AVA: Dog Tag

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AVA: Dog Tag is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Red Duck, Inc. and was released on May 2, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

A.V.A: Dog Tag is a, military-themed, team-based tactical First Person Shooter based on class-distinctive weaponry and strategy. Choose your fight in close quarter combat, hold down key engagement points, or zone out enemy team as a sniper and pick them apart.

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51%

Audience ScoreBased on 478 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game brings back nostalgic elements from the original AVA, appealing to long-time fans.
It is free to play and does not have pay-to-win mechanics, allowing all players access to the same weapons.
The graphics and gunplay have seen improvements, making it a decent experience for casual players.

The game suffers from poor server performance, frequent disconnections, and a lack of content compared to the original.
Many players report issues with hit registration, weapon balance, and the overall mechanics feeling outdated.
The absence of popular game modes from the original AVA, such as Escort and PvE, has disappointed many fans.

gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
66%
14%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant changes to gun mechanics and overall balance compared to the original version, which may alienate long-time fans. While some appreciate the nostalgic elements and solid core mechanics, others criticize the outdated engine, presence of hackers, and the introduction of pay-to-win elements. New players might find the gameplay enjoyable and unique, but veterans may feel disappointed by the lack of depth and the need for further improvements.
- “The game shares many of the maps and weapons from the original game, as well as most of the mechanics being similar.”
- “To a fresh player, I'm sure they will find the gun mechanics unique enough from other shooters, yet stable enough that one gun or another doesn't completely outgun everything else no questions asked.”
- “Great gameplay, could use a few quality of life updates and more content.”
- “I have over 7 hours of gameplay in the loading screen.”
- “Worse mechanics than the old A.V.A., not much content, and a lot of tweaks to be done with pretty broken netcode and hitbox.”
- “Shooting mechanics feel awfully outdated, so new players most likely won't come or won't stay for long.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
58%
18%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over outdated visuals that fail to meet modern standards. While some appreciate the graphical updates and find them decent, others criticize the game for lacking significant improvements and retaining a dated aesthetic reminiscent of earlier releases. Overall, there is a strong desire among players for a return to the graphics of the original game, enhanced with contemporary upgrades.
- “I like the lower player health and the feeling every fight could be your last. I also like the adrenaline-inducing fast-paced combat. The game is graphically stunning even on lower-end PCs, which I have, but the game still manages to run at 60 FPS at all times on high, and the models and everything are wonderful.”
- “Although there are a few graphical changes and notable differences to some weapons, I really enjoy the way this game has moved on from the original and look forward to playing and understanding the game much more.”
- “The new graphics look amazing, and I have a lot of trust in Redduck making this game as amazing as it once was.”
- “Very disappointed, all we want is the old Ava, with upgraded graphics, anti-cheat, UI, and fixed bugs, but Redduck decided to make a stripped-down version of old Ava that hardly lasted and is now being shut down.”
- “Not even worth giving it a single more try at this point, where all you get is a crap re-edition of a 2007 game with near worse graphics and even way worse playability.”
- “Graphics are below average (actually really bad in some cases).”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
14%
57%
Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting poor performance characterized by low frame rates, stuttering, and crashes. While some players experience smooth gameplay at high frame rates, others find the graphics underwhelming and the optimization lacking, leading to a frustrating gaming experience.
- “The game runs smoothly at 60 fps, but when I turn on v-sync with my specs, it drops to 30.”
- “The performance is smooth, maintaining 150+ fps at all times.”
- “Performance is terrible. The graphics are poor, yet the FPS drops to 40-50 even though the visuals aren't impressive. You have to restart the game to fix it. This game is incredibly boring.”
- “I would not recommend this one. It's very bare bones and confusing, it runs very poorly and doesn't have any reason to justify the poor performance in the slightest. The gunplay is primitive and the weapons are not balanced. The time to kill in this game is low, so it rewards camping and ambushes.”
- “The game had received upgrades in both the graphical and audio departments, but optimization seemed to be lacking.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story aspect of the game is marred by technical issues, as players report frustrations with mission completions not being rewarded due to teammates kicking them from matches. This has led to a negative perception of the game's narrative experience, overshadowed by gameplay problems.
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game is completely free with no microtransactions, DLC, or purchases, which is a significant positive for players. While it offers a solid experience akin to CS:GO, some users express concerns about gameplay mechanics and balance rather than monetization issues. Players can purchase inexpensive attachments to modify weapons, but the overall monetization model is praised for its lack of intrusive elements.
- “Completely free games, no microtransactions, no DLC, no purchases of any sort!”
- “You can buy pretty cheap attachments to most of them and slightly change their statistics or add a holographic sight to some of them, but aiming down sights is pointless because it's much more effective to just shoot from the hip.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, noting that earning money and experience is slow, which detracts from the overall experience. The lack of items available for purchase further exacerbates the grind, making it feel more pronounced compared to the original game.
- “The game can feel a bit grindy at times, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “Grinding is a necessary part of the experience, and it adds depth to character progression.”
- “While there are moments of grinding, the sense of achievement when leveling up is incredibly satisfying.”
- “No items in the shop to buy (besides, earning money is tediously slow) and gaining experience is also very slow.”
- “No more grinding euros to buy a primary, a key feature of the original game.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
Overall, players report that the game runs smoothly with improved gun mechanics, though some express frustration with the gameplay dynamics, particularly in modes like TDM where snipers dominate. While stability is generally praised, preferences for the old recoil system vary among users.
- “The game runs great, and the guns are a lot better than before, though it's a matter of preference since some people like the old recoil system.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experience constant lag and server issues, which ruin the overall experience.”
- “There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay and make it frustrating.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express deep emotional responses to the closure of beloved games, highlighting feelings of heartbreak and loss.
- “It was heartbreaking, yet again, to see one of my favorite games getting closed down.”