Supremacy 1914 - WW1 Strategy
Supremacy 1914 - WW1 Strategy is a multiplayer-focused war game with good mechanics and pretty visuals, where you can compete against millions of players in historic WWI matches. However, watch out for bugs and intrusive ads that may disrupt your gaming experience. The game encourages you to take risks and strategize to emerge victorious in this WWI simulation.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and engaging strategy experience, reminiscent of classic board games like Risk.
- The community is generally friendly and supportive, making it enjoyable to interact with other players.
- The game allows for a mix of diplomacy, resource management, and military tactics, providing depth to gameplay.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free players to compete against those who spend money.
- Gameplay can be painfully slow, with long wait times for troop movements and building constructions.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as troops disappearing or not being able to see enemy unit counts.
- gameplay149 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a mix of solid mechanics and strategic depth, but it is often criticized for being excessively slow and requiring significant patience. While some players appreciate the addictive nature and complexity of the mechanics, many express frustration over the long wait times and the impact of pay-to-win elements, which can hinder the overall experience. Additionally, there are calls for improved tutorials and user interfaces to better assist new players in navigating the game's systems.
“Great classic, with simple and well-balanced mechanics.”
“Incredible experience, the gameplay is amazing; the wars are easy to learn and you quickly learn how to play.”
“Excellent strategic gameplay.”
“The gameplay is so slow there basically isn't any gameplay.”
“Gameplay is slower than grass growing; it's unbearable.”
“Pay to win mechanics ruin the whole thing.”
- monetization132 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players labeling it as "pay to win" due to the significant advantages gained through in-app purchases and the necessity of watching ads to earn in-game currency. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards without being bombarded by them, others criticize the frequent glitches and unreliability of ad rewards, leading to frustration. Overall, the game offers a balance of optional ads and microtransactions, but many players feel that the monetization practices detract from the overall experience.
“Great strategy game overall, especially one that's free not including in-game purchases.”
“It's a great game, it's kind of pay-to-win but can't really complain about it since it's free and has no ads.”
“Great strategy game that doesn't bombard you with ads or microtransactions.”
“It's pay to win, but apart from that, you can watch videos to earn very few gold. However, half the time they do not give the reward to you.”
“Without in-game purchases, the game seems unplayable after a few days.”
“A cash grab at every turn; the waiting times are ridiculous.”
- graphics73 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews from users. While some players appreciate the visuals and find them appealing, many others criticize the graphics quality, noting issues such as lag, choppy performance, and the need for improvements. Users express a desire for better optimization and enhancements to the graphical elements to enhance the overall gaming experience.
“The graphics are really good and the controls just need a bit of time to get used to.”
“Fantastic!!!... 'Supremacy 1914'... really fun experience in playing a (mobile/computer) game ...great graphics, user-friendly game, and gives us a great opportunity to communicate and interact with other gamers internationally.”
“The graphics and gameplay are top notch.”
“Yes, I like the mechanics of the game, but the graphics quality is poor.”
“The new graphics are terrible, and you can't play on large maps without freezing every 5 seconds.”
“Horrible game, poor graphic quality, and can't even press buttons 90% of the time. Don't waste your time.”
- stability64 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, lag, and crashes that hinder gameplay. While some players appreciate the concept and community, the overwhelming consensus is that the game is plagued by bugs, making it frustrating and often unplayable, particularly on mobile devices. Overall, the game requires substantial improvements to achieve a stable and enjoyable experience.
“I love the game and the community; it's a bug-free experience with no forced ads.”
“I've only played on my phone, but it runs great.”
“It's amazing; not buggy like some other games.”
“I had to get a new phone because of this buggy game 🤬 never download this game.”
“The game freezes whenever attacking or defending and today it froze on the loading screen; I can't do anything, I'm in the middle of a war.”
“Don't waste your time with this game, also very buggy; had to uninstall and reinstall just to find a game that wasn't full.”
- optimization21 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has seen some improvements with recent updates, but many users still report significant performance issues, particularly on mobile devices. Common complaints include lag, choppy scrolling, and overheating, especially during extended play sessions. While the game is enjoyable and addictive, it requires further optimization to enhance the user experience and address the existing bugs and performance problems.
“But overall a great game, my phone is also quite slow, so edit: the game is now pretty optimized with the new update, thanks!”
“The app has come a long way in terms of performance and is a great way to play.”
“You have improved optimization but it still needs much more work to do.”
“The game isn't optimized and full of bugs, but it is fun to play and addictive.”
“But your optimization for mobile devices is kinda poor as it stutters on big maps and makes them almost unplayable.”
“You have improved optimization, but it still needs much more work to do.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's campaign story is engaging enough to draw players in, with personal connections enhancing the experience, but it suffers from a lack of diverse missions and goals, leading to frustration when quests become stagnant. While the initial quests provide a basic introduction, players desire more depth and variety to fully enjoy the narrative. Overall, the story has potential but is hindered by limited mission options.
“The campaign storyline is engaging and keeps you invested in the game.”
“This game has a true story element that got my brother and my father hooked; they started an alliance and fought nonstop when they were losing.”
“The game has many small factors that enhance the experience, but it only instructs you to complete the quests of your advisor at the start.”
“No goals, no missions, nothing.”
“Only the 5th or 6th quest is appealing to some other players for diplomacy and trade.”
“No player ever responded and the quests are stuck there.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with users expressing frustration over its persistent playback that continues even when the app is closed or when switching to other games. Additionally, some players have reported issues with the sound not functioning properly, while others desire more background music to enhance the gaming experience. Overall, the music aspect appears to be a significant drawback for many users.
“The music from the game adds an unexpected layer of excitement during gameplay.”
“The sound and music create an immersive experience that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“The game features a unique soundtrack that complements the gameplay beautifully.”
“The music from the game comes on at odd times.”
“Whenever I open another game or even try to go to sleep at night, the music just plays forever and there's no way to turn it off. Please fix this now.”
“The sound and music (if any) are not working.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as both absurd and chaotic, with players finding amusement in the exaggerated battle mechanics and nonsensical comparisons. While some reviews express frustration with the game's design, others highlight the comedic elements that make it entertaining, likening the experience to a late-night gaming session filled with unexpected hilarity. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, appealing to those who enjoy a more ridiculous and lighthearted approach to gameplay.
“Although I lived with a headache for like 3 weeks, it was pretty funny.”
“Just make sure to spawn near an oil-rich country and then you're laughing.”
“The first game in this is hilarious; I feel like I'm in a COD lobby at 3 AM.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow and tedious, which can detract from the overall enjoyment despite the game's strategic elements. Communication issues within alliances further complicate the grinding experience, making it feel more cumbersome. While some appreciate the game's fun factor, the excessive grind is seen as unnecessary by many.
“Spent 4 days straight grinding on what I thought was a great game.”
“The game is fun but also a bit unnecessarily grindy. I also don't get why I keep being invited to join the beta program but then get told that I don't qualify when I select 'accept.'”
“Slow and tedious, but a great strategy game.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it engaging due to its freedom and choice in mechanics, others feel it lacks value due to in-game currency restrictions and a lack of content variety, leading to boredom. Some users express a desire to return when more diverse content, particularly regarding African countries, is added.
“It will give hope and makes it more playable.”
“Freedom & choice available in the game mechanics, very replayable.”
“Not much of a replay value; some games make you use in-game currency to play. Not playing again just gets boring.”
“I will redownload and play when there are more playable African countries, especially the non-Eurocentric African countries.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be wholesome and enjoyable, evoking positive emotions. However, some users experience frustration due to technical issues, such as accidental spending of in-game currency and lag, which detracts from the overall emotional experience.
“Overall, it's a wholesome game.”