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Threads of War

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68%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

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Threads of War is a single player and multiplayer tactical role playing shooter game with a historical theme. It was developed by KoS and was released on August 14, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Threads of War is a fusion of Battle City mechanics and rogue-lite map progression. Ukraine is under attack by mechanized hordes of unclean forces: weak but numerous demons, fast werewolves, and heavy monsters. Become one of the hundreds of thousands of warriors of light who rose to defend their families, their homeland, and their future. The game tells the story of how Ukrainian territories wer…

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100%Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features engaging gameplay with strategic depth, combining classic tank battles with modern mechanics and roguelike elements.
  • It has a beautiful art style and immersive atmosphere, effectively reflecting the impact of war while providing a fun gaming experience.
  • The developer is responsive to player feedback, enhancing the game with features like a level editor for infinite replayability.
  • Controlling the tank can be a bit fiddly, which may affect the overall gameplay experience for some players.
  • The game may take a few levels before the strategic depth becomes apparent, which could deter some players initially.
  • The screen size on handheld devices like the Steam Deck might feel a bit small for some players.

  • gameplay

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its fun and classic design, featuring well-thought-out mechanics and aesthetically pleasing terrain inspired by interesting themes. Players appreciate the delightful music and the overall enjoyable experience, which is further enhanced by the game's support for a meaningful cause.

    • “Fun, classic gameplay, cool terrain designs with interesting inspiration and monetary support for an important cause.”
    • “The music is delightful, and the gameplay is simple yet thoughtfully designed.”
    • “It is fun to play, the mechanics are well thought through and the aesthetics fit very well!”

  • graphics

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The game's graphics are praised for their appealing art style and soulful presentation, which complement the engaging gameplay and mechanics. Reviewers appreciate the visuals for being both attractive and fitting to the game's overall theme, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The game itself has a very nice art style.”
    • “A nice game with good visuals and a message many can agree with.”
    • “The game's presentation and art style are uncompromisingly soulful and wholesome while providing loads of tank action.”
    • “It is fun to play, the mechanics are well thought through and the aesthetics fit very well!”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised as wonderful and delightful, enhancing the overall experience alongside its thoughtful gameplay and presentation. Players appreciate how the music complements the game's message effectively.

    • “The music is delightful, and the gameplay is simple yet thoughtfully designed.”
    • “Love the music, the presentation, and the message.”
    • “The music is wonderful as well.”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly on the Steam Deck without any reported issues.

    • “Runs great on the Steam Deck.”
    • “The game maintains a steady frame rate, providing a smooth experience.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or bugs, which makes for a stable gameplay experience.”

  • replayability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Players highlight that the inclusion of a level editor significantly enhances the game's replayability, offering endless opportunities for new content and experiences.

    • “The level editor provides infinite replayability.”
    • “Each playthrough feels unique due to the diverse choices available.”
    • “The random events keep the gameplay fresh and engaging every time.”

  • story

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -67% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The story in "Threads of War" is praised for its engaging and atmospheric narrative, reminiscent of classic games like Doom, while tackling serious themes in a family-friendly manner. Players appreciate the blend of compelling storytelling with enjoyable gameplay mechanics, including progression and diverse environments.

    • “I used to play Battle City often, and Threads of War has the playstyle but offers a truly great atmosphere while telling a true, harrowing story in a family-friendly way.”
    • “You have beautiful style, progression and upgrades, and a story in the style of old Doom games (but sadly based on horrifying reality), with interesting maps and enemies.”
    • “The story is poorly developed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “While the game has a beautiful style and interesting gameplay, the story feels disjointed and fails to connect with the player.”
    • “The narrative is predictable and uninspired, leaving little room for emotional investment.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers an immersive atmosphere through thrilling tank battles and heartfelt tributes to defenders of the homeland, effectively blending engaging gameplay with a poignant narrative. Players appreciate its ability to evoke strong emotions while maintaining a family-friendly approach.

    • “The game has exciting tank battles, and the tributes to the people who defend their homeland create an immersive atmosphere.”
    • “I used to play Battle City often, and Threads of War has the same playstyle but offers a truly great atmosphere while telling a true, harrowing story in a family-friendly way.”

  • emotional

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is praised for its soulful and wholesome presentation and art style, which effectively enhance the emotional experience while delivering engaging tank action.

    • “The game's presentation and art style are uncompromisingly soulful and wholesome while providing loads of tank action.”
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Threads of War is a tactical role playing shooter game with historical theme. Common tags for Threads of War include indie, roguelite, pixel graphics, action roguelike, vehicular combat and others.

Threads of War is available on PC and Windows.

Threads of War was released on August 14, 2025.

Threads of War was developed by KoS.

Threads of War has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Threads of War for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Threads of War is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Cavalry Girls, Metal Slug Tactics, Voidigo, Outer Terror, Sublevel Zero Redux and others.