CT Special Forces

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CT Special Forces is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Asobo Studio and was released on March 13, 2014. It received neutral reviews from players.

"CT Special Forces: Fire For Effect" is a thrilling first-person shooter game that offers unique missions in the fight against global terrorism. The game introduces a cutting-edge engine and physics system that significantly impacts gameplay, providing a fresh experience in the genre. Players can choose from different characters with unique abilities, a vast selection of weapons, and requisition various vehicles such as jeeps, Navy SEAL boats, and hovercrafts to change tactics and navigate the terrifying aerial combat.

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Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

story3 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game combines pure action with tactical gameplay, offering a fun and forgiving experience with smooth controls.
It has a nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic PS2-era shooters, providing enjoyable gameplay despite its flaws.
The level variety and unique shooting mechanics contribute to an entertaining experience, especially for fans of old-school action games.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including poor optimization, unresponsive controls, and frustrating gameplay mechanics.
Graphics and voice acting are subpar, with many elements feeling dated and lacking polish.
Certain missions present unfair difficulty spikes, leading to a frustrating experience that may require cheating to progress.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a smooth and engaging third-person shooter that blends action with tactical elements reminiscent of titles like Metal Gear Solid and Syphon Filter. Players appreciate the unique character mechanics, level variety, and forgiving checkpoint system, which enhances the overall fun and immersion despite the game's graphics. The diverse gameplay styles of the characters contribute to a dynamic experience that keeps players invested.
- “Really nice third person shooter combines pure action with tactical Metal Gear-like gameplay. You play with two kinds of characters, each with their own missions. It's fun and forgiving; if you die, you just go back to the last checkpoint. Overall, a lot of fun and plays very smoothly.”
- “It's a third person shooter with unique shooting and aiming mechanics, pretty good level variety, and solid pacing.”
- “Our heroes have more gameplay differences, which adds depth to the experience.”
- “This game is like a little bit of Syphon Filter, MGS, Splinter Cell, Gears of War, etc. It looks more like a PSP game, but you will forget about the graphics because the gameplay will suck you in!”
- “And certainly, gameplay changed a lot.”
- “Our heroes have more gameplay differences.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as a standard, nonsensical narrative that embraces a cheesy, B-movie vibe, which some players find nostalgic. While the gameplay is fun and offers impressive missions, the plot and cinematics are considered weak, with many reviewers noting that the focus is more on action than storytelling. Overall, the campaign provides enjoyable moments, but the story does not stand out as a strong aspect of the game.
- “However, it has that special VHS action B-movie vibe - the plot and atmosphere are sufficiently cheesy, running and gunning is fun, and the overall pleasantly easy difficulty curve even offers a few rewarding (albeit a tad overly frustrating for a game of that quality) challenges at some points of the campaign.”
- “There are also a few really impressive missions like jumping from a plane onto a train and shooting guys in the air!”
- “Its arcade style has that old school feel that makes the game fun to play, but some missions require a lot of passion and a tactical approach.”
- “I enjoyed it because of the nostalgia, but some missions were very frustrating, and let's not talk about the story, cinematics, voice acting, etc. It's a standard shooter.”
- “- nonsensical story”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally viewed as subpar, reminiscent of a PS2 or PSP title, with some reviewers noting they are acceptable for a 2005 console release. While the visuals may not impress, many players find that the engaging gameplay compensates for the graphical shortcomings. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some appreciating the design and variety of levels despite the outdated aesthetics.
- “The graphics aren't too bad for a 2005 console title; levels are pretty varied and have well-designed paths and timely checkpoints.”
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics and easy controls that move from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “The graphics are better than I expected, especially considering the age of the game.”
- “This game is nothing more than a PS2 era budget game that has been ported directly from the console, with no remappable controls, substandard graphics (for the time), flat shooting, and sometimes cheesy voice acting. This game is mediocre in every sense of the word.”
- “Sure, the graphics were crap and the voice acting was laughable, but right then, as I played it, it was the best game ever.”
- “This game is like a little bit of Syphon Filter, MGS, Splinter Cell, Gears of War, etc. It looks more like a PSP game, but you will forget about the graphics because the gameplay will suck you in!”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy includes manufacturer advertisements that are not prominently featured, suggesting a minimal impact on the user experience.
- “The initial clips are not visible; they are just advertisements from the manufacturer, which feels irrelevant.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constant interruptions.”
- “I feel like I'm being pushed to spend money at every turn, which ruins the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a nostalgic VHS action B-movie vibe, blending cheesy plot elements with enjoyable gameplay. While the difficulty is generally easy, it presents some rewarding challenges that may occasionally feel frustrating. Overall, the atmosphere contributes to a fun and engaging experience.
- “The game has a special VHS action B-movie vibe that enhances the atmosphere, making it feel delightfully cheesy.”
- “The plot and atmosphere are sufficiently cheesy, creating a fun and engaging experience.”
- “The overall atmosphere is complemented by a pleasantly easy difficulty curve, offering rewarding challenges throughout the campaign.”
- “The atmosphere feels cheap and uninspired, lacking any real depth or immersion.”
- “Despite the game's attempts at creating a unique vibe, the overall atmosphere falls flat and feels generic.”
- “The environments are bland and forgettable, making it hard to get invested in the game's world.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant optimization issues, resulting in poor performance even on modern PCs.
- “The game is poorly optimized and barely runs on a modern PC.”
- “Performance issues make it frustrating to play, even on high-end hardware.”
- “Frequent frame drops and long loading times indicate a lack of proper optimization.”