Cover Fire

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Cover Fire is a single player shooter game with a warfare theme. It was developed by 1MB and was released on November 4, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 148 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

monetization8 negative mentions

The game offers fast-paced, action-packed gameplay with smooth controls and a variety of missions, making it enjoyable for players of all skill levels.
It's a great option for offline play, allowing players to enjoy the game without needing an internet connection, which is perfect for gaming on the go.
Many players find it to be a fun and addictive way to pass the time, especially for those who enjoyed the mobile version.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.
Heavy reliance on microtransactions and an energy system can make progression feel grindy and limit playtime, leading to a pay-to-win perception.
As a mobile port, the graphics and overall depth of gameplay are considered lacking compared to more robust PC titles, making it feel like a cash grab.

story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Cover Fire" is described as engaging yet flawed, featuring a variety of short campaign missions that keep gameplay dynamic. Players appreciate the action-oriented narrative involving a mercenary fight against Tetracorp, but many criticize the overall quality of the story and the reliance on microtransactions for progression. While the game offers a decent offline FPS experience, the energy system and mission design detract from the enjoyment of the storyline.
- “It’s a great choice for players looking for an offline FPS experience with engaging combat and a decent storyline.”
- “The campaign missions are short but fun, offering different objectives that keep the gameplay from feeling too repetitive.”
- “Free game on Steam has everything an action game needs with some story and action; must try it at once.”
- “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.”
- “Energy depletes as you do missions, eventually requiring you to either spend money to refill or wait god knows how long for it to refill automatically.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a fun yet repetitive experience, featuring cover-based shooting mechanics that add a strategic element to battles. While it offers simple controls and addictive elements, many users note a lack of depth compared to larger shooter titles, with some criticizing the presence of ads and the need for in-game purchases. Overall, it is seen as a typical free-to-play mobile game that can be entertaining but suffers from bugs and a lack of innovation.
- “A fun offline shooter with action-packed gameplay.”
- “The cover-based shooting mechanics work well, making battles feel strategic while still maintaining an action-packed flow.”
- “The gameplay and controls are simple, but the game is highly addictive.”
- “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 overly need to pay for health, grenades, and slow time ruin the fun.”
- “Overall its a typical free-to-play mobile game, the gameplay sets in a limited location, gets very repetitive, and forces you to either pump money or grind for your lifetime.”
monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the heavy reliance on ads and in-game purchases, which can detract from the overall experience. While some users find the ads manageable and appreciate the ability to grind for rewards, others view the game as a cash grab, particularly due to its steep difficulty curve and the necessity of microtransactions for progression. Overall, the game's monetization approach may appeal to those accustomed to mobile gaming, but it has left a negative impression on players seeking a more traditional gaming experience.
- “The game was okay for a free-to-play game with microtransactions.”
- “Fun rail shooter, pushy with in-game purchases, but you can grind.”
- “Basically, if you like rail shooters, mobile game format, and microtransactions, you might have fun here.”
- “The game also leans heavily on in-game purchases, which may not sit well with all players.”
- “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.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive 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, graphics in the game are ... ok, music suits the game.”
- “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 graphic, greatest arsenal, 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
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with a great soundtrack that fits the overall theme; however, players note that the limited number of tracks leads to repetitiveness, which can become grating over time. Some users have expressed interest in a potential DLC for the soundtrack, but the repetitive nature of the music can detract from the overall 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, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Do not waste your time; 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, gameplay, energy limits, and endless card upgrades.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 technical problems.
- “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).”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, as the progression system requires repetitive tasks, and the predictability of enemy AI can contribute to the feeling of monotony.
- “The enemy AI can feel predictable at times, and the progression system can be a bit grindy.”
- “Grinding for levels feels tedious and takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged with the storyline.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the humor in the game to be quite hilarious, suggesting it adds a positive element to the experience. There is also a desire for multiplayer features to enhance the fun further.
- “That was quite hilarious! It would be even better if it had multiplayer.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and funny scenarios!”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the replayability aspect due to the ability to upgrade characters through card enhancements, which encourages returning to the game. However, some feel hindered by current progression barriers, which may limit their motivation to replay in the short term.
- “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 this moment, I don't feel compelled to come back and play more.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players perceive the game's community as wholesome and inclusive, fostering a positive emotional environment that discourages racism and promotes kindness.