Total Tank Generals

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 105 reviews
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Total Tank Generals is a turn-based strategy game that simulates large-scale armored warfare. Command your troops across diverse battlefields, utilizing a wide range of historical tanks and artillery from World War II. Your strategic decisions and military leadership skills will determine the outcome of each battle and the fate of your forces.

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Total Tank Generals offers a unique and engaging tactical experience with mechanics like unit stacking and a dynamic difficulty system that keeps gameplay challenging and interesting.
  • The game features impressive graphics and sound design, along with a smooth user interface that enhances the overall experience.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic games like Panzer General, combined with modern features such as a map editor and modding support.
  • The game suffers from significant balance issues, with many players reporting that the AI is overly powerful and often cheats, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • A lack of a tutorial and unclear mechanics make it difficult for new players to understand the game, resulting in a steep learning curve that can be discouraging.
  • Campaigns are criticized for being too short and lacking depth, with some players feeling that the overall content does not justify the price.
  • gameplay26 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics and notable challenges, with many players appreciating the realism and strategic depth it offers. However, criticisms arise regarding certain mechanics that feel underdeveloped, such as unit movement and the user interface, as well as issues with map size and mission length. Overall, while the game has strong potential and enjoyable elements, it requires further refinement to fully realize its capabilities.

    • “Gets you enough to be addicted to it, and after you've played all of the campaigns, there is more difficulty and other things you can play around with to make it even more exciting. I highly recommend this game if you love realism and historical hex gameplay.”
    • “Total Tank Generals is an elegant, gritty wargame with gorgeous hex-based maps and quality-looking miniature style pieces coming to life with layers of game mechanics and modifiers.”
    • “Gameplay is tough but fair.”
    • “But the mechanics are still not perfect.”
    • “It's a completely useless mechanic just for the sake of assault.”
    • “The morale and ammunition mechanics, however, are a bad thing.”
  • story16 mentions

    The game features four campaigns with a total of 28 missions, offering a mix of unique mechanics and unit progression. While the mission design is praised for its creativity, players express a desire for more expansive maps and a dynamic campaign structure. The storytelling is enhanced by well-crafted intro movies, but some players find the difficulty curve and time limits frustrating, impacting the overall experience.

    • “Total Tank Generals is like any other hex-based strategy game; however, here there are four campaigns (with more to possibly come?) that introduce recurring units from your previous missions, keeping all their experience and skills.”
    • “An approachable map and mission editor combined with a workshop is perhaps one of the nicest gestures that a developer could add to their game in these modern times.”
    • “It does look very pretty, and the little intro movies for the campaigns and their missions are well made, authentic, and unique.”
    • “The game's mechanics are superior to its competitors in my opinion; however, it needs to be fleshed out more. The maps feel somewhat small or closed in, and the German campaign I played had only 6 missions.”
    • “A dynamic campaign would be awesome. Currently, this is probably the most unreasonable thing to ask for, given the way the game is built, but it would be nice to have a larger campaign instead of a few missions that are strung together.”
    • “Playing the Falaise mission as Patton, unfortunately, I am getting swamped by Jagdtigers, King Tigers, numerous 88s, plus mechanized Panzergrenadiers, while I have only 37mm anti-tank guns and M3 Lee tanks. The German airfields are so heavily defended that they are impossible to hold.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their attractiveness and historical authenticity, providing a visually appealing experience even on low-end systems. Users appreciate the smooth performance, good sound effects, and the ability to interact with the visuals through camera controls. However, some feel that while the graphics are solid, they do not fully compensate for shortcomings in gameplay compared to similar titles.

    • “The beauty of those franchises was that they captured the operational essence and feel of the historic campaigns, all in an approachable and fairly attractive graphical package.”
    • “The graphics are really nice, and an added touch is that the camera can be zoomed in, turned, and tilted with the middle mouse scroll button.”
    • “Launched in 2023 with one major update since, the game has decent graphics and audio, running smoothly even on low-end systems.”
    • “The user interface displays nitty-gritty numbers live and on-screen with historical graphics for the grognard via tool-tips everywhere, where Panzer Corps 2 requires accessing separate menus to get to the details.”
    • “Better graphics and sound for sure.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization is commendable, as it runs smoothly even on older hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience. However, the latest updates of Panzer Corps 2 may strain older systems without providing significant improvements to gameplay. The dynamic difficulty adjustment and prestige system enhance the overall experience, rewarding players for their performance.

    • “Missions typically last around an hour, and the difficulty dynamically adjusts based on your performance.”
    • “Moreover, a prestige system lets you acquire new units based on your overall performance, rewarding both major and minor victories.”
    • “The program runs smoothly on nine-year-old rigs, whereas the latest Panzer Corps 2 build stresses older machines - and for no real wargaming benefit.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Players highlight strong replayability due to the availability of a mod workshop, which enhances the game's longevity and variety. Additionally, updates like the recent "May the Fourth" event further contribute to the game's playability and encourage repeated playthroughs.

    • “There is a workshop for mods, and the replayability is very good.”
    • “Thank you for the new May the Fourth update; it makes the game more playable.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its quality, with users highlighting both the sound design and musical composition as strong points.

    • “The music is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
    • “I love the soundtrack; it perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
    • “The sound design is impressive, with a great mix of melodies and effects.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, citing a lack of a balanced difficulty curve and the need to repeatedly play earlier missions to unlock better units. This design choice can make combat feel more like a guessing game and penalizes struggling players by limiting their access to resources.

    • “Honestly, I think that there is a great game buried under a seeming lack of a difficulty curve. The constant missing makes combat more of a guessing game, and the time limits force you to play in a certain style if you want access to units. It punishes struggling players by limiting their access to good units unless they grind through previous missions until they meet the requirements.”
    • “The grinding in this game feels excessive and tedious. Instead of enjoying the gameplay, I find myself stuck in repetitive tasks just to progress. It really detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I feel like the grinding is poorly balanced. It often feels like a chore rather than a rewarding experience, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
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