Call of Tomsk-7
- August 9, 2015
- Daniel Mercier
"Call of Tomsk-7" is a first-person shooter game set in an alternate reality where the Soviet Union has developed a secret city focused on researching and manufacturing weapons of mass destruction. Players take on the role of a special operative tasked with infiltrating the city and preventing the Soviets from using their deadly arsenal. With a mix of stealth and combat gameplay, players must navigate the dangerous city and make strategic decisions to complete their mission.
Reviews
- The game is a fun little shooter that brings back nostalgia for old flash games.
- For its low price, it offers decent entertainment value and can be enjoyable for short bursts.
- The soundtrack is praised as being catchy and adds to the overall experience.
- The graphics and animations are crude, resembling a poorly made flash game.
- Gameplay is repetitive with limited enemy variety and only one level, leading to quick boredom.
- Controls can be clunky and unresponsive, making the game frustrating at times.
- music23 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received largely positive feedback, with many users praising its catchy and enjoyable soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere. While some critiques mention the limited number of tracks, the quality of the music is often highlighted as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a major asset, even if the game's other aspects may fall short.
“Awesome soundtrack!!”
“The atmosphere builds up with its awesome soundtrack.”
“Another awesome feature of the game is the music, with incredibly catchy songs that enhance your experience.”
“Shit animation, shit music, shit controls.”
“Options don't save, some sounds/music are way too loud.”
“Looks like it was coded in Scratch, graphics made in MS Paint and music made in GarageBand.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as simplistic or reminiscent of early flash games, often comparing them to MS Paint quality. However, some players appreciate the hand-drawn aesthetic and cartoonish style, finding charm in its retro appeal despite the lack of modern features and polish. Overall, while the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they can still provide enjoyment for those willing to overlook their shortcomings.
“I love the 2D look and the cartoony graphics; it adds a unique charm to the game.”
“It's not record-breaking, but it has some solid visuals for performance, especially with the latest AMD drivers beta.”
“The graphics are well done for being hand-drawn; it reminds players of a retro arcade game, and I would recommend it.”
“If you are looking for a game with terrible graphics, awful sound effects, no storyline, and poor controls to name just a few of the issues, maybe this mess is for you.”
“Between the MS Paint graphics, weak bullet physics that act more like slingshots than guns, and crappy garage rock, I’ve seen better shooters on Newgrounds.”
“Looks like it was coded in Scratch, graphics made in MS Paint, and music made in GarageBand.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a stark contrast in storytelling quality across different games. Many users criticize certain titles for lacking depth, with minimal narrative, vague objectives, and repetitive gameplay, while others praise games for their immersive worlds and engaging story elements, even comparing them favorably to popular titles like Destiny. Overall, the story aspect appears to be a significant point of contention, with some games offering little more than a score attack premise, while others provide a rich narrative experience.
“Riveting story, excellent gameplay, I really felt immersed in the universe this man created.”
“This game is so good, everything down to the core story elements and gear customization.”
“Also, it has more story than Destiny.”
“If you are looking for a game with terrible graphics, awful sound effects, no storyline, and poor controls to name just a few of the issues, maybe this mess is for you.”
“+not much of a story except a few vague intro lines, no objectives other than score attack.”
“No variety of missions, backgrounds, enemies, guns, etc.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and repetitive, often boiling down to basic shooting mechanics with limited variety and environments. While some players find enjoyment in unlocking new capabilities and appreciate the immersive story, many feel that the lack of depth and variety leads to quick boredom, with comparisons made to free online games that offer better quality. Overall, the gameplay is seen as addictive yet ultimately lacking in substantial value.
“I actually enjoy playing it, and unlocking everything adds a lot of different gameplay styles and capabilities.”
“Riveting story, excellent gameplay; I really felt immersed in the universe this man created.”
“It's a very simple and addicting concept, with very familiar gameplay.”
“Other than that it offers no real gameplay value and gets very stale quickly.”
“I wouldn't recommend it because you'll find free internet flash games with better quality, better gameplay, oh and did I mention that these are for free?”
“Ammo is scarce as hell, there's no obstacles to use or climb over, the map is small and gameplay is as simple as 'go left, shoot!'”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it hilarious and enjoyable, particularly in the context of gameplay challenges, others feel it falls flat and is not worth recommending. Overall, the comedic elements can lead to amusing moments, especially during intense situations, but opinions on its effectiveness vary significantly.
“Hilarious and actually pretty fun, definitely worth $0.49.”
“I've been laughing myself silly trying to kill those nasty little head-eating guys.”
“I hate how some of the monsters can spawn right next to you and then sprint to you so you can't run away, but it's still hilarious to see your guy run out of ammo when he only needs one more shot to kill it.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by an impressive soundtrack that complements the visuals, creating a realistic and immersive experience. The subtle background imagery adds an extra layer of depth, contributing to the overall ambiance.
“The atmosphere builds up with its awesome soundtrack.”
“It's like R but more realistic and atmospheric.”
“The soundtrack fits the game well; the subtle background imagery adds a touch of pizzazz to the atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is building up with its awesome soundtrack.”
“The soundtrack fits the game well; the image in the background is subtle but gives the atmosphere some pizzazz.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game boasts strong replayability, with players enjoying the side-scrolling monster shooting mechanics and a good variety of weapons. Many hope for future updates that could enhance this aspect even further.
“Has a great replay value, and I hope they add more levels and content in the future.”
“It's nice side-scrolling monster shooting fun with a decent selection of weapons, a nice soundtrack, and lots of replayability.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some users report a smooth experience with no glitches, others highlight significant bugs that detract from the overall enjoyment.
“No glitches, runs fine, easy to hop in and play.”
“The game maintains a steady frame rate, making for a smooth experience.”
“I appreciate how stable the servers are; I rarely encounter any downtime.”
“If it wasn't so buggy, then it'd be okay for what it is.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find that "Call of Tomsk-7" involves a tedious grinding process to achieve progress, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Call of Tomsk-7 requires tedious work to reach a result.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and unfulfilling.”
“I spent hours grinding for resources, only to feel like I made no progress.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is solid, featuring good visuals that perform well, particularly when using the latest AMD beta drivers, though it doesn't set any new benchmarks.
“It's not record-breaking, but it has some solid visuals for performance, especially with the latest AMD drivers beta.”
“The game struggles with optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite having decent graphics, the optimization is poor, making it hard to maintain a stable frame rate.”
“I was disappointed with the optimization; even on high-end hardware, the game runs poorly and feels unresponsive.”