LostStar Tactics
SCORE: 73
It is really neat to see small developers
grow, and improve. Take James Pawliuk for example. Staunch Defense was a
hideous looking game that was extremely solid. So the next game we are
playing of his is LostStar Tactics. This is a turn based strategy game
that sets out to take the genre crown from Shining Force.
I will let you decide if that crown is taken or not. I have my own
opinions on the matter of course. The setting is space, and our
characters have an array of skills. These skills are related to
equip-able items and cards. Ya'll know me, I hate it when games use
cards. Unless they are extras that we use to view. Otherwise I am not a
fan of them.
The graphics in LostStar Tactics are drastically improved from previous
games from this developer. That is the really good news, and it warms my
heart. The bad news is it still has a ways to go to challenge the
Shining Force franchise. There is one screen violence as the characters
use a variety of weapons to injure and ultimately kill off characters on
the opposing side.
The music in LostStar Tactics is very classy. I enjoy listening to it
while trying to decide how to equip my team. The special effect sounds
fit this game masterfully well. I enjoy listening to them while making
my menu screen selections. There are enough levels in LostStar Tactics
to warrant the price. Family Friendly Gaming was provided a download
code for this review.
At first I thought LostStar Tactics was extremely difficult. See I blew
through the first three levels and then hit the proverbial brick wall. I
found I could replay previous levels to level up my team, and to earn
additional items. These items gave me choices in how to take on future
levels. LostStar Tactics will leave you to discover how to beat the
levels yourself. There is a short explanation at the start of the game.
LostStar Tactics is a turn based strategy role playing game done in a
sci-fi setting. We destroy all enemies put in front of us. Different
characters have different skills. Some have certain strengths and
certain weaknesses. The enemies fit into the same boat. Finding the best
course of action will make LostStar Tactics easier.
- Paul
Graphics: 65%
Sound: 79%
Replay/Extras: 75%
Gameplay: 81%
Family Friendly Factor: 66%
System: iPhone/iPod Touch
Publisher: James Pawliuk
Rating: ‘9+’ - 9+
{Infrequent/Mild Cartoon or Fantasy Violence}
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