Cover Fire

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Lead your band of heroes to a war against Tetracorp corporation in this shooting game. Build your frontline strategy in the battlefield and kill your enemy from all sides. Take your weapons from a huge arsenal and level up your soldiers with unique skills. Limitless ops action in the best shooter game. Do you accept the challenge? Are you the hero this world war needs?

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Play Modes

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

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization7 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay, great for killing time.
Simple controls and enjoyable mechanics reminiscent of classic arcade shooters.
Free to play with the option to progress without spending money, making it accessible.

Heavy reliance on microtransactions and energy systems that limit gameplay.
Bugs and glitches that can disrupt the experience, including issues with missions and upgrades.
Graphics and overall design feel outdated, resembling a low-quality mobile game rather than a PC title.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
75%
13%
The game's story is described as lacking depth and coherence, with players noting that while it features a campaign and various missions, the narrative is poorly executed. The energy-based gameplay mechanic, which requires players to either wait for energy to refill or spend money, detracts from the overall experience, making the story feel more like a cash grab than a compelling journey. Despite some challenging missions and multiplayer elements, the overall sentiment is that the story fails to engage players meaningfully.
- “Free game on Steam has everything an action game needs with some story and action; must try it at once.”
- “Fight against Tetracorp and lead a mercenary riot on every mission.”
- “- new shooting game and challenging story mode.”
- “The final mission is nigh impossible, and it requires lots of microtransactions, which I always hated when implemented in a Steam game like this, even though it was meant for a mobile phone.”
- “There is a story, but... it's bad.”
- “No updates since 2021 when I played this on mobile; still waiting for mission 14. Since it's a mobile game, it's well known that most mobile game developers just trash their games or make a cash grab.”
monetization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
33%
47%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many users labeling it a cash grab that heavily relies on microtransactions, particularly for completing difficult missions. While some players appreciate the ability to grind for rewards, the overwhelming presence of in-game purchases and ads detracts from the overall experience, leading to frustration among those who dislike such practices in gaming. Overall, the game is perceived as a poorly executed port of a mobile title, primarily designed to extract money from players.
- “The game was okay, for a free-to-play game with microtransactions.”
- “Basically, if you like rail shooters, mobile game format, and microtransactions, you might have fun here.”
- “Fun rail shooter, pushy with in-game purchases but you can grind.”
- “And the final mission is nigh impossible, and it requires lots of microtransactions which I always hated when implemented in a Steam game like this, even though it was meant for a mobile phone.”
- “Cover Fire: Offline Shooting Game is a P2W/P2Play mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a nasty, greedy cash grab from morally void mobile app developers.”
- “Mobile game port and microtransactions (or a lifetime grind contract) says it all.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
29%
29%
The gameplay is generally criticized for being repetitive and simplistic, often described as a mediocre mobile port with a lack of innovation. While some players find it addictive and easy to achieve goals, many express frustration with bugs, the need for in-game purchases, and a lack of engaging mechanics. Overall, it is seen as a typical free-to-play mobile game that fails to deliver a compelling experience.
- “The gameplay and controls are simple, but the game is highly addictive.”
- “Not bad for a free game, I like the gameplay and achievements.”
- “In cover fire, you received the call for duty to be the shooter who leads a squad of veterans through sieged cities, deserts, and fields taken by guerrillas, and defeat all kinds of enemies in the war with the biggest graphics, greatest arsenal, and the best offline gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself does get repetitive, but the tasks are simple, and the achievements are pretty easy to get.”
- “So the gameplay is fine, but the buggy missions and the excessive need to pay for health, grenades, and slow time ruin the fun.”
- “Overall, it's a typical free-to-play mobile game; the gameplay is set in a limited location, gets very repetitive, and forces you to either spend money or grind for a long time.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they resemble those from the early 2000s, lacking modern resolution options and graphical tweaks. While some appreciate the art style and find the visuals acceptable, others criticize them as outdated and incomplete, with missing textures and overall poor quality.
- “Great graphics and very addictive.”
- “Has a nice art; the graphics in the game are decent, and the music suits the game.”
- “In Cover Fire, you received the call of duty to be the shooter who leads a squad of veterans through besieged cities, deserts, and fields taken by guerrillas, showcasing impressive graphics and the best offline gameplay.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “This game is a total child's game with its year 2000 graphics.”
- “However, the graphics look like they're from the 2000s; at some places, complete houses or textures are missing. It's just broken at every part.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with a great soundtrack that suits the gameplay; however, many users find it repetitive and limited in variety, leading to potential frustration over time. Some have even suggested releasing the soundtrack as DLC for additional revenue. Overall, while the music complements the game, its lack of diversity can detract from the experience.
- “The soundtrack is great; I've contacted them before about releasing it as possible DLC, as they'll get some extra revenue from it.”
- “The music suits the game perfectly.”
- “The repeating background music is enough to give you a splitting headache after about ten minutes.”
- “This game has a very small number of music tracks, and it gets very repetitive.”
- “Overall, it gets repetitive, with soundtracks and gameplay that lack variety.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, buggy missions, and problematic hitboxes that hinder gameplay. While some players find enjoyment in the quirky elements, the overall experience is marred by these persistent bugs and the need to pay for essential resources.
- “But it is really buggy.”
- “So the gameplay is fine, but the buggy missions and the excessive need to pay for health, grenades, and slow time ruin the fun.”
- “With buggy weapons, buggy stages, and even buggy hitboxes (13-7 headshot impossible to achieve).”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find the humor in the game to be quite hilarious, suggesting it adds a positive element to the experience. They also express a desire for multiplayer options to enhance the fun further.
- “That was quite hilarious! It would be even better if it had multiplayer.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players appreciate the option for replayability through character upgrades and card enhancements, suggesting that it encourages them to return for further play. However, some feel currently hindered in their progression, which may affect their immediate desire to replay the game.
- “The game offers great replayability with the option to improve characters through card upgrades, making me want to come back for more.”
- “I appreciate the replayability factor; it keeps the game fresh and encourages me to explore different strategies.”
- “There are so many choices and paths to take that I find myself wanting to replay the game multiple times to experience everything.”
- “The game offers some replayability through character upgrades and card improvements, but right now I feel stuck and unable to progress.”
- “While there are options for replayability, I find myself feeling blocked and unmotivated to return to the game.”
- “I appreciate the potential for replayability, but at the moment, I don't feel compelled to come back and play more.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players perceive the game's community as wholesome and inclusive, suggesting a positive emotional atmosphere that fosters connection and acceptance among its members.