VANGUARD STORM app for iPhone and iPad


4.4 ( 554 ratings )
Games Entertainment Simulation Strategy
Developer: SQUARE ENIX
3.99 USD
Current version: 1.0.1, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 13 May 2009
App size: 45.42 Mb

VANGUARD STORM is the newest addition to the CRYSTAL DEFENDERS series of "defensive simulation" games.

Players must strategically position units within various formations in order to prevent encroaching monster hordes from breaking through the front lines and stealing the armys crystals.

VANGUARD STORM employs a real-time turn system. Reading the battlefield and determining optimal locations for each allied unit before the turn counter is spent is crucial for victory.

As with CRYSTAL DEFENDERS, VANGUARD STORM also features jobs from the popular FINAL FANTASY Tactics A2.

Each job possesses a variety of different traits. Whether engaging in a concentrated attack or a gradual, widespread assault, players must constantly adjust battle formations in order to best take advantage of their units abilities.

In addition to jobs geared towards offensive maneuvers, there are also jobs which support or enhance other units. White Mages can restore an injured allys HP, while Bishops can increase a nearby units attack power.

Finally, the monsters of VANGUARD STORM come in all different shapes and sizes. Some tread upon the ground, while others attack from the skies. Some even have resistances to certain types of attacks. One important strategy is to recognize these traits and then adjust battle formations accordingly; pitting melee-oriented jobs such as Soldiers against monsters who resist magick, or Archers against aerial enemies.

Pros and cons of VANGUARD STORM app for iPhone and iPad

VANGUARD STORM app good for

I love this game. Its like a unique tower defence; sort of. Its simple yet keeps you on your toes. The only problem is that I wish it was longer.
continuing with the whole final fantasty tactics thing, cant wait to see more come from square enix, one mini game from the final fantasy series i would like to see made or ported to the ipod touch/iphone is the final fantasy 8 card game, its sad to say i never finished that game because THAT card game was great and so addictive, i would like that game become potable, it would be so great if that game was made for the iphone/ipod touch....i am sure many of you would agree that if this game was made it would be it for all the hardcore fans, and even the people who are fans of the main game series would love the card game as well.
Love the game.but my reason for writing this review is to agree with the person beneath me! PLEASE MAKE TRIPLE TRIAD INTO AN IPHONE GAME! THAT GAME WAS AMAZING! so amazing that there are numerous online versions of it! How can you not take advantage?!?!? MAKE THAT FF8 CARD GAME!!!!
I love these little spin-off games. Vanguard and Crystal Defenders are both really awesome, addictive little games. I agree with the persons comment requesting an adaptation of the FF8 Triple Triad card game for the iphone. I think that was -the- most addictive mini game in the FF series (debatable, yes). Regardless, VANGUARD STORM is a lot of fun. I love strategizing over each level. Its always a huge relief when you pass a stage as you think to yourself "is it over? What could they throw at me now?!"
A lot of fun! I really enjoy this game, great for pick up and go gameplay... Plus, its just great. A few bugs need working over, but not enough to lower the rating. I love it. :)
Okay, I own crystal defenders as well and this game IS easier, but damn you never stop thinking! I really recommend this game over defenders because of: Unlockable places Unlockable hard mode Fun strategy! Unique PRICE You level up* Progresses in difficulty appropriately! and All the classes you can use! But... You cant add whoever on the field, you have a choice of 2 pre-picked selections! * your levels reset each location Any ways! 5 stars from me! I hope you like it as much as me!

Some bad moments

Game is very simple, but very overpriced. The quality is also not great. Id be upset to have to watch ads to play this let alone pay $3.
It works for the iPod Touch and iPhone much better than Crystal Defenders. Hard mode is hard. It does what its designed to do: entertain us. Yay.
This game is perfect for the iPhone/iPod Touch. The matches dont drag on, and the strategy is all there too. This game is worth the $5 without a doubt. Get it!
This game made me so angry. I clicked save and quit, exited the app, and then when I opened it again all my progress was gone!!!!!!!!! I had gotten so far :(
Back then when I use to play final fantasy tactics more faster pace and also worth my money !
The icon is wrong. It changes after the game has downloaded. Also, the game wont save my progress when I press SAVE AND QUIT. A waste of money. Im tired of starting over. I have installed the app numerous times and restarted my iTouch just as many.

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