Tank Battle: North Africa
- July 12, 2016
- HexWar Games
- 60h median play time
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Reviews
- The game offers a straightforward and engaging battle experience without the need for extensive empire building.
- It provides a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic tabletop wargames, with enjoyable gameplay and tactical challenges.
- The graphics and sound design enhance the immersive experience, making it a fun and easy-to-play wargame.
- The AI can be predictable at times, which may reduce the challenge for experienced players.
- Some missions may feel overly simplistic or straightforward, lacking in difficulty.
- Historical accuracy is not a strong point, which may disappoint players looking for a more authentic experience.
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game presents a mix of straightforward and challenging missions, creating a varied experience that encourages replayability for players seeking to achieve higher rewards. While some missions may feel easy, others provide a significant challenge, adding depth to the overall narrative engagement.
“The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged with the characters and their motivations.”
“There are moments where the plot seems to stall, leaving players feeling lost and disconnected from the overall narrative.”
“The character development is minimal, which makes it difficult to care about their journeys or the outcomes of their struggles.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their sharp detail and fluid animations, effectively bringing the tabletop aesthetic to life, especially with the HD improvements over the iOS version. While the depiction of the North African battlefields in 1943 is visually appealing, some users noted a lack of historical accuracy in the color schemes of the allied units. Overall, the graphics are considered serviceable with room for improvement in authenticity.
“Graphics are well done with sharp, crisp detail and the finest tabletop cardboard piece quality coming to life with fluid animations.”
“With HD graphics improving on the looks from the iOS version, the game tackles the rugged and sand-covered battlefields of North Africa in 1943.”
“The graphics are serviceable, with my only gripe being the allies having their units 'painted' in European green (even tan and blue would have been more historically authentic, even if it were only the British who sometimes used that scheme).”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music features a nostalgic 1990s MIDI style, creating a relaxing yet motivating atmosphere that enhances the gaming experience.
“The music has a 1990s MIDI feel to it, making it relaxing to listen to while motivating me to keep on playing.”
“The music feels outdated, reminiscent of 1990s MIDI tracks, which makes it more relaxing than engaging.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety and quickly becomes repetitive, detracting from the overall experience.”
“While the music is intended to be atmospheric, it often feels bland and fails to enhance the gameplay.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Tank Battle: North Africa" is highly praised for its strategic depth and engaging mechanics, appealing to fans of classic tactical games. Players can expect a rich experience filled with tension and satisfaction, reminiscent of beloved titles from the 1990s.
“Tank Battle: North Africa is a must-buy for those who enjoy Slitherine's Epic Battle Academy and classic 1990s PC games like The Perfect General. It offers endless gameplay and tense strategic joy.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to keep players engaged for long periods.”
“I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which made the overall experience frustrating.”
“The AI is poorly designed, often making illogical decisions that detract from the challenge of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express confusion over the humor in the game, noting that many reviews labeled as "funny" do not actually deliver genuine humor. This suggests a disconnect between expectations and the comedic elements present in the game.
