Risk of War - Wartime Glory | Game Brain

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"Wartime Glory" is a strategy board game that combines classic war games like Risk with special cards for added strategy and tactics. As a General, battle players worldwide in online multiplayer mode or offline against AI to unlock advanced weapons and abilities. Relive great battles of World War 2, plan attacks, deploy defenses and use special powers to achieve world domination and climb to the rank of four-star General.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,184 reviews

graphics14 positive mentions

monetization82 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging strategy experience similar to Risk, with unique twists and card mechanics.
Minimal ads and no pay-to-win mechanics make it accessible for all players.
The developers are responsive to player feedback and have made improvements based on community suggestions.

Recent updates have introduced significant bugs, including freezing and connection issues, making the game unplayable for many users.
The matchmaking system is unbalanced, often pairing players with significantly stronger opponents, leading to frustrating gameplay.
The game has been criticized for its reliance on ads and the introduction of a game-mode rotation that limits player choice.

monetization
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
4%
92%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, often feeling overwhelmed by them after each match. While some appreciate the option to pay for a VIP experience to reduce ads and gain additional benefits, others criticize the game for being overly reliant on ads and microtransactions, labeling it a cash grab. Overall, players find the game enjoyable but are divided on the balance between free play and monetization tactics.
- “If you pay for VIP for no ads and extra benefits, then it's one of the cheapest packages I've seen; great value for money.”
- “I loved this app and paid for the DLC and no ads.”
- “In-app purchases are for extra maps only, so if you don't want to invest money, the included world map should suffice.”
- “The biggest problem is the same 30-second long ads to get any reward.”
- “Pay or free, you're getting screwed by either cheating bots or excessive 1+ minute ads.”
- “The ads ruin the experience; greedy developers.”
graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
57%
10%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the polished art style and updates, while others criticize the recent changes for being overly dramatic and cartoonish, detracting from gameplay. Many users express a desire for simpler, more functional graphics, as the new updates have introduced lag and reduced clarity. Overall, while some find the graphics appealing, a significant portion of the player base feels they need improvement to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Graphics look really polished.”
- “Best strategy game ever, amazing graphics, amazing music, amazing updates.”
- “Just like Risk but better, the new graphics look amazing.”
- “Edit: the version 5.7 update is much better and the gameplay structure is closer to what I really enjoyed about the previous version, however I still find the extra graphics, pop-ups, and skin/design to be almost obnoxiously dramatic.”
- “The new update voided the expansion by changing the gameplay and graphics.”
- “They took a good game and destroyed it with graphics; it looks like it's made for kindergarteners. The speed of play is a lot slower now, I will be uninstalling this game.”
gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
7%
Overall, the gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics and engaging card strategies, reminiscent of classic risk games, though some players express frustration with bugs, balance issues, and the reliance on microtransactions. Recent updates have improved certain aspects, but they also introduced new problems like lag and unfair mechanics, leading to mixed feelings about long-term enjoyment. While many find the gameplay enjoyable and easy to understand, others are deterred by the time commitment required and the impact of ads and energy systems on the experience.
- “Awesome game with smooth mechanics.”
- “Very similar to Risk but a lot more dynamic and customization in how you play, very cool maps and really solid gameplay.”
- “Interesting gameplay use of the cards, makes for a fun fast game.”
- “They changed the name 4 times in the last 6 months but can't address the gameplay.”
- “Good game but, Christ, the gameplay can get annoying with the bugs. You'll go to attack someone, throw 10 troops at an army of 8 and lose, or get attacked by 10 on your 10 and they wipe you out, only losing 2 units even though you're defending.”
- “The new update causes gameplay to eventually lag and have card updates stay on screen, impairing the view of the battlefield.”
stability
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that render it nearly unplayable. Many players express frustration over the game's performance, particularly after recent updates, which have exacerbated these issues. While some acknowledge the game's potential, the overwhelming consensus is that significant improvements are needed to address the stability problems.
- “These guys took a stable, simple, fun game and transformed it into a buggy mess.”
- “Way too many glitches for my liking; otherwise, it could be an amazing game.”
- “It was a good game, but after the update, it freezes often and then you lose 4 points every time. Stupid... not worth playing.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
Players express a desire for a more developed story or campaign mode, feeling that the current mission structure is limiting and overly reliant on online play. While the strategic gameplay is appreciated, many reviewers believe that the game would benefit from a more engaging narrative and quicker mission progression to enhance the overall experience.
- “I am okay with an online feature, but I would rather it be more like a story mode or levels to complete.”
- “If you love to play games that require you to use your brain and test your ability to move around the board strategically without leaving yourself vulnerable for attack elsewhere, and to strategize your army's war plan to conquer the world or complete your mission objectives to win.”
- “Nice game, only issue is I have a mission to play against AI, but the only option is battle which is online; apart from that, it is quite good.”
- “I don't want to go through missions.”
- “I am okay with an online feature but I would rather it be more like a story mode or levels to complete.”
- “Would be 5 stars if you didn't have to wait 24 hours between each new mission when you only get 2.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and integration, contributing to an immersive experience, though some users have noted issues with low volume and occasional crashes after a short duration of play. Overall, it is considered a strong aspect of the game, enhancing its appeal alongside impressive graphics and regular updates.
- “Best strategy game ever! Amazing graphics, amazing music, amazing updates.”
- “Just the music works continuously.”
- “The music plays continuously, but it's not engaging.”
- “The music is too low in volume, why is that?”
- “After a few seconds of music, the app crashes.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as inconsistent; while some players find it exciting and very funny, others feel it lacks comedic elements and is more challenging than amusing. Overall, opinions on the game's humor vary significantly among users.
- “Exciting, unpredictable, and very funny”
- “Super & funny”
- “Funny addictive”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is marked by frustration and confusion, with users expressing dislike for certain mechanics, such as the repetitive action of pointing, and criticizing the updated features as illogical or poorly conceived. This suggests a disconnect between player expectations and the game's design choices, leading to negative emotional responses.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, although some report not encountering any bugs during their experience.
- “It's just tedious.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users highlight the game’s great replay value, indicating that it offers engaging content and experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Great replay value.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of the game is criticized for poor online application performance, leading to a frustrating user experience.
- “The online application performance is really bad.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues.”
- “I frequently experience lag and frame drops during gameplay.”