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By Chris Morris
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Multiplayer mode enlivens freemium combat strategy game.
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Clash of Clans
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Kids say that this mobile game is a fun and strategic experience suitable for children aged 8 and up, offering engaging gameplay with a significant social element. However, many users express concerns about the pay-to-win aspects, the potential for inappropriate chat interactions in clans, and the overall addictive nature of the game.
- fun gameplay
- social interaction
- pay-to-win concerns
- chat issues
- suitable for kids
- addictive nature
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What's It About?
It's all about resources in this game. You'll spend your in-game cash on resources, such as cannons, shelter, and decorations, and then attack other camps to gain money, which you'll spend to get more resources. What makes CLASH OF CLANS unique is the mix of artificial-intelligence enemies and the ability to battle real-world friends and foes. When real-world enemies destroy your village, you're able to watch a replay of the battle to observe their tactics and shore up defenses for the next attack. (It's also worth noting that even if your village is destroyed in battle, all major buildings remain undamaged from your perspective, though you will need to rearm traps.)
Is It Any Good?
Clash of Clans doesn't make any dramatic changes to the strategy formula, but it does make just enough refinements to recapture the genre's addictive elements. Players are on a familiar treadmill, building a base and attacking others, but the introduction of the multiplayer element and the ability to see exactly how your defenses were overcome (battles happen independent of the gameplay you see) let you learn from your mistakes. And, for players who don't want to take part in player-versus-player combat, there's a strong solo campaign.
The game gives players an adequate amount of resources to start, but, to really build a powerhouse, they'll ultimately need to rely on in-app purchases (or be extremely lucky in battles). This free app also has been one of the top-grossing apps, so many users do opt to purchase gems with real money. The AI of your troops is frustrating, though. (They'll be looting a building and be seemingly unaware that they're being fired upon.) Also, the time it takes for buildings and upgrades to be completed can get frustrating. Overall, though, this is a fine choice for strategy fans.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Encourage teens to play real-world strategy games, such as chess.
When teens fail at a task, have them review it mentally and determine how to improve their performance next time.
App Details
- Devices : iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad , Android
- Pricing structure : Free (The app is free to download and play, but players can buy gems via in-app purchase; packs range from $5 to $100.)
- Release date : November 6, 2013
- Genre : Strategy Games
- Publisher : Supercell
- Version : 5.64
- Minimum software requirements : iOS 4.3 or later
- Last updated : November 11, 2020
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