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

Reviews

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

monetization3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and creative blend of puzzle and war simulation, providing a fun and strategic experience.
Visually appealing graphics and engaging gameplay mechanics make it enjoyable for players who like to think and strategize.
Despite being incomplete, the game has potential and is considered underrated, with players expressing hope for future improvements.

The game feels incomplete and has not received updates or support for an extended period, leaving it feeling bare bones.
Some gameplay elements, particularly in challenging levels, can be frustrating and difficult to navigate.
There are concerns about the game's overall execution, with some players feeling it resembles a demo rather than a fully developed title.

gameplay
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising it as a "masterclass" in design and mechanics, while others find it limited and linear, likening exploration to "training wheels." Overall, players appreciate the solid mechanics that contribute to an enjoyable experience, though some note flaws that can disrupt immersion.
- “Very good gameplay fit for gaming legends!”
- “Well-designed gameplay and mechanics (gameplay masterclass!)”
- “Solid mechanics, enjoyable experience (smooth mechanics, happy gaming)”
- “It's just gameplay (meh, but it's something)”
- “Limited exploration, linear gameplay (exploring on training wheels)”
- “Flawed mechanics, disrupts immersion (like trying to swim in quicksand)”
monetization
6 mentions
17 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game varies significantly, with some users praising it for being completely free from microtransactions, while others note the presence of cosmetic-only options that do not affect gameplay. However, there are also reports of mild to aggressive microtransactions, with some players feeling pressured to spend money to avoid negative consequences. Overall, the experience ranges from player-friendly to more exploitative models.
- “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
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some praising them as stunning and worthy of an art museum, while others criticized them as mediocre or even visually distressing. Overall, the visual quality varies significantly, with some players finding it beautiful and others deeming it a disaster.
- “beautiful (graphics that belong in an art museum!)”
- “The visuals made my eyes weep!”
- “Graphic disaster, run for cover!”
- “Graphics as ordinary as a ham sandwich.”
story
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking or average, while others appreciate its charm and emotional depth. Despite the varied opinions on storytelling, the gameplay itself, particularly in the puzzle war genre, is noted as engaging and challenging.
- “A lovely story to steal hearts!”
- “It is a great puzzle war game, a mix I've 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 storytelling is lacking.”
replayability
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is highly praised for its multiple outcomes and infinite adventures, offering players a compelling reason to return. However, some users note that it has limited replayability due to a lack of significant differences in gameplay across sessions. Overall, the experience varies from being endlessly engaging to somewhat repetitive.
- “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
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game experiences minor bugs and glitches, with some likening it to the notorious issues seen in "Cyberpunk 2077." While these problems are generally described as minor, they can still detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “Minor bugs (tiny buggy buddies) can be quite distracting.”
- “Cyberpunk 2077 is filled with glitches galore!”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players often feel that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting it requires a significant commitment that can detract from their social lives.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding (goodbye social life!)”
- “The grinding is relentless and feels more like a chore than fun.”
- “I spent hours grinding for minimal rewards, and it just wasn't worth it.”