Deadswitch 3

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Deadswitch 3 is a fast-paced 2D multiplayer shooter. Experience action-packed combat with hundreds of weapons and multiple solo and team-based game modes.

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 600 reviews

story11 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic 2D shooters, providing a fun and engaging gameplay similar to Call of Duty.
It features a variety of game modes, including multiplayer, survival, and operations, allowing for diverse gameplay experiences.
The customization options for weapons and characters are extensive, and the game is free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience.

The game suffers from significant lag and performance issues, making it frustrating to play, especially in multiplayer modes.
Many players report that the campaign missions are unbalanced and overly difficult, leading to a frustrating experience.
There are concerns about the game's monetization model, with some players feeling that it leans towards pay-to-win mechanics, making progression challenging without spending money.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
60%
14%
The game's story is often described as hard to follow and lacking depth, with many players focusing more on gameplay mechanics than narrative. While some missions are enjoyable, they are frequently criticized for being unbalanced and frustratingly difficult, particularly in solo play. Overall, the campaign is seen as a mixed bag, with some fun moments overshadowed by issues like poor AI and a lack of coherent storytelling.
- “Wonderful game, I enjoy the gameplay, storyline, multiplayer, the guns, the tactical embracing of the game, and the wonderful endless modes.”
- “Some of the missions are pretty well designed and you can increase the challenge on some of them to make them even more fun.”
- “After many months they added only campaign without any bug fixes or AI improvements, which makes the campaign unplayable like our beloved operations. Anyway, there's 20 missions with some story, but DeadSwitch never had any backstory, just a shooting and dying gameplay. I'm not going to point out storytelling here because it's the first time we have something like that, so I respect the initiative of making it.”
- “Although the story doesn't make any sense, I personally only play them for the rewards.”
- “Worst game ever do not get, the game has a lot of lag and glitches, the story is boring and the guns suck.”
- “Campaign missions are imbalanced garbage even on easier difficulties.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
56%
9%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising the fun, fast-paced mechanics and variety of modes, while others criticize janky movement, unresponsive controls, and server issues that hinder the experience. Many appreciate the customization and tactical elements, but frustrations arise from bugs and a perceived lack of polish in core mechanics. Overall, while the game has enjoyable aspects, significant improvements are needed to enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- “Wonderful game, I enjoy the gameplay, storyline, multiplayer, the guns, the tactical embracing of the game, and the wonderful endless modes.”
- “The gameplay is extremely fun and fast-paced, with most of the maps being close quarters and designed for quick matches.”
- “The game plays great, and the loss of the third dimension doesn't hinder it much; all the core mechanics are thought through enough to not ever be a nuisance.”
- “If I am frequently punished because I'm using the mechanics of your game supposedly designed to help me evade them, the game is not fit to be played.”
- “This level truly is the pinnacle of why you cannot make a harder game if your mechanics are not polished.”
- “The game would be decent if it wasn't for the intensive freezing and choking during the gameplay, which may be caused thanks to the early time of the game, assuming it's new yet.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
29%
21%
The game's graphics are generally praised for their appealing low-poly style and variety, providing a good balance between quality and performance, making it accessible for players with lower-end systems. However, some users report performance issues, including low frame rates and graphical glitches, particularly on the Linux version, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, many players find the visuals enjoyable and fitting for the game's 2D shooter genre.
- “If you like 2D shooters, this is probably the only one so far that has high-quality gameplay and graphics. These types of games are somewhat underrated, but I highly recommend checking this game out when you can. The graphics are great, and the multiplayer can be a blast.”
- “All-in-all, very fun, the graphics are great. I definitely recommend it to other players.”
- “It has amazing low-poly graphics, a neat gun system with plenty of selection, a lot of game modes and maps, as well as operations, and a lot of choices for customization.”
- “The graphics are not great either.”
- “Despite lowering the graphics detail, the game is still running slow and lagging in the middle of a shootout.”
- “I don't understand how you can even make this game go under 60fps with graphics like these.”
optimization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting poor performance and frame rate drops even on high-end systems. While some users noted improvements after recent updates, the consensus is that the game still requires substantial optimization to run smoothly across a wider range of hardware. Despite these issues, players find the game enjoyable, indicating that optimization remains a key area for improvement.
- “Well after the most recent update the performance issues are mostly cleared up, the game runs smoother after some changes in my computer's settings.”
- “8/10 overall, I haven't had any performance or lag issues yet, and just more map variety would be cool.”
- “However, what the game needs is some serious updates and optimization, but otherwise, a fun time to be had.”
- “Unbalanced as all hell, ridiculously difficult campaign missions (on the easiest difficulty), and extremely unoptimized.”
- “The game is poorly optimized which is strange since it's basically a 2D flash game.”
- “This game is also horribly optimized; you would think you can run it very well, but nope, bad frames please fix.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being overly aggressive, with in-game purchases prominently featured from the start and a focus on microtransactions that detracts from the overall experience. Players express frustration over the perception that the game prioritizes profit over enjoyment, likening it to tactics used by larger companies known for cash grabs. Overall, the approach to monetization has led to dissatisfaction among users who feel it undermines the game's integrity.
- “If you're playing a free game, it has no in-game purchases.”
- “It's all been changed to only make it enjoyable for those who enjoy microtransactions for premium in-game currencies and multiplayer.”
- “Cash grab type BS.”
- “They also decided to put their in-game purchases directly in your face when you start the game up.”
- “I don't support indie developers so that they can pull EA tactics on me later and simply make everything about the microtransactions.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
15%
71%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming and frustrating, especially at higher ranks where the effort required to level up significantly increases. The prestige system adds to the tedium, forcing players to re-unlock items with minimal rewards, while some feel that the game leans towards a pay-to-win model, making grinding feel even more burdensome. Overall, many users suggest that extensive grinding is necessary, often likening it to needing a "second life" to keep up.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding in this game is an absolute kick in the balls, as while leveling up may initially seem quick, once a player gets to a higher rank they will quickly learn just how much time they will have to dedicate.”
- “The prestige system makes this whole process even more tedious, as upon reaching a new tier of prestige you will have to unlock every single item once more with the only benefit being a small handful of gear.”
- “You either pay to win (and then pay to win again next prestige if that seemed fair enough...and each time you want to upgrade your weapons you already unlocked, unlock weapons you already unlocked last playthrough...) even to prestige now, it isn't enough to earn your way there by grinding, you've also got to pay shards after the fact.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
83%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues such as lag and low frame rates, particularly on the Linux version. Many players find the experience frustrating and unplayable, detracting from overall enjoyment. While some users with decent hardware report better performance, the consensus leans towards a need for significant improvements in stability.
- “It's a fun game; I have a decent PC, and it runs great.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I've experienced consistent performance, even during intense gameplay.”
- “But it's very buggy and hard to play. It needs more sound effects, like when you reload the gun, which doesn't make a sound. The buggy mechanics force you to climb things unexpectedly, ruining the whole PvP experience.”
- “The Linux version of the game is somehow absent in the Steam version, and I get less than 30 fps with graphical glitches when using Proton to play.”
- “Worst game ever, do not get it. The game has a lot of lag and glitches, the story is boring, and the guns are terrible.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky bugs and a lighthearted take on gaming culture, particularly the "not a real fan" trope. While some players find the comedic elements entertaining, they express concern about the prevalence of bugs affecting overall gameplay enjoyment.
- “Funny 2D Call of Duty goes brrrr.”
- “The bugs are funny, but I'm not going to play the whole game with them.”
- “It's funny that the 'not a real fan' angle is where you're taking it, because I exclusively play single player.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes strong feelings of nostalgia, reminiscent of classic titles like Call of Duty, while delivering chaotic and enjoyable gameplay through its 2D format, allowing players to engage in battles against enemy soldiers and zombies.
- “This lovely game made me feel so nostalgic; it's like Call of Duty but in 2D. You can fight enemy soldiers or zombies, or both—it's chaotic and fun.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the game's 2D atmosphere as exceptional, highlighting the smoothness of the gun mechanics and the variety of game modes, resulting in a perfect score of 10 out of 10.
- “The 2D atmosphere is superb, and the guns feel incredibly smooth. The game modes are fantastic—10 out of 10!”
- “The immersive atmosphere really draws you in, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
- “The game's atmosphere is beautifully crafted, with stunning visuals and an incredible sound design that enhances the overall experience.”

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