Forts
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About Forts
Forts is a real-time strategy game built around physics-based destruction. Created by EarthWork Games and released in 2017, it tasks players with designing custom bases, arming them with traps and weapons, then watching them crumble under enemy fire. The PC-only title focuses on asymmetrical warfare where creativity and resource management matter as much as firepower. With single-player, co-op, and multiplayer modes, it leans into chaotic, explosive gameplay. The game currently ranks 76 on Twitch, suggesting a dedicated but niche audience. Its charm lies in the tactile feel of building and blowing things up, though the learning curve can be steep.
Gameplay
Each match starts with base construction using materials like wood, steel, and rope. Players must balance durability and cost while placing weapons, walls, and turrets. Combat is real-time and unpredictable, overly rigid structures might collapse under pressure, while flimsy ones disintegrate quickly. Resource management is key: gather cash to upgrade defenses or deploy mobile units. Multiplayer matches often spiral into wild, asymmetrical battles where a well-placed mine or sniper can shift the tide. Co-op modes force teamwork to survive waves of AI attackers. Controls are responsive but demand precision, especially when micromanaging under fire. Sessions typically last 20-40 minutes, with tension peaking as bases go up in smoke.
What Players Think
Forts holds an 86 Metacritic score and 79% Steam rating, split between fans and those struggling with its complexity. The average playtime is 14 hours, with 23% of players completing achievements. Community moods on PlayPile show 42% Frustrated, 31% Competitive, and 18% Curious. Reviews highlight satisfying destruction but cite unclear tutorials and balancing issues. “It’s like building with Legos and setting them on fire,” one user wrote, while another called it “a love letter to engineering nerds.” Multiplayer remains its strongest suit, though solo campaigns feel underdeveloped. The physics engine is praised for its realism, but late-game content is sparse.
PlayPile's Take
Forts is a $20 gamble for strategy fans who enjoy tinkering and demolition. The 23% achievement completion rate reflects its grind-heavy design, but the $20 price softens the risk. It thrives in co-op and PvP, where creativity and adaptability shine. Skip it if you prefer polished tutorials or structured progression. For those who relish trial-and-error experimentation, it’s a chaotic blast. Just be prepared to rebuild more than you’ll ever feel proud of.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
50.7
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