Musket Smoke Reviews

A fun little hex based game, the different capabilities of the units keep gameplay pretty varied. Generally fun, even against the computer.

Right up there with Carrier Battles for Guadalcanal (CBFG). I gave MS 4 stars. The developer DID clearly state that MS is a multiplayer game but I was hoping for a decent solo play experience too since there were Tutorials and Solo Training. I was wrong. No joy for solo play so I’m deleting MS. As a professional iOS game reviewer wrote recently, developers maybe realizing that there is a big market for solo play games. I don’t play MMOs, multiplayer (Not completely true. I did play Doom when it first could use Novell Networks), nor online games. I’ve had way more negative experiences than good ones. Less BS and more enjoyment. The solo play in MS is crippled not giving wind the indicator, etc. (Why remove that (or why leave it in the manual just with lines through it?)) It’s the whole page. Just remove it. And no campaigns.

I was drooling at the way this game is designed when I dug into the manual. And it’s my favorite period of warfare history. (I would love to find a tank warfare (local solo play) sim/game with MS level of detail and depth of strategy. The search continues.

Add a true solo game feature and I’d gladly pay for it as an add on with the great play detail with the multiplayer!

A great game with a simple to understand but still interesting combat system. Its only really worth getting for the expansion pack, and now a days only the best players still play, so it’s hard to get involved. Still fun even as you lose though, and you can always improve!

Easy to play, hard to master. The community of players is welcoming and the games variable. I would like the designers to develop other games and substantially improve the solo training to better reflect the unpredictability the player will encounter in head-to-head play.

One of the most enjoyable game experiences ever! Kill their leader, make them surrender, or keep them from completing the mission. It's that simple...but it's much, much more challenging to master. 907bigdogak

Lot of fun if your into Pike and Musket era warfare. I really enjoy it!!

i wanna buy more maps and cant

I love this game. Matches take weeks at a time if they’re good. Consequences are harsh. If you lose you can always rematch and learn more from your opponent. It’s a great game of sacrifice or defense. Every unit can survive the battle if you choose or if you really want you can sacrifice one for a greater reward. I purchased the campaign ‘cause I liked this game so much and after purchasing the campaign it’s really all I play. For those that like action and reaction and thinking about those things before they happen this game is great.

I’ve never had so much fun

Very addicting, fun strategy game! Can't stop playing..

Fantastic game. A map editor and an offline campaign mode would be a nice addition

Good game

I have this on my IPhone and it is the best. I am always looking for games with strategies and old time weapons, ever since then I have been hunting games like this one and guess what?! I am here now and I love it!!!!

I highly recommend this game to anyone who loves hex map historical games. Very well thought out with some unique twists to even the playing field with newbies while retaining the interest for advanced players. The mini game is lots of fun without the fog of war, but the campaign game is a real challenge. Get this game!

A very fun and detailed turn-based game. Excellent manual to help you learn how to play.
I'm glad I gave this a try. Spend the money to open up the campaign and multiple online games option!
Update: after playing for a month it doesn't get old or boring. The more skilled players are very helpful. They give advise and answer questions too!

Simple, comprehensive, and a decent AI in solo matches. I'd definitely recommend MusketSmoke, as it's got everything you'd expect from the era it covers in a clean, easy-on-the-eyes UI. I haven't encountered any bugs, so the makers obviously put a good amount of work and care into their product. Definitely glad I found MusketSmoke instead of blowing a hundred dollars or so on Holy League miniatures!

One of the best games on iPad hands down, rivals chess, IMO. If you like Napoleonic era war gaming Musket Smoke is a must to try out as the gaming system is very realistic and great fun to play. Additionally, the Naarden campaign is well worth it and offers an added dimension of fog of war and hidden units out of line of sight. Very realistic.

There have been several updates to make the game a bit more fair for newcomers. I think they will work out in the end to make an improved MS.

Do not be troubled if you do not win your first several campaigns. There are a lot of experienced players who will offer suggestions if asked.

Excellent support, already had several questions answered.

I love tactical, hex and counter board war games. Unfortunately, only a few of my friends do too. In person gaming sessions are thus few and far between. This game perfectly scratches that itch with online play. The community of players seems very active and welcoming so far. I am addicted to this game even though I have only played a couple matches.

This game has a steep learning curve (but quite good tutorial and practice matches). But as you figure out the nuances, it becomes more and more interesting and challenging. And the community of players is pretty welcoming and helpful in figuring things out. Highly recommended.

I haven't had time to play lately and am just getting back to it - impressed enough again to update my review :)

The game itself is great. The new player zone training mod however is flawed. As some player deliberately take advantage of it to not kill any unit while killing as many men as possible.

its now fixed. Great game