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Mech Armada

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79%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, grinding
83% User Score Based on 403 reviews
Critic Score 62%Based on 1 reviews

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Mech Armada is a single player tactical role playing game with warfare and science fiction themes. It was developed by Lioncode Games and was released on June 16, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Mech Armada is a single-player Warfare Turn Based Strategy game, offering around 17 hours of playtime with no two runs being the same. Command your own team of custom-built Mechs, upgrading from over 80 unique parts, in deep grid-based combat against The Swarm's bosses. Procedurally generated levels with varied post-apocalyptic environments create a challenging and engaging experience."

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Audience ScoreBased on 403 reviews
gameplay21 positive mentions
story4 negative mentions
  • Deep customization options for mechs, allowing for varied strategies and playstyles.
  • Engaging turn-based tactical gameplay with a mix of roguelite elements, providing replayability.
  • Procedurally generated maps and enemy compositions keep each run fresh and challenging.
  • Early runs can feel punishing due to limited resources and the difficulty spike from enemies.
  • Some players may find the learning curve steep and the game repetitive after several runs.
  • Visuals and animations may lack polish, and the game can feel unbalanced at times.
  • gameplay
    80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this indie title is a blend of turn-based tactics and roguelite mechanics, offering a variety of customization options for mechs and strategic depth, though it can feel repetitive and grindy at times. While some players appreciate the straightforward mechanics and unique build options, others criticize the game for its simplistic design and slow progression, which can hinder strategic gameplay. Overall, it presents a fun and engaging experience for fans of the genre, but it may require further polish and content to fully realize its potential.

    • “Sound design reinforces combat feedback without overwhelming the player, contributing to an overall presentation that serves gameplay first.”
    • “The gameplay is fun strategy-wise and I got exactly what I wanted in simple customization options.”
    • “Overall, cool theme, great artwork, wonderful audio, awesome gameplay and plenty of variety to keep you on your toes and not let you become complacent by relying on the exact same strategy every time.”
    • “However, the gameplay... oh, the gameplay was a colossal disappointment.”
    • “Alas, due to the game's abysmal gameplay mechanics, the developers contrived a system that practically begged you to meet your demise, prompting you to acquire new upgrades and replay ad infinitum.”
    • “I could have forgiven, and gotten past, poor voice acting, poor graphics, or a less than stellar GUI, but what I can't forgive and get past is dull, repetitive, and uninspired gameplay.”
  • story
    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally considered minimal and lacks depth, with many players expressing a desire for more character development and narrative complexity. While the gameplay focuses on tactical, grid-based encounters and mission objectives, the overarching plot feels simplistic and reminiscent of mobile games, leading some to feel uninvested. Overall, while the mechanics are enjoyable, the story is seen as an area needing significant improvement for a more engaging experience.

    • “I'd love to see an expansion to the story mode of this game or a sequel; it's a really solid concept and executed very well.”
    • “With different mission types (protect refugees, rescue civilians, demolish swarm base/building, etc.), you could actually build a story and make the game more interesting.”
    • “There were only around 6 or so types of weapons, and the drama came from the story missions.”
    • “Sorry, I need actual characters and story for me to be invested in this game.”
    • “I need actual motivation to care, not just a bunch of 'go there, kill these' missions.”
    • “The main issues I had with the game are that the random map generation is not super varied or interesting, and there isn’t much to the story or characters apart from the introduction.”
  • graphics
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the art style and overall design as fun and visually appealing, while others find them unimpressive and demanding on hardware. The user interface is generally well-received, but there are criticisms regarding the in-game visuals compared to the quality of cutscenes. Overall, the graphics are functional and contribute to the gameplay experience, though they may not stand out significantly.

    • “The tutorial is snappy, the visuals and sound are a lot more muscular and satisfying than I was expecting, and the UI/UX is fluid, clean, and informative.”
    • “The artwork, dialogue, and mech design is top notch and has enough content/tactical richness and overall replayability to demand your attention for a long time.”
    • “Think 'Into the Breach' but better graphics and deeper strategy.”
    • “My only negative is that the graphics are surprisingly demanding given how the game looks.”
    • “I had to turn my settings down a bit to keep my slightly older graphics card happy.”
    • “The graphics, music, and voice acting are all a little lacking, and it's not totally bug free.”
  • replayability
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game offers significant replayability, primarily due to its roguelite structure, meta progression, and diverse customization options. Players appreciate the variety in weapons, mech parts, and challenges, which encourage experimentation and replaying. However, some reviewers noted that once the game is completed, the replay value diminishes, particularly due to limited build variety.

    • “The roguelite structure defines the game’s pacing and replayability.”
    • “Meta progression that gives increased replay value and encourages you to try new and varied parry builds without fear of a 'bad' run.”
    • “However, underlying the silly exterior is a really solid tactical roguelike with a lot of replayability and a lot of customization.”
    • “After you beat the game, the replayability isn't that great.”
    • “This is a short game due to a lack of replayability.”
    • “I love the aesthetic, I love the concept, and what they have is executed well, but the lack of build variety really steps on my replayability.”
  • grinding
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some find it tedious and repetitive, particularly in the early stages, others appreciate the balance of progression and strategy that allows for enjoyable gameplay without excessive grinding. Overall, the game is seen as somewhat grindy, but it offers potential for strategic depth as players advance.

    • “Lets the game 'look alive' while not being tedious.”
    • “Not just grinding to get the right parts unlocked.”
    • “- repetitive grinding for permanent upgrades”
    • “Too random, too many options for you to feel that you're improving the skill and not just grinding for a better setup.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for being atmospheric and well-suited to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience without being intrusive. While some players find the music to be merely average and often turn it off, others appreciate its quality and integration with sound design. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's ambiance, despite some mixed opinions.

    • “Great music that fits the gameplay well.”
    • “The sound design, from angry monster sounds to booming effects and music, was nice.”
    • “The music succeeds in being atmospheric, and the looping isn't annoying.”
    • “Music is meh, but for me, I turn that off most of the time.”
    • “The graphics, music, and voice acting are all a little lacking.”
    • “The music is atmospheric, but the looping isn't engaging enough.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized for being plagued by numerous bugs, even nearly two years post-release, with issues such as command input glitches during battles and movement restrictions on the campaign map. While some players appreciate the core gameplay, they note that the overall experience is hindered by these persistent technical problems.

    • “The graphics, music, and voice acting are all a little lacking, and it's not totally bug-free (in particular, it seems easily upset by attempts to use its settings menu), but it's a really solid skirmish title. If a version of Advance Wars with smaller, quicker maps and an ability to design your own units sounds appealing, this executes that idea really well.”
    • “Too bug-ridden to actually play still.”
    • “What is this? A 2022 release and still this buggy almost 2 years later?”
    • “Sometimes it glitches during battle and I can't input any command. Also, during the campaign map, if you click on a tile without continuation, you glitch and can't move anymore.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players were pleasantly surprised by the game's humor, which exceeded expectations and contributed to its replay value, indicating a well-crafted comedic experience rather than a low-effort attempt.

    • “This game surprised me; I expected a low-effort funny game, but I found something with a lot of replay value.”
    • “The humor in this game is clever and keeps you laughing throughout the entire experience.”
    • “I love how the game blends humor with gameplay mechanics, making every moment enjoyable.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate uncertainty regarding the game's monetization strategy, with some users expressing concern that it may be a cash grab due to the use of purchased assets. However, there is hope that the game could develop into a strong contender in the mech turn-based genre.

    • “It's too early to tell if it's a cash grab due to all the bought assets, but I hope this is not the case and that it could evolve into a contender for the mech turn-based genre, which isn't doing so well.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “I was disappointed to see that many features are locked behind paywalls, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating its immersive quality despite a minimal plot. The music contributes positively, enhancing the overall experience without becoming repetitive or distracting.

    • “Even though there's not much plot, I like the atmosphere.”
    • “The music succeeds in being atmospheric, and the looping isn't annoying.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that the game requires additional polish and improved optimization to enhance overall performance and user experience.

    • “The game could use a little more polish and some better optimization.”
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Mech Armada is a tactical role playing game with warfare and science fiction themes.

Mech Armada is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 21 hours playing Mech Armada.

Mech Armada was released on June 16, 2022.

Mech Armada was developed by Lioncode Games.

Mech Armada has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Mech Armada is a single player game.

Similar games include Trials of Fire, Star Renegades, The Last Spell, Phantom Brigade, Ironcast and others.