Techwars Online
- March 17, 2016
- Argus Games
Get on SteamTechwars Online is a free-to-play shooter game set in a futuristic world where mech combat is widespread. Players can build and customize their own mechs, choosing from a variety of weapons and equipment. The game features both PvE and PvP modes, with intense battles taking place in dynamic environments.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features strategic gameplay that requires careful planning and decision-making.
- The graphics are decent for a Unity game, and the campaign offers a cool storyline with increasing difficulty.
- There is a level of customization available for mechs, allowing players to adjust armor and weapon loadouts.
- The game suffers from frequent progress wipes, forcing players to restart from the tutorial after periods of inactivity.
- Gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with all mechs feeling the same and limited weapon variety.
- The game is currently unplayable due to server issues, and many players report that it fails to load or crashes frequently.
- gameplay26 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it initially engaging but ultimately lacking in depth and mechanical diversity. While strategic elements are praised, many criticize the controls, tournament mode, and the presence of frustrating "free to play" mechanics. Overall, the gameplay experience is seen as inconsistent, with some aspects being outstanding while others fall short.
“Gameplay experience is outstanding.”
“Very strategic gameplay: if you don't think twice when you play this game, it'll be difficult to win, as every action you take will actually be decisive for your win or loss.”
“Nice game, nice gameplay and timeplay.”
“Gameplay is subpar as well.”
“Interesting at first, but lacks depth of story and mechanical diversity.”
“The game mechanics are unsatisfying, the tournament mode is a joke, the controls are whacky – but they have no mercy for mistakes.”
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered weak, lacking depth and clarity, particularly by the fourth campaign mission where players encounter unwinnable situations without guidance. While the campaign provides some context and progression, it fails to engage players fully, and many feel it does not live up to the potential of similar mecha games. Additionally, the reliance on online connectivity has led to frustrating gameplay experiences that detract from the overall narrative immersion.
“The campaign is cool: it really shows and explains to the player what is going on in the story of the game and the events you're taking on. It gets harder and harder further on, and the AI is improving.”
“This is a great mecha game similar to the old Front Mission games.”
“When I am angry – please let it be because of an opponent that was just better than me – and not because of a half-baked pseudo-licence product (the story is based on Mikhail Vlad’s novel Techwars).”
“Interesting at first, but lacks depth of story and mechanical diversity.”
“The story is weak and puts you in an unwinnable situation by the 4th campaign mission, with no clues as to how to get through or around it.”
“When I am angry – please let it be because of an opponent that was just better than me – and not because of a half-baked pseudo-licensed product (the story is based on Mikhail Vlad’s novel Techwars).”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally regarded as good, with many users noting that they meet a high standard for a Unity game. While some consider the visuals to be typical for Unity, they are still described as slightly above average and not a significant drawback. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal.
“Graphics is up to a really good standard.”
“Great graphics.”
“Graphics are okay because it's a Unity game; hard to learn if you don't usually play strategy games, but it has a cool campaign.”
“Graphics are okay because it's a Unity game; hard to learn if you don't usually play strategy games, cool campaign.”
“As it's a Unity game, the graphics are the usual. I wouldn't count this as a pro, but they aren't bad; they're slightly good for a Unity game.”
“As it's a Unity game, the graphics are the usual. I wouldn't count this as a pro, but they aren't bad; they're slightly good for a Unity game.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the ability to customize their mechs, which enhances gameplay and mission variety. While there is an option to pay for faster progression instead of grinding, the optional nature of online multiplayer means that grinding is not a significant concern for most players.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found myself spending more time grinding for resources than actually enjoying the gameplay.”
“The grind is so repetitive that it takes away from the overall experience of the game.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game possesses a notable level of replayability, suggesting that players find value in revisiting the experience.
“Replayability: it did have it”
“Replayability: it did have it”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report stability issues, including mechs failing to turn properly and irregularities in turn order, which can lead to freezing during gameplay.
“Occasionally, mechs don't turn, the turn order gets weird, or the game freezes.”
“Occasionally, mechs don't turn, the turn order gets weird, or the game freezes.”
