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CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit

31%Game Brain Score
humor
story, gameplay
31% User Score Based on 116 reviews

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"CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit" is a first-person shooter game where players assume the role of a member of the Counter Terrorism Unit. The game emphasizes intimidation and negotiation in addition to combat, and offers a range of weapons and tools to complete missions. Online co-op play for up to five players is available, with AI teammates that can be controlled to assist in missions. Success in missions earns players money to spend on new weapons, tools, and team members.

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CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit screenshot
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CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit screenshot
CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit screenshot
CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit screenshot
CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit screenshot
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31%
Audience ScoreBased on 116 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
story4 negative mentions
  • The game has a decent variety of mechanics and features, such as a map editor and the ability to recruit officers, which could lead to interesting gameplay.
  • Some players find the game enjoyable, especially in co-op mode with friends, suggesting it has potential for fun experiences.
  • The developers are active and publishing regular updates, indicating that improvements may come in the future.
  • The game suffers from poor AI behavior, clunky controls, and unresponsive movement, making it frustrating to play.
  • Many players report technical issues, including crashes and bugs that have not been fixed since launch, leading to a lack of polish.
  • The overall gameplay experience is considered mediocre, with repetitive missions and a lack of engaging content, making it hard to recommend.
  • story
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth and cohesion, with players expressing disappointment over the minimal number of missions and repetitive environments. Many found the narrative unclear, often resorting to aimless wandering due to poorly defined objectives, and compared it unfavorably to simpler games with more engaging plots. Overall, the story fails to motivate players, leaving them frustrated with the gameplay experience.

    • “The second mission is a bunch of identical rooms in what I guess is a hotel; there are dark tight corridors, and when you use the flashlight, you can see the terrible shadows everywhere.”
    • “More missions, maybe a cohesive plot or something.”
    • “Because at the moment, this game reminds me of a flash game called Sierra 7, which I'd say actually had a better story than this, and while on rails, all stick figures worked really well.”
    • “The biggest downside is that there are only 4 different maps for the single player (+ 4 tutorial missions).”
    • “The missions you can play show the game to be boring.”
    • “Because at the moment this game reminds me of a flash game called Sierra 7, which I'd say actually had a better story than this.”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it for being clunky, slow, and featuring stiff controls. While some appreciate the variety of mechanics and find enjoyment in co-op play, others feel that the overall experience is mediocre and lacks polish. The game's graphics are also noted as subpar, further detracting from the gameplay experience.

    • “Not the best graphics but I find the gameplay to be very enjoyable.”
    • “The game has a good variety of different mechanics (snake cam, various grenade types, leaning).”
    • “Yeah, some of the gameplay is a little quirky, that's understandable, but for me this is an enjoyable game and if you have some people to play co-op with, I highly recommend picking this up!”
    • “The actual gameplay is mediocre at best and the controls feel stiff.”
    • “Terrible and clunky gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is too slow and controls are just ughhhh... you can tell they were inspired by the SWAT games, but the game definitely needs tons of work.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as "terrible" and "really bad." Despite this, some players still find the gameplay enjoyable, indicating that the overall experience may compensate for the visual shortcomings.

    • “Graphics are terrible.”
    • “Graphics are really bad and gameplay is clunky.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, with users describing it as unfinished and poorly executed, featuring lazy movement and a lack of polish. Many feel it is a subpar imitation of earlier titles like SWAT 3 and SWAT 4, with graphics that do not compensate for its numerous flaws, leading to a disappointing experience overall.

    • “It's unfinished, lazy movement, poorly optimized. Though it may have some potential, it's sad that Excalibur can't fix or finish all of their projects.”
    • “This game looks like an exact cheap and not optimized copy of SWAT 3 and SWAT 4, only smothered in graphics. Even SWAT 3 and SWAT 4 would be better and more playable than this. Not recommended at all; very disappointed.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's music is minimal, featuring only a generic action theme that plays on loop, primarily in the main menu and occasionally during gameplay. This limited use of music is deemed appropriate, as the focus on sound cues for movement is essential to the experience.

    • “There's no music with the exception of the main menu and a bit in the game, which is understandable as you need it to be quiet so you can hear movements.”
    • “The music in this game, as far as I can tell, is a generic action theme played on loop constantly; that's it, that one track.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been criticized for its lack of originality and poor optimization, leading to a perception that it offers little replayability compared to its predecessors, SWAT 3 and SWAT 4. Reviewers express disappointment, suggesting that even older titles provide a more engaging experience. Overall, the game is not recommended for those seeking replay value.

    • “This game feels like a cheap and unoptimized copy of SWAT 3 and SWAT 4, with only improved graphics. Even the older games are more playable than this. Not recommended at all; I'm very disappointed.”
    • “This game lacks replayability and feels like a rushed imitation of better titles. The experience is stale and doesn't offer anything new to keep players engaged.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, providing a lighthearted experience that enhances enjoyment, though it may not meet the expectations of a polished final product.

    • “The humor in this game is more entertaining than disruptive, providing a lighthearted experience that feels unexpected in a polished product.”
    • “The comedic elements add a delightful twist, making the gameplay enjoyable and memorable.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have reported stability issues, particularly with the system for tracking calls made after in-game actions like kills or arrests. The lack of automation in this process can lead to glitches and distractions, resulting in lost time during gameplay.

    • “It's hard to tell who you've called in. I'd prefer this part to be automatic after you kill or arrest someone, as this can cause you to lose minutes if it glitches and doesn't complete, or more likely, you get distracted.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, leading users to advise against spending money on it. Overall, players feel that the game's financial model detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I can't say I didn't try to like this game, but I wouldn't recommend spending money on it, as it is becoming increasingly clear that this was just a cash grab.”

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