Aftercharge
- January 10, 2019
- Chainsawesome Games
- 23h median play time
Aftercharge is a 3vs3 competitive shooter game with unique mechanics, where an invisible robot team tries to destroy six glowing extractors while an invincible security squad protects them. The game features online matchmaking with cross-play between PC and Xbox One, allowing players to team up and face off against opponents worldwide. With a unique blend of fresh mechanics and high-octane tactical skirmishes, Aftercharge offers a shooter experience unlike any other.
Reviews
- Aftercharge features a unique and innovative asymmetric gameplay that offers a refreshing twist on the FPS genre, making it fun and engaging.
- The game has beautiful graphics, well-designed characters, and a strong community that actively supports and engages with the developers.
- It provides a good balance of fun and challenge, with strategic depth that encourages teamwork and critical thinking.
- The player base is very small, leading to long queue times and difficulty finding matches, which significantly impacts the overall experience.
- There is a lack of content for the price, with limited game modes and no ranked matchmaking, making it feel incomplete.
- Some players have reported issues with balance, particularly in matches where skill levels are mismatched, leading to frustrating experiences.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its fun and challenging mechanics, requiring tactical thinking and offering a balanced experience despite its asymmetrical nature. Players appreciate the innovative twists on standard mechanics, making it engaging and rewarding once familiarized with the game. Overall, it is considered a worthwhile pick for fans of team-based gameplay.
“It was an awesome game that built up a decently sized community and had a lot of fun gameplay and challenge to it.”
“Aftercharge is a truly innovative hero shooter with awesome twists on standard mechanics while introducing fresh new ones.”
“I have yet to know what the 'orbital strike' mechanic does.”
“It's pretty much a constant game of tag, and it does take some time to get used to the mechanics.”
“The game mechanics work exactly as you would expect them to.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quality and aesthetic appeal, with particular commendation for the fantastic robot designs. Players appreciate the visual style, which adds a unique twist to the overall gaming experience.
“The graphics are good, and the robot design is fantastic.”
“The graphics are beautiful.”
“I'm enjoying the game for its aesthetics and unique twist on a team versus game.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The user humorously reflects on their long-standing connection to the game's community, having joined its Discord in 2017, but admits to forgetting about it due to being part of numerous other Discords. The mention of "story" seems to be a playful nod rather than a detailed commentary on the game's narrative itself.
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the great soundtracks that enhance the overall experience.
“The game features a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
“The music is absolutely great, perfectly complementing the gameplay.”
“The soundtracks are memorable and add a lot of depth to the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by a lighthearted anecdote from a player who humorously reflects on their overwhelming number of Discord memberships, showcasing a relatable and amusing experience within the gaming community.
“Funny story about this: I joined the Discord for this game back in 2017, but because I'm in so many Discords (what, now 85?), I completely forgot about it.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is highly optimized, performing exceptionally well even on low-end PCs, ensuring a smooth experience for a wide range of hardware.
“The game runs exceptionally well on even low-end PCs and is extremely optimized.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay without sacrificing graphics.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains high performance across various hardware configurations.”