Mini Battlegrounds

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Mini Battlegrounds is a multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by IOA Games and was released on August 20, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Mini Battlegrounds is a top-down shooter game that supports multiplayer mode. Players can engage in fast-paced combat with various weapons while navigating different maps. The game offers a simple yet addictive experience that is easy to pick up and play.

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Audience ScoreBased on 160 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Mini Battlegrounds offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience with quick matches, making it ideal for casual play.
The game features a variety of weapons and abilities, allowing players to experiment with different strategies.
Despite its low player base, the game has a charming art style and runs well on low-end devices.

The game suffers from a very low player count, leading to long wait times for matches and often empty lobbies.
There are significant issues with game polish, including lack of in-game options, slow movement, and clunky controls.
The developers have been criticized for not engaging with the community and failing to implement necessary updates and improvements.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and engaging, with well-polished mechanics and a solid looting system. However, some players note issues such as slow character movement and uneventful experiences due to limited player counts on maps. While the game draws inspiration from popular titles like PUBG, it offers unique elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is super fun and exciting, and the community is super nice.”
- “The sounds, load times, skins, rank system, gameplay mechanics, attachments to improve armor/weapons, etc. are well polished.”
- “I like the gameplay and the looting system.”
- “Of course considering the maps are made to handle a maximum of 50 players, this leads to really slow and uneventful gameplay.”
- “From what I have seen on YouTube gameplays, the graphics are nothing special and the movement of the character is really slow.”
- “A good battle royale, I like the gameplay and the graphics but sadly... not many players playing it.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising its cute and unique art style and vibrant color schemes, while others criticize the low-poly, voxel-like designs that resemble a simplified version of Minecraft. While some players appreciate the realistic graphics and character customization options, others find the overall visual quality lacking and suggest the need for better graphic settings, especially for lower-end devices. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a significant aspect that could benefit from further development.
- “The graphics are super realistic, I almost forgot I was playing a game.”
- “It's got a fantastic art style and it looks great!”
- “The art style is very nicely done, tons of character skins, weapon skins and the like in crates, login daily bonuses to boot.”
- “As a mobile app, the game features dumbed down low poly 'art' with deformed, voxel-like characters in a clear ripoff of the simplified art style of Minecraft.”
- “That's why reviewers are faced with so many of these terrible games with confrontingly bad graphics.”
- “From what I have seen on YouTube gameplay, the graphics are nothing special and the movement of the character is really slow.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be a highlight, with amusing bugs and comical moments, such as getting run over by vehicles, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience. The game's charm lies in its ability to evoke laughter, making it an enjoyable and entertaining title despite its minor flaws.
- “Also, you can drive vehicles, and let me tell you, I got run over many times. You might think that would make me mad, but nope, I could not stop laughing.”
- “They are awesome and hilarious.”
- “Other than that, it's a nice small and funny little game.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is not explicitly detailed, but users suggest that it incorporates elements typical of free-to-play games, such as daily quests and login rewards, which may enhance player engagement. Additionally, the presence of a loot crate system tied to in-game currency and quest progression indicates a focus on rewarding gameplay rather than a marketplace model.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any real emotional response.”
- “Overall, the narrative is predictable and doesn't offer any surprising twists or turns.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of Mini Battlegrounds (Crazyshooter) has been criticized as a cash grab, with players noting the absence of in-game purchases and a reliance on grinding for progression. While some tweaks are suggested, the overall sentiment reflects disappointment in the developers' approach to monetization.
- “No in-game purchases, just pure grinding. It needs a few tweaks, but other than that, it's great!”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money to enjoy the game.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a balanced approach to monetization, allowing players to progress without feeling forced to buy anything.”
- “Mini Battlegrounds (aka CrazyShooter) is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a nasty cash grab by greedy, lazy mobile developers. It was a 2.5D top-down twin-stick PvP arena shooter.”
- “The monetization strategy is frustrating, as it feels like the game is designed to push players towards spending money rather than enjoying the gameplay.”
- “The game is riddled with paywalls that hinder progress, making it clear that the developers prioritize profit over player experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting it can feel tedious and unrewarding, likening it to a time-consuming relationship without payoff. While some suggest that it requires adjustments, others appreciate the absence of in-game purchases, indicating a desire for a more balanced approach to grinding.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “If I wanted to spend hours grinding with no payoff, I'd get back in touch with my high school girlfriend.”
- “No in-game purchases, just pure grinding... needs a few tweaks, but other than that.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally perceived as lacking, with many users rating it poorly. Critics note a failure to create an engaging or immersive environment, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere feels completely lifeless, lacking any sense of immersion or engagement.”
- “Despite the game's setting, the atmosphere is disappointingly flat and uninspired.”
- “I expected a rich, immersive world, but the atmosphere is dull and fails to draw me in.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users believe that enhancing replayability would significantly increase the game's overall enjoyment and longevity, suggesting that improvements in this area could make the game much more engaging.