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xTactics is a turn-based strategy game set in a cyberpunk world. Assemble a team of mercenaries with unique abilities and engage in tactical combat against AI or other players. With a variety of weapons, abilities, and customization options, xTactics offers deep strategy and intense battles in SEA's first game of its kind.

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Play Modes

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

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44%

Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews

music1 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

Demon Dungeons offers a good turn-based tactical arena shooter experience with mechanics similar to XCOM.
The game has potential and is enjoyable for quick tactical firefights, with a streamlined action point system.
Players appreciate the character variety and the satisfaction of outsmarting opponents using strategy.

The game frequently crashes, making it unplayable for many users, especially during startup and menu navigation.
There is a lack of content, with only a few maps and no overarching goals or campaign mode, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Many players report bugs and performance issues, including lag and freezing, which detracts from the overall experience.

stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezing issues, and bugs affecting gameplay mechanics such as line of sight and ability usage. Many players have experienced significant technical problems, including the game freezing their devices and failing to load properly, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Some of the abilities seem a little buggy, and bots occasionally seem to use skills that aren't available yet.”
- “So yeah, not like I hate this game at all, but I haven't really played it because there's this bug right at the beginning during the tutorial. I tried to confirm using the bomb move on the enemy in the middle, but then the game just freezes. I restarted the game multiple times and it didn't help.”
- “The game won't even load, and when it does, it freezes.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The game's story aspect is heavily criticized for lacking any narrative depth, with players noting the absence of a storyline, campaign mode, or character progression. Reviewers express disappointment over the simplistic 3-on-3 battles and the limited number of maps, suggesting that the addition of a storyline could enhance the overall experience.
- “A storyline (campaign mode) would add depth to the game.”
- “The game could benefit from a more engaging narrative.”
- “Found out it's only 3 on 3 battles with absolutely no agenda or missions, or progress... can't even earn experience.”
- “I was so excited about this game, but all it has to offer is baseless 3-player tactical battles, no storyline or campaign, and no cut scenes.”
- “Update: there's only 2 maps, no storyline, and no character progress.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is reminiscent of XCOM, featuring 3v3 matches against bots on various maps, which players find enjoyable. However, there is a desire for more diverse content, such as a campaign mode or custom campaign creation, as the current repetitive format can lead to boredom.
- “I'm glad to see a new mobile game that plays with similar mechanics to XCOM.”
- “I like the mechanics, but it'd be nice if there was something else to do than play 1v1 with bots, like a campaign or some way to create our own campaigns.”
- “I've played only 2 rounds, and assuming it is just 3v3 games against bots on a new map each time, I will assume I understand the core gameplay experience.”
- “Guess it is a game cloning the XCOM battle mechanics, hence the title.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, particularly after reaching level 7, as they feel there is little incentive to continue improving their units or to keep playing beyond casual enjoyment.
- “After reaching level 7, I don't see any reason why I should continue grinding to improve my units. In effect, I see no reason why I should keep playing other than to kill a few minutes with a tactics game.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find the grind to be repetitive and uninspired, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization model of the game relies heavily on loot boxes and microtransactions, which some users find tiresome and question the game's replayability.
- “I am not sure how much replayability it has, and it has all those loot boxes and microtransactions that are a monetization model I find to be a bit tiresome.”
- “The constant push for in-game purchases really detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see that progress can be easily bought instead of earned through gameplay.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has been criticized for its inability to handle even a relatively simple display, causing significant performance issues on high-end devices like the S22+. Users report that the game struggles with basic elements such as a static UI and a few animated models, indicating poor overall optimization.
- “Even if it's not doing so, the optimization is apparently bad enough to not be able to handle a fairly static display, with a static UI, a chat bubble, and three character models that grow from tiny to normal size, along with an animated start button beacon, before bringing an S22+ to its knees.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their vibrant colors and detailed environments, creating an immersive visual experience. However, some users noted occasional performance issues and texture pop-ins that detracted from the overall aesthetic. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing gameplay and engagement.
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished.”
- “Character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create a visually engaging experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users noting its quality positively.