Anarchy: Wolf's law
- June 8, 2023
- Anarchy Games
- 5h median play time
"Anarchy: Wolf's Law" is an open-world action adventure game set in a gritty, crime-ridden city. As a retired officer turned vigilante, players must use their skills and arsenal of weapons to take down criminals and bring order to the streets. The game features a rich narrative, customizable characters, and a dynamic day/night cycle that affects gameplay.
Reviews
- The game features an interesting economic simulation aspect, allowing players to capture production points and upgrade them for success.
- The graphics and atmosphere are decent for an indie game, providing a post-apocalyptic vibe reminiscent of titles like DayZ and Tarkov.
- The gameplay can be fun and engaging, especially for those who enjoy looter-shooter mechanics and dynamic territory control.
- The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and lacks depth, with many players finding it boring after a few hours.
- There are significant issues with AI behavior, as enemies often seem to have unrealistic awareness and spawn mechanics.
- The game is still in early access and feels incomplete, with many players noting bugs, clunky controls, and a lack of clear objectives.
- gameplay52 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of interesting mechanics, including survival elements, territory capture, and dynamic shooting, which create an engaging experience despite some technical flaws and a lack of depth in certain areas. While many players appreciate the addictive nature and atmosphere of the game, criticisms include janky controls, bugs, and a repetitive gameplay loop that can lead to boredom. Overall, the game shows potential with its unique concepts and enjoyable mechanics, but it requires further development and polish to fully realize its capabilities.
“The gameplay is interesting and not boring; I hope the developers will support the game and release updates for a long time.”
“The gritty post-apocalyptic setting feels tangible, while the gameplay ensures every moment is a thrilling adventure.”
“A large open world with a dynamic change of time of day, pleasant controls, interesting mechanics with the capture of various territories, a huge number of weapons and enemies.”
“Graphics suck, gameplay feels janky, UI is janky, very buggy and underwhelming game.”
“The gameplay loop is quite empty and lacking at the moment, so it is only good for a few hours of fun, as a mindless 'survival' shooter like a round in a battle royale game.”
“Game needs a lot of work: bullet registration is bad, very constant attacking cannot leave the first area, enemies feel odd, some take a whole magazine while others just a few bullets, and the day-night cycle is backward, always night time.”
- graphics47 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are decent and sometimes impressive, they do not always meet modern standards. Some users appreciate the realistic style and immersive atmosphere, particularly in open-world settings, while others criticize the graphics as average or outdated. Despite these varying opinions, many agree that the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience.
“The game's vast open-world and breathtaking graphics made me feel like I was really in the game, and the dynamic day and night cycles added to the immersive experience.”
“I love everything about it, from the juicy graphics to the incredible atmosphere.”
“Great graphics, open world, lots of guns, what else do you need?”
“The graphics suck, gameplay feels janky, UI is janky, very buggy and underwhelming game.”
“The only downside is that the graphics are not quite modern.”
“Graphics don't look anything like the store page video even on epic quality.”
- atmosphere18 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and authentic depiction of post-apocalyptic and post-Soviet environments, enhanced by detailed graphics and sound design. Players appreciate the sense of anarchy and survival, with elements like realistic gunplay and environmental storytelling contributing to a captivating experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as both fascinating and addictive, drawing players into its richly crafted world.
“Combines Stalker zone-like environs, RPG mechanics (food, water, energy, crafting), an economic system, realistic FPS gunplay - and, crucially, plenty of atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere of the apocalypse is perfectly conveyed.”
“The gameplay is excellent; it reminds me of Counter-Strike in the world of Stalker. The atmosphere of the Soviet Union is perfectly conveyed in details, such as cars and buildings (some of which may be destroyed in the game process, which is good news).”
“The atmosphere of the game reminds me of other post-apocalyptic games.”
“The atmosphere is decent, the gunplay takes some getting used to, but it is actually quite complex for such a small indie game - the recoil, reload animation and sound feels semi-realistic, and there is also bullet travel time, it is not a hit-scan shooter!”
“An amazingly promising game in a post-apocalyptic atmosphere.”
- story12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many players noting the absence of a cohesive narrative or meaningful objectives. While some appreciate the open-world exploration and mission-based gameplay, others feel that the game would benefit from a more developed storyline and additional side quests. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the gameplay can be enjoyable, the story is minimal and could use significant improvement.
“As a huge fan of first-person shooters, I was immediately drawn into the game's intense gameplay and thrilling storyline.”
“What I enjoyed about the game is the large open world to explore and the various camps to visit where you can complete different missions and fight enemies.”
“The story mode exists in the form of missions.”
“Game has no story or real survival aspect.”
“Decent enough game, however after some time playing it, I really didn't know what to do anymore, seeing as there is no storyline or objectives, besides taking control of certain assets.”
“There is zero storyline, zero quests; capturing a point has nothing to offer afterwards, there is a tree line in which you pay for benefits, but they are overpriced and useless.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is consistently described as humorous and playful, with engaging gameplay that keeps players entertained. The funny voice acting and regular updates contribute to its lighthearted atmosphere, making it a fun experience reminiscent of titles like Stalker and Tarkov. Overall, players find it to be a delightful and amusing game.
“A funny game, something similar to Stalker, something like Tarkov, and in general, you can run and have fun.”
“Funny game, playful, driving; the gameplay does not let you get bored.”
“The voices are funny and the updates are there.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and tedious, particularly as it disrupts the overall flow and enjoyment after a few hours. While the survival mechanics add some depth, many feel that the grind for resources and upgrades becomes a chore, detracting from long-term engagement.
“However, the game loop did get repetitive and grindy after a few hours in.”
“Having survival aspects like food and resources is good and all because it gives you a reason to continue, but it's also tedious and disrupts the flow of the game.”
“The game definitely provides some fun for a few hours, but it feels like a lot of grinding for money. You can swap between facilities with my off-road police truck and deliver resources from point A to B to get more fuel, sell resources, and the guns I've found in the airdrops to earn more money. However, the game does not provide enough fun to keep playing long enough to reach the last upgrade, unless you exploit some fairly simple mechanics.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes, glitches, and lag that detract from the overall experience. Users report a janky gameplay and user interface, leading to an underwhelming performance.
“Buggy and laggy sometimes.”
“Graphics suck, gameplay feels janky, UI is janky, very buggy and underwhelming game.”
“I don't know what the hell happened, but it crashes, glitches, and spasms every minute.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere and player engagement. However, some players feel that the gameplay can become repetitive, suggesting that incorporating optional side objectives, such as reactivating radio stations for music or securing locations for vehicle upgrades, could enhance the experience.
“The music and atmosphere are arguably what kept pulling me back to this game.”
“The music is generally good in the game.”
“I would love to see optional side objectives that involve music, like reactivating a radio station to gain access to music while playing.”
“The music in the game feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during long play sessions.”
“While the gameplay is enjoyable, the soundtrack does not enhance the experience and often feels out of place.”
“The absence of dynamic music that responds to gameplay events makes the overall experience feel flat and uninspired.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's immersive open-world and stunning graphics, which enhance the emotional experience, particularly through dynamic day and night cycles. Additionally, there is a sense of fulfillment in recognizing and valuing lower-tier games amidst a landscape dominated by AAA titles.
“The game's vast open world and breathtaking graphics made me feel like I was really in the game, and the dynamic day and night cycles added to the immersive experience.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews on optimization are mixed; while some users find the game well-optimized with unique gameplay and decent graphics, others express frustration, indicating that it has not been optimized well in recent updates.
“The game is optimized; it has unique gameplay, decent graphics, and interesting mechanics that make the gameplay even more engaging!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users feel that while increasing the difficulty setting offers a way to replay the game, it does not provide a compelling reason for replayability, suggesting that the game lacks engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.