CounterAttack

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CounterAttack is a side scrolling space shooter (shmup). Team up or fight solo, 1 - 4 player local or up to 8 players online coop, unlock upgrades, use powerful ultimate abilities, enhance your ship the way you want, and save the Earth from annihilation.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 100 reviews

story22 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The characters are well-developed and relatable, making the story engaging and immersive.
The series offers a captivating blend of historical accuracy and fictional storytelling, providing readers with a rich understanding of WWII events.
Griffin's writing style is entertaining and easy to read, keeping readers hooked from start to finish.

Some readers feel that this installment lacks the action and excitement found in earlier books in the series.
There are complaints about repetitive content and character backtracking, which can detract from the overall flow of the story.
The book's ending leaves some main characters in unresolved situations, prompting dissatisfaction among readers who expect closure.

story
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
39%
7%
The story is characterized by a focus on character development and the exploration of events rather than just the historical outcomes, creating a unique suspenseful experience. Readers appreciate the engaging storytelling, historical accuracy, and the depth of character relationships, although some note that the pacing can be slow and the narrative occasionally feels juvenile. Overall, it is seen as a compelling continuation of a well-loved series that immerses readers in the experiences of its characters during WWII.
- “The story, as told by Mr. Griffin, actually plays into the fact that most Americans know the results, and thus he concentrates more on the characters and the manner of how the events occurred rather than the actual events themselves. This gives the story a fresh and different element of suspense—how and why things occurred as they did.”
- “Engaging and entertaining, inspiring story based on true events.”
- “Great characters and a wonderful story that will entice one to read the following novels.”
- “The story is there but pieces seem missing.”
- “A lot of the story is pretty juvenile in its telling.”
- “He backtracks, repeats himself, and the story drags on at an extremely slow pace.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Character development in the series receives mixed reviews; while some users praise the excellent integration of character growth with historical events and a strong continuation of storylines, others criticize the lack of change in characters, noting that some remain static throughout. Overall, the quality of character development varies significantly across the entries in the series.
- “Excellent historical background information and wonderful character development.”
- “Another great book in the series, excellent continuation of the storyline with great continued character development.”
- “Good character development and good use of storyline mixed with real historical information.”
- “Very little in character development, and each character is exactly the same throughout, with no changes in the kinds of actions he or she might take.”
- “It wasn't the best of the series; the character development mixed with the actual events was what I liked.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is praised for its ability to evoke nostalgia and create tension, while also delivering moments that are genuinely hilarious, often leading players to laugh until they cry. Griffin's skillful blend of humor and danger enhances the overall experience.
- “It will bring back memories, cause you to tense up at times, and have you laughing till you cry at others.”
- “Griffin’s ability to add humor and danger is the best.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game experiences some glitches, indicating that stability may be an issue.
- “Yes, there are some glitches.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”