Make War

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Do you want to become part of great battles? Lead the alien army in tactical-voxel simulator game Make War.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and creative blend of puzzle and war simulation, providing fun and strategic gameplay.
Visually appealing graphics and engaging audio enhance the overall experience.
The game is enjoyable for those who like to think and strategize, making it a great time killer.

The game is incomplete, with no updates or progress made in the last two years, leaving it feeling like a demo.
Gameplay can be repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a sense of boredom over time.
Some levels are excessively difficult, making it frustrating for players to progress.

gameplay
20 mentions
20 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising it as a "masterclass" in design and mechanics, while others criticize it for being linear and limiting exploration. Overall, players appreciate the solid mechanics and enjoyable experience, though some note flaws that can disrupt immersion.
- “Very good gameplay fit for gaming legends!”
- “Well-designed gameplay and mechanics - a gameplay masterclass!”
- “Solid mechanics provide an enjoyable experience with smooth gameplay.”
- “limited exploration, linear gameplay (exploring on training wheels)”
- “flawed mechanics, disrupts immersion (like trying to swim in quicksand)”
- “it's just gameplay (meh, but it's something)”
monetization
12 mentions
8 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game varies significantly among users, with some praising it for being completely free of microtransactions, while others note the presence of cosmetic-only options that do not affect gameplay. However, there are also mentions of mild and aggressive microtransactions, with the latter being described as avoidable but potentially impactful on the experience. Overall, opinions range from highly positive to critical, depending on the level of monetization present.
- “None, completely free from microtransactions (no wallets harmed here!)”
- “Aggressive microtransactions, but avoidable (pay up or face the consequences)”
- “Mild microtransactions, not intrusive (a sprinkle of microtransactions)”
- “Cosmetic-only microtransactions (style without the pay-to-win)”
graphics
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising them as beautiful and worthy of an art museum, while others find them mediocre or even disastrous, leading to a range of reactions from admiration to disappointment. Overall, the visual quality varies significantly, appealing to some players while leaving others dissatisfied.
- “Beautiful graphics that belong in an art museum!”
- “Decent graphics, as ordinary as a ham sandwich.”
- “The visuals made my eyes weep!”
- “Graphic disaster, run for cover!”
- “Graphics as ordinary as a ham sandwich.”
story
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect receives mixed reviews, with some players noting a complete lack of narrative, while others find the storytelling average or even heartwarming. Despite the varied opinions on the story, the gameplay itself, particularly the challenging puzzle mechanics, is generally well-received.
- “Lovely (a story to steal hearts!)”
- “It is a great puzzle war game (a mix I've also never heard of before) and even just the 3 levels available right now make it worth the price.”
- “No story (a storyless saga)”
- “Average (meh-nderful storytelling)”
- “It is a great puzzle war game (a mix I've also never heard of before) and even just the 3 levels available right now make it worth the price, but the story is lacking.”
replayability
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The game offers high replayability with multiple outcomes and choices that encourage players to explore different paths, leading to a variety of experiences. However, some users note that there are limitations in replayability due to a lack of significant differences in gameplay upon subsequent playthroughs.
- “Endlessly replayable with multiple outcomes (infinite adventures await!)”
- “Some replay value due to choices (decisions, decisions, game on!)”
- “Limited replayability, no major differences (same game, different day).”
- “Some replay value due to choices (decisions, decisions, game on!).”
stability
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been criticized for containing minor bugs and glitches, with users frequently referencing issues reminiscent of "Cyberpunk 2077." Overall, while the problems are not game-breaking, they contribute to a less polished experience.
- “Cyberpunk 2077 (glitches galore!)”
- “Minor bugs (tiny buggy buddies)”
- “Minor bugs (tiny buggy buddies)”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be extremely time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of hours that can detract from their social lives.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding (goodbye social life!)”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding (goodbye social life!)”