Warage

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Warage is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Yuri Eletskikh and was released on June 16, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

Warage is a classic RTS that will take you to a magical fantasy world. In this game you can: manage different units, build structures, upgrade the army, collect gold, chop wood, and much more.Features There are two warring factions that have different types of units to control on the battlefield. You can build structures in any accessible place on the map. Warage RTS (real-time strategy) has a 2D …

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42%Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

Warage offers nostalgic classic RTS gameplay with deep strategic elements like base building, resource management, and diverse factions.
The game has good replayability due to different maps and tactical approaches, appealing to fans of old-school RTS games.
The pixel art and soundtrack create a charming retro atmosphere that some players find appealing.

The game suffers from numerous critical bugs and technical issues, including crashes, poor AI behavior, and problematic pathfinding.
Controls and interface are poorly optimized for PC; the game feels like a mobile port with awkward mouse controls and no tutorial.
The game lacks a substantial single-player campaign and the current multiplayer and skirmish modes are hindered by frustrating bugs and usability problems.

stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that often make it difficult or frustrating to play. While some classic controls are somewhat manageable despite bugs, other control schemes are nearly unplayable due to instability.
- “The game is poorly translated and is buggy to the point of being largely unplayable.”
- “With this many glitches, I don't think I can recommend this game, but it's free to play so give it a try.”
- “The in-game classic controls are manageable but buggy, and the redsun controls are too buggy to be playable.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay receives mixed feedback, with some appreciating the complexity and nostalgic charm of older games, while others criticize poor controls and lack of fun in the mechanics. Overall, opinions highlight a contrast between enjoyable retro gameplay depth and frustrating modern execution.
- “People like old games either for their charm, nostalgia, or often more complex gameplay than those you see these days.”
- “Click the video above to see some of the gameplay, mechanic and hear my thoughts on the game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story and campaign are considered disappointing and frustrating by users, with the tutorial mission being particularly off-putting, leading some to abandon the game early on.
- “Visually, I thought this game would be much better than it is, and I was actually looking forward to trying the campaigns, but the tutorial mission is unbearable.”
- “This is a frustrating experience; I stopped after winning a few missions.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Warage features a calming soundtrack that complements its nostalgic 2D isometric style, enhancing the gameplay experience by maintaining a steady atmosphere even during intense moments.
- “Warage is a 2D isometric style RTS with nostalgic old-school graphics we all miss and a soundtrack that will keep you calm until the action heats up.”
- “Music is good.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of Warage is widely criticized, with users perceiving the game as a cash grab, especially due to its mobile app origins and inappropriate pricing on Steam.
- “Warage is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cash grab.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor is subtle and situational, with amusing moments such as the challenge of not having a marquee selection to easily grab units adding a lighthearted touch.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Warage features nostalgic 2D isometric graphics reminiscent of classic RTS games, delivering a charming old-school visual style. The graphics are complemented by a calming soundtrack that enhances the gameplay atmosphere.