Clash of Clans made its debut in 2012 on iOS and in 2013 on Android. Its initial run saw it stand alongside other top games of the time, but its longevity cannot be questioned, as it is still one of the most popular mobile games today.
For some people, it's the crafting and upgrading strategy element, while others with a more competitive spirit look forward to versus battles and the overall fun of the raiding experience. It helps too that the developers continuously keep the game updated.
Often when people think about games that have been running for this long, they may have reservations about trying to play. After all, others have had the chance to get good for so long that the experience may not be very welcoming, right?
That's not necessarily the case with Clash of Clans, but there are some things you want to think about before you decide if getting the game is right for you.
Your Time
To be fair, there are a variety of different ways to play the game. You can simply enjoy the casino, jump into the single-player mode, or dive into multiplayer where you test your skills against other players.
However, there is going to be a significant time investment required if you want to enjoy the depth that the game has to offer. You may want to reconsider if you're not going to have that kind of time.
Strategy Elements
The word “strategy” has been thrown around a couple of times, because, at its core, that is what Clash of Clans is. Which upgrade are you going to do next? What will your troop compositions look like? Are you a Valkyrie person or do you prefer dragons and balloons for your attacks?
These are just a couple of potentially many questions that could be asked. Some people love strategy games while others simply don't enjoy them. Make your decision based on where you stand on the spectrum.
Being a Beginner at This Stage
This is one of the big concerns that new players will have. Are they going to just go in and get steamrolled by those who have been around longer? To be fair, there is a ranking and matchmaking system that is meant to prevent just that. There are also comprehensive guides to get you started.
Additionally, you won't have the same kind of time investment to make that many of the others before you had to go through. Ask any Clash of Clans player who was around before the last half-decade, for example. They will tell you that the grind now is probably only half as difficult as it used to be. The waiting game isn't that rough anymore.
The Social Aspect Is Awesome
Some people jump into games for the social aspects that they bring, and Clash of Clans can provide that kind of satisfaction. The word “clans” is there for a reason, as you're going to be joining them.
While some people do so with randoms or those whom they may meet online, you can join up with your friends and family. This is where you get into discussing strategies as a team, donating troops, looking at team member bases for inspiration, and capitalizing on friendly challenges to sharpen your attacking abilities.
Free to Play
Clash of Clans is a free-to-play game. These are words that are welcoming for some and discouraging to others. This will depend on where you stand on the idea of the “freemium” business model. You don't have to pay a thing to download the game and start playing.
However, the wait times and random elements to the upgrading systems, skins, and rewards, without spending can sometimes make things feel like a chore.
Of course, you are welcome to spend real money on in-app purchases to get those upgrades quicker. Additionally, you can subscribe monthly, which will give you those skins and rewards that you want.
There are also third-party services that you can use for your convenience too!
Final Remarks
Clash of Clans can be a tremendous experience, which is the reason why it has managed to remain relevant and successful all these years. Even as a new player, there's a lot of fun to be had with the single-player and multiplayer elements, but it depends on what appeals to you.
