Legion TD 2
- October 1, 2021
- AutoAttack Games
- 235h median play time
Legion TD 2 is a multiplayer tower defense game where players command powerful heroes and build defenses to protect against waves of enemy creeps. Featuring auto-battling mechanics, players strategize by selecting units, abilities, and upgrades to outsmart their opponents. Work with teammates to defend and secure victory in this intense, fast-paced competition.
Reviews
- Engaging gameplay with a mix of tower defense and strategy elements, offering high replayability.
- Active developers who frequently update the game and listen to community feedback.
- Fun to play with friends, with both casual and competitive modes available.
- Matchmaking can be frustrating, often pairing inexperienced players with highly skilled opponents.
- Some players report issues with game balance, particularly with certain units being overpowered.
- The learning curve can be steep for new players, making it difficult to grasp all mechanics quickly.
- gameplay347 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title is characterized by its intense, strategic nature, requiring constant coordination with teammates and offering a blend of tower defense and auto-battler mechanics. Players appreciate the depth and variety of strategies available, although some find the learning curve steep and certain mechanics, like shutdowns, frustrating. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging gameplay loop, regular updates, and a strong community, making it a recommended experience for fans of the genre.
“Every match feels intense, with the need to constantly coordinate with your teammates to make sure defenses are strong, and it’s this dynamic that keeps the tension high and the gameplay exciting.”
“The balancing is regular and changes enough to be satisfying, the gameplay loop is entertaining and rewards you for thinking on your feet and trying new strategies.”
“The gameplay is engaging and there are plenty of different things to do, but unfortunately, there are times when the game can start to feel a bit repetitive.”
“The game has fallen into the trap of making 80% of the game not matter through shutdowns and other mechanics.”
“The gameplay is extremely linear with little breathing room.”
“I hate being matched against a duo that will completely exploit the game mechanics with one of them going fiesta and leaking over 100% of waves while the other one holds.”
- graphics126 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the clean and polished visuals that evoke nostalgia, while others criticize them as outdated or lacking depth. Many users note that the graphics are functional and run smoothly, but express a desire for improvements to better match modern standards. Overall, while the visuals are generally considered decent, they are often seen as a step below what could be expected from a contemporary title.
“The visuals are polished, making for an immersive experience.”
“The graphics and art style of Legion TD 2 are visually stunning.”
“The devs did an awesome job on every aspect of the game (graphics, sound, gameplay) and you will love it, just as much as I do.”
“The graphics are pretty bleh, but they do the job.”
“Lowered my graphics to null.”
“Graphics wise, it's a bit outdated, felt like models were made in 2008 and looks can be really improved especially today's timeline.”
- replayability83 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game boasts exceptional replayability, with players highlighting its complexity, variety of characters, and numerous strategies to explore. Many reviews emphasize the endless potential for new builds and tactics, making it highly engaging whether played solo or with friends. While some users note minor limitations, the overall consensus is that the game offers a rich and rewarding experience that encourages repeated play.
“There is a wide variety of characters, builds, and strategies to explore, giving the game a ton of replayability.”
“Infinite replayability if you're a fan of the genre.”
“The replayability is insane and the game is loads of fun!”
“I feel like I'm watching the same movie on repeat - that much for replayability.”
“Right now I can't recommend the game for 20€ anymore (get it for 10€ max) because the replayability is lacking due to limited units and the unbalanced 2-on-2 matchmaking.”
“Maybe some more map variety might increase the replayability, like some where the build areas intersect, or with only one build area you share, so as to make the game more interesting and cooperative, perhaps adding a bit more variability to the enemy waves, so you don't just autopilot through your fighter placement, and actually have to strategize about what to put when.”
- story50 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many users noting that the campaign consists of repetitive battles without a cohesive narrative. While some appreciate the challenging gameplay and mechanics, they express a desire for more substantial story content and missions to enhance the experience. Overall, the focus remains primarily on multiplayer and gameplay rather than a compelling story.
“I don't normally like PvE/story mode, but this game went out of its way to make a challenging story mode even though the main feature of the game is PvP.”
“An excellent game that tells the tragic story of a young, leaky tap, and his journey to redemption.”
“I had no familiarity with the original mod, but was intrigued by the mechanics and development story.”
“The 'campaign' has no story and is just a few duels each.”
“There is no plot and you can use exactly the same strategy to win all 7 battles.”
“Tedious, counterintuitive, repetitive, confusing, theme-less, story-less, uninspired, but worst, patently not an actual team tower defense game.”
- stability32 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 78 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent bugs, connection issues, and crashes reported, particularly after the 10.0 release. Many players experience frustrating gameplay interruptions, such as freezing and lag, especially on larger monitors, and the user interface is criticized for being poorly designed and buggy. While some acknowledge the game's visual appeal and potential, the overall consensus is that the current state is too unstable for a satisfactory gaming experience.
“Despite the small budget the devs had to work with, they made a good product visually and mechanically; it's almost bug-free and engaging.”
“Stays true to its original, runs great, and it's cool to see they have come so far since the early days.”
“The game runs great, plays great, and is well put together.”
“Very buggy, disconnects and can't rejoin the game very often.”
“Game used to be good, but now way too buggy after the 10.0 release.”
“Horrendous graphic bugs from startup, crashes randomly, but also after playing for a certain period of time (2-4 games), game occasionally freezes up for like ten-twenty seconds before unlocking again, only the match has continued while you were gone...”
- monetization24 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 42 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game primarily revolves around cosmetic purchases, with many players appreciating that these do not impact gameplay and are not perceived as cash grabs. However, some users express concern over the presence of microtransactions in a paid game, feeling that certain features, like guilds, are overpriced. Overall, while the game has a supportive community that values the developers' ongoing updates, there are mixed feelings about the balance between monetization and player experience.
“The monetization isn't scummy and doesn't mess with the gameplay aspect at all.”
“The in-game purchases are cosmetic mostly, so there's no pay-to-win aspect, which is nice.”
“In-game purchases are 100% cosmetic.”
“I worry about the direction this game is taking, and it is clearly focused a bit too hard on in-game monetization despite having to pay for the game itself.”
“I enjoy this game, but having guilds cost $30 to start on a game that is already $20 seems like a cash grab to me.”
“Microtransactions in a paid game always feels bad.”
- optimization22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant performance issues, particularly on certain graphics settings and platforms like Mac. While many appreciate the smooth gameplay and aesthetic graphics, others report instability in frame rates and bugs that detract from the experience. Overall, the game shows potential for optimization but currently struggles with performance consistency, especially for competitive play.
“Super good mastery curve and payoff as you invest in increasing your own performance over time.”
“Something really interesting to me is that the waves are static, so opening strategy and placement can be optimized, but there is still tons of strategy and skill required.”
“It has a lot of depth and room for minor optimizations, whether that's learning tower-to-unit match ups, synergies between towers, mercenary-unit synergies, mercenary-tower counters, mythrium and gold management.”
“I found this game to be rather pigeonholed in terms of min/max optimization.”
“Not optimized for Mac at all.”
“Totally unoptimized - very bad CPU/memory performance, lags.”
- grinding18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant investment to unlock content and improve ranks. While some appreciate the challenge and depth it adds, many express frustration with the repetitive nature of the grind, likening it to typical MMO experiences. However, recent updates have reportedly reduced the grind, making it less necessary to remain competitive.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“A bit grindy... sometimes.”
“No grinding required to be competitive.”
“My only gripe is that unlocking masterminds for solo/coop/custom games is quite grindy, and it uses the same currency you use to unlock cosmetics.”
“Not that this doesn't separate the bad players from the good players, but I just want to point out that the game can feel really tedious after a certain point if you want to climb, so keep that in mind.”
“After 200 hours of hard grinding and research on different builds, I can confidently say this.”
- humor17 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the game to be quite humorous, with many describing it as "insanely funny" and enjoyable to play. However, some critiques arise regarding the competitive aspects and community dynamics, which can lead to ironic and frustrating situations that add to the humor. Despite some negative comments about matchmaking and player engagement, the game's comedic elements remain a highlight for most users.
“This game is very funny.”
“Overall the game is funny, but lots of nuts.”
“Legion TD is a funny game.”
“In WC3, there were undead, elves, demons, etc. Now there's a bee with boxing gloves standing next to a makaka tree... it's not funny.”
“Matchmaking sucks; there are only two types of games: hard wins or losses, so it's not funny.”
- music12 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its ability to enhance the gameplay experience and match the action's intensity. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the campaign map music, which some find mismatched and overly loud. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated for its quality and integration, there are mixed feelings about specific tracks.
“The soundtrack complements the gameplay beautifully, knowing just when to ramp up the intensity to match the action.”
“Beautiful game - like Dota, it shares the same Warcraft DNA, and that can be felt in the music, art style, and engrossing gameplay.”
“You might not look for good music in a TD game, but this game insanely has good music as well.”
“The music for the campaign map is shockingly awful - a mismatch in tone for the game, and the music is mixed in way too loud.”
“The music for the campaign map is shockingly awful - a mismatch in tone for the game, and the music is mixed in way too loud.”
“I needed more games I can play while watching something, listening to podcasts or music.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its positive and immersive qualities, enhancing both cooperative and single-player experiences across diverse environments. While some players note occasional toxicity within the community, the overall sentiment reflects a chill and enjoyable atmosphere, even in competitive settings. However, there are calls for more varied atmospheres to accommodate different player preferences.
“The positive atmosphere adds another layer of enjoyment, making the cooperative aspect even more fulfilling.”
“I also appreciate the single-player campaigns (next to skirmish), which provide a peaceful yet still interesting atmosphere for learning the basics of the game before heading into multiplayer.”
“From the lush forests to the desolate wastelands, each environment feels unique and adds to the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“This game is receiving a negative review due to the atmosphere created by mods and community helpers on Discord.”
“It would be nice to have different atmospheres.”
“There are a few players who can't handle the competitive atmosphere and can flame from time to time.”
- emotional7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to Legion TD2, viewing it as a nostalgic experience that evokes fond memories while providing a wholesome community atmosphere. The game’s frequent updates and the option for solo or co-op play allow players to engage without the pressure of competitive matchmaking, enhancing its appeal. However, some frustrations arise from balance issues, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
“For the loyal fans, Legion TD2 serves as a heartfelt journey down memory lane.”
“The folks who make the game seem wholesome and it gets updated frequently enough to keep playing.”
“Plus, they have implemented a solo & simple co-op, meaning you can enjoy the game without ever touching the multiplayer.”