diminishing the overall replayability experience. While some find it highly replayable and enjoyable, others feel it falls short compared to previous titles in the series.
- “Great replayability, lots of different levels, multiple things to do on each level, multiple difficulties, multiple heroes, multiple upgrades honestly I could go on and on.”
- “Absolutely brilliant - challenging, funny, stunning graphics and endlessly replayable.”
- “There are many different ways to play each level and lots of replayability.”
- “Just finished it (collected 90% of achievements) and there is very little replayability.”
- “No endless mode here which reduces replayability also.”
- “This one has a pay wall, towers and characters locked behind pay walls for a game that has an upfront charge, and only 16 levels with no replay value.”
music
51 mentions
49 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as excellent and nostalgic, particularly in relation to the Kingdom Rush series. However, others express disappointment due to issues like low volume, repetitive looping, and instances where music cuts out entirely during gameplay. Overall, while many appreciate the sound effects and music, there are calls for improvements to enhance the overall auditory experience.
- “I like the alternate premise of the story, and the art and music is excellent!”
- “Great sound effects and music.”
- “I have been playing Kingdom Rush since the first version and have played every version, Frontiers and Origins, and I love this game, great soundtrack as always and the new Origins-like graphics are really good.”
- “The soundwork, well, I'm sorry to say that it's a bit disappointing; the sound effects are fine, but the background music leaves me no impression.”
- “Speaking of sound, there is no music in the levels, making it feel very boring.”
- “The background music is like 30 seconds long and loops throughout much of the game.”
stability
49 mentions
6 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
92 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting frequent freezes and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during critical moments. While some players note that recent updates have improved stability, issues persist across various devices, leading to frustration and loss of progress. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability problems detract significantly from the experience.
- “Very good game with no glitches yet, and well-balanced gameplay.”
- “No glitches or any problems.”
- “No glitches or any problems.”
- “The game freezes way too much; I get halfway through a mission and it freezes, causing me to lose all progress. Not fun.”
- “The frequent freezes and now the bug that removes the sound effects are ruining the experience.”
- “It's unacceptably buggy.”
grinding
38 mentions
5 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed bag; while some appreciate the challenge and the ability to progress without spending money, many feel that certain achievements and content are excessively grindy or locked behind paywalls. The game can be tedious at times, with some levels requiring significant effort to advance, but others enjoy the grind as part of the gameplay experience. Overall, the balance between grinding and in-game purchases has led to a perception of it being somewhat pay-to-win, despite the option to progress through dedicated play.
- “And this is already a premium game... this is EA loot box level madness, but you can't even get by just grinding.”
- “Update: after playing through a few levels, I am finding it extremely difficult to progress without in-game purchases or a lot of grinding.”
- “Great game but sadly there is content locked behind even more money rather than making it unlockable through grinding.”
optimization
23 mentions
30 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback. While many players appreciate the smooth animations and performance on lower-end devices, there are notable concerns regarding performance issues, long load times, and the balance of tower costs versus effectiveness. Additionally, some players feel that the game is not as accessible for casual audiences due to its challenging mechanics and design choices.
- “Really like the smooth animation of this game even when played on such a low-end smartphone such as Honor X7B, love the optimization that they have done.”
- “The optimization of the towers is a very fun addition to the series!”
- “Great tower defense with great performance.”
- “While I appreciate all of your games and the thought put into them, this one just seems a bit too try-hard and not for the casual audience as you are marketing it. I mean, if I can have a problem clearing normal levels on challenge mode even with a very optimized strategy, I can just imagine what issues other more casual players might have.”
- “Also, the shape of each map seems to be optimized for iPad dimensions, because on my phone I need to scroll up and down so much just to see the board.”
- “The game is having some performance issues lately.”
character development
9 mentions
89 % positive mentions
-22 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development in the game is praised for its beautiful art and clean graphics, contributing to an engaging experience. While some users noted a decline in fluidity compared to earlier titles, the character designs and sound effects received consistent acclaim, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Graphics and character development are amazing, a great time killer and the best tower defense game out there!”
- “Love the character design, sound effects, music, everything's good.”
- “Beautiful art, sound effects, character design, another excellent tower game!”
- “The character designs are nowhere near as fluid and sleek as in the earlier games.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “I was disappointed by how one-dimensional the characters are compared to previous titles.”
atmosphere
5 mentions
80 % positive mentions
-40 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its vibrant graphics and engaging environment, contributing to an immersive experience. However, some users express concern that the option to purchase powerful towers creates a pay-to-win dynamic, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Great atmosphere, crazy graphics, intuitive controls.”
- “Wonderful game that brings the atmosphere!”
- “Wonderful game that brings the atmosphere!”
- “However, the ability to purchase powerful towers creates a pay-to-win atmosphere and is certainly not a welcoming experience.”
- “The overall atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is marred by repetitive environments that lack any real charm or excitement.”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging due to its blend of hilarity, nostalgia, and heartwarming easter eggs, creating a wholesome experience. While the game is praised for its emotional depth, some users express a desire for more challenging content, such as an endless mode. Overall, the emotional resonance of the game is highlighted as a significant strength.
- “So much hilarity, nostalgia, and accuracy in easter eggs that never seem to quit being heartwarming to see.”
- “They manage to make a wholesome game, and the ones before Vengeance were epic as well.”