Line of Defense Tactics

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Line of Defense Tactics is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by 3000AD and was released on February 11, 2014. It received negative reviews from players.

"Line of Defense Tactics" is a real-time strategy game based on the Line of Defense comic series. Command a team of Galactic Command marines in action-packed missions, using a variety of weapons, vehicles, and advanced technology to fight the enemy in space and on planets. With a persistent team of characters, call in airstrikes, deploy turrets, and access the Line of Defense MMO game's database for valuable intel.

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Single-Player

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11%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a smooth and well-thought-out control/UI system that allows for easy character selection and action execution.
The graphics are polished and visually appealing, surpassing many similar games that suffer from rough edges.
The game provides informative pop-ups for new players, making it accessible and easy to understand.

The controls are overly complicated and can be frustrating, making it difficult to maneuver troops effectively.
Progression feels unsatisfying and grindy, with a lack of meaningful rewards for completing levels.
The game suffers from stiff animations and poor sound design, detracting from the overall experience.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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21%
The story is criticized for being disorganized, drawn out, and lacking depth, with minimal character motivation and a disjointed narrative. Players find it frustrating that there are no checkpoints or mission restarts, forcing them to navigate through multiple menus to replay missions, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the storytelling fails to engage players meaningfully.
- “The story is not very developed, actions have very little motivation, and the whole thing just feels disjointed.”
- “If you mess up something, the only option is to back out of the mission entirely, and go through 5 menus to start up again, and half of them are basically a 'are you sure you want to start this level?' kind of selection.”
- “Also, there's no restarting a checkpoint, or even restarting the entire mission.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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30%
The graphics are generally smooth and adequate for gameplay, but many reviewers feel they lack originality and depth, often comparing them to a "blue Mass Effect." While the visuals may be acceptable for mobile devices, they appear underwhelming and ported when played on PC, leading to a mixed reception regarding their overall quality.
- “The graphics are smooth; they do the job well.”
- “Presentation-wise, graphically the game is fine.”
- “I get that this is art he's been using for years, but I couldn't help thinking 'blue Mass Effect.' This game has a lot of blue and red, and if you play it on a mobile device at a mobile price, that would be fine, but on a PC, the graphics just look... well, ported.”
- “If I can't get decent visuals, at least have a sound design that allows me to fill in the gaps in my head.”
- “I get that this is art he's been using for years (though WH40K, Heinlein, Doom, etc. really made these settings so nobody gets credit) but I couldn't help thinking 'blue Mass Effect.' This game has a lot of blue and red, and if you play it on a mobile device at a mobile price that would be fine, but on a PC the graphics just look... well, ported.”
- “-presentation-wise, graphically the game is fine.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Gameplay is criticized for lacking a pause feature, which disrupts strategic planning and resembles a freemium mobile model, despite the absence of actual pay-to-play elements. Players feel this design choice detracts from the overall experience, making it frustrating to engage with the game tactically.
- “There's no screen pause to catch your breath - instead it's the freemium mobile style right to menu (so you can't tactically advance ahead of the pay-to-play mechanic on tablet by stopping to think) that drives me nuts.”
- “(and don't worry there's no freemium pay to play nonsense in this, but at that price there had better not be - it's just the mechanic still exists in the game.)”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game's replayability is high, with players appreciating the variety of choices and outcomes that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many highlight the presence of different character paths and unlockable content as key factors that enhance the overall experience. Overall, players feel that the game offers enough depth and diversity to keep them engaged beyond the initial playthrough.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its clever use of satire, particularly through a hilariously fake review that is complemented by an absurd legal threat, showcasing a playful and irreverent approach to comedy. This blend of wit and absurdity resonates well with players, adding a unique layer to the overall experience.