America's Army 3

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America's Army 3 is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a warfare theme. It was developed by U.S. Army and was released on June 17, 2009. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

America's Army fans and new players alike can now experience America's Army 3, the official U.S. Army game, which has more authentic military elements including training, technology, weapons, and audio than any other military game. Built on Unreal Engine 3, AA3 delivers stunningly realistic characters, environments, lighting effects, animations, and team-based experiences. In the game where Every…

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,457 reviews

graphics27 positive mentions

stability22 negative mentions

America's Army 3 offers a realistic approach to military training and tactics, emphasizing teamwork and strategy over run-and-gun gameplay.
The game provides a unique experience with its focus on communication and cooperation, rewarding players who work together effectively.
As a free-to-play title, it allows players to engage in a tactical FPS without any financial commitment, making it accessible to a wide audience.

The game suffers from a lack of active servers and a dwindling player base, making it difficult to find matches.
Many players report technical issues, including bugs and performance problems, which detract from the overall experience.
The graphics and sound quality are considered outdated compared to modern FPS games, leading to a less immersive experience.

graphics
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting that they do not meet modern standards and appear dated compared to contemporary titles. While some players appreciate the visuals as decent for their time, others criticize them as poor, with issues like low resolution and graphical glitches. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a significant drawback, impacting the overall experience for many players.
- “Had great graphics and authentic sound, multiplayer was fun too but very tough I remember, had a great community all the way up until they closed the servers some years ago now.”
- “Great game, very realistic with stunning graphics; no glitches as far as I know of for a free game, it's definitely worth a shot.”
- “Its graphics are stunning and really put you into the action.”
- “The graphics and sound quality of the game may not meet modern gaming standards.”
- “The UI is horrid, the graphics in-game are barely a step up from games released 8-10 years ago.”
- “The graphics are a bit on the weak side (Arma 2ish).”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of America's Army 3 is characterized by its focus on tactical teamwork and realism, appealing to players who enjoy strategic military environments. However, many users note a lack of variety and clunky mechanics, leading to a mixed reception; while some appreciate the unique features and training elements, others find the gameplay repetitive and plagued by bugs. Overall, it offers a distinct experience compared to typical first-person shooters, but its execution leaves room for improvement.
- “Very recommended FPS for tactical teamwork gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is amazing (having to go through training to use certain weapons) and I enjoyed the tactical aspect of squad movements.”
- “Great gameplay with realism and lots of empowerment, making me feel great when doing well.”
- “The gameplay is broken and bugged.”
- “Very poor gameplay, little fun, too much strategy and not enough online cooperation.”
- “Clunky mechanics, uninteresting gameplay.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of a coherent narrative, with players expressing a desire for a dedicated single-player mode that includes a well-crafted storyline. While the training missions provide a tactical military experience and serve as an introduction to the gameplay, they are often seen as insufficient and frustrating, lacking depth and engagement. Overall, the absence of a meaningful story detracts from the potential enjoyment of the game, leaving players wanting more in terms of narrative content.
- “Every round felt like a mission and every decision could flip the outcome.”
- “It provides players with the most authentic military experience available, from exploring the development of soldiers in individual and collective training to their deployment in simulated missions in the war on terror.”
- “A shame speaking that this game is really good, and I like how they depict it as a combat mission rather than a training mission.”
- “Wish it had a story mode; multiplayer is dead.”
- “All that’s left are four single-player training missions which last 'about' ten minutes each (it will take longer to download the game).”
- “The only problem is there is no single-player other than the training missions.”
stability
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs, glitches, and lag issues that detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the free-to-play model and find enjoyment in the gameplay, many feel that the game feels unfinished and poorly supported, leading to a lack of community engagement. Overall, the consensus is that the game suffers from serious stability problems, making it difficult to recommend without reservations.
- “If it was well polished, bug free, and had excellent online server performance, this game would be amazing.”
- “I'm not sure, but AAPG 3 may just be version 3.0 of 2.5. Just starting it up on Alder 3GHz 6800 GeForce with 1.7 GB of RAM, 2.5 runs great on 1280 x 1024 without AA, but not so well. However, 2.5 runs great and I don't have to have Steam running to play; it uses 100 MB of RAM.”
- “It's buggy, like a lot, and most servers.”
- “This game gets the award for most unsupported worst buggy game ever.”
- “It's contains so many serious bugs and glitches that make the game completely unplayable.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues even on mid-range PCs that can handle other titles at higher settings. Complaints include poor server performance, inconsistent hit detection, and overall unpolished gameplay, leading many to suggest that better optimization could greatly enhance the experience. Overall, the game's current state is deemed unacceptable, with players recommending alternatives in the genre that offer smoother gameplay.
- “If it was well polished, bug-free, and had excellent online server performance, this game would be amazing.”
- “The biggest problem is still the optimization though; if they fix it, it's going to be really cool.”
- “However, you need a truly good computer; this is unoptimized.”
- “This game has potential and it looks cool and all, but it's so not optimized. My PC is a mid-range gaming PC and it's a little old, but it can run games with these settings at 1080p easily, but not this one because its optimization is poor.”
- “The game is horribly optimized; I can barely run it smoothly on the lowest settings while I can run other games with high settings.”
- “Terrible optimization, dead multiplayer, the requirements are a big lie.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is noted for effectively immersing players in an army simulator experience, providing a distinct military ambiance. However, it received a mixed rating of 6/10, suggesting that while it captures the essence of military life, it may not fully resonate with all players.
- “Overall, this game is a fantastic experience if you wish to learn how to become a soldier or simply want to immerse yourself in the general atmosphere of an army simulator.”
- “The atmosphere was different here.”
- “Overall, this game is a fantastic game to play if you wish to learn how to become a soldier or if you want to just feel the general atmosphere of an army simulator.”
- “Atmosphere: 6/10”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is heavily criticized as it primarily serves as an advertisement for the U.S. Army, with users feeling that it offers little value beyond promoting military recruitment and jingoistic themes. Players are advised to avoid it unless they are specifically interested in generic multiplayer shooters infused with such propaganda.
- “Basically downloading an American Army advertisement.”
- “Not even worth your time unless you like your generic multiplayer shooters to come with a hefty dose of jingoistic propaganda and recruitment ads.”
- “It is supported by the U.S. Army, so it is a 100% advertising game.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews on replayability are mixed; some players find limited value in replaying the game, while others, after extensive playtime, highlight its significant replayability, particularly when enjoyed with friends.
- “Having played it over the course of a few years in excess of 1,000 hours, I can honestly say this game has huge replayability.”
- “While it's fun to play with friends every now and then, I really don't see any value for replayability.”
- “The game lacks enough variety to keep me coming back after the first playthrough.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the humor in the game to be effective, particularly noting that even elements like the armor contribute to the comedic experience.
- “The humor in the game is absolutely delightful!”
- “The witty dialogue and clever puns kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
- “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions add so much charm to the game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that unlocking interesting guns through gameplay can feel overly grindy for casual gamers, while those willing to invest time will find it engaging and rewarding.
- “Unlocking most of the more interesting guns through gameplay feels too grindy for casual players, but it will keep anyone with a good amount of time on their hands occupied for quite some time.”
- “The grinding in this game is excessive and can become tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the grind to be frustratingly repetitive, which detracted from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game, particularly the menu theme, has received positive feedback from users, who express a strong appreciation for its quality and appeal.
- “I love the menu music.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting feelings of nostalgia and loss, particularly with the release of version 3.0, which marked a significant change that many felt altered the essence of the game they cherished.
- “As a player of AA since it started and was the first FPS I ever got into, I cried when 3.0 came out and the game as we all knew and loved died.”