BLOCKADE 3D

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BLOCKADE 3D is a multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Novalink and was released on December 19, 2014. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Blockade 3D" is a multiplayer online game where players build and destroy blocks in a dynamic, ever-changing environment. With a variety of game modes, players can compete in deathmatch, team deathmatch, and other fast-paced modes. The game features destructible environments, allowing for strategic gameplay and creative destruction.

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Audience ScoreBased on 5,985 reviews

graphics59 positive mentions

stability69 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of voxel-style graphics and fast-paced first-person shooter action, making it enjoyable for fans of both genres.
Players appreciate the building mechanics, allowing for creative strategies and dynamic gameplay.
The game can be fun when played with friends, providing a light-hearted experience despite its flaws.

The game is heavily criticized for being pay-to-win, with many weapons and upgrades locked behind real-money purchases.
There is a significant presence of hackers, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience and makes matches frustrating.
The player base has dwindled, leading to empty servers and long wait times to find matches, making it difficult to enjoy the game as intended.

graphics
249 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Blockade 3D" have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as low-quality, simplistic, and reminiscent of early voxel games like Minecraft. While some appreciate the nostalgic blocky aesthetic, others criticize the recent updates for making the visuals worse and more demanding on hardware, leading to performance issues. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a significant drawback, detracting from the overall experience despite its potential for fun gameplay.
- “The graphics are simple but colorful and vibrant.”
- “Blockade 3D is the perfect blend of voxel-style graphics and fast-paced first-person shooter action.”
- “The graphics in the game are outstanding, a truly impressive spectacle that only high-end PCs will be able to utilize.”
- “The graphics are terrible, and most of the games you won't get a good experience since there are no players or they are pay-to-win tryhards or hackers.”
- “The graphics are bad.”
- “This game is clunky and full of overused weapons, and the graphics are outdated and unsupported; the community is full of younger kids who only seem to want to be 'cool' and yet don't know what a '2nd mouse button' is.”
gameplay
232 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fluidity and fun mechanics, especially in multiplayer settings, while others criticize it for being overly simplistic, repetitive, and plagued by pay-to-win elements. Many users express disappointment over recent updates that altered the original gameplay experience, leading to a loss of the game's unique charm. Overall, while some find enjoyment in the gameplay, significant concerns about balance, server issues, and monetization practices persist.
- “The gameplay of the game is also very fluid and exciting.”
- “This game is actually really fun, and has phenomenal gameplay with friends.”
- “The gameplay is great and extremely fun.”
- “It used to be amazing, I had played it with friends for the zombies modes and all, and now since they changed the whole game to be focused on COD-like gameplay, it sucks. Don't recommend anymore.”
- “The gameplay felt completely different (slow movement, heavy feeling, laggy on budget computers...).”
- “The gameplay is terrible and no one speaks English!!!!!!!”
humor
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it amusing despite its flaws, often describing it as "so bad it's funny." While some enjoy the comedic elements of gameplay and interactions with other players, others express frustration with the game's mechanics and pay-to-win aspects, which can detract from the overall fun. Overall, playing with friends seems to enhance the humor, making it a lighthearted experience for those who appreciate its quirky charm.
- “Although they made graphic and gameplay improvements in the game, we lost the feel of the old classic Blockade 3D with potato graphics and hilarious gameplay.”
- “This is one of those games that I would consider to be so bad it's hilarious.”
- “It's funny when some dumb kid calls you a hacker because you can do stuff they can't.”
- “This game is glitchy, but there aren't any funny glitches. If you like glitches that are unbearable, then you will like this game.”
stability
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and frequent disconnections that severely impact gameplay. Many users describe it as a "buggy mess," highlighting issues such as freezing, lag spikes, and broken mechanics, which contribute to a frustrating experience. While some acknowledge the game's potential, the overwhelming sentiment is that it feels unfinished and plagued by technical problems.
- “The game is a buggy mess; if it was able to work even a little, maybe I wouldn't be so harsh.”
- “This game is just buggy, pay-to-win, and horrible.”
- “The game itself is very good, but the store does not work, and the leveling system is broken.”
monetization
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is heavily criticized for its excessive and expensive microtransactions, which many players feel create a pay-to-win environment. Users express frustration over the limited access to weapons and items without spending money, leading to an unbalanced gameplay experience. Overall, the game's reliance on microtransactions detracts significantly from its enjoyment and value, with many reviewers labeling it a cash grab.
- “This game is great, the graphics are decent, the gameplay is very fun, but my problem with this game is the limited weapons you get for not paying for grenades, RPGs, etc. It would be nice if the game had a bigger range of weapons for people who don't normally buy in-game purchases, but overall pretty good.”
- “In-game purchases can get pricey, but worth the download.”
- “My opinion quickly became invalid or I thought it was invalid. If you play this game with some buddies, it can be a really fun game. I said it was pay-to-win, but after playing it some more, you get free weapons and items. Even though the shop is kind of packed with microtransactions, I had a lot of fun with this game. Keep up the good work, guys.”
- “On pricing and value for gamers, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “Players that are just starting can be effective on the battlefield, but will be pwned by anyone that has made five dollars worth of in-game purchases.”
- “Seriously, don't get this game; there are too many microtransactions and it's extremely pay-to-win.”
story
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews for the game's story are highly polarized, with many users stating that there is little to no narrative present, while others praise the storyline as engaging and well-integrated with gameplay. Some players appreciate the emotional depth and plot twists, suggesting that the story enhances the overall experience, despite criticisms of its quality. Overall, the consensus indicates a lack of a cohesive story, with a few exceptions highlighting a more positive narrative experience.
- “I play this game for the story.”
- “The story of Blockade 3D is definitely one of the best stories I've ever connected to, especially near the end when you gain a deep understanding of the narrative.”
- “A very heart-warming storyline that quickly evolves into a plot twist-filled feel trip.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “There is no story.”
- “Story - shit.”
music
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the fitting title screen music and its motivational qualities during gameplay, while others criticize it as repetitive, mediocre, or even painful to listen to. Many users noted the lack of in-game music, which some found beneficial for a more zen experience, while others expressed frustration with the limited and often unpleasant sound effects. Overall, the music seems to be a divisive aspect, with a few standout tracks overshadowed by a generally negative reception.
- “The music of the game is also very nice; it motivates you while fighting.”
- “I generally like everything about the game so far, and the music currently used for the homescreen is also very fitting to the entire Christmas-related atmosphere!”
- “The music at the title screen is amazing, so you may just want to install it for that. (Kidding, but the music really is awesome, at least in my opinion.)”
- “Music is mediocre and the in-game sounds are painful to hear.”
- “There is very little music and what music there is, is actually pretty bad.”
- “The mute button doesn't work; when I mute the game it just keeps playing the music.”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including lag, freezing, and poor GPU usage. While some users noted that the game runs smoothly on lower-end systems, the general consensus is that substantial improvements are needed to enhance overall gameplay experience and reduce technical problems.
- “High-quality optimization, beautiful graphics, kind players.”
- “With its low performance gameplay, even my computer that is absolutely appalling can run it.”
- “Runs smoothly.”
- “Leveling up takes way too long, it's pay-to-win and is poorly optimized.”
- “Just unplayable, this really needs optimization.”
- “There are still lots of problems that need to be fixed and the overall optimization of the game needs some improvement.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and uninspiring, often requiring significant time investment for minimal rewards. While some enjoy the social aspect of grinding with friends, many express frustration with the pay-to-win elements that exacerbate the grind, making the leveling process feel slow and monotonous. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a major drawback, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The leveling up process is tedious.”
- “Uninspiring, tedious, and really boring.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have expressed that the game evokes strong emotional responses, often leading to tears and deep reflections on personal stakes and relationships. Many describe it as life-changing, with a heartwarming storyline that includes impactful plot twists, making it memorable and resonant. Overall, the emotional depth of the game leaves a lasting impression, prompting both laughter and tears.
- “Wowy, this game changed my life! It's so good, I'm proud of myself for playing. I spent 1000 dollars on it, and I cried at the end of the campaign.”
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what was exactly at stake.”
- “A very heart-warming storyline which quickly evolves into a plot twist-filled feel trip.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is highly polarized, with some players finding it infinitely replayable due to extensive customization options, while others criticize it for having little to no replay value, describing it as boring and lacking creativity. Overall, the experience varies significantly based on individual preferences and gameplay styles.
- “Infinitely replayable (or almost)”
- “Less pay-to-win, more playable, and a lot of customization for the weapons and for the character!”
- “After the first play, the game offers zero replay value.”
- “Why would someone pay cash in a game that has zero replay value?”
- “It has zero creativity, zero replay value, it's boring as all hell... it just comes by and goes as fast as it came.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique character designs, while others criticized the overall execution, citing poor gameplay and controls that detracted from the experience.
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from the story.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that affect character growth throughout the game.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional, making it hard to care about their journeys or struggles.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its fitting music and immersive elements, particularly in relation to seasonal themes like Christmas. However, some users feel that the chaotic gameplay, including flying characters and tanks, detracts from the intended atmosphere.
- “I generally like everything about the game so far, and the music currently used for the homescreen is also very fitting to the entire Christmas-related atmosphere!”
- “I really like the game, the weapons, atmosphere, gameplay, etc.”
- “This style of atmosphere is enhanced by the chaotic elements like people flying and tanks driving through buildings.”
- “Can't do that when you have people flying, tanks driving through buildings, and this style of atmosphere.”