Strategy & Tactics: Wargame Collection
- April 22, 2016
- HeroLabs
- 104h median play time
Get on Steam"Strategy & Tactics: Wargame Collection" is a turn-based strategy game that includes three historical campaigns set in medieval times and World War II. Players can command armies in epic battles, take control of countries, and engage in single-player and hotseat multiplayer modes. The game features campaigns for the Axis, USSR, and Allies, as well as dozens of skirmish mode maps and seven historical scenario-based maps.
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and casual strategy experience, reminiscent of classic board games like Risk.
- It features a sandbox mode that allows for creative gameplay and strategic maneuvering.
- The game is easy to learn, making it accessible for beginners in the strategy genre.
- The user interface is clunky and difficult to navigate, making gameplay frustrating at times.
- There are significant issues with game stability, including frequent crashes and bugs.
- The game lacks depth and complexity, which may disappoint players looking for a more intricate strategy experience.
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered acceptable, with engaging dialogues and appealing cutscene art that enhance the experience. While players appreciate the strategic elements and the ability to research military enhancements, some express frustration with specific missions and a desire for more multiplayer content. Overall, the narrative is complemented by tactical gameplay, though clarity on battle outcomes remains a concern for some players.
“The cut scenes and dialogue between officers are very interesting, and their campaigns are engaging. All it's missing is more 2+ player maps and single-player missions. I would like to see a bigger focus on the Pacific, but other than that, this game is great.”
“Players can even spend time between missions researching scientific military enhancements.”
“The story is okay, but I really liked the dialogues and the nice art style for the cut scenes.”
“I thought it was a game with good tactics and strategy, but no, I don't understand the battle's result (random? What's the force of each unit?). More than that, the first mission as Crusaders is to take Jerusalem in 18 turns or it's defeat.”
“Not a bad set of games. I keep getting stuck on a WWII mission and kinda gave up on the game after that, but I have enough gameplay that was worth the sale price. If you buy it, buy on sale and enjoy; it's a simple style game with battle production and turn-based mechanics.”
“The cutscenes and dialogue between officers are very interesting, as are their campaigns. All it's missing is more 2+ player maps and single-player missions. I would like to see a bigger focus on the Pacific, but other than that, this game is great.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely regarded as outdated and mediocre, with many reviewers noting a lack of polish and depth. While some appreciate the art style in cut scenes, the general consensus is that the visuals do not enhance the gameplay experience, which is primarily focused on strategy and tactics. Additionally, the sound design has been criticized for being repetitive and uninspired.
“The story is okay, but I liked the dialogues and the nice art style for the cut scenes.”
“Decent graphics and what looks like lots of replayability is how this looks on the surface.”
“Now being blunt, it does not have spectacular graphics.”
“The graphics are very outdated.”
“Decent graphics and what looks like lots of replayability is how this looks on the surface, but then after sinking some time into it, you realize it was just poorly conceived and probably just optimized for playing on mobile phones.”
“First things; graphics and sound are very dated.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack while others find it repetitive and of poor quality. Many users noted that the limited number of tracks can become grating over time, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, while the music has its fans, it is often criticized for its lack of variety and quality.
“The game has a fantastic soundtrack that really enhances the overall experience.”
“The music is great and adds a lot to the atmosphere of the game.”
“The soundtrack is a standout feature, making the game enjoyable even if other aspects are lacking.”
“There is 1 song soundtrack that will drive you crazy after several hours.”
“The music and guns are really loud and poor quality; I was forced to turn it down.”
“Now being blunt, it does not have spectacular graphics, the soundtrack is mediocre and repeats a lot, and initial impressions on the gameplay seemed as simple as checkers.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it easy to grasp within a short time, especially for those new to strategy games. While it offers a large map and various missions, it lacks a robust alliance system and relies heavily on encirclement mechanics for combat, which may not satisfy players seeking the depth found in more complex titles like Hearts of Iron or Victoria. Overall, it provides a free-form experience that allows for continuous conquest, appealing to those who prefer less structured gameplay.
“As far as strategy games go, it's simple compared to other games like it, and the mechanics become second nature within half an hour to an hour.”
“No turns limitation, huge map with zoom in/out, lots of units and yet there are specific missions you can accomplish although you can continue conquering other countries in free mode after that. The whole gameplay feels like free mode anyways, which is good.”
“Combat works almost solely through encirclement mechanics, allowing for strategic depth. You can encircle enemy units like in chess, making it possible to eliminate them regardless of your own unit's strength.”
“If you really like the complicated and in-depth mechanics that you find in games like Hearts of Iron and Victoria 2, though, stay away from this game on PC.”
“Great game, kind of like a cheap version of HOI3/4 but with its own mechanics. The only negative is the lack of an alliance system for the player.”
“Combat works almost solely through encirclement mechanics, and you can only get rid of units surrounding the enemy like in chess. It does not matter if you have a perimeter made of one single half-dead soldier on each province; it is enough to encircle a perfectly fresh, fully equipped enemy unit and make it instantly disappear from the map. They will not be able to push that sad single unit in order to retreat, which is forbidden or something!”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game collection includes ads and in-app purchases typical of mobile games, which may detract from the overall experience for some players.
“In fact, I found one of the games in this collection as a mobile game for my phone first (the WW2 sandbox one) and it was pretty fun, but had all the ads and in-app purchases that you see with mobile games.”
“I immediately checked to see if it had in-game purchases.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability; while some have encountered start screen freezes, others note that the game has been completely stable with no crashes or glitches.
“The start screen freezes frequently, making it impossible to get into the game.”
“Despite my hopes, the game has been plagued by stability issues, including random crashes.”
“I experienced multiple glitches that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users found the emotional aspect lacking due to poor implementation of scenarios and campaigns, leading to a sense of unfulfillment and detachment from the game experience.
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game initially appears to offer significant replayability due to its decent graphics, players ultimately find it lacking in depth and poorly designed, suggesting that the experience may not hold up over time, especially on mobile platforms.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Many users criticize the grinding aspect of the game, likening it to ported mobile titles that employ a frustratingly attrition-based system. This design seems aimed at exhausting players' patience, ultimately encouraging them to spend real money on in-game purchases.
“They play like ported mobile games with an extremely grindy attrition-based system, ideally designed to wear down your patience and make you want to buy purchase points for real money.”
