Aim Hero
- September 5, 2016
- ProGames Studio
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Aim Hero" is a training tool for FPS gamers, offering mouse sensitivity settings from popular games and a variety of challenging modes to improve accuracy. Detailed statistics and score tracking encourage continuous improvement. With games like CS:GO, Overwatch, and PUBG supported, and more to come, it's an ideal practice ground for sharpshooters.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Aim Hero is a straightforward and effective tool for improving aim in FPS games, particularly useful for warming up before competitive matches.
- The game offers various modes that allow players to practice different aspects of aiming, such as reflexes and tracking, which can lead to noticeable improvements in accuracy.
- The customization options for sensitivity and crosshair settings make it adaptable for players transitioning from other games like Overwatch and CS:GO.
- The game lacks variety and can become repetitive over time, with some users feeling that it doesn't provide enough engaging content to keep them interested.
- Technical issues, such as lag and problems with launching the game, have been reported, leading to frustration among players.
- Many users feel that Aim Hero is outdated compared to free alternatives like Aim Lab and Kovaak's, which offer more features and better training experiences.
- gameplay33 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is primarily focused on improving mechanical skills, particularly aiming, making it a valuable tool for players looking to enhance their FPS performance. However, it lacks training for strategic gameplay elements commonly found in other FPS games, which some users feel limits its overall effectiveness. While many players appreciate its ability to help with muscle memory and aim consistency, there are concerns about its fidelity to the mechanics of popular FPS titles like CS:GO and Overwatch.
“Great for anybody training to improve mechanics, tune your mouse, learn new techniques, etc.”
“Aimhero has hands down improved my gameplay.”
“Easily one of the best tools to improve your mechanics in any FPS.”
“Additionally, while useful for honing mechanical skills, the game doesn't provide training for strategic gameplay elements found in most FPS games.”
“This isn't terrible, but if you want to get better at an FPS game, you're better off learning in that FPS game so you can learn the in-game mechanics.”
“The various game modes are useful in helping to develop mechanical skills that give an advantage in games like Overwatch, but some of the games themselves still feel 'off' in what they provide.”
- music22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many users describing it as "horrible" or "cancerous," and noting that it often does not sync well with gameplay. While some players suggest muting the in-game music and playing their own instead, others express a desire for more varied and enjoyable tracks. Overall, the music is seen as a minor aspect of the game, with many players opting to ignore it in favor of their own playlists.
“Put on some music, warm up and kill them all!”
“If improvement is all you seek, this is a great game; slap some music on this and you'll enjoy it!”
“Great tool for improving in games, settings are easy to use, and the music is fun too.”
“My only complaint is that the music beat does not line up with the targets and is sometimes completely off beat.”
“The music is also pretty cancerous.”
“Good training program but change this goddamn awful music and add PUBG settings and sniper practice.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics across various aim training games are generally described as clean and minimalistic, which helps maintain focus on training without distractions. While some users appreciate the aesthetic and customization options in titles like Aim Hero and Kovaak's, others note that the simple graphics can lead to performance issues on older hardware. Overall, the graphics are deemed sufficient for training purposes, though there are calls for improvements in visual quality.
“The graphics are clean and minimalistic, ensuring no distractions from your main goal – improving your aim.”
“Aim Hero is one of the cleanest graphics aim training software.”
“Overall, this is the perfection of other aim games as the graphics, performance, and support are better.”
“Played on my Dell XPS 9550, only took 10 minutes before the computer gets hot and the graphics start to stutter. However, with games like L4D2 or CS:GO, I can play at the highest graphic settings forever without overheating. Considering this game's simple and ineffective graphics, you know how I feel...”
“The game's almost purely white aesthetic makes my screen blare white into my eyes, and it gets a bit painful to look at the game after a few minutes of gameplay.”
“Better graphics. Now I know that you are a small business, but I still think that you should improve the graphics a bit. It's fine for just training, though.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story of "Aim Hero" follows Chester Aimsworth in a post-apocalyptic setting, offering a mix of engaging narrative and replayability, particularly as it progresses beyond the initial chapters. While some players find the story slow to start or lacking depth, others praise its beauty and the variety of multiple endings, highlighting its appeal even as a non-AAA title. Overall, the narrative has received mixed reviews, with some players eagerly anticipating future developments.
“Aim Hero follows the story of Chester Aimsworth in the post-apocalyptic world of Reticlopolis.”
“This game gave me hours upon hours of replayability, and I look forward to the ongoing story of Aimsworth in the following years.”
“Beautiful story, great adventure, epic loot 'em up with vastly different multiple endings, 10/10 IGN.”
“0/10 no story mode.”
“It's ok I guess, but the storyline needs some work.”
“The story starts off pretty slow, but once you get past the second chapter, it picks up really fast.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on lower-end systems and offers an intuitive interface, some users report significant stuttering issues that hinder practice and gameplay. Many believe that addressing these optimization problems should be a priority to enhance performance and user satisfaction. Despite these concerns, some players have experienced no performance issues, highlighting a disparity in user experiences.
“The user interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, and the game runs smoothly even on lower-end systems.”
“Excellent FPS/TPs practice; it's cheap, well optimized, and generally a perfect idea for warming up out of a game. The best part is that it can be manipulated offline, allowing you to improve many aspects and hone your aim in a variety of ways!”
“I have not had any problems with usability or performance whatsoever.”
“Excessive stuttering makes the game impossible to practice with.”
“Aim hero apparently has some optimization issues because it constantly stutters, and my crosshair 'catches' on stutters. Even if I move my mouse back and forth on two set points on my mousepad, I end up looking a ways to the left or right because it didn't register the whole movement.”
“The training mode is useful, but the performance needs to be improved seriously.”
- monetization10 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with users expressing a desire for more comprehensive training options, particularly for aiming down sights (ADS) in games like Rainbow Six: Siege. While some improvements have been noted, such as the addition of new weapons for practice, players feel that the current setup lacks essential features and customization, which could enhance their training experience. Additionally, there are concerns about the effectiveness of the existing monetization strategy, particularly in relation to the game's advertising and support for specific gameplay mechanics.
“Missing elements that would make it useful for good practice in ADS gunfight games like Rainbow Six: Siege, a game that I bought this for.”
“There is nowhere to put ADS sensitivity or your multiplier, and practicing on the wrong sensitivity does more harm than good.”
“Another point is it's advertising.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized for frequent freezing upon startup and failure to save user settings, leading to a frustrating experience. While some users find it enjoyable when it functions properly, the overall impression is that it suffers from significant bugs and instability issues.
“The game just freezes once I click the start button and it doesn't even save my settings when I reopen the game.”
“It's a little buggy but nice when it works.”
“I don't want or need to give my training telemetry to a corporation; I don't need something pretty that's bug-ridden and can't keep its settings for more than a day due to engine updates. I need something simple that I can use to hone and keep my muscle memory.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a self-aware irony, as players humorously overestimate their skills by comparing themselves to professional gamers after using aim trainers. This lightheartedness is further emphasized by the game's easy mode, which adds a comedic element to the experience.
“People are so funny; they believe aim trainers will make them like Shroud, Sayaplayer, or Effect. You can't!”
“But for now, easy mode is laughing at me :(”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players emphasize that grinding is essential for improvement, particularly in mastering skills like aiming. Many find that consistent practice leads to noticeable progress, especially when focusing on specific techniques, such as flick shots with characters like Widowmaker.
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's exceptional replayability, noting that it offers countless hours of enjoyment and an engaging ongoing story that keeps them eager for future developments.
“This game gave me hours upon hours of replayability, and I look forward to the ongoing story of Aimsworth in the following years.”
