War and Order
- April 6, 2016
- CamelStudio
- 12h median play time
"War and Order" is a fantasy strategy game featuring epic real-time battles with orc knights, elf sages, and dragon riders. Build and upgrade your empire, recruit and train soldiers, and form alliances with players worldwide to conquer enemies and stake new territory. With 30 unique soldiers, advanced technology research, and constant updates, this immersive game will keep you engaged for hours.
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and is visually appealing.
- It offers a variety of gameplay elements, including tower defense and resource management.
- The community aspect is strong, allowing players to connect and strategize with others.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free players to compete.
- Many players experience issues with customer support and account recovery.
- The advertisements for the game are misleading, showing gameplay that does not reflect the actual game.
- monetization684 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism for its reliance on misleading advertisements and aggressive in-game purchases. Many users report that the game is a "pay-to-win" experience, with numerous microtransactions and in-game currencies designed to encourage spending, often leading to frustration among players who feel deceived by the promotional content. Overall, the consensus is that the game prioritizes monetization over genuine gameplay, resulting in a disappointing experience that does not align with the expectations set by its advertisements.
“No ads and good collective strategy experience.”
“The in-app purchases are not required to progress.”
“Fun game, there's not ads every 2 seconds like all the other games.”
“The game is absolutely nothing like the ads.”
“This game is a cash grab, don't bother playing it.”
“The ads are a lie!”
- graphics444 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game receive a mixed reception from players. Many users praise the visuals as "great," "amazing," and "beautiful," highlighting the detailed artwork and smooth performance, while others criticize them for being misleading compared to advertisements or for lacking realism. Some reviews note that while the graphics are generally good, there are areas needing improvement, particularly in battle animations and environmental details.
“I've played this game on and off for years since I was 19 or 20 and now I'm 26 and this game never disappoints and has the best graphics you could ask for.”
“The graphics are amazing and you will surely find yourself completely immersed in this beautiful game, called War and Order.”
“Incredible graphics!”
“The graphical presentation is poor and messy.”
“The graphics aren't as realistic in the actual game.”
“The graphics in the game look nothing like the advertising photos.”
- gameplay297 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over misleading advertisements that showcase gameplay from other titles, such as Stronghold and Age of Empires, rather than the actual game mechanics. While some users appreciate the graphics and find the gameplay enjoyable and easy to learn, others criticize the heavy reliance on in-app purchases and the lack of originality, describing it as a typical pay-to-win experience. Overall, the disconnect between advertised and actual gameplay has led to significant disappointment among players.
“Gameplay is great.”
“Very smooth gameplay and excellent graphics!”
“Great gameplay very addictive and easy to learn.”
“The advertisements on YouTube show gameplay that is absolutely not a part of this game.”
“I have been advertised this game many times and the actual gameplay and graphics are all completely different from what I was led to expect.”
“Every single ad I have seen for this game is nothing but stolen gameplay footage from other games.”
- stability61 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, lagging, and various glitches that disrupt gameplay. Many players have experienced issues during critical moments, such as battles or logging in, leading to frustration and loss of progress or purchases. While some users note occasional fun and minimal glitches, the overall sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction due to the game's persistent technical problems and inadequate support from developers.
“Great game, runs great, no crashing!”
“Bug free and no ads.”
“No glitches and very smooth.”
“I'm only able to be logged in for 5 minutes and it freezes every time.”
“Not good, too many glitches. Recently lost months of hard work and a lot of money due to an SOS glitch. In conclusion, don't waste your time or money; they will take your money and not fix the problem. Thousands of dollars wasted, game glitched, and the response was nothing. Still, the glitches keep coming; nothing has changed.”
“Game constantly freezes, and I have to restart.”
- story60 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is often criticized for being lackluster and formulaic, with many players noting a minimal narrative presence and repetitive quests that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the variety of missions and rewards, others express frustration over the absence of a compelling storyline and the reliance on resource management mechanics. Overall, the narrative aspect seems to be a significant area for improvement, as many players feel it fails to engage or enhance the gameplay.
“Great game, good story plot and challenges are just right.”
“Love the graphics and the storyline.”
“Awesome gameplay along with quests and intense battles.”
“This is a flavorless retread on every other resource management game that feels like Starcraft without the story and strategy.”
“Not much of a story going on in the main quest line either, which I always hate; glad I didn't spend money on this one.”
“There is no story to care for, but you have to click through some illusion of a dialog anyway.”
- grinding44 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game involves significant grinding, often described as tedious and time-consuming, particularly for players who do not wish to spend money on in-app purchases. Many users feel misled by advertisements, noting that the gameplay primarily revolves around farming and resource management, which can lead to frustration and a sense of monotony. While some players find enjoyment in the grind, the consensus suggests that progress is heavily tied to either spending money or investing extensive time.
“Save yourself months of pointless grinding and look for another game.”
“Realized after downloading and playing for 5 minutes that the game is nothing like the ad which is totally misleading, just another game where you're constantly grinding with the usual option to pay for packs and 'upgrades' if you're too impatient to wait, which is fine if you have money to throw away!”
“The game is impossible to play (not win, play!) for long without 'coiners' farming you.”
- music29 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its beauty and orchestral quality, while others find it monotonous or annoying, particularly due to the inability to turn it off. Some players appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs, but there are calls for more variety in the soundtrack. Overall, the music is generally considered a strong aspect of the game, despite some minor criticisms.
“The music is very beautiful - I love it.”
“Groundbreaking strategy RPG that takes you back to the heart and soul of early gaming like Final Fantasy with its awesome music, and continuous character development that makes it all too easy to sign in every day!”
“Beautiful effect and music in this game.”
“Also, I could never figure out where to turn off the annoying music.”
“Very good but with a minor nitpick - despite being a fun strategy game for passing time, the background music can get a little monotonous; thus, I would like to see more different types of music.”
“Annoying background music can't be turned off.”
- humor25 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often derived from its misleading advertisements, which feature unrelated gameplay footage and exaggerated claims, leading to player disappointment. Many users find the game's mechanics and character designs amusing, while others highlight the comedic aspects of the translation app and the absurdity of certain game events. Overall, the humor is a mix of unintentional comedy from the game's presentation and the players' experiences, making it a lighthearted, if frustrating, gaming experience.
“Also, I saw an ad that used Mount and Blade: Bannerlord footage, which was just hilarious to me.”
“It's hilarious, especially considering the fact that they have tons of ads saying this game says 'no' to pay to win.”
“The game is amazing, but the translator is a bit funny.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Overall, players report that the game runs smoothly with nice graphics and minimal stuttering, even under slow internet conditions. However, there are significant concerns about lag during events and a lack of responsiveness from developers regarding performance improvements, leading to frustration among users. Some players also mention the need for better optimization to enhance frame rates and manage on-screen elements.
“Runs smoothly and can play even when internet connectivity is slow.”
“Graphics are nice and no stuttering.”
“Everything seems to run smoothly.”
“Terrible lag during events; developers never listen to feedback and have not improved game performance in two years. Instead, they are adding more ways to get customers' money. Hey, guess what? Make your game function properly if you want more money.”
“Could use some game optimization; too many things on screen as well, and the FPS is a bit low for me.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its breathtaking visuals and sound, which evoke feelings of awe and love. However, some frustrations with gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about continued engagement.
“It's so breathtaking and awesome! The sound is great, and I can't even explain how much I love it when I start the quest. It's so emotional and wow! This is one of the kinds of art I love. I could write a review on and on, but this is the first time I'm feeling this way.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is limited, with only a few playable events available, while most require purchases or in-game currency that necessitates spending real money. This lack of diverse and accessible content diminishes the overall replay value for players.
“I've been playing this game for a week now, and there are 8 or 9 events in the event center, but only 2 of them are actually playable. The rest require purchases or spending gems, which again costs money. There aren't many events to keep things interesting.”
“The games are playable, but this one is not.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its continuous character development, reminiscent of classic RPGs like Final Fantasy, which keeps players engaged and encourages daily play. The combination of compelling character growth and nostalgic music enhances the overall experience.
“Groundbreaking strategy RPG that takes you back to the heart and soul of early gaming, like Final Fantasy, with its awesome music and continuous character development that makes it all too easy to sign in every day!”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, contributing significantly to its appeal as a great strategy experience.
“Great strategy game, and the atmosphere is awesome.”