Tiny Tactics

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 365 reviews
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Tiny Tactics is a turn-based strategy game with pixel art graphics. Players collect and command a team of heroes, each with unique abilities and strengths, to defeat enemies and complete quests in a fantasy world. With various game modes, including PvE and PvP, Tiny Tactics offers a challenging and engaging experience for strategy enthusiasts.

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Reviews

82%
Audience ScoreBased on 365 reviews
gameplay22 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Tiny Tactics combines tower defense and auto-battler mechanics, offering a unique and engaging gameplay experience.
  • The game features a wide variety of units and classes, encouraging players to experiment with different strategies and synergies.
  • The visuals and art style are appealing, creating an enjoyable atmosphere while playing.
  • The game can become repetitive, as many levels feel similar and rely on the same strategies once players discover effective unit combinations.
  • Some units and traits lack clear differentiation, making it difficult for players to strategize effectively and understand their options.
  • There are occasional bugs and performance issues, including crashes, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
  • gameplay64 mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, combining tower defense and autobattler mechanics with a variety of unique towers and character classes, providing hours of entertainment. However, many players note that it can become repetitive due to a lack of significant gameplay changes and progression mechanics, alongside a confusing UI. While the core mechanics are solid and enjoyable, some players feel that the game could benefit from a more gradual introduction to its features and improved variety in level design.

    • “The gameplay is fun, and there is a lot of content for the price.”
    • “There is a good variety of unique towers, abilities, classes, and enough levels for dozens of hours of gameplay by trying various combinations and unlocking new towers and upgrades.”
    • “Interesting game design combines auto chess and tower defense game mechanics.”
    • “Good tower defense fun for a while, but it gets repetitive since nothing in the gameplay ever changes.”
    • “Great premise and good execution, but once you figure out the basic mechanics of the game, each map kind of feels exactly the same.”
    • “The gameplay is just very, very poor.”
  • graphics42 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the unique art style and vibrant visuals, particularly the design of characters and towers. However, some users note issues with clarity and variety, mentioning that many elements look similar and can become visually overwhelming during gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good and charming, there are calls for improvements in variety and clarity to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “The game has beautiful graphics, with impressively designed chess pieces, and the gameplay combines tower defense with unique character classes.”
    • “Excellent graphics, each chess piece has its own unique design.”
    • “Overall, a ton of fun levels and great visuals.”
    • “The main issue for me is the graphics and UI.”
    • “While the graphics are nothing to write home about, there's lots and lots of cool units.”
    • “Graphics are vibrant, but in the 'standard Unity demo' kind of way.”
  • story16 mentions

    The game lacks a significant storyline, serving primarily as a framework for its gameplay mechanics rather than a narrative experience. While some players appreciate the mission structure and mechanics, many express a desire for a more engaging plot and character development to enhance their overall experience. The absence of a cohesive story may deter those seeking a narrative-driven game.

    • “Especially the 'bonus mission' which makes you play certain traits in order to unlock additional rewards for clearing stages, encouraging playing around with units and compositions a bit.”
    • “I noticed the patch that added the bonus mission objective to the top of the screen while on the map, and I really appreciate that.”
    • “The game doesn't have a storyline.”
    • “The plot of this one is nothing much, basically just an excuse to justify the gameplay.”
    • “Maybe some sort of story or characters that I care about.”
  • music11 mentions

    The music in the game is generally described as minimalist and catchy, complementing the overall aesthetic without being overly distracting. While some players appreciate its simplicity and intensity that matches gameplay, others express a desire for more variety and note that repetitive looping can become tiresome over time. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a fitting backdrop that enhances the gaming experience.

    • “The overall systems are well developed, and the music is simple but catchy.”
    • “Music and aesthetic work well together; it's pretty and active but not overencumbered with special effects.”
    • “Graphics and art style are great, and the sound and music bring it all together for me.”
    • “I would like some more variety in music.”
    • “Too clunky, music takes you somewhere into the Amazon, and overall just a total identity crisis of a game.”
    • “Music is pretty minimalist but inoffensive, though I load up my own music when playing this one.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability due to its rich content, diverse areas, and strategic depth, which encourages players to experiment with different setups. However, some users suggest that adding more randomization and faster replay options could enhance the experience further. While many find it engaging enough to revisit, a few feel it lacks sufficient replay value in certain aspects.

    • “Very fun game, a lot of content and very replayable.”
    • “Great game, looks like there are 6 areas with great replayability.”
    • “Tiny Tactics is a gem in the wild - the combination of old school tower defense with the randomization and team building of auto chess provides a unique experience with a lot of replayability.”
    • “Besides some obvious balancing changes which could help remove the outliers, I also think this game needs more RNG to truly retain replayability.”
    • “That said, I just think you can make the levels a bit more replayable by simply adding a x3 and x4 speed button for if you've already beaten it.”
    • “It's also not particularly replayable.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, particularly in its unique blend of simple yet complex gameplay. Many highlight the comedic elements that arise from fast-paced mechanics and character upgrades, making for a lighthearted gaming experience. However, some caution against binge-playing, suggesting that moderation enhances the enjoyment.

    • “Funny little game, just don't try to binge it.”
    • “Funny mix of simple yet complex gameplay.”
    • “Very funny, very cool game.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The optimization of the game is currently lacking, with users reporting serious performance issues that may not be resolved soon. While it runs relatively smoothly at times, reducing the number of units and traits could enhance the experience, indicating that while the game is enjoyable, it still requires significant optimization improvements.

    • “Runs smoothly without too many hiccups, if any at all.”
    • “It's promising, potentially pretty fun, but currently there are lots of serious performance issues that don't look like they'll be solved soon.”
    • “Pre-edit still kinda true: cutting down on units and traits will probably improve the experience, but this game is enjoyable already; it just still needs some optimization, which is absolutely comprehensible.”
    • “Cutting down on units and traits will probably improve the experience, but this game is enjoyable already; it just still needs some optimization, which is absolutely comprehensible.”
    • “The game suffers from significant performance issues, making it frustrating to play at times.”
    • “I often experience lag and stuttering, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players note that while there is some grinding involved, it is generally manageable. However, the early game can feel tedious, particularly with low-tier characters, and frequent crashes can make progress frustratingly slow.

    • “The early game is just tedious and 1-star characters are very uninteresting.”
    • “Game is fun... sadly it crashes multiple times on each stage, making progress extremely tedious.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game effectively balances relaxation with emotional engagement, as players find themselves deeply invested, especially during challenging moments like losing lives after a successful streak. However, some users suggest improvements to the speed and user interface to enhance the overall experience.

    • “Surprisingly fun game, which hits the perfect spot between being relaxing and keeping you emotionally involved if you suddenly lose some lives in wave 18, after everything went perfect so far.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting unpredictable freezes and a general lack of polish, indicating it was not ready for release.

    • “For some reason, the game freezes up unpredictably.”
    • “The game was not ready to be released; it's a buggy mess.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game is perceived as lacking, with players finding it repetitive and unengaging due to insufficient introduction to the units. While the character design is appreciated, the minimal differentiation between units and the reliance on players to read descriptions detracts from a deeper understanding of their roles.

    • “A challenging tower defense game that features some nice character design, even if some of the units are hard to tell apart sometimes.”
    • “This felt very repetitive and boring to me; I had no sense of what units to pick since I wasn't really introduced to any of them. This meant they had little character development, and it was up to you to read all their descriptions to understand what they even were.”
    • “The character development is lacking, making it hard to connect with any of the units. I found myself confused about their roles and abilities without a proper introduction.”
    • “I was disappointed by the shallow character development. The game doesn't provide enough background or personality for the characters, leaving them feeling flat and uninteresting.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The game features a progression system where players can unlock passive upgrades and new units by completing levels, and notably, it does not include any microtransactions.

    • “You can unlock passive upgrades for your units, as well as new units as you beat levels, but there are no microtransactions in the game at all!”
    • “The game feels like a cash grab, with constant prompts to spend real money on in-game currency.”
    • “It's frustrating that the best items are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
    • “I was disappointed to find that progress is heavily gated by monetization, forcing players to either grind endlessly or pay up.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight that the game's art style and overall atmosphere are cohesively integrated with the gameplay, creating an immersive experience that enhances enjoyment.

    • “From the art style to the atmosphere, everything fits perfectly together.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
    • “The world feels lifeless, with an atmosphere that doesn't engage or draw players in.”
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Play time

30hMedian play time
58hAverage play time
19-73hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 7 analyzed playthroughs

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