CastleStorm

 PlayStation Vita
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Everyeye.it
    Dec 19, 2013
    85
    Fast, funny and deep, CastleStorm convinces thanks to a gameplay that melts together action and RPG elements to perfection.
  2. GameCritics
    Dec 19, 2013
    85
    After completing the campaign and getting in what multiplayer I could, I walked away from CastleStorm feeling satisfied and impressed in nearly every respect.
  3. PlayStation Universe
    Nov 11, 2013
    80
    A potentially new strategy hit on the pro circuit. The single player aspects are short but this game is all about the online multiplayer competition, with lots of subtle depth that will make any Korean pro go crazy.
  5. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Nov 6, 2013
    80
    There’s an entertaining story accompanying a decent-length campaign, there’s a handful of multiplayer options, and strategy is required if you’re going to play against another person.
  6. Push Square
    Nov 6, 2013
    80
    CastleStorm brilliantly fuses various game genres into a single additive package. While the learning curve is a little bit high, and the controls can be quite finicky at times, smashing up castles is undeniably enjoyable.
  7. Pocket Gamer UK
    Nov 6, 2013
    80
    Mixing elements from Angry Birds, Swords and Soldiers, and the best tower-defence games, CastleStorm is the real deal for PS Vita.
  8. Gaming Age
    Nov 21, 2013
    75
    At its best, CastleStorm is slightly above-average, and unfortunately it's not at its best nearly enough.
  9. Gamestyle
    Nov 22, 2013
    70
    Overall there is a lot CastleStorm has to offer with a reasonable size campaign and multiplayer options too. Minor control niggles aside, if you are looking for something to play other than Angry Birds on the Vita you could certainly do with picking up a copy of this to see you through those winter (K)nights.
  10. PlaySense
    Nov 7, 2013
    70
    A tower defense game that challenges your intellect and convinces with a unique visual style. The castle editor extends the experience, though overall CastleStorm lacks the content to be anything more than a quickie while waiting for the next big title to hit the shelves.

Awards & Rankings

15
#15 Best PS Vita Game of 2013
33
#33 Most Discussed PS Vita Game of 2013
18
#18 Most Shared PS Vita Game of 2013

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User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 34 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 34
  3. Negative: 4 out of 34
  1. xxAcesHighxx
    Nov 7, 2013
    9
    I haven't posted many reviews here on Metacritic in recent weeks, but I’ve had suuuuuch a blast with CastleStorm on my Vita, that I justI haven't posted many reviews here on Metacritic in recent weeks, but I’ve had suuuuuch a blast with CastleStorm on my Vita, that I just couldn’t resist logging in and shouting it from the rooftops!

    CastleStorm is one of those rare games that within minutes of booting it up for the very first time, you’re sucked right into the heart of the action…and it just gets better and better the more you play it. Highly recommended for fans of strategy, adventure and even physics-based puzzlers! Whether you’re after a casual pick-up-and-play experience or something more meaty with tons of depth, CastleStorm has you covered.

    I realise that I’m gushing a little here, but as far as I’m concerned, Zen’s latest PSN offering is right up there with the very best downloadables available on Vita today. Yep, *THAT* good!    … Full Review »
  2. YellowKoala
    Nov 24, 2013
    9
    Great castle defence & attack game. The $10 price seems right for the quality and length of the game. The graphics and sounds are good,Great castle defence & attack game. The $10 price seems right for the quality and length of the game. The graphics and sounds are good, gameplay is fun.… Full Review »
  3. Kaprawiec
    May 2, 2016
    9
    Best angry birds and tower defence game I've played.
    You can level things up, play a little beatem up, build Your own castle etc.
    The    Best angry birds and tower defence game I've played.
    You can level things up, play a little beatem up, build Your own castle etc.
    The graphics are nice and the story is quite funny.    … Full Review »
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