Onion Force

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Onion Force is a hybrid Tower Defense/Action Adventure game with 30 levels of butt-puckering mayhem! Use cunning and strategy to strengthen your team chosen from a diverse cast of characters, and hang on to your seat as you try to save the last king from his doom!

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Onion Force combines tower defense with action RPG elements, providing a unique and engaging gameplay experience that keeps players on their toes.
The game features charming graphics and a quirky art style that adds to its appeal, along with a fun soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Players appreciate the variety of heroes and the leveling system, which allows for strategic gameplay and encourages experimentation with different playstyles.

The controls can be frustrating, with issues such as characters continuing to move after reaching a destination and a lack of responsiveness that can hinder gameplay.
The reliance on a healing tent for stamina and health recovery is seen as tedious, detracting from the fast-paced action and making gameplay feel repetitive.
Some players have reported bugs and performance issues, including problems with controller support and visibility during gameplay, which can detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
65%
10%
The gameplay of Onion Force presents a mix of action and tower defense elements, featuring unique mechanics like ramming into enemies for damage, which can be both amusing and critical to success. However, players have noted issues such as a confusing lack of tutorials, limited tower placements, and bugs that detract from the experience. While the game offers a casual and engaging experience with solid mechanics, it can become repetitive and may benefit from further refinement and clearer instructions.
- “The gameplay translates into a multi-hybrid of different ideas and playstyles.”
- “Onion Force offers a lot of challenging, hectic, and fun gameplay.”
- “Not only is it fun and challenging, but the game is good from both a visual and mechanical point of view.”
- “Mixing action and tower defense can work, but in this situation, the character stamina system combined with very limited tower placements results in an underwhelming gameplay loop.”
- “In addition, gameplay is very confusing, with no real tutorial or anything.”
- “Unfortunately, along with the averagely well-done game mechanics, Onion Force also suffers from the most common flaws in a mobile port.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
17%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique cartoon art style reminiscent of early 90s animations like "Cow and Chicken" and "Ren and Stimpy." However, others find the graphics underwhelming, particularly on larger screens, and some criticize the overall quality as akin to a mobile port. While the art style is seen as original and enjoyable by some, it has also been described as disorganized and lacking in redeeming qualities by others.
- “I am digging the unique graphics and the music a ton!”
- “Where the game really shines is in its art style, which is better than other tower defense games out there.”
- “It's got a Cow and Chicken/Ren and Stimpy art style, which is pretty original in this day of boring, unimaginative art styles.”
- “The level of quality reminds me of an early 90s cartoon aesthetic.”
- “The graphics are fine but they don’t scale well onto a larger screen.”
- “I couldn't think of any pros for it at all, no redeeming qualities and absolutely the worst art style possible.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its quirky and amusing quality that complements the gameplay and graphics. While the intro music stands out as a highlight, some players feel that the stage music is less impressive, describing it as typical for the genre. Overall, the soundtrack effectively enhances the game's atmosphere, despite some mixed opinions on its variety and depth.
- “The game has good music, and awesome gameplay.”
- “The art is quirky and adorable in professional quality, same with the music and sound effects.”
- “I still highly appreciate the quality of the graphics and the variety of music in Onion Force, but after beating the game I’ve found the story to be rather lacking.”
- “The music also flows really well with the game and helps to amplify the tone of each area in the game.”
- “+ the music/soundtrack is so silly, but I found it very amusing.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The story in "Onion Force" presents a universal theme about perseverance, though it is often seen as a mere backdrop for gameplay rather than a central focus. While some players appreciate the quirky dialogue and engaging plot twists, many note significant plot holes and a lack of depth in the narrative. Overall, the game's presentation is praised, but the story leaves room for improvement.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Despite my feelings towards the ending and plot holes, I still found the overall presentation to be wonderful and I still believe Onion Force is a great game that has a nice universal story with interesting plot twists that keep the player engaged.”
- “The plot rocks!”
- “The story is little more than an excuse to fight through the boss map to reach another change of scenery, but there is always a bit of quirky dialogue about the different enemies you encounter and locations you explore to keep you interested, which is definitely a plus.”
- “I still highly appreciate the quality of the graphics and the variety of music in Onion Force, but after beating the game I’ve found the story to be rather lacking.”
- “Other than the holes in the story, I really had no other problems with the presentation of Onion Force.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as well-placed and integral to the gameplay, with players finding amusement in quirky mechanics like damaging themselves by ramming into enemies. The presence of a side character, Lady D, adds to the comedic elements by providing entertaining commentary and helpful tips, enhancing the overall experience. While some expected crude humor, they were pleasantly surprised by the cleverness and charm of the game's comedic aspects.
- “It's also pretty funny that ramming your character into enemies (which damages yourself) is actually a key component of gameplay.”
- “With tons of humor and bombs, we are charging through jaw-dropping insanity, risking our lives, while our fairy boss constantly tells us some fancy nonsense.”
- “The humor is actually very well placed and comes from the side character, Lady D, who pops up at the top of the screen and also gives hints or tips about levels when needed.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “This felt tedious, and I wasn't a fan.”
- “It feels more tedious and frustrating than fun.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The game offers a notable level of replayability through the option to replay each stage on harder difficulty modes, providing a fresh challenge for players after completing the game. This feature not only extends gameplay but also enhances the overall experience with increased difficulty.
- “The harder levels are super challenging and extend the game time, providing a lot of replayability.”
- “Each stage can also be replayed in harder modes, so if you want to complete the earlier levels again with a little more difficulty, you're able to, adding a small amount of replayability after you've completed the game once.”
- “The harder levels are super challenging and extend the game time, with a lot of replayability.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is considered somewhat enjoyable, but it suffers from numerous bugs that affect its overall stability.
- “It's somewhat fun, although rather buggy.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is described as immersive and engaging, effectively drawing players into its world.