Art of War 2 is a strategic war game (war is a keyword here). Unlike most other strategy games, you don’t have to mine or worry about replenishing your resources - all your stocks are refilled automatically.
That makes a lot of sense given the small size of smartphone screens where it’s basically impossible to keep track of all the action on a large map.
So relax, sit-back and focus on winning the war!
Despite the simplifications in the game concept, the game itself isn’t any less challenging.
There’s an interactive tutorial after you start up in campaign mode that provides an explanation for all of the most important functions. Text bubbles appear throughout the giving with additional hints and tips to playing the game correctly. Unfortunately, the tutorial is long, boring and a pain in the butt to read through (more details in the Screen & Controls section below).
Starting from the main building, you can construct different new structures to help your war campaign. Every building has a specific function like, for example, military training.
Tap once to select one unit and double-tap in order to select all units at once.
In order to launch an attack on your enemy’s forces, select your units and tap your opponent’s troops.
As you advance in the game, you’ll have the opportunity to upgrade your troops in order to improve their weaponry and effectiveness.
I really like the fact that you could save your current progress in a game at any point. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to save multiple games.
The repetitive background music gets unbearably annoying after a short while. And there aren’t any game sounds except for the crappy background music. What a bore!
How can you play a war game without any shooting and battle sounds?
Theoretically, you’re supposed to be able to play a custom game, but it’s not clear how to get there. Every time I tried starting on up, a message came up telling there weren’t any maps available.
Bottom Line:
Art of War 2 boasts a really awesome game concept. Not having to worry about resources makes the game more thrilling and action-packed. Instead playing games that go on for hours if not days (Starcraft and Diablo addicts will know what I’m talking about), it’s possible to have a lot of fun without wasting a whole lot of time with this game.
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