Spartans Vs Zombies Defense

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Spartans Vs Zombies Defense is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Lei and was released on January 6, 2015. It received negative reviews from players.

In this tug-of-war, casual defense game， you play Leonidas who is the hero-king of Sparta, against hordes of attacking zombies in Thermopylae. Recruit allies and build defenses to stop them!

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37%

Audience ScoreBased on 411 reviews

story5 positive mentions

graphics20 negative mentions

Nostalgic experience for players who enjoyed it in their childhood.
Simple and addictive gameplay that can be fun for casual players.
Free to play, allowing players to try it without financial commitment.

Poor graphics and sound quality, reminiscent of outdated mobile games.
Repetitive gameplay with little variation, leading to boredom.
Heavy reliance on microtransactions, making it feel like a pay-to-win game.

graphics
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
52%
38%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized, with many reviewers describing them as poor, bland, and reminiscent of outdated titles. Several comments highlight the use of stolen assets from other games and films, leading to a lack of originality and quality. While a few users noted decent art or graphics, the overwhelming consensus is that the visuals are subpar and detract from the overall experience.
- “Amazing graphics, incredible story, huge and beautiful map.”
- “Very good game - has great graphics, gameplay, and level up system.”
- “The graphics were so stunning it cured my persistent cough I've had all winter.”
- “The graphics look like rehashed artwork from the mobile game Army of Darkness Defense, which clearly looks to be developed by the same company Backflip Studios, yet the developer on Steam is listed as YFC Studios.”
- “While I did say that this game had bad graphics, that can't even begin to describe just how bad they are.”
- “Graphically, this game is horrendous; I do not like the art style and it is very bland and plain-out ugly.”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
58%
31%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing its repetitiveness, poor controls, and lack of originality, often describing it as tedious and uninspired. Some users found it challenging and skill-based, appreciating its potential for fun despite its flaws, while others noted significant issues with graphics and mechanics, particularly in its mobile-to-PC port. Overall, the gameplay experience varies widely, with some players enjoying its simplicity and others finding it frustrating and lacking depth.
- “Download if you want hours of good gameplay.”
- “The gameplay provides deep strategic elements, multiple ways to complete the fun varied levels, and great movie-like voice acting.”
- “The gameplay was solid and engaging and left me wanting more.”
- “The gameplay is like having a stroke and nothing is explained about the controls or what anything does.”
- “While this game is obviously illegally infringing on copyright, has a horrible UI, no options to speak of, simple and repetitive gameplay, god awful controls, poor graphics, laughable English, annoying sound, and ridiculous in-game purchases, I found it to be very helpful at removing a few minutes from your life for no reason whatsoever.”
- “The animations are just horrendous to even watch and the gameplay is as repetitive as ever; there's a cool and hard endless mode after you beat the 'campaign' which consists of 60 levels defending your gates.”
monetization
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
79%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many reviewers criticizing the heavy reliance on microtransactions that border on pay-to-win mechanics. Players feel that the in-game purchases are unnecessary and detract from the overall experience, often forcing them to either spend money or endure frustrating gameplay. Additionally, the game's perceived copyright infringements and poor quality further exacerbate the dissatisfaction with its monetization strategy.
- “Microtransactions aren't really necessary.”
- “First off, this is the best game ever, it has graphics and audio of AAA titles; secondly, if you run out of coins, you can buff yourself up with microtransactions. Neat concept, right?”
- “Granted, I never use real-world cash for in-game purchases (I hate playing like that), but seeing how easy it is to purchase most of the in-game items with the coins you collect in-game, maybe the devs should remove the option to buy coins for real money and instead offer cosmetic items that require actual dollars.”
- “Do mind that the difficulty spikes up to a point that either requires you to pay up some cash in microtransactions, or simply suffer through the game in order to get through the couple hardest levels in the game.”
- “A boring, repetitive cash grab that's replete with pilfered assets and attempts to force you to pay to win.”
- “Many microtransactions are placed inside this game, which never makes a game enjoyable, but a way for a developer to gain more money from the player.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
61%
28%
The music in the game has been widely criticized for being unoriginal and of poor quality, with many users noting that it consists of tracks and sound effects taken directly from the movie "300," raising serious copyright concerns. The options for controlling the music and sound are extremely limited, allowing only for toggling on or off, which has frustrated players who seek more customization. Overall, the soundtrack is viewed as a significant drawback, contributing to an overall negative impression of the game's audio experience.
- “Besides the look of Leonidas from the movie 300, you can also hear music along with some sound effects right from the movie.”
- “You can toggle sound and music and that's it.”
- “The music is unoriginal, the animations are rigid as a Newgrounds flash game, and the sounds are annoying, especially when you summon your armies!”
- “The options menu just consists of sound and music, and both are only possible to toggle on and off.”
- “First of all, the graphics are not very charming and the sound effects and soundtrack are horrible, especially the quality.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
50%
19%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some praising it as "amazing" and humorous, while others criticize it for being minimal or non-existent, with claims of laziness in storytelling. Many users note the lack of substantial cutscenes and narrative depth, suggesting that the game relies more on gameplay than a coherent story. Overall, the story aspect appears to be a significant point of contention, with opinions ranging from highly positive to outright dismissive.
- “Amazing graphics, incredible story, huge and beautiful map.”
- “The story is amazing 10/10.”
- “Spartans vs zombies defense is quite possibly one of the best tower defense games I've played in a long while, featuring stunning, high-quality audio, breathtaking animation, a humorous story, and even steam achievements(!), it's a real shock that this game is going for free!”
- “It's clearly meant for mobile devices, it rips off another game in which you play as a better character (Ash from Evil Dead), it has no story, it's repetitive, and it has decent artwork.”
- “No story or cutscenes (other than the lame 5 second one at the start).”
- “The devs were so lazy, they couldn't think of a simple storyline for the game!”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it genuinely funny and enjoyable, others feel it falls flat and is reminiscent of outdated humor from the 90s. Despite this, many appreciate the comedic elements woven into the gameplay, with some highlighting specific moments that enhance the overall experience. Overall, the humor seems to resonate well with those who enjoy a lighthearted approach, even if it doesn't appeal to everyone.
- “I enjoyed it out of humor and not the content.”
- “Humor 11/10”
- “Leonidas actually learned magic, very useful, very powerful, very funny.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, often requiring significant time investment or real money for progression. Many reviews highlight that reaching higher waves becomes nearly impossible without grinding or purchasing in-game currency, leading to a repetitive experience that detracts from overall enjoyment. While some players still find moments of fun, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game is designed to push microtransactions, making grinding feel mandatory.
- “Repetitive, touch-based controls, too long, an incoherent title (there is only one Spartan and no zombies), awful grinding, copied from another game, maybe indictable and, in the end, microtransactions near the pay-to-win level.”
- “The game is clearly intended for microtransactions, and yet on the Steam version, you can microtransaction to buy a lot of those coins instead of farming them to upgrade your soldiers, Leonidas, and buy items which help a lot, like the fiery boulder of death or power buff. Sadly, the item to make all your soldiers hold a point doesn't come until very late into the game.”
- “It begins to become horribly tedious to beat wave 10 without them, and I imagine that it would take months of straight, active gameplay to get to wave 60 without them.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and a lack of polish, leading to a frustrating experience. Many reviewers express strong dissatisfaction, suggesting that the game feels like a poorly executed copy of another title and is ultimately unenjoyable.
- “Never download or buy anything related to this buggy mess of a game.”
- “Pretty buggy and boring.”
- “I could make a buggy mess of a game using images I made in MS Paint, and I'd have more fun playing it.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere of the game has been rated poorly, with users expressing significant dissatisfaction, indicating a lack of immersive or engaging elements that detract from the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere feels completely lifeless and uninspired.”
- “There's a distinct lack of immersion; the world feels empty and uninviting.”
- “The game's atmosphere fails to engage, leaving players feeling disconnected from the experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is largely overshadowed by its simplistic mechanics and lack of depth, leading to frustration rather than engagement. Players express disappointment in the game's execution, feeling that it fails to capture the emotional weight of its source material. Overall, the experience is described as lacking the emotional resonance expected from a game based on such a significant character.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization for the PC version has been criticized for lacking any significant updates, including unaddressed text issues and non-functional in-app purchases, indicating a general neglect in improving the game's performance and user experience.
- “They didn't bother to change the text, remove in-app purchases (which, by the way, don't work at all), or do any type of optimization for the PC version.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players highlight the game's infinite replay value, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs without losing its appeal.
- “The game offers infinite replay value, keeping me engaged for hours.”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the diverse choices and outcomes.”
- “I love how each run can be completely different, making me want to come back for more.”