Warfare Online
- May 8, 2017
- Con Artist Games
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamWarfare Online is a real-time strategy game that combines PVP battles with collectible card mechanics. Players build and customize their army, then face off against others online or practice against AI. Inspired by Company of Heroes and Hearthstone, it focuses on strategy and planning over reflexes or APM.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of Warfare 1917 and 1944, with improved graphics and gameplay.
- It features a strategic card-based system that allows for various tactics and customization of units.
- The developers are responsive and actively working on updates to improve the game, showing potential for future content.
- The game has significant pay-to-win elements, making it difficult for free players to compete effectively.
- There are numerous bugs and server issues, including long loading times and disconnections, especially during the tutorial.
- The AI and matchmaking can be frustrating, with unbalanced gameplay and a lack of control over units during battles.
- graphics32 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users noting significant improvements over its predecessors, Warfare 1917 and Warfare 1944. Players appreciate the beautiful 3D design, well-executed visual effects, and overall aesthetic quality, although some have reported minor graphical bugs and issues when adjusting settings mid-game. While the graphics are praised, a few users mentioned that gameplay can detract from the overall experience.
“The graphics were never mandatory to be great, but they are. They are really good; the franchise has transcended into 3D beautifully. The design choices of the main menu and in-match UI interface look rather well, and the effects of shots, fire, artillery, explosions, etc. look beautiful. It's a great-looking game.”
“Good game; gives me nostalgia for the old Warfare 1917/1944, but with infinitely better graphics.”
“Excellent graphics.”
“Fine graphics, but the gameplay is just plain annoying even for this type of game.”
“Graphics are passable, though the maps are one single/three lanes depending on how you see it, but it's basically a single corridor with the odd piece of cover.”
“So I set it to low and then my graphics just went to shit. I couldn't see any textures besides the riflemen and the Abrams, and the buildings looked like if you punched your TV (please don't punch your TV). It was sharp and jagged with pink, green, black, etc. No hate towards this game, all love, sincerely: Clorox Bleach.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its strategic depth, smooth unit movement, and intelligent AI that effectively counters threats. Players appreciate the improvements over previous titles in the series, noting the fun and engaging mechanics, although some mention minor glitches. Overall, the game is described as a well-executed successor that offers a satisfying experience.
“Fun successor to the flash games Warfare 1917 and Warfare 1944, with obvious graphics and gameplay improvements over the older games.”
“The AI is smart with well-made pathfinding, and your units move very smoothly and organized. Units that are designed to counter specific threats will do so effectively, such as AT teams focusing on vehicles and buildings or infantry when they are nearby. Tanks will prioritize vehicles over infantry if both are present. If units are out of range for their intended targets, they will fire at the closest target, which is an understandable game mechanic. There may be some glitches and bugs, but I personally haven't seen these issues, so it's safe to assume that your units perform as intended.”
“This game is really fun! The gameplay is different than expected; it's wave strategy but really well done. I have run into no problems; everything worked great from the get-go, and I don't even have to wait a second to get a multiplayer match!”
“Fine graphics but the gameplay is just plain annoying even for this type of game.”
“There may be some glitches and bugs where infantry may stop moving or vehicles take odd paths, but those are problems of the closed beta, which this is not. I personally haven't seen these things, so it's safe to assume for me that they're gone and your units perform as intended.”
“The AI is smart with well-made pathfinding, and your units move very smoothly and organized. However, if units are out of range for their intended targets, they will fire at the closest target, which is an understandable game mechanic.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is primarily driven by a progression system that allows players to unlock gear and assets through daily missions and wins, emphasizing a fair business model where everything can be earned for free, albeit with a time investment. While the narrative elements are less pronounced compared to older titles, players appreciate the interesting missions and the introduction of unique units and mechanics, such as a morale system that adds depth to gameplay. Overall, the focus is on player engagement and customization rather than a traditional narrative.
“The older games certainly didn't have multiplayer, but the missions were fairly interesting and featured unique units like the man-portable mortar and the officer. The morale system allowed for victories in battles of attrition, rather than just focusing on destroying the enemy base.”
“Story time!”
“The missions were engaging and added depth to the gameplay, making each encounter feel significant and rewarding.”
“The story is incredibly shallow and fails to engage the player, leaving a lot to be desired.”
“I found the narrative to be disjointed and lacking depth, making it hard to care about the characters or their journeys.”
“The plot twists were predictable and the overall storyline felt rushed, which detracted from the gaming experience.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many players praise the AI's smart pathfinding and smooth unit movements, some report persistent bugs and lag issues. Although there are fewer glitches compared to earlier versions, players still hope for further improvements to enhance the overall experience.
“Very buggy and laggy still, hopefully improvements.”
“Less glitches... not many things unbalanced... nothing gamebreaking ... all in all very good 'straight line' strategy game.”
“There may be some glitches and bugs where infantry may stop moving or vehicles take odd paths.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is currently limited due to the lack of diverse game modes and playable factions, with only 1v1 matches available between the USA and Russia. However, players express hope for future updates that could introduce additional modes and factions, enhancing the overall experience. Despite these limitations, the game is still recommended for its fun and quick gameplay.
“Fun and quick play. I would like to see some more game modes; for now, it's only 1v1 and only two nations to play as: USA and Russia. I wish to see more game modes like 2v2, 3v3, or something new, and also more playable factions like Germany, China, or even some others. Maybe in the future, there will be more content, but for now, and for free, I really recommend this game.”
“An update was pushed that made the game far more playable.”
“Fun and quick play, I would like to see some more game modes. For now, it's only 1v1 and also only two nations to play as: USA and Russia. I wish to see more game modes like 2v2, 3v3, or something new, and also more playable factions like Germany, China, or even some ISIS. Maybe in the future, there will be more content, but for now, and for free, I really recommend this game.”
“Fun and quick play, I would like to see some more game modes. For now, it's only 1v1 and also only two nations to play as: USA and Russia. I wish to see more game modes like 2v2, 3v3, or something new, and also more playable factions like Germany, China, or even some ISIS. Maybe in the future, there will be more content, but for now, and for free, I really recommend this game.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is currently lacking, particularly when spamming infantry, but as it is in early access, users express hope for future improvements and recognize its potential to become one of the best titles from the developer.
“This game is in early access, so I don't expect much in terms of performance right now, but I see the potential for it to become the best game that Con Artist has ever made.”
“The optimization is impressive for an early access title, and I can see it evolving into something truly remarkable.”
“Even in its current state, the game shows great promise for optimization, and I look forward to seeing how it develops.”
“Performance isn't the best, especially if you spam infantry.”
“By the way, this game is in early access, so I don't really expect to see much performance at the moment, but I see potential that this game will be the best game that Con Artist ever made (or at least Last Stand: Dead Zone is better).”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as epic, particularly in the main menu, while the background soundtrack during combat is considered good, especially compared to other games that lack such features. The sound design, including weapon effects and unit voice acting, is praised for its clarity and variety, although some dialogue is noted to be missing. However, the overall music is perceived as generic.
“The music is epic (at least in the main menu), and if there's any background soundtrack while fighting, it is good. A lot of games don't even bother having background soundtracks, and the sounds are great, from firing weapons and assets to units announcing their arrival and situations. Each unit has their own voices, with multiple different sentences for the same unit, and they can even tell you what they are facing. Warfare games have always had absolutely great voice acting, but it's very clear this time, albeit some dialogue is missing for now.”
“The music sounds generic.”
“The music sounds generic.”
“The music lacks originality and feels very generic.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is derived from its exaggerated emphasis on the tactical advantage of troops in cover, highlighting the absurdity of this mechanic through repetition. Players find amusement in the game's over-the-top portrayal of strategy, which adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience.
“The funny thing is this game puts so much emphasis on the fact that the troops behind cover will 9 out of 10 times win against troops who aren't behind cover.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players consistently express frustration with the excessive grinding required in the game, noting that even after unlocking new content, they must spend in-game currency to purchase it. This mechanic detracts from the overall enjoyment and progression experience.
“The only real issue with this game is the massive amounts of grinding and how, when you unlock something, you have to buy it.”
