Boiling Steel
- March 5, 2020
- MIROWIN
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"Boiling Steel" is a fast-paced, action-packed first-person shooter game set in a futuristic world. Players take on the role of a mercenary fighting against an evil corporation that has taken over the world. The game features intense battles, destructible environments, and a variety of unique weapons to use. With a focus on skill-based gameplay, players must use strategy and quick reflexes to outmaneuver and defeat their enemies in this thrilling shooter experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a decent story with good player controls and an interesting concept.
- Dynamic and non-boring battles with a variety of weapons and cool environments enhance the gameplay experience.
- The graphics are impressive, and the game runs smoothly on lower-end hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, particularly during the tutorial and early levels, making it unplayable for some users.
- Movement is extremely slow and clunky, which detracts from the overall combat experience and can lead to frustration.
- The lack of checkpoints and health regeneration during missions makes the game tedious, as players must restart lengthy sections after dying.
- story97 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its intriguing sci-fi elements and well-thought-out plot, while others find it mediocre or cliché. Many appreciate the dynamic gameplay and the integration of the storyline into missions, although frustrations arise from repetitive mission structures and a lack of checkpoints. Overall, while the narrative has its strengths, it may not fully satisfy those seeking a deep or innovative story experience.
“A very decent cyber shooter with great gameplay and a mind-blowing storyline.”
“The story is the main focus of this game, with every mission driving the story forward.”
“Compelling story and everything is well laid out and well thought through.”
“The story is mediocre.”
“There is no interesting plot and the voice acting of the operators is maybe the worst I've heard in any game in the past 10 years.”
“However, the missions are all pretty much the same and the story is ok-ish.”
- gameplay40 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its immersive experience, variety of weapon mechanics, and engaging atmosphere, offering around 8-10 hours of content. However, some players noted issues with repetitive mechanics, control responsiveness, and pacing, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the game features interesting environments and a well-thought-out plot, certain mechanics may feel cumbersome or underdeveloped, leading to mixed feelings about its originality and execution.
“The gameplay is designed to last several hours.”
“A very decent cyber shooter with great gameplay and a mind-blowing storyline.”
“The game has fun and refreshing combat mechanics.”
“The mix of slow gameplay, annoying voice, and long lore descriptions read by TTS made me decide there are better things to do with my time.”
“The gameplay is just beam down, walk through the level, kill all the robots, tap the tablet at the end, repeat, 50 levels.”
“It's not really doing anything original; just adding some cumbersome mechanics to make the game more tedious.”
- graphics36 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game have received high praise for their quality, detail, and immersive qualities, particularly in VR settings. Many users highlighted the stunning visuals, well-designed environments, and impressive textures, although some noted issues with repetitive level design and basic graphics in certain areas. The combination of beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay contributes significantly to the overall experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
“Dynamic fights, good story, and perfect graphics (textures, models, etc.) for a VR game.”
“The visuals are gorgeous, and if you’re a sci-fi fan like me, the setting will absolutely blow your mind.”
“Stunning graphics, immersive audio, and unique gunplay all add up to deliver a great VR game.”
“The graphics are pretty basic, but the main issue comes down to the movement system being really awful.”
“I will say the graphics are a 7/10... sound is 5/10... maybe a 6.”
“Graphics are ok.”
- atmosphere11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive qualities, effectively transporting players into a unique sci-fi environment filled with both beauty and a sense of isolation. Reviewers highlight the combination of engaging gameplay, strong visual design, and effective use of VR to enhance the overall experience, creating a captivating backdrop that keeps players engrossed. The atmosphere is described as both pleasant and haunting, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The atmosphere of the space shooter is transmitted perfectly.”
“I don't notice time while playing it because you quickly immerse yourself in the game and in this extraordinary atmosphere of the future.”
“The overall art direction is clean, not overly detailed, and effective in conveying a sci-fi atmosphere I enjoy.”
“Feel this atmosphere of endless slavery, in the skin of a robot, iron and cold.”
“I don't notice time while playing it because you very quickly immerse yourself in the game and in this extraordinary atmosphere of the future.”
“One of the most positive moments is the atmosphere and gameplay.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its driving and pleasant soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience alongside the engaging storyline and dynamic gameplay. Reviewers highlight the quality of the sound and voiceover, contributing to a well-rounded audio experience.
“Incredible intense storyline, a variety of weapons, driving music, and (warning) no duplex opponents (now that's extremely rare).”
“Great soundtrack.”
“After playing it for 3 hours, I can highlight the following advantages: dynamic gameplay, interesting story, a variety of weapons, well-designed levels, and a pleasant soundtrack.”
“The sound and music are lacking.”
“The music fails to enhance the gameplay experience.”
“The soundtrack is forgettable and does not match the intensity of the game.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often feeling that it detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the opportunity to develop their character through easier missions, many express frustration with the cumbersome mechanics that lead to excessive repetition and a need for frequent breaks.
“It's not really doing anything original... just adding some cumbersome mechanics to make the game more tedious.”
“Makes it extremely tedious and repetitive.”
“I'm gonna need to take a lot of breaks from this game if it keeps making me redo some tedious stuff every time I die.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is inconsistent, with some players finding the initial cowboy voice amusing, while others feel the script ultimately falls flat and fails to deliver genuine laughs. Despite a promising start, the shift to a more serious tone detracts from the comedic potential, leading to mixed opinions on its overall effectiveness.
“I do not know how this got so many positive reviews; it's currently sitting at a score higher than Boneworks, which is just hilarious.”
“It starts out as a tutorial-type setting, accompanied by a funny cowboy-sounding voice assisting you along the way, but the game gets serious after that and you will start to see some really nice action!”
“Funny”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the Valve Index is not directly addressed in the provided text, which focuses more on gameplay mechanics and user interface recommendations. Therefore, it lacks specific insights into the emotional impact or experiences associated with the game.
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and effective optimization, ensuring a seamless experience for players.
“Runs smoothly and is well optimized.”
“The game performs exceptionally well with great optimization.”
“I appreciate how well-optimized the game is for various systems.”
