Sea War: Raid

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Sea War: Raid is a single player strategy game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Uboat is a war strategy game set in the late modern period, featuring an intriguing story and high-quality graphics. Players take command of a German U-boat during World War II, managing crew, equipment, and resources. However, the game can be quite grindy and contains a high level of advertisement.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,684 reviews

story11 positive mentions

monetization38 negative mentions

The game starts off as a fun submarine experience with great graphics.
There are many engaging elements and activities to keep players entertained.
The game offers a decent amount of free resources and speed-ups for non-paying players.

The game is misleadingly advertised as a submarine shooter but quickly turns into a base-building and resource management game.
Customer service is poor, with issues regarding refunds and support responses taking too long.
The game frequently crashes and has loading issues, making it frustrating to play.

story
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
69%
7%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its historical plausibility and character development, while others criticize it for being overly complex and diverging from the submarine combat focus. Many users express frustration with the filler missions and the transition to a base-building mechanic, feeling it detracts from the core gameplay. Overall, the narrative is seen as a distraction, with some players enjoying it and others wishing for a more streamlined experience centered on submarine warfare.
- “I just love this game, the graphics are cool , and the storyline is historically plausible, which I like.”
- “I like the story line and the characters.”
- “Excellent game with a complex plot and great graphics.”
- “The game is called 'Sea War' yet you spend more time going through a story and battles on land or in the officers' lounge than in a submarine shooting torpedoes.”
- “Completely false advertising; you play in a U-boat for 3 extremely short missions, then it turns into a completely different story-based tank warfare game.”
- “Shooting things in the submarine is fun; unfortunately, it's ruined by a bad story with bad voice acting wrapped up in the typical city resource-building game that are a dime a dozen.”
monetization
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
5%
86%
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism for its misleading advertising and excessive ad presence. Many users report that the game does not match the promotional content, describing the ads as deceptive and predatory, while also expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads. However, some players appreciate that the game can be enjoyed without spending money or encountering ads, highlighting a mixed experience regarding monetization.
- “It's an awesome game, no ads, and you don't have to drop tons of cash to advance (so far at level 9).”
- “No ads!”
- “Good and no ads, keep it up!”
- “This is false and predatory advertising.”
- “The ads and promotional shots are misleading; you think you're installing a game where you just destroy boats, but it's just another strategy pay-to-win game.”
- “Ads are horrifically misleading; the game is just a generic base builder where you click and wait to be abused by people spending thousands.”
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
19%
7%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as "awesome" and "great," highlighting the appealing art styles and visual quality. However, some users express disappointment, citing issues like chaotic navigation and poor graphics in certain contexts, leading to a polarized perception of the game's visual appeal. Overall, while many appreciate the graphics, there are notable criticisms that detract from the experience for some players.
- “Great game and fantastic graphics.”
- “Spectacular graphics, gameplay, unit interaction.”
- “Excellent game with a complex plot and great graphics.”
- “Within the first 5 minutes I deleted it; the graphics were rubbish and I just knew it wasn't worth the download.”
- “Worst game ever; play lousy graphics, gameplay very very poor.”
- “Quite troublesome to see the graphics.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its mechanics while others criticize it for being deceptive and overly simplistic. Many users express frustration with gacha mechanics and constant monetization pressures, alongside complaints about clunky romance elements and poor graphics. Overall, while some find the gameplay enjoyable, others feel it falls short of expectations set by advertisements.
- “I'm a complete novice at the moment, but I am slowly getting a bit more of a feel for this style of gameplay.”
- “Response to developer's comment: it goes far beyond similar game mechanics.”
- “Good graphics and gameplay.”
- “The pictures in your advertisement show more than what the game really is capable of; it's kind of deceptive with easy gameplay but not much to do. They say you can subscribe and get more content, but I'm not interested.”
- “Gacha mechanics, constant in-game push notifications, and attempts to either spend 24/7 playing it (waiting on it) or spend a ton of money to speed things along.”
- “Worst game ever; lousy graphics and very poor gameplay.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game heavily emphasizes grinding, transforming from an initial focus on u-boat mechanics to a tedious farming experience centered around leveling up tanks and completing a lackluster love story campaign. Players find the grinding aspect repetitive and frustrating, often feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Now it's a farming game where you build a land base and level up tanks and explore regions, spending time on a pointless love story campaign.”
- “It's a fun, but tedious game.”
- “Game changes from u-boat to farming!!!”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezing issues after a couple of missions, and problems with loading, often resulting in the game closing unexpectedly. Many players advise against purchasing the game due to these persistent technical issues.
- “The game freezes after 2 missions and you can't go any further.”
- “I don't mean it freezes; it just closes itself down. When I try to open it again, it loads between 27% and 40% and then closes itself down again.”
- “Don't get this game; most of the time it won't load, and when it does, it glitches and boots you out of where you were, then asks if you want to switch accounts when you only have one.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and entertaining, with many highlighting its amusing elements and funny features. Overall, the comedic aspects are well-received and contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “What a funny little filter that is for the reviews.”
- “Pretty funny, I like it! ”
- “The commercial app is so funny!”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been noted for its repetitive nature, with some users expressing that it lacks variety and can feel monotonous over time. Overall, while the soundtrack may fit the game's aesthetic, it doesn't leave a lasting impression or enhance the gaming experience significantly.
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “I was expecting a diverse soundtrack, but it all sounds the same.”
- “The background music is so forgettable that I barely notice it.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its authentic World War II setting, effectively immersing players in the historical context and enhancing the overall experience.
- “I absolutely love the World War II atmosphere; it really immerses you in the historical context.”
- “The game's atmosphere perfectly captures the tension and drama of the era.”
- “Every detail contributes to an incredibly authentic and engaging atmosphere.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game's optimization is lacking, with users expressing frustration over a poorly executed performance that detracts from the overall experience.