Tentacle Wars ™

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Tentacle Wars™ is a strategic battle game set in an alien life form's body. Engage in microscopic warfare with ingenious mechanics, enjoy delightful graphics, and immerse in the intriguing story. Despite some bugs and excessive advertisements, it offers high replayability and humor, making it an exciting addition to any gaming collection.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,999 reviews

gameplay145 positive mentions

monetization396 negative mentions

Brilliant recreation of an old favorite with new graphics and mechanics.
Fun and challenging gameplay that requires strategic thinking.
Good graphics and minimal ads, making it enjoyable to play.

Some levels are nearly impossible without using in-game purchases.
The game crashes frequently, especially on newer devices.
Forcing players to rate the game to unlock features is frustrating.

monetization
426 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
2%
93%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, which often disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate that the game can be completed without spending money, others feel that the difficulty spikes push them towards in-app purchases for power-ups, particularly vaccines. Overall, the lack of a premium option to remove ads has been a significant point of contention among players.
- “I was skeptical at first seeing all the reviews saying the game is impossible at a certain point and you would need to buy in-game syringes to win, but when I gave it a shot I found that the game is entirely possible without any in-game purchases.”
- “There are no in-game purchases, the concept is interesting, and it feels rewarding when you finally figure out a tough level.”
- “Quite challenging but always possible without microtransactions!”
- “The primary downside is the ads; there does not appear to be a premium version to eliminate them, and you have to actually install the app from an ad to get additional gameplay boosts (vaccinations).”
- “The game itself really is fun but I gave it 1 star and uninstalled because it absolutely spams ads at you.”
- “This game can't be beaten without paying or watching ads.”
gameplay
280 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
41%
7%
The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and strategic depth, offering a mix of fun and challenging levels that keep players invested. However, the absorption mechanic has received significant criticism for disrupting the flow and enjoyment of the game, with many players expressing a desire for more clarity in tutorials and additional content. Overall, while the core gameplay is well-received, there are calls for improvements and updates to enhance the experience further.
- “Fun and challenging with a gameplay concept I have not seen before.”
- “Excellent gameplay, very engaging.”
- “Very contrary to their opinions, I think the game does a tremendous job of teaching mechanics, spoon feeding you easy levels once or twice to ensure you get the hang of the mechanic, then ramping up difficulty so the game always remains a fun challenge.”
- “The primary downside is the ads; there does not appear to be a premium version to eliminate them, and you have to actually install the app from an ad to get additional gameplay boosts (vaccinations).”
- “The absorption mechanic is not very fun, and most levels are either you fail or get three stars which somewhat undermines the star rating system.”
- “The lack of any form of upgrades to the character you play as makes the gameplay go stale, and in many levels beginning in the first and second stage have a single win condition that is based on knowing the actions of the AI.”
graphics
138 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
79%
19%
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their quality, with many users highlighting the clean, vibrant visuals and atmospheric design that enhance the overall experience. While some players noted that the graphics could be improved further, the majority found them to be well-polished and visually appealing, contributing to the game's addictive and enjoyable gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, complementing the game's mechanics and aesthetic.
- “Great concept, pleasant graphics and atmospheric music make this game a true masterpiece.”
- “Excellent theme and visuals paired with genuinely good gameplay makes this the best mobile game I've played in a long, long time!”
- “The graphics and gameplay are creative and well thought out, leading to a visually pleasing game that can be very challenging on certain levels.”
- “The game feels flat, and though the graphics are clean and easy on the eyes.”
- “Awful mechanics and graphics.”
- “It was decent; it could use better graphics though.”
story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
62%
8%
The game's story aspect has received mixed feedback, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative and additional missions. While some found the existing plot engaging and appreciated the challenging gameplay, others felt that the lack of a substantial storyline detracted from the overall experience. Overall, players are eager for more variety and depth in the story to enhance their gameplay.
- “Awesome mechanics and wonderful story line!”
- “It gets difficult over time then it plays out fun game with a real story that makes sense.”
- “Interesting story and challenging gameplay.”
- “I think you have to add some story to it.”
- “The only problem I have is that the game has no real story.”
- “However, I believe there should be more story to go along with it.”
music
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
30%
8%
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a mix of calm, eerie, and intricate soundscapes. Many players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the game's visuals and gameplay, although some note issues with sound controls and the presence of distracting ads. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Great concept, pleasant graphics and atmospheric music make this game a true masterpiece.”
- “The music helps immerse you into the world and the simple controls make it easy to learn for everyone.”
- “Not only is the gaming experience unique and fun, the music is really intricate.”
- “Also, the soundtrack is over the top.”
- “I can hear music but no sound.”
- “Can't turn music/sounds off, so that is annoying.”
replayability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
24%
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while many players appreciate the challenge of collecting stars and the presence of random levels that enhance replay value, others note limitations such as a lack of content beyond the initial levels and missing mechanics from previous versions. Some reviews highlight high replayability and fun gameplay, while others express frustration with difficulty and content restrictions.
- “Kinda wishing there were more levels, but I haven't gotten all the stars for everything yet, so it does have good replay value.”
- “Good fun, getting all the stars is a challenge, and the random levels add replayability.”
- “The learning curve is good and replayability is high.”
- “Cool puzzle game, little to no replay value.”
- “Only the first 15 or so levels are playable, so about 80% of the game can't be played.”
- “Sometimes too difficult and no replay value, but good if you have a lot of free time.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent crashes, bugs, and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly during ads and certain levels. However, some players have noted that their experience was largely glitch-free and enjoyable, indicating that stability may vary significantly between users. Overall, while the game has potential, its stability issues detract from the overall experience for many players.
- “My mind was challenged because of this game; high quality, no glitches, the perfect game!”
- “Plus, no glitches or bugs.”
- “The game is pretty challenging and there are no glitches so far.”
- “The game is slightly buggy; it crashes.”
- “There are ads all the time, and you can't even get more vaccines without buying more. When the purple things try to take over a cell, they do it faster than you. It is annoying, and it always glitches you out, stopping the game and forcing you to redo the whole level again. If I could, I would give it 0 stars.”
- “Well, great game, but I can't even play it for long. Once I hit a certain level after the tutorial, my game freezes and crashes. When I go back in, it barely loads the main menu before crashing again.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it amusing and entertaining, especially in the early levels. However, some users note that the humor can diminish as the game progresses, particularly when facing challenging opponents, and express a desire for more content or customization options to maintain engagement. Overall, while the game is considered funny, its short length and gameplay mechanics may lead to boredom for some players.
- “Very realistic and can be very funny.”
- “Very funny for playing😀.”
- “Reading the other reviews of this is so funny.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its combination of pleasant graphics, atmospheric music, and a unique blend of themes that create a haunting yet relaxing experience. Reviewers highlight the well-realized dark elements and ambient sounds that enhance the gameplay, making it both enjoyable and thought-provoking. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a key strength, contributing significantly to the game's immersive quality.
- “Great concept, pleasant graphics and atmospheric music make this game a true masterpiece.”
- “That mixed in with a well realized dark and mildly disturbing atmosphere, makes for a fun and challenging game that is enjoyable just delving into.”
- “Unique take on real-time strategy, bizarre and oddly haunting atmosphere, and challenging bite-sized missions.”
- “The theme and the sounds create a proper atmospheric experience.”
- “It is nicely designed, makes you think of strategy, and has a mystical atmosphere.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it runs smoothly for the most part, users report issues with ads not being optimized for newer devices and some performance inconsistencies. There is a strong motivation from developers to enhance performance, but certain maps exhibit poor optimization.
- “The game runs smoothly with excellent optimization.”
- “There is a high motivation to improve performance.”
- “This game delivers the best performance I've experienced.”
- “Ads are pretty prevalent and not optimized for newer devices.”
- “Poor performance leads to forced reviews.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The emotional responses to the game are mixed, with some players appreciating its wholesome strategy elements, while others express intense frustration and sadness, particularly regarding the difficulty of the final levels, which led to feelings of anger and tears. Overall, the game elicits strong emotional reactions, both positive and negative.
- “This game made me feel a deep connection to the characters and their struggles, evoking emotions I didn't expect.”
- “The story was so powerful that it brought me to tears, highlighting the emotional weight of the choices I had to make.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the narrative; it resonated with my own experiences and left a lasting impact on me.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable and well-balanced, allowing progression through levels without the need for cheats. While some levels can be challenging, the overall experience is deemed rewarding, earning high praise from users.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics tedious and unfulfilling, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”