Conflict Desert Storm™

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 767 reviews
  • story
  • stability
  • graphics
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"Conflict Desert Storm" is a squad-based combat game where you lead a team of four SAS or Delta Force operatives on 15 challenging missions in various environments. Command your team to complete objectives, engage in fierce combat, call in air strikes, and take control of vehicles. The AI governs enemy and squad behavior, and your squad's expertise improves as each mission is completed.

  • PC
  • Windows
  • Nintendo Gamecube
  • Play​Station
  • Play​station 2
  • Xbox
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Reviews

70%
Audience ScoreBased on 767 reviews
story9 positive mentions
stability74 negative mentions
  • The game brings back nostalgic memories for many players who enjoyed it on older consoles.
  • The tactical gameplay allows for creative strategies and control over a squad of characters, enhancing the experience.
  • Despite its age, the game still offers fun and engaging missions that can be enjoyable for fans of the genre.
  • The PC port is riddled with bugs, including characters getting stuck in mid-air and issues with mouse sensitivity.
  • Many players report that the game is nearly unplayable on modern systems due to performance issues and lack of optimization.
  • The absence of co-op multiplayer, which was available in console versions, disappoints many fans of the original game.
  • story100 mentions

    The game's story revolves around tactical missions where players can choose to control either a USA Delta Force squad or a British SAS squad, engaging in various objectives like search and destroy, often inspired by historical events. While the narrative framework is appreciated for its nostalgic value and mission variety, many players find it lacking depth and coherence, with some describing it as weak and primarily focused on gameplay rather than storytelling. Additionally, numerous technical glitches severely hinder the experience, making it difficult for players to progress through the missions, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the story.

    • “The gameplay feeling, the events that happen, the plot of the game is truly enormous.”
    • “Conflict offers a 14 mission set during the Gulf Wars where you'll get to play as either the U.S. or British forces, providing a rich narrative experience.”
    • “The missions are solid and some can take multiple attempts to 'get right' if I try to go for a stealth playthrough.”
    • “If you're here for story, this isn't the game.”
    • “The part I don't like about this game is the story, which is weak.”
    • “Plot is weak because it has no real story; you just need to do this task to stop something or other. No story involved really; combat is fun and well done.”
  • stability74 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting game-breaking glitches and bugs that render it nearly unplayable. While the nostalgic value remains, the overwhelming presence of technical issues, particularly in the Steam port, significantly detracts from the overall experience. Many players express frustration over the lack of optimization and the need for fixes to enjoy the game properly.

    • “100 hours into this game and it isn't worth any price point with all the bugs and glitches.”
    • “This is painfully the worst port of this game I have ever played. The glitches or bugs are so out of control that I lost to stage 2 like 5 times because of them.”
    • “As much as I hate to say this, I wouldn't recommend this game as it's so buggy it made it unplayable for me.”
  • graphics53 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely regarded as dated and not up to modern standards, with many reviewers noting that they were acceptable for the time of release but have not aged well. While some players appreciate the nostalgic charm of the visuals, others find them buggy and lacking polish, especially when compared to contemporary titles. Overall, the consensus is that while the graphics may detract from the experience for some, the gameplay remains enjoyable for those willing to overlook these shortcomings.

    • “Graphics are superb considering its release date; the storyline is 11/10. You get to play as SAS or Delta Force, with a leader responsible for everything, a sniper to pick off targets at range, an engineer who fixes everything with his trusty wrench, and a machine gunner who can mow down hordes of terrorists in less than a second.”
    • “The graphics are actually very good, considering how long ago this was made.”
    • “Great gameplay, and considering this game is over a decade old, the graphics are decent.”
    • “Does not hold up graphically whatsoever; my child brain really pulled one over on me for this one.”
    • “Unfortunately, it didn't age too well, especially the controls and graphics are dated.”
    • “The graphics are polished and outdated instead of in the proper context on old-fashioned hardware.”
  • gameplay40 mentions

    The gameplay of this game is praised for its tactical depth, intuitive squad mechanics, and engaging action sequences, making it a standout title for its time. However, many players report significant issues with bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration with controls and sensitivity settings. While the core mechanics and diverse gameplay elements are appreciated, the game's dated design and technical problems hinder its playability on modern platforms.

    • “The gameplay is absolutely fantastic, and the graphics were great for its time.”
    • “One of the best examples of a tactical shooter with intuitive squad mechanics and, for the times, a surprisingly intelligent AI that still challenges.”
    • “Fun, historically accurate gameplay, a leveling system where your soldiers' skills increase, such as marksmanship and healing, as well as drivable vehicles and a wide variety of missions makes this fun.”
    • “10% gameplay, 90% bugs and glitches.”
    • “Mechanics are all broken and the game is literally unplayable.”
    • “Core gameplay felt broken.”
  • optimization9 mentions

    Overall, "Conflict: Desert Storm" suffers from significant optimization issues on modern platforms, with players reporting glitchy textures, poor performance, and problematic mouse sensitivity. While some users have found workarounds to improve performance, the game is generally considered unoptimized for current gaming standards, making it a frustrating experience for new players despite its nostalgic value.

    • “I did follow some optimization and stuff, accidentally discovered how to unfloat your units by alt-tabbing in and out.”
    • “But as much as I liked it when it came out and I played it now, the game is disappointing, not in terms of action or story but optimization.”
    • “Big problems with launching this game on modern PC (use RivaTuner to lock FPS count and it will solve most of the performance issues), but still this game is a must to play.”
    • “Game performance/port is abysmal.”
    • “But as much as I liked it when it came out, playing it now is disappointing, not in terms of action or story, but optimization.”
    • “The mouse movement is wonky and stuttering at best.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely derived from its outdated mechanics and glitches, such as erratic movement and awkward voice lines, which players find amusing despite their frustrations. Many reviewers appreciate the nostalgic charm and laugh at the game's shortcomings, describing it as "hilariously bad" while still recommending it for its fun factor. Overall, the humor stems from a mix of intentional and unintentional comedic elements that evoke fond memories and laughter.

    • “I find it hilarious that you can float in the air and not jump.”
    • “Made me laugh though 10/10 would recommend.”
    • “Still brings some memories but it's funny now, how you can notice everything wrong since everything about video games developed.”
    • “The controls are terrible, and the movement feels like an unfunny joke.”
    • “The humor falls flat and often feels forced, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
    • “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and miss the mark.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a solid soundtrack and effective sound effects that enhance the gameplay experience. Players particularly appreciate the ability to play their own music on the Xbox version, while the ambient music and level-specific tracks contribute positively to the overall atmosphere.

    • “The sound effects, soundtrack, and voice acting are all solid as well.”
    • “Conflict: Desert Storm is a third-person shooter with squad-based tactics and an awesome soundtrack on each level!”
    • “Good soundtrack.”
    • “Ambient music was half decent.”
    • “The coolest part about the Xbox version was you were able to play your favorite music while playing Conflict.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging and intense environment, characterized by a quasi-realistic setting that enhances the excitement of fast-paced firefights. Reviewers highlight it as one of the best in its genre, alongside other notable titles.

    • “The atmosphere and action are second to none.”
    • “The game has a quasi-realistic atmosphere to it; you die quickly, but there's still tons of firefights to keep you excited.”
    • “My top three are this, Desert Storm 2, and Freedom Fighters, which also has a great story, gameplay, and atmosphere.”
    • “The game has a quasi-realistic atmosphere to it, you die quickly, but there's still tons of firefights to keep you excited.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's multiple playstyles and well-designed missions, contributing to its notable replayability.

    • “There are many ways to play this game, offering significant replayability.”
    • “Well-designed missions provide great replay value.”
    • “There are many ways to play this game, but the replayability feels limited.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Many players find the initial missions to be tedious and boring, leading to a sense of grinding; however, they often note that the game significantly improves and becomes much more enjoyable as they progress.

    • “The first 3 to 4 missions are very tedious and boring, but the game gets much better eventually.”
    • “Grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay invested in the story.”
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