Tactile Wars

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Tactile Wars is an addictive, free, strategy arcade game where you lead an army of colored mini-soldiers in battles against other players, using tactical options like infantry, tanks, mercenaries, and alliances to defend and conquer territories. Your finger serves as a weapon of mass destruction, with simple touches forming ranks against enemies. Build and protect your base camp with mines, tanks, and turrets, while hiring mercenaries to strengthen your strategy.

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Play Modes

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

gameplay55 positive mentions

monetization77 negative mentions

The game has a unique and addictive gameplay loop that keeps players engaged.
The graphics and art style are appealing, making the game visually enjoyable.
The tactical aspect of positioning troops and strategizing is well-executed.

The key system is frustrating, as it limits progression and requires real money to advance.
There are numerous bugs, including issues with loading screens and unresponsive buttons.
Players often face unbalanced matchmaking, leading to unfair battles against much higher-level opponents.

monetization
99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
12%
78%
The monetization aspect of the game has received significant criticism, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive reliance on ads and in-app purchases, particularly for obtaining keys necessary for progression. Users report that watching ads often yields little to no rewards, and the key system feels predatory, making it difficult to advance without spending money. While some players appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the overall sentiment leans towards the game being a cash grab, with many feeling that the fun is overshadowed by the monetization mechanics.
- “The monetization is predatory; putting experience from basic battles behind a paywall (keys) is ridiculous.”
- “Plus, the game makes it nearly impossible to play for free without in-app purchases.”
- “Gameplay-wise, I just love this, but it has now become too harsh on monetization and in-game microtransactions.”
- “The game has a great concept but the cash grab just drains any further investment I'd want to give into the game.”
- “This game would be good if it wasn't such a pay-to-play game. I mean, you don't have to pay, but if you don't, you'll take a very long time to reach a level where you can see progress. It feels like a cash grab.”
- “The game is no longer fun as you can't obtain rewards from battles unless you watch ads or purchase keys from the shop.”
gameplay
90 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
36%
3%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and unique concepts, making it engaging and enjoyable for players. However, many reviews highlight significant issues such as unbalanced teams, a problematic key system that hinders progression, and various bugs that disrupt the experience. While the game has potential and offers a good aesthetic, the overall execution suffers from technical problems and monetization strategies that detract from the gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is amazing, but one problem I have with it is that it's really unbalanced.”
- “The gameplay is fun and the best thing is that when you lose a battle or get successfully invaded, it's just so cheerful that you really don't mind!”
- “With creative gameplay and beautiful graphics, this game is brimming with potential.”
- “The gameplay is okay, but the teams are horribly unbalanced; purple is the dominant color and no other team colors even have a chance against it.”
- “This game had the potential to be 5 stars without a doubt; however, ads are constantly shoved down your throat, and the only way to progress is to pay money or wait 6 hours to watch an ad. The key system is broken, and the purple team wins every single war no matter what. Honestly, such a disappointment because the gameplay had such potential.”
- “I would love to give 5 stars; I love the gameplay, the style, everything, but the key system made me uninstall the game, unfortunately.”
stability
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with users reporting frequent freezes, lag during loading screens, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over losing progress and rewards due to these bugs, and there are concerns about the lack of updates or support from the developers. While the core gameplay is appreciated, the overwhelming number of glitches significantly detracts from the overall experience, making it nearly unplayable for some.
- “However, it freezes constantly, and after hitting level 2, it tells me to go to the store for more mines. That's great and all, but I can't click anything because everything is 'out of stock'. I've literally tried clicking everywhere else and trying to do anything else.”
- “The premise of the game is good, but it is so ridiculously buggy that it is pretty much unplayable.”
- “The game is a glitchy mess; I can't collect the daily key, and some items don't appear in the store. Please fix it because the game is fun, but the glitches ruin it.”
graphics
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
87%
6%
7%
Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their aesthetic appeal, smooth execution, and unique art style, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Many users highlight the game's vibrant colors and charming visuals, although some mention significant bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the graphics are consistently described as fantastic and a strong point of the game.
- “The graphics are fantastic, they really are.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the game runs smoothly.”
- “With creative gameplay and beautiful graphics, this game is brimming with potential.”
- “Although decent graphics.”
- “Very unique controls and structure and art style, but it doesn't work on Google Pixel 4 or save your progress if you uninstall.”
- “I was doing the tutorial and I can't even finish it because the shop is either stocked out or I can't even buy the mines, though I do like the game idea and graphics.”
story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
80%
10%
The game's story concept, centered around colorful characters engaging in a "Color War," is intriguing but marred by frustrating mechanics that limit player progression and rewards. Players express disappointment over the reliance on a key system for attacks and rewards, which feels restrictive and encourages a passive playstyle, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the narrative. Technical issues, such as freezing and lost progress, further hinder the experience, leaving many players longing for improvements to both gameplay and story delivery.
- “I was excited to enjoy this game, with good looks, interesting idea, and a novel story.”
- “The game is good, great graphics, easy to understand, but it would be great if it had an offline mode or a story mode kind of thing.”
- “Idea sounds interesting: little men of different colors and funny cute sounds start CW1 (Color War I), research new technologies, and change the turn of war mission by mission.”
- “The game gives you quests that you can't complete unless you pay into the game.”
- “I absolutely love this game, but so much has changed and it's redundant for us to battle for coins, when you go to an enemy's base and they have coins, you don't get them and you get no experience points from battling unless you have keys, which you have to earn from daily quests, but you only get three quests a day, which is pointless.”
- “I would say it's an awesome game but, my game would not let me select a color to attack after I completed the tutorial mission, and I tried restarting it but it did nothing; I reinstalled three times, three times, fix this problem please.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players report smooth performance and impressive graphics, others highlight significant glitches, performance issues, and a lack of updates from the developers. Additionally, certain devices, like the S22 Ultra, experience notable optimization problems, suggesting a need for a performance overhaul. Overall, the game's optimization appears inconsistent and in need of attention.
- “The graphics are amazing and the game runs smoothly.”
- “It's basically a ripoff of Supercell's pay model, except the game is significantly less optimized.”
- “The game hasn't been updated in years, and there are a lot of glitches and performance issues. There doesn't seem to be a way to contact the developers.”
- “I have an S22 Ultra, and this game is very unoptimized for it.”
- “It also needs a performance overhaul.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is polarizing; while some players find it enjoyable and a fun way to earn resources and unlocks, others view it as tedious and a significant drawback, particularly in the context of a mobile cash grab. Issues like long wait times and server restrictions further exacerbate the grinding experience, making it feel more like a chore for those who dislike repetitive gameplay.
- “Makes an otherwise good game a tedious slog, but what should I expect for a mobile cash grab.”
- “Much too grindy for currency and cards.”
- “If you like grinding for resources, this game is good for you; if not, it'll be fun, but eventually get too repetitive.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players praising the original soundtrack and sound effects as "really good" and enjoyable. However, some users have experienced issues with the music not playing properly at times, although it can be turned off if desired. Overall, the music contributes positively to the gaming experience.
- “I love this game so much, there are so many things in the game, the music is awesome and I like how it's color vs color!”
- “Absolutely great game and most enjoyable, the music really enhances the experience.”
- “The music is great, and I'm pretty sure you can turn it off if you prefer.”
- “The only thing I would say is the music, but I'm pretty sure you can turn it off.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky premise involving colorful little men and their amusing sounds, contributing to a fun and engaging experience. However, some players express concern over intrusive permissions, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game is described as crazy fun and funny, despite these drawbacks.
- “It is a crazy fun, funny, and amazing game.”
- “The idea sounds interesting: little men of different colors and funny cute sounds start a color war, research new technologies, and change the turn of war mission by mission.”

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