Clash of Clans

In Clash of Clans, your objective is to build a base and prepare defenses against incoming attacks. At the same time, you can train troops to use in battles against other players or AI bases.

Designing your defenses

When defending your base, preparing the right layers of defenses takes a lot of thoughtful planning. Choosing what to place and where to place it can make a huge difference in the outcome of a battle. For example, placing a cannon strategically can take down any attackers before they reach your town hall.

Tactical attacking

Attacking offers the same level of strategic planning. You must choose carefully where to place troops on the map. When attacking other bases, you must destroy a certain number of buildings to secure a victory. The more buildings you destroy, the better rewards you'll be given. Destroying key buildings, such as the town hall, is a guaranteed way to earn a victory star.

Navigating time gates

The flow of gameplay is ultimately determined by the time-based building mechanics. It takes resources and time to build new structures, and time to train your armies. Alternatively, you can spend real money on the game to speed up the building and training times. Players who don't want to spend money on the game are forced to wait, especially in the later stages of the game, sometimes for days or even weeks at a time.

This makes Clash of Clans a great game for those able to spare a few minutes each day - they can prepare their day's building plans and training of new troops, and then come back the next day, when new troops and buildings have been created. This also makes it not such a great deal for those looking for a game to play for extended periods of time at once. The game can sometimes be a little restrictive for those unwilling to spend real money.