Tiny Troopers
- August 24, 2012
- Kukouri
- 8h median play time
It's not the best at anything it does, but it is fun, and is probably best used as an introduction to RTS games for younger players and newcomers to the genre
Get on SteamTiny Troopers is a thrilling spiritual prequel to the twin-stick shooter, Tiny Troopers: Global Ops. Command a team of small soldiers through 30 deadly missions, facing various objectives and enemies. Upgrade your troopers' abilities and equipment to increase their chances of survival, as the casualty rate is high and fresh recruits are always available.
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Reviews
- Fun and simple gameplay that is enjoyable in short sessions.
- Cute graphics and humorous elements make the game appealing.
- Good progression system with the ability to level up soldiers and replay missions.
- Controls can be frustrating, especially for a PC port, and lack of joystick support is a downside.
- Repetitive missions and lack of depth may lead to boredom after a short time.
- Perma-death for soldiers can be punishing, and some missions can feel overly difficult or unfair.
- story101 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 89 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal, primarily consisting of mission briefings rather than a cohesive narrative, which some players find lacking. However, the gameplay is engaging, featuring a variety of missions with different objectives, and players can develop a connection to their soldiers as they level up and face challenges. While the missions can become repetitive, the ability to replay them adds a layer of strategy and investment in the characters.
“I personally like how your units have a name and rank up as they battle through missions.”
“This is a fun little game about a rag-tag pair of soldiers that, through a series of missions, rise through the ranks and have more and more specialists available to their squad.”
“Guide them through 30 deadly missions with varied objectives: destroy enemy armored formations, save hostages, and eliminate enemy generals, to name but just a few.”
“The story mode is really short, and then the only thing that is left to do is zombie mode, which is very fun.”
“There is no apparent storyline.”
“The missions are linear and unoriginal.”
- graphics41 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and cartoony, reminiscent of Playmobil or classic titles like "Cannon Fodder," appealing to casual players. While some reviewers appreciate the charming aesthetic and fun explosion effects, others criticize the graphics for being basic and lacking depth, with performance issues noted despite the overall enjoyable visual style. Overall, the graphics are seen as adequate for the gameplay, though not technically impressive.
“Cute, colorful graphics work well, along with some nice explosion effects.”
“The graphics are nice, and the gameplay is alright.”
“I'm not usually into cartoon graphics but they work really nice here.”
“The graphics are rather bad too…”
“Performance is also very poor given the (not particularly complex) graphics.”
“Technically, the graphics are not good at all but from an aesthetic point of view some may find the graphics cute or fun.”
- gameplay40 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Tiny Troopers is characterized by its simplicity and casual appeal, making it accessible for quick gaming sessions. While many players appreciate the charming graphics and easy-to-learn mechanics, some find the repetitive missions and lack of depth to be a drawback, leading to a sense of monotony over time. Overall, it offers a fun experience for casual gamers, but those seeking a more complex or tactical gameplay may be disappointed.
“Played it when I was a kid on my tablet and it was enjoyable because of fun and simple gameplay with cute graphics. Controls are way better now on Steam that you can use keyboard WASD for moving and mouse to aim.”
“The gameplay is simple and somewhat addictive.”
“The gameplay itself is fun, and is diverse enough so that you won't get bored too quickly.”
“While its cute visuals and simple gameplay mechanics may entertain casual players seeking a quick gaming session, others may find its lack of depth and repetitive missions to be less engaging.”
“I very quickly lost interest and found it repetitive and boring, even after putting in about an hour of gameplay.”
“Its well made with decent graphics and sound but the gameplay becomes dull rather fast.”
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its cute, war-movie-inspired jokes and funny voice acting. Many find it to be a lighthearted and entertaining experience, perfect for short play sessions, though some note that it may not be deeply engaging. Overall, it offers a blend of simple action and humor that resonates with fans of casual gaming.
“Highly recommend this game, cheap, funny, and well worth the laughs.”
“Funny voices, reminds me of worms.”
“This game delivers simple action with a dash of humor, only requiring a modicum of skill to fully complete the missions.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Tiny Troopers suffers from poor optimization, with subpar performance despite its simple graphics and gameplay mechanics. While the game has a charming aesthetic and offers good value for money, it lacks polish and could benefit from smoother mechanics.
“In my personal opinion, this game could have been more optimized and they could have made several mechanics much smoother, but overall it is somehow pretty charming with its goofy graphics, sounds, and silly comments here and there.”
“- really good price-performance ratio”
“Far from being polished and optimized, Tiny Troopers is an okay, casual top-down shooter with simple gameplay.”
“Performance is also very poor given the not particularly complex graphics.”
“In my personal opinion, this game could have been more optimized, and they could have made several mechanics much smoother.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for being boring or nonexistent, leading some players to mute it entirely and replace it with their own playlists. This lack of engaging music has left a notable absence that some find unsettling, especially when compared to memorable themes from previous titles like Cannon Fodder.
“The music is boring; I just muted it and replaced it with Spotify.”
“There is no music whatsoever, which is oddly unnerving.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability; while some find the game largely bug-free and enjoyable, others have encountered occasional bugs that affect gameplay.
“So far, the game is bug-free, provides good fun, and is quick, while at the same time offering some challenge.”
“The game is buggy sometimes.”
“There are frequent stability issues that disrupt gameplay.”
“I often encounter crashes that make it hard to enjoy the game.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a test of patience, as they can choose to tackle missions at their own pace without upgrades for added challenge, or engage in grinding to accumulate cash for upgrades to more easily complete missions.
“Overall, it has mostly been a test of patience, taking missions at my own pace and attempting to beat them without any upgrades for more challenge, while ensuring every soldier stays alive, or grinding for cash to buy all upgrades and tackle the missions head-on.”
“The grinding feels endless and often tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find myself spending more time grinding for resources than actually enjoying the gameplay, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the monetization model is less intrusive, with fewer prompts for in-app purchases, but some features, like intel packs, feel unbalanced since they are now freely available, potentially impacting gameplay.
“The monetization model feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game items that should be earnable through gameplay.”
“It's frustrating that the game locks essential features behind a paywall, making it nearly impossible to enjoy without spending real money.”
“The reliance on in-app purchases detracts from the overall experience, as it feels like the game is designed more to extract money than to provide fun.”
