Reviews of xTactics - turn based strategy

By: Saber Interactive Inc.

List of user reviews and ratings for xTactics - turn based strategy

Total ratings

1.93 (Rating count: 341)

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Review summary

The app is praised for its easy-to-learn tactical gameplay reminiscent of XCOM and satisfying combat mechanics. However, users widely report frequent crashes and poor optimization that hamper usability. Its limited maps, lack of storyline, and minimal progression result in repetitive play. Gameplay balance issues like overpowered medics and unfair level matching, along with buggy abilities, reduce strategic depth. Many desire more content, improved stability, and gameplay refinements for a better overall experience.

Pros

Simple and easy-to-understand turn-based tactical gameplay similar to XCOM.
Strategic and satisfying combat mechanics that can feel like PvP and offer tactical depth.
Appealing character designs and streamlined action point system.
Good for quick tactical gaming sessions to kill a few minutes.

Cons

Frequent crashes and stability issues, especially at startup and during navigation, affecting playability.
Very limited content with only a few maps and no storyline, campaign, or overarching goals leading to repetitiveness.
Poor optimization causing lag and excessive resource usage even on mid-range devices.
Unbalanced gameplay with overpowered medics and level mismatches causing unfair fights.
Bugs in abilities and mechanics such as line of sight and healing rendering tactics less effective.

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User Reviews

Recent rating average: 1.80

All time rating average: 1.93

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22% (8)

Date	Author	Comment
2024-11-17	Ri*****	I was so excited about this game, but all has to offer is; baseless 3 player tactical battle, No storyline/campaign No cut scene. It has the potential to become XCom for mobile but it seems the developers aren't interested.
I was so excited about this game, but all has to offer is; baseless 3 player tactical battle, No storyline/campaign No cut scene. It has the potential to become XCom for mobile but it seems the developers aren't interested.
2024-11-02	Am*****	Tried it again - I loved it. But on restart it seems to have allowed to a crawl - can't get past the first screen. There's a memory issue somewhere with this app and loading, and it's not with my phone.
Tried it again - I loved it. But on restart it seems to have allowed to a crawl - can't get past the first screen. There's a memory issue somewhere with this app and loading, and it's not with my phone.