Cry of War

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Cry of War is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game. It was developed by WindyVerse and was released on February 28, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Cry of War" is a tactical first forty eight hours-style game where players command a group of soldiers in World War II. The game features a complex armor and infantry warfare system, allowing for strategic planning and varied approaches to battles. With a focus on realism, "Cry of War" offers a challenging and immersive experience for fans of tactical shooters.

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graphics79 positive mentions

optimization5 negative mentions

Highly detailed graphics and gameplay, making it one of the best mobile tank games.
No pay-to-win mechanics; players can access a wide variety of tanks without grinding.
The modding community keeps the game fresh with new content and features.

Frequent crashes and lag issues, especially on lower-end devices.
Some tanks and features have been removed in recent updates, leading to player dissatisfaction.
The controls for aircraft are difficult to manage, making aerial combat frustrating.

graphics
152 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback from users, with many praising the detailed visuals and realistic tank designs, especially for a mobile game. However, several players express concerns about performance issues, such as low frame rates and graphical glitches, particularly on lower-end devices. Overall, while the graphics are generally appreciated, there is a strong desire for further improvements and optimizations to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are incredible, keep up the good work!”
- “Great game, amazing graphics for a mobile game.”
- “I love it! The graphics are awesome and the gameplay is great.”
- “One such thing you need to improve is the graphics, they're kinda basic compared to games like WOT Blitz.”
- “The only problem I have with this game is the graphics. Please, when you have the next update, fix the graphics and make them better. Then this game will be amazing.”
- “Honestly, the most difficult game to play; the armor is totally inaccurate and so is the pen indicator. Also, the graphics suck and it's just a ripoff of War Thunder.”
gameplay
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
41%
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The gameplay is generally praised for its detailed mechanics, variety of tanks, and enjoyable fast-paced action, making it a fun experience for players. However, some users express concerns about the game's realism, lag issues, and repetitive modes, suggesting that it could benefit from more diverse gameplay options and optimizations for lower-end devices. Overall, while many appreciate the graphics and tank variety, there are calls for improvements in mechanics and performance to enhance the overall experience.
- “I enjoy the fast gameplay and variety of tanks.”
- “Absolutely wonderful game love the graphics, gameplay, and everything about the game.”
- “The gameplay was so much more fun and the replayability was unlimited, and I don't need to have a headache trying to penetrate unlike War Thunder.”
- “Unrealistic game that tries to copy War Thunder. In this game, ERA can stop APFSDS; a point-blank 125mm APFSDS can't penetrate a T-55 lower glacis. HEAT-FS performs 'better' in penetration compared to APFSDS. Don't get this game if you're looking for an offline alternative to War Thunder mobile unless you want an arcade-style mechanic where ERA somehow stops APFSDS.”
- “Lackluster when it comes to gameplay. I played for weeks and had fun with lots of playable tanks, but now I'm bored. HP mode gameplay is straightforward shooting tanks, and there's just nothing else left to play if it's just HP-based. Other modes are good but pretty boring after trying a few times. There is a lot of potential if this had a realistic mode like War Thunder.”
- “Gameplay rivals all tank games on Android, but with each update, the game removes iconic tanks and replaces old models with inferior ones.”
optimization
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received significant criticism, particularly for lower-end devices, with many users experiencing severe FPS drops, crashes, and lag during gameplay. While the overall experience is praised, the need for better optimization is a common theme, as players report that performance issues hinder their enjoyment and accessibility. Improvements in this area could elevate the game to its full potential, especially for those using less powerful hardware.
- “I hope it has that functional machine gun secondary and also a performance fix for lower devices; overall, the gameplay was fun and awesome.”
- “One of the best shooting games I ever played; I really love playing this game, but I hope it gets more optimized for low-end devices.”
- “Devs keep making this game more suitable, especially for low-performance devices.”
- “But the problem is that it requires a lot of optimization and sometimes the FPS drops to 1.”
- “Needs more optimization for low-end devices; when I play the game, my phone screen glitches, crashes the game, and my phone restarts by itself. I really hope this optimization issue gets fixed ASAP, since I really liked the gist of the game.”
- “Love the game, but it definitely needs better optimization. Lag can get pretty bad, and battery consumption is also huge.”
monetization
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and microtransactions, which sets it apart from similar titles. However, some users report frustrations with the frequency and length of ads, suggesting that while they are not overly disruptive, they can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is praised for being free of paywalls and in-game purchases, although some players express a desire for more customization options and improvements to the ad experience.
- “The game is definitely worth five stars; it is made by one person only in their free time. There is no DLC or microtransactions to my knowledge, and there are a lot of mods—almost as many as World of Tanks. I've been following this game since late 2014 and I've loved it ever since.”
- “Has everything one could want and no in-game purchases.”
- “This game is nice, but could you guys make the tank buyable without in-app purchases or USD?”
- “In-game purchases are too expensive and don't work, but I love this game.”
- “The ads are brutal sometimes it's 20 seconds of gameplay followed by 45 seconds of annoying game ads.”
- “It's fun but the amount of bugs and ads are hell.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and crashes, particularly after the latest update. Players have experienced issues with specific tanks causing screen glitches and lag, and there are calls for better optimization, especially for low-end devices. Overall, while the game shows great potential, its current stability issues detract from the experience, leading to frustration and loss of progress.
- “Very amazing game, I love everything about this game, but the only reason I give it 4 stars is because if I play for too long it just freezes and I have to restart the game and lose progress. Plus, some things are not in English, so it's hard to know what's happening sometimes. I hope you can fix this soon.”
- “However, since the latest update, the game freezes randomly which is really annoying. Please fix this!”
- “Needs more optimization for low-end devices. When I play the game, my phone screen glitches, then crashes the game and my phone restarts by itself. I really hope this optimization issue gets fixed ASAP, since I really liked the gist of the game and find it really interesting; unfortunately, I cannot play.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, particularly for its connection to the anime "Girls und Panzer," featuring beloved tracks and commander voices that enhance the experience. Players express a desire for more customization options, such as the ability to select songs for the main menu and battles, with specific requests for classic military tunes and anime tracks. Overall, while the existing music is well-received, there is a strong demand for additional features to personalize the soundtrack.
- “Awesome game, would be perfect if only I can choose/change music in the lobby.”
- “Fun fact: this game is inspired by the anime 'Girls und Panzer,' where most of the music from this game features the anime's music, commander voices, and tanks.”
- “Very cool though I think the British Grenadiers music in the lobby should return because without it, it just feels weird.”
- “Fun facts, this game is inspired by the anime 'Girls und Panzer' where most of the music from this game features the anime's music, commander voices, and tanks.”
- “I'm gonna rate it 5 stars if you can create a music file where you can store some songs that play on the main menu and in battle, also put some background music like Panzerlied, Erika, Yuuki no Shii-gun, Llevan Polka, British Grenadiers, Katushya, Johnny Comes Home, and also GUP (Girls und Panzer) songs. Everything is almost perfect!”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for more realistic features, such as smarter AI and structured missions that resemble historical campaigns. While the game offers a diverse selection of vehicles, players feel that the absence of a compelling narrative and cinematic elements detracts from the overall experience. Enhancements like immersive missions and a more engaging storyline could significantly elevate the game's appeal.
- “ but if you guys add cinematic graphics and a story I hope this game will look more stunning.”
- “I like this game but please make the AI not detect players while hiding and please add soldiers so I can destroy enemy tanks. I want a duel like one country vs. another so I can feel like it's a real battle, and add missions like the War of Barbarossa, Berlin, and others.”
- “However, the game would be better with more realistic features like smarter enemy AI, improved damage physics, and real missions (like campaigns or daily challenges).”
- “I like this game, but please make the AI not detect players while hiding, and add bushes to the tank so I can troll my friend. Also, please add soldiers so I can destroy enemy tanks, and include duels like one country vs. another to feel like a real battle. Additionally, add missions like the War of Barbarossa, Berlin, and others.”
- “ but if you guys add cinematic graphics and a story, I hope this game will look more stunning.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the lack of grinding in the game, highlighting that it allows for a more enjoyable experience without the need to invest excessive time to unlock decent tanks. The absence of pay-to-win mechanics further enhances its appeal, making it a favorable alternative to other games that require extensive grinding. Overall, the game is well-received, despite some performance issues on low-end devices.
- “This is what a tank lover wants: no grinding, no pay-to-win, just free.”
- “No more grinding for hours just to get to a decent tank.”
- “You don't have to grind all the way to the highest tier, since grinding is time-consuming and painful.”
- “This will be my War Thunder mobile alternative when I finish grinding the battle pass.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, highlighting its amusing elements and quirky features, such as the absence of infantry soldiers despite their control options. Overall, the game is perceived as fun and entertaining, contributing to a positive gaming experience.
- “This game is not bad; it's super cool and funny! I believe this game is amazing! I can destroy my enemies' tanks, and it's so cool. Thank you for this game!”
- “It's a good game, not gonna lie, but it's funny that you put the soldier control in settings even though there are no soldiers.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game's replayability to be exceptional, noting that the enjoyable gameplay encourages multiple playthroughs without the frustration often associated with similar titles.
- “The gameplay was so much more fun, and the replayability was unlimited. I don't have to deal with the headaches of trying to pen like in War Thunder.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is criticized for being dull, with a map that fails to evoke an engaging or enjoyable court environment.
- “The map in this game looks boring and doesn't create a fun court atmosphere.”