Chernobyl Commando

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In Chernobyl Commando, play as a Spec Ops agent fighting terrorists who have taken over the Chernobyl area and are attempting to steal radioactive waste. Explore the carefully recreated Chernobyl area and chase your targets to the Middle East. Engage in intense combat against multiple enemies, both alone and with occasional help from the Army.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

34%

Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

stability7 negative mentions

The game offers a simple, straightforward FPS experience reminiscent of early 2000s shooters, which some players find enjoyable.
There is a variety of weapons available, allowing for different playstyles during combat.
The game can provide some fun moments, especially if purchased at a heavily discounted price.

The game suffers from severe performance issues, including low frame rates and lag, making it nearly unplayable for many users.
Graphics and sound quality are poor, with many players noting that the visuals resemble outdated technology and the audio is often jarring.
Gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with many missions feeling like a chore due to static objectives and buggy AI.

story
21 mentions
14 % positive mentions
71 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The story in the game has received largely negative feedback, with many players finding it vague and unengaging, often describing it as generic and lacking depth. Critics noted that the narrative fails to captivate, with minimal dialogue and a predictable plot centered around a typical terrorist scenario. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a significant weakness, overshadowed by gameplay issues and a lack of meaningful content.
- “Finally, I totally dig the story here.”
- “Chernobyl Commando is just what it sounds like, the usual terrorist plot and you stop them.”
- “For the second half, due to a vague statement or two, there's more story in the 'about this game' section on Steam than in the game as a whole.”
- “While today's story is – stay away from this piece of crap as long as you value your mental health.”
- “It's like moving in a slow jerky motion the entire game and almost no story, if there even was one.”
- “But by the time the second mission booted up....the game fell apart.”
graphics
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as excellent and aesthetically pleasing, while others criticize them as poor, bland, and buggy. Many users note a lack of special effects and lighting, leading to a perception of the visuals as outdated or unrefined. Overall, the graphics seem to significantly impact the gaming experience, with some finding them sufficient for enjoyment and others deeming them a major drawback.
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics and easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “The graphics are excellent.”
- “In particular, I really like the aesthetics.”
- “The graphics are serviceable.”
- “An extremely poor clone of Call of Duty with bland environments, poor graphics and sound, buggy hit detection, and brain-dead AI in addition to a lack of any multiplayer.”
- “The graphics alone, how they look, feel, and move is more than enough reason to avoid this game.”
gameplay
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its mediocrity, featuring static missions, poor AI, and sluggish movement, alongside significant frame drops and lag even on high-end PCs. While it offers a brief, dynamic experience reminiscent of Left 4 Dead, the overall mechanics, particularly for sniping, feel underdeveloped and lack innovation compared to other shooters. Players are advised to seek out demos or gameplay videos before purchasing, as the game does not offer anything particularly compelling or unique.
- “This game itself calculated 5 hours of gameplay.”
- “I played like that for over an hour, and when I restarted the program, the game was back at 60 fps, so it kinda has a Left 4 Dead dynamic gameplay thing going on, which is cool.”
- “Gameplay is just as it sounds.”
- “The gameplay is so mediocre with static missions, bad AI, and sluggish movement, with the worst shooting reticle I’ve seen in a generic FPS like this.”
- “The game has some noticeable frame drops and gameplay lag to a level that my new and powerful gaming PC has never experienced. I can play Rust at 60 FPS with no frame drops, but can't play the second mission without unbearable lag, which makes me want to shoot my own teammates out of frustration.”
- “While the gameplay isn't completely broken, there is nothing here that hasn't been done better in other shooters. Avoid buying this at full cost.”
stability
7 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and poor performance that significantly detract from the experience. Many players note issues such as lag, unresponsive controls, and freezing, particularly during critical moments, leading to frustration. Overall, the game's technical shortcomings create a frustrating and unstable gameplay environment.
- “It's laughably buggy and the way it was made... it's a disaster.”
- “An extremely poor clone of Call of Duty with bland environments, poor graphics and sound, buggy hit detection, and brain-dead AI in addition to a lack of any multiplayer.”
- “Buggy, slow, terrible graphics.”
optimization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for failing to improve performance even when settings are adjusted for maximum efficiency, with players reporting issues like low frame rates and stuttering. Many users feel that a patch is necessary to address these performance problems.
- “I played with the settings optimized for max performance, and it didn't help.”
- “This game needs a patch to fix the FPS and stuttering issues. Would I recommend this game?”
music
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the quality of the voice acting and musical cues as standout features that enhance the overall experience.
- “The voice acting and musical cues are great.”
- “The music enhances the overall experience and immerses you in the game world.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly catchy and keeps you engaged throughout the gameplay.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short time.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and not fitting for the game's atmosphere.”
- “The audio quality of the music is poor, which detracts from the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a significant disparity in opinions regarding replayability, with some users finding the game highly playable and enjoyable, while others express strong dissatisfaction, suggesting a lack of engaging content for repeated playthroughs.
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as neat, suggesting a clean and organized aesthetic that contributes positively to the overall experience.
- “It creates an immersive atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, making every moment feel significant.”
- “The game has a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout.”