Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest
- November 18, 2019
- Hunted Cow Games
- 1h median play time
Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest is a strategy game that allows you to form alliances, battle in wars, and defend your citadel in a quest for power. With an intriguing story and stellar gameplay, the game boasts perfect visuals and good music to enhance the experience. However, be prepared for lots of grinding, annoying ads, and occasional bugs that can hinder gameplay.
Reviews
- The art style is gorgeous, and the mini animations of various structures in the player's base are intricate and well done.
- The sound is ominous and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game has a strong community, and players can get a lot out of it without paying.
- If the clan leader stops playing, you can't depose him, leading to frustration among members.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress.
- There are significant issues with loading times and crashes, making the game unplayable for some users.
- graphics310 mentions
- 72 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning visuals, intricate art style, and attention to detail, making it visually appealing, especially for fans of the Warhammer universe. However, some players expressed disappointment with the lack of combat animations and occasional graphical bugs, suggesting that while the aesthetics are impressive, the gameplay mechanics could benefit from further development. Overall, the graphics are considered one of the game's strongest aspects, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“The art style is gorgeous, the mini animations of various structures in the player's base (forge, mills, etc.) are intricate and well done.”
“Phenomenal graphics and artwork as I would have expected from Games Workshop.”
“A visually beautiful game, high quality artwork and a fantastical take on the base builder format.”
“Only wish there were better visuals for battles, because there are none other than your warlord/champion walking up to a mob and swinging at it once.”
“Graphics are subpar, splash art for monsters and armies are lazy.”
“The game is crashing non-stop since the update, chat box function hardly works with pop-up keyboard, keeps collapsing keyboard before you can type, no graphics in battles which is really disappointing for such a visually rich genre.”
- gameplay205 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its graphics and fun mechanics, while others criticize it for being a repetitive, pay-to-win experience with minimal strategic depth. Some users appreciate the engaging events and smooth controls, but express frustration over balance issues and a lack of meaningful gameplay beyond basic resource management and button tapping. Overall, while the game has potential and a dedicated fanbase, it is often seen as a generic mobile title that fails to innovate within its genre.
“The gameplay is brilliant and has many different working parts that work together flawlessly.”
“Gameplay is fun, building up your base and getting new units, but ultimately a frustration to spend actual days waiting for high tier units to build, only to have them killed overnight by a player who dumps coin in and auto-wins.”
“Great graphics, gameplay, and a responsive admin staff.”
“There is no gameplay beyond tapping buttons to upgrade or attack things.”
“The gameplay is nothing to do with Warhammer, just the same mobile game rubbish in a different skin.”
“Absolutely terrible, cut and paste gameplay seen a million times before.”
- monetization92 mentions
- 12 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 59 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has been widely criticized for being overly aggressive and heavily reliant on microtransactions, with many players feeling it resembles a cash grab rather than a balanced gaming experience. While some users acknowledge that it is possible to play without spending money, the pressure to purchase in-game items and the prevalence of ads for expensive bundles create a frustrating environment, particularly for those who do not wish to engage in pay-to-win mechanics. Overall, the monetization strategy has detracted from the enjoyment of the game for many players, leading to disappointment and frustration.
“This game has a pretty good concept and a monetization model that's about what you expect.”
“Yes, it has in-game purchases, but you really don't need to buy them since you can win just by grinding a little, and the grinding becomes easier if you join an alliance.”
“The microtransactions are not over the top and give a great deal.”
“The major issue that I have is how aggressively the monetization is pushed on the players.”
“This isn't a game, this is an app designed to take all of your money and provide you with nothing, and everyone involved doesn't care enough about the work and it shows, terrible balance, borderline illegal monetization, and unchecked whales are allowed to curb stomp newer players into uninstalling.”
“A shameless cash grab game with a poorly pasted on theme designed to make you spend as much money as possible in order to play, unless you're happy waiting weeks for things to build.”
- story54 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its engaging elements and unique Warhammer setting, while others criticize it for lacking depth and meaningful choices. Many users express a desire for a more developed narrative and additional story modes to enhance gameplay, as the current quests often feel repetitive and disconnected from a cohesive storyline. Overall, while the graphics and initial story elements are praised, there is a consensus that the game could benefit from a more substantial and immersive narrative experience.
“Love the storyline too.”
“The voice acting is awesome and awesome story.”
“Great story and gameplay!”
“There is no endgame, no real story to finish, no way to really win unless you have unlimited cash to spend on it.”
“No meaningful choices or story.”
“Same quests day after day.”
- grinding52 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is widely described as highly grindy, requiring significant time investment for upgrades and resources, which can become tedious, especially for players unwilling to spend on in-game purchases. While some players find enjoyment in the farming mechanics and community aspects, many express frustration over the imbalance created by pay-to-win elements, where higher-level players can easily overpower those who have invested time without spending money. Overall, the grinding aspect is a defining feature, with mixed feelings about its impact on gameplay experience.
“Game is fun, decently forgiving, but very grindy.”
“Mostly a fun experience, until you realize that anyone with a wallet can erase a week's worth of grinding in an instant.”
“Game is designed with mechanics that make things tedious in order to incentivize you to hand over money.”
- stability39 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezes, and connection issues that hinder gameplay. Many players experience crashes during loading screens, particularly on the main menu and during transitions, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction with customer support. While some users report minimal issues, the overall consensus indicates that the game is plagued by bugs that detract from the experience.
“So far I've enjoyed it; the artwork looks nice and appropriate for the style. Also, the music is very fitting. The game mechanics are very simple but very rewarding. So far, there have been no glitches, crashes, or errors, which is very common in a game like this.”
“Playing it for a little bit so far, so good. No glitches, no problems whatsoever. I haven't paid a dime on it and have no problem logging in when I log out.”
“No glitches yet, easy to navigate.”
“The game glitches and randomly drops shields so people with no life and thousands to spend on the game can prey on you in attempts to force you to pay money to recoup your losses.”
“Game is a buggy mess and I can't even get through the tutorial due to the connection to server issue.”
“Freezes and kicks me off every time I play.”
- music17 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with many praising its fitting and immersive qualities that enhance the overall experience, particularly in relation to the game's art style and mechanics. However, some users have criticized the volume levels during tutorials, which can overshadow important voiceovers. Overall, the soundtrack is described as engaging, with elements reminiscent of rock and heavy metal that resonate well with fans of the Warhammer franchise.
“Good music background.”
“Music makes you feel like you're immersed deep within a story full of intrigue and suspense.”
“Better than the tabletop version, really immerses you in the setting with great music.”
“Developers, if you're going to have gravely voiced guys tell you what to do in the tutorial, don't overpower them with music!”
“The text is tiny, so you could squint down and try to read as music and a rumbling voice distract you.”
“Ten minutes of 'tap here to insta-build', 'tap here to insta-train' tutorial before I can even turn off the god-awful music.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its ominous sound design and visually striking graphics, effectively capturing the essence of the Warhammer universe. Reviewers appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of early Games Workshop titles, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a standout feature that enhances its enjoyment.
“The sound is ominous and atmospheric.”
“The game is a lot of fun and the atmosphere of it is great.”
“Great so far, very atmospheric; it captures the old school feel of early GW games.”
“The atmosphere feels stale and uninspired, lacking the depth that I expected.”
“Despite the visuals, the atmosphere fails to immerse me in the game world.”
“The game tries to create a dark atmosphere, but it ends up feeling more cliché than compelling.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization on mobile devices has received mixed reviews. While some players have experienced significant improvements in framerate following recent updates, others report persistent performance issues, including freezing and poor compatibility with certain devices. The game's high-definition graphics may contribute to its demanding performance requirements, making it challenging for some users to enjoy a smooth experience.
“I don't know if some dev just found the holy grail of optimization, but the last update just blew the framerate through the roof.”
“The game runs smoothly, and when an issue happens, it is dealt with swiftly by amazing customer service.”
“I like the game; it has a great starting tutorial. I didn't make it far, but it is something I could get interested in if it were optimized for Motorola.”
“Major performance issues on mobile, tendency to freeze like Lilith games do.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of twisted wit and irony, with players finding amusement in its over-the-top mechanics and graphics. While some reviews highlight the game's comedic elements, others note a satirical take on the pay-to-play model, suggesting that the humor often stems from the absurdity of the game's balance. Overall, players appreciate the humor as a standout feature, contributing to an entertaining experience.
“Badass build & conquer type game, with twisted humor and awesome graphics!”
“Laugh out loud (I'm not really laughing)”
“This game is hilariously amazing”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's tutorial, feeling that unclear instructions and a lack of intuitive controls lead to feelings of inadequacy and confusion. This emotional response highlights a disconnect between player expectations and the game's design, impacting overall enjoyment.
“I wouldn't have put in a ticket if that answer would have solved my issue because it's something I already do on a regular basis, and the way they said it made me feel stupid.”