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Tank Universal

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70%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
optimization, atmosphere
72% User Score Based on 267 reviews
Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

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Tank Universal is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Dialogue Design and was released on August 20, 2008. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

"Tank Universal" is a first-person perspective tank battle game set in a large virtual world, featuring 20 intense levels and the ability to upgrade weapons and tank equipment. Some missions require exploration on foot, and players can fight alongside allies against intelligent enemies with spectacular visuals and particle effects. Wide-open levels allow for varied strategies in battles involving numerous units.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 267 reviews
story22 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • Tank Universal offers a fun and nostalgic experience for fans of the Tron aesthetic, with engaging tank combat and a variety of missions.
  • The game features a charming retro style and a decent storyline that keeps players invested in the gameplay.
  • Despite its flaws, the game is enjoyable and provides a unique blend of tank battles and strategy, making it a worthwhile experience for its price.
  • The game suffers from slow pacing, with lengthy cutscenes and tedious travel sequences that can detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • Graphics and performance issues, including a locked 30 fps and outdated visuals, can hinder the gaming experience.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive, with some missions feeling dull and lacking in variety, leading to a less engaging experience over time.
  • story
    110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in this game is generally viewed as average, serving primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. While some players appreciate its quirky, retro sci-fi elements reminiscent of 80s aesthetics and the Tron universe, many criticize it for being slow-paced, confusing, and lacking depth, with predictable plot points and poorly executed dialogue. Overall, the narrative is seen as a mixed bag, with some fun moments but ultimately failing to engage players fully.

    • “The story in this first version takes itself less seriously as well, yet it has some moments of impact or interest.”
    • “A surprisingly good story with fun missions and decent tank controls.”
    • “The gameplay is awesome, the graphics and sound are classic and can never get old, and the story is intriguing and makes you want to keep on fighting and help the rebels win the war.”
    • “The story is weird and bad, and the graphics are kind of yucky, but it's an indie game from 2008.”
    • “Even after completing the game, I don't fully understand the story.”
    • “The storyline is basic and uninspiring and could have been so much better.”
  • graphics
    74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally described as dated, with many reviewers noting a strong influence from the Tron aesthetic, which some find charming despite its simplicity and low resolution. While the visuals may not be cutting-edge, they evoke a nostalgic retro feel that appeals to fans of 80s sci-fi, though they are often criticized for being clunky and visually unappealing. Overall, the graphics are seen as a mixed bag, with some appreciating their unique style while others find them lacking in quality.

    • “The graphics are still pretty good even for this game's old age.”
    • “Awesome art style and very tron-esque.”
    • “The artwork and level design is just fantastic.”
    • “The graphics are really bad, the sounds (mostly the lack of it) and especially the gameplay are terrible.”
    • “The graphics are really sloppy and full of obvious errors.”
    • “Game sucks and even at 50 cents still sucks.. slow moving graphics mess it up... could have done a better job myself on the game.. seriously.. typical polygon graphics.”
  • gameplay
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the retro-inspired mechanics and tank upgrades, while others criticize it for being slow-paced, overly complicated, and marred by unskippable cutscenes. Many appreciate the nostalgic visuals and sound, but find the overall experience underwhelming, particularly due to the lack of engaging action and repetitive gameplay. Despite its flaws, some players still find it fun and recommend it for fans of tank games or those who enjoy retro aesthetics.

    • “The gameplay is easily approachable and the weapon upgrades are fun!”
    • “The overall gameplay is complex and fun, and the world is very interesting in design.”
    • “The gameplay is great and new surprises await you on every level.”
    • “Tron-inspired retro visuals and sound accompany flawed gameplay.”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay is very underwhelming, and you would get a better kick out of a game like World of Tanks instead, and that game is free, mind you.”
    • “The gameplay itself is even dull, as you have to wait a damn eon-and-a-half to fire your weapons.”
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives high praise for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with many reviewers noting it as a standout feature that complements the visuals and action. While some found it repetitive or lacking in variety, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack is engaging and well-suited to the game's theme, contributing significantly to its appeal.

    • “I love the music and atmosphere; gameplay is tight but takes a while to get into any real action.”
    • “Fantastic, atmospheric Tron clone game - the level design and the music complement each other perfectly - highly recommended 11/10!”
    • “The music is great and kicks in a beat when the action revs up...”
    • “The story is stilted and in the way, the graphics are bad even by Tron standards, and the music got on my nerves in a hurry.”
    • “Starts out good (with a generic story and soundtrack and lame sounds although...), but the 2nd mission is already too hard.”
    • “The story is very bad, the graphics sucked for me and the action was boring (except when you have the key and the music comes on).”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from optimization issues, with a locked frame rate of 30 fps and overall poor performance, leading to a subpar gaming experience.

    • “Locked at 30 fps and suffers from poor performance.”
    • “The optimization is lacking, resulting in frequent frame drops.”
    • “Gameplay is hindered by unoptimized graphics and slow loading times.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the excellent music and level design that create an immersive experience. While the gameplay may start slowly, the overall ambiance and engaging plot contribute to a captivating environment that many recommend.

    • “I love the music and atmosphere; the gameplay is tight but takes a while to get into any real action.”
    • “Fantastic, atmospheric Tron clone game - the level design and the music complement each other perfectly - highly recommended 11/10!”
    • “While the intro is a bit slow, this game actually has a surprisingly good plot and atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
    • “Despite the potential, the game's atmosphere fails to evoke any real emotion or tension.”
    • “The world feels empty and lifeless, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, often describing it as a monotonous experience filled with unnecessary travel sequences through unengaging environments.

    • “Very tedious to play.”
    • “Do my eyes roll back into my head during tedious, unnecessary travel sequences through static environments with no interaction?”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is characterized by jankiness, awkwardness, and bugs, which can detract from the overall experience. While some players still find enjoyment despite these issues, others feel that the need for troubleshooting makes it less appealing.

    • “It is janky, somewhat awkward, and buggy, but I have had genuine fun!”
    • “This just is not an experience for me, especially considering that it would require troubleshooting.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the game's replayability is quite limited, primarily due to the lack of tank selection and the absence of multiplayer options. While the game is enjoyable and recommended, these factors hinder the overall challenge and variety in replaying missions.

    • “I really wish you could choose what tank you drive in this, because then there would not only be more replay value, but more of a challenge for some missions.”
    • “Overall, I really like this game and definitely recommend it, but know that replayability is extremely limited and there is no multiplayer.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is largely perceived as lacking, with many players finding it unfunny and the cut scenes overly lengthy. However, there are hints of potential humor that some players feel could have been better executed.

    • “Aside from that, though... it's almost funny.”
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Tank Universal is a simulation game.

Tank Universal is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Tank Universal.

Tank Universal was released on August 20, 2008.

Tank Universal was developed by Dialogue Design.

Tank Universal has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Tank Universal is a single player game.

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