Warpath: Ace Shooter

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Warpath: Ace Shooter is a strategy game with sensational graphics and gameplay, offering an intriguing story and plenty of humor. However, it has grinding mechanics, annoying ads, and several bugs. As advertised, you can crush your foes and rule the battlefield, but it may require patience and persistence. The game is recommended for those who enjoy strategic combat and have the patience to handle its drawbacks.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,938 reviews

graphics475 positive mentions

monetization650 negative mentions

monetization
719 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
4%
90%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players highlighting the prevalence of misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay. Users report a heavy reliance on microtransactions, often labeling the game as "pay-to-win," which creates a frustrating experience for free-to-play players. While some players appreciate the lack of intrusive ads during gameplay, the overall sentiment suggests that the game's monetization strategy prioritizes profit over player experience, leading to a disconnect between expectations set by advertisements and the actual game.
- “There are microtransactions (in-game purchases) but there are ways around that which makes the game fun.”
- “No ads, totally optional to pay (you can get so far to see the game without spending a dime!).”
- “Microtransactions aren't that bad compared to most games but I also haven't hit a pay wall just yet.”
- “The game's focus on monetization makes it clear that the developers are more interested in profits than providing a fair and enjoyable experience.”
- “Very pay to win and shoves ads in your face nonstop.”
- “The ads promised 30 free draws that were a straight lie or not explained at all, and the base drawing system that you are introduced to from the start has no more than 5 unique basic units that I was able to draw only by using all of the active promo codes.”
graphics
632 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
21%
4%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and attention to detail, particularly in character designs and battle scenes. However, some users report issues with lag, crashes, and misleading promotional materials that do not accurately represent the in-game visuals. Overall, while the graphics are often highlighted as a strong point, technical performance and consistency remain areas of concern for many players.
- “The graphics are amazing, now the controls are very good but sometimes my troops will move somewhere when I didn't tell them to.”
- “The graphics and sound effects are impressive, immersing you in the realistic battlefield environment.”
- “The concept is brilliant and could work amazingly, I found the graphics impressive for a mobile game and I loved the attention to detail from some of the historical character types.”
- “The trailer and pictures couldn't be more misleading about the graphics.”
- “This game is dull and the graphics are tiny and hard to read what's going on.”
- “I just don't like how this game's graphics look like paper or something.”
gameplay
554 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
49%
10%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging mechanics and graphics, while others criticize it for being repetitive, laggy, and not matching the advertised experience. Players have noted issues with balance, excessive pay-to-win elements, and a lack of clarity in game mechanics, leading to frustration and a sense of disconnection from the gameplay shown in ads. Overall, while some find the gameplay enjoyable and addictive, others feel it falls short of expectations and suffers from technical issues.
- “The gameplay is smooth and the controls are easy to learn.”
- “Brilliant game, amazing concept and the gameplay is amazing.”
- “Fantastic gameplay... lots of daily missions and long term goals.”
- “The battlefield mechanics are awful and full of bugs and glitches.”
- “Turns out that the gameplay is nothing close to the gameplay shown in ads.”
- “The gameplay is vastly different than what is advertised.”
story
419 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
56%
5%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its initial engagement and immersive elements, particularly in the early chapters, while others criticize it for becoming repetitive and lacking depth as the campaign progresses. Many users noted that the narrative feels disjointed and often lacks clarity, leading to confusion during missions. Additionally, the absence of voice acting in later stages and the reliance on filler missions detract from the overall storytelling experience, leaving players wanting more substantial content and variety.
- “The campaign is very gripping and I can't wait to see what happens next in the story as it unfolds!”
- “Amazing game, awesome storyline and superb graphics.”
- “The story is beautifully written and presented, the fighting style is unique and fascinating and just the graphics in general are amazing.”
- “The plot is one-dimensional and shallow, a feeble rewriting of World War II.”
- “But the game does get boring really quick but the most disappointing thing is the campaign; after the first 2 or 3 chapters, the dialog just stops basically, you don't get to have those special missions where you get reinforcements with the AI.”
- “Game was enjoyable through the 1st chapter but once that first chapter is complete, the game goes very basic and no story; I also have the constant problem logging in, have been playing the game for a while and it is fun, but the constant inaccessibility is kind of annoying.”
stability
271 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
98%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Players experience issues during critical moments, such as battles and loading screens, making the game nearly unplayable at times. Despite some updates attempting to address these problems, many users feel that the game remains buggy and unrefined, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.
- “Not buggy.”
- “No glitches and gameplay is pretty easy.”
- “Best enjoyed on a tablet; it's bug-free now!”
- “The game constantly freezes to the point that it is simply unplayable.”
- “Every time I try to attack or get attacked, the game just freezes until all my units are gone.”
- “However, the game freezes repeatedly in the middle of the war!”
grinding
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
Reviews indicate that the game's grinding aspect has become excessively tedious and repetitive, particularly after recent updates that shifted the focus from combat to resource farming. Players express frustration over long wait times for resource production and upgrades, leading to a lack of engaging gameplay and a feeling of being stuck in endless cycles of farming. While some players appreciate the grind as part of the experience, many feel it detracts from the game's original appeal and makes it less enjoyable over time.
- “This game is really fun and cool. It's easy to understand, and it's not all that grindy to level up your buildings.”
- “Update is nice and all but it's starting to get very grindy and repetitive at higher levels.”
- “The game is nothing like the trailers and ads.. 90% of the game is just clicking in endless menus, doing busywork and farming the same things over and over.”
- “Horrible update, I've been playing the game for a while now, recent updates have pretty much turned the game into a farming game, no one is going to attack bases anymore, pretty much making the game unplayable.”
optimization
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
Overall, the game's optimization is a significant concern among users, with many reporting severe lag, freezing, and crashes, particularly after recent updates. While some players experience smooth performance on higher-end devices, others with mid-range phones face persistent issues, leading to frustration and potential uninstallation. There is a strong desire for developers to prioritize performance improvements over new features and monetization strategies to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The game has an extremely immersive storyline that just won't let you go sometimes, in other words the gameplay is amazing, the graphics are pretty good looking and well optimized, while the controls could use a bit of work.”
- “Just overall fun with excellent performance!”
- “Lagging so bad that my phone performance comes to a crawl and I have to force close the game.”
- “This game needs serious optimization.”
- “Although I love the game and have been playing it since it was released, the performance issues are simply unacceptable.”
humor
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
11%
The humor in the game is described as inconsistent and often unintentional, with players finding amusement in the game's bugs, misleading ads, and repetitive developer responses. While some appreciate the corny dialogue and voice acting, many feel that the overall comedic elements fall flat, making the experience more frustrating than genuinely funny. Overall, the humor is seen as a mixed bag, with moments of levity overshadowed by issues like pay-to-win mechanics and lackluster storytelling.
- “Developers basically ignoring this problem, and giving players comically hilariously small compensation gifts.”
- “Dialogue is funny and corny.”
- “Easy to learn, great control of actions, good story, funny voices, overall solid RTS.”
- “Not funny; the most forgettable game of all time.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced throughout.”
- “I expected laughs, but instead, I got cringes.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
50%
19%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while many players appreciate its quality and find it enjoyable, some criticize it for being overly pretentious and not able to be turned off. Additionally, there are complaints about the music continuing to play during glitches, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the music is generally well-regarded, but its integration and the focus on soundtracks over gameplay stability have drawn some negative feedback.
- “The music is great.”
- “The game is so fun, the music is so good, great!!”
- “Graphics, music and sound are all up there.”
- “They are more focused on bringing in useless content like a soundtrack than actually creating stability for the gameplay.”
- “Never mind all this 'narrative' stuff and the pretentious music (which cannot be switched off!), just give me the killing mission so I can get on with it.”
- “This causes distress to people who feel they could lose their accounts after spending money with Lilith Games due to that reason. I'll give 2 stars for the app; it was 5 until I awoke to no maintenance message on the new app, just a stale screen with music.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
25%
13%
Overall, the character development in the game is praised for its engaging design and integration into the gameplay, with players appreciating the strategic elements and narrative depth. However, some users express a desire for more content, such as additional chapters, to further enhance character progression. Despite minor criticisms related to server maintenance, the character designs and development remain a highlight for many players.
- “I guess this is good for people that enjoy things like character development and drama.”
- “Great setup, strategy, simple progress and character development, nice GUI.”
- “I really like the game and the character designs too, but I would like if there were more chapters though.”
- “I really like the game and the character designs too, but I would like it if there were more chapters. Otherwise, nothing else.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The game's atmosphere is reminiscent of strategy titles like "War and Order," emphasizing player control over unit management and power dynamics. However, some players feel this design leads to a frustrating experience, particularly due to the reliance on online connectivity and perceived monetization issues, which detracts from overall enjoyment. Despite these concerns, the game still offers a fun experience for those who appreciate its strategic elements.
- “The game, as far as I have played, creates an atmosphere similar to games like War and Order, but places control of unit numbers and power over to the player rather than a programmed number in the game.”
- “I enjoy the WWII atmosphere; it's really fun and enjoyable, although I wish you could capture villages and other spots without being in an alliance.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is immersive and engaging, making it a unique experience compared to other titles in the genre.”
- “That kind of atmosphere is going to kill the game quickly; I have better things to do than throw money at this cash grab to have a chance of surviving and not being a punching bag.”
- “I'm giving this game a 3-star rating for the simple fact that it's not playable unless you're connected to Wi-Fi. Other than that, it's a really fun and enjoyable game. I do wish you could capture villages and other spots without being in an alliance. I enjoy the 10-pull until you can get and love the WWII atmosphere.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express a desire for WWII-themed games to incorporate historical accuracy and emotional depth, emphasizing the importance of conveying the darker aspects of the era. There is also frustration regarding player support issues, which detracts from the overall emotional connection to the game.
- “If you're going to make a WWII themed game, at least have it somewhat historically accurate and show some emotional depth and poetic darkness to the world.”