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Army Men

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74%Game Brain Score
humor, atmosphere
story, gameplay
74% User Score Based on 77 reviews

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Army Men is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by The 3DO Company and was released on December 20, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Army Men, become a sergeant leading plastic soldiers across 28 missions in diverse terrains. Command vehicles like tanks and jeeps, and utilize destructive weapons including grenades and bazookas. Direct airstrikes, paratroop drops, and air reconnaissance for strategic advantage.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game successfully brings back nostalgia for players who enjoyed it in their childhood, maintaining the same charm and style as the original.
  • It works on modern systems like Windows 10 with some minor tweaks, allowing a new generation to experience the classic gameplay.
  • Despite its flaws, the game offers a challenging experience that can be rewarding for those familiar with older gaming mechanics.
  • The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making gameplay frustrating, especially for new players unfamiliar with the mechanics.
  • There are significant technical issues, including black screens during missions and broken key bindings, which hinder the overall experience.
  • The game has not aged well, with many players finding it difficult and punishing without modern conveniences like quick saves.
  • story
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is described as simple and somewhat lacking in emotional depth, with players often feeling disconnected from the characters, who are seen as generic soldiers. While the missions are challenging and allow for open-ended gameplay, the lack of resource replenishment between missions can lead to frustrating experiences. Overall, the narrative does not stand out, but the gameplay mechanics and difficulty provide a nostalgic challenge for players.

    • “The game features an in-depth storyline that keeps players engaged throughout.”
    • “Each mission places the player on an open map, allowing them to choose their path to the objective.”
    • “Some maps are more linear than others, but generally, the open-ended nature of the maps allows the player to decide how to tackle the objectives of a mission.”
    • “I still love the game, and even though I played for about two damn hours, I still did not get to the end of even the first mission.”
    • “Honestly, I would probably go play Army Men 3D if you want an easier time with this game's story.”
    • “Some levels, like the escort missions, will require you to play until you memorize them.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Army Men is criticized for its clunky controls and outdated mechanics, which have not evolved since its 1998 release. While some players find the gunplay functional and the game challenging, the overall experience is marred by persistent jank and frustration.

    • “In terms of gameplay, guns work well enough, and the game seems pretty challenging.”
    • “Army Men isn't that good; clunky controls and gameplay feel old and haven't aged well.”
    • “The jank and frustrating gameplay still persist.”
    • “The mechanics and controls of the entire game just straight up suck.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it entertaining despite the presence of bugs. While the controls can be challenging initially, the comedic elements contribute to an enjoyable experience overall.

    • “Great old-time game; it has a lot of bugs, but it's still funny to play.”
    • “Funny and fun! The controls are hard, but after the first mission, you get used to them.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics evoke a sense of nostalgia with their old-school computer style and color palette, though they are considered somewhat dated. However, the sound quality detracts from the experience, featuring inconsistent volume levels that can be jarring.

    • “The color palette, old-style computer graphics, and sound evoke pure nostalgia.”
    • “The graphics are reasonably dated, adding to the charm of the game.”
    • “Graphics are dated, but the sound quality is horrid; inconsistent volume (quiet at points then really loud dialogue) sounds like I'm listening to a record from the 1930s.”
    • “The color palette and old-style computer graphics evoke pure nostalgia, but they feel outdated.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is noted for its loudness, which some players find overwhelming, and there are technical issues in windowed mode that affect the experience. However, many users fondly recall the memorable soundtracks and voice lines from their earlier gameplay, highlighting the lasting impact of the music.

    • “I remember playing them for hours on my Windows 98 computer and can still to this day remember many of the levels, voice lines, and soundtracks.”
    • “God damn, the music is loud as all hell, and the game straight up doesn't work in windowed mode.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its immersive and serious wartime atmosphere, which adds a unique and engaging element to the overall experience.

    • “I love the serious wartime atmosphere that persists throughout the game.”
    • “It's such a great, fresh atmosphere.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, while there are some compatibility and troubleshooting issues reported, the game's stability appears to be generally acceptable based on initial gameplay experiences.

    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I've encountered numerous bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
    • “Stability issues have led to frustrating moments, especially during critical missions.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the emotional aspect of the game is lacking, with players feeling that the soldiers are portrayed as insignificant and the narrative fails to evoke strong feelings, resulting in a gameplay experience that feels more mechanical than emotionally engaging.

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Army Men is a action adventure game.

Army Men is available on PC and Windows.

Army Men was released on December 20, 2017.

Army Men was developed by The 3DO Company.

Army Men has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Army Men is a single player game.

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