Cold War

About

"Cold War" is a single-player shooter game with pretty visuals and an intriguing story. As freelance journalist Matt Carter, you must evade and eliminate Soviet forces and uncover an international conspiracy in Moscow after being imprisoned by the KGB. The game offers multiple ways to complete missions, including stealth or brute force, and features an interactive non-linear world with hidden paths and the ability to create weapons and traps.

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Play Modes

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

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews

story12 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Unique settings in Soviet Union with interesting locations like Lenin Mausoleum and Chernobyl.
Engaging story with a mix of stealth and crafting mechanics that allow for creative gameplay.
Atmospheric sound design and nostalgic elements that appeal to fans of Cold War themes.

Unbalanced combat system with clunky controls and poor aiming mechanics.
Repetitive gameplay with limited environments and trivial tasks that can feel tedious.
Technical issues such as bugs, lack of widescreen support, and confusing controls detract from the experience.

story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
58%
8%
The game's story is set against a unique backdrop of Cold War-era Soviet Union, featuring intriguing locations like the Kremlin and Chernobyl, and is generally well-written with engaging twists and a comic book-style presentation. While some players found the narrative to be somewhat generic and the gameplay mechanics frustrating, many appreciated the espionage themes and replayability offered by different modes. Overall, the story is seen as entertaining and creative, though it could benefit from further development and polish.
- “The story is good, and rather lengthy; the game took me about 11-12 hours to complete and there are several twists and turns as the story progresses. It is entertaining and mostly well done.”
- “The good things about this game are a twisted and exciting story, many creative tools that you can craft, and I like the idea of a camera that can be used as a weapon. Plus, the fact that the main character is a reporter makes this idea very creative.”
- “The story is told through a series of comic book-like cutscenes between missions with corny, voice-acted Russian accents that, in my opinion, adds a lot of charm to this game.”
- “Had received more polish and expanded the story, Cold War could have been a decent video game, but it ends up being a broken title with an interesting idea that I wish someone would pick up and build on.”
- “The game starts off pretty well with stealth missions, but then dumps tons of nonsense on you.”
- “You go from decent stealth missions to poorly made missions where you are under a timer and have enemies literally spawning in on you, then afterwards it turns into awkward gun battles as your enemies use a cover system you don't have access to.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
27%
20%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many acknowledging that while they were impressive for their 2005 release, they have not aged well by modern standards. Some players appreciate the visuals and cutscenes, rating them around 6-7/10, while others find them outdated and lacking in quality. Overall, the graphics are considered decent for their time but may disappoint players expecting contemporary standards.
- “This is an awesome espionage stealth/shooter game while old, not that dated... good graphics and a great story with really cool gadgets makes this a gem of a game!”
- “The mechanics are solid, the graphics are nice for the time it was published, the sound is well-done, the levels are challenging, and the gameplay is fun overall.”
- “This game is cheap, the controls are very good, the graphics are great for 2005, there is a quicksave system as opposed to a checkpoint saving system, and I ask you: what other game allows you to have a shootout inside of Lenin's tomb?”
- “Graphics are already outdated, but it isn't ugly at all.”
- “Visuals 6.5/10. I would like to set this higher, but it was only just par in 2005 and it hasn't aged well. This mostly comes from the few cutscenes done with the game engine itself, and those are few and far between.”
- “I understand it's from 2005, and I know graphics don't make a game, but all I'm saying is the game can be confusing to most people.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising the stealth and crafting mechanics while others criticize the shooting controls and lack of clarity in explaining game mechanics. Although the game offers a decent experience reminiscent of titles like Splinter Cell, it can become tedious and frustrating at times. Overall, players find the gameplay enjoyable but acknowledge significant room for improvement.
- “A decent little Splinter Cell-inspired stealth title with a good use of crafting mechanics.”
- “The stealth and crafting mechanics are where the developers spent the most time.”
- “The mechanics are solid, the graphics are nice for the time it was published, the sound is well-done, the levels are challenging, and the gameplay is fun overall.”
- “The game mechanics are also not the best.”
- “Not very good at explaining mechanics, like the ammo for the camera, the x-ray meter, how to equip different types of ammo in your gun.”
- “The gameplay, however, becomes tedious very quickly.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some find it repetitive, others praise it for its engaging ambient tracks and thrilling chase themes that effectively enhance the game's atmosphere. Overall, it contributes positively to the experience, with some reviewers rating it as high as 8/10.
- “This game is awesome! It may be a little out of date, but it plays very well. It has an engaging story and a cool comic-style for the cutscenes. Its stealth system is solid, and it has awesome music.”
- “Audio 8/10! Great ambient music and thrilling chase music are perfect for setting the tone for this game!”
- “Music is okay but repetitive.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its immersive and visually appealing qualities, although some users note that it may feel somewhat linear. Overall, it effectively draws players into its environment.
- “Maybe a bit too linear, but atmospheric and really immersive.”
- “Very nice looking atmosphere.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by a funny ending cut scene and a cheesy plot that adds a lighthearted touch to an otherwise bland gameplay experience reminiscent of Splinter Cell.
- “The ending cutscene is actually funny.”
- “It's really just a bland version of Splinter Cell with a hilariously cheesy plot.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly noting that traveling across the map can become monotonous and detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “The gameplay, however, becomes tedious very quickly.”
- “Traveling from one side of a map to another can be a bit tedious.”