Delta Force: Xtreme
- June 18, 2009
- NovaLogic
Delta Force: Xtreme is a first-person shooter game that brings back the original Delta Force game with enhanced graphics and new features. The game offers over 60 single and multiplayer levels, including classic missions and new challenges, with various game modes such as deathmatch, capture the flag, and stats tracking. It's a must-play for new and returning Delta Force fans alike.v
Reviews
- The game brings back great nostalgia and memories from childhood, making it enjoyable for long-time fans.
- It offers a good amount of action and freedom of movement, allowing players to choose their weapons and approach missions in various ways.
- Despite its dated mechanics, the shooting mechanics and some fun missions provide an enjoyable experience.
- The game feels clunky and outdated, with numerous gameplay errors and unrealistic enemy AI that detracts from the overall experience.
- Limited weapon choices and repetitive missions make the gameplay feel shallow and less engaging compared to earlier titles in the series.
- The lack of multiplayer functionality and technical issues, such as frame rate limitations and bugs, significantly diminish the game's value.
- story31 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its repetitive and shallow missions, with many players finding the single-player experience lacking in depth and engagement. While some missions offer enjoyable moments and nostalgic remakes of classic gameplay, the overall narrative fails to captivate, leading to a quick sense of closure after completion. The limited number of missions and reliance on familiar objectives contribute to a forgettable experience, despite the introduction of new mechanics like respawning.
“Each mission has been tweaked a bit from the original, which was a nice twist; for example, in some missions, you will be riding to the objective on a motorbike or will be dropping in from a parachute.”
“If you want more Delta Force and want to see some of the original missions remade in a new 3D engine, then you will not be disappointed with this game.”
“This game basically combines elements of Joint Operations: Typhoon Rising with Delta Force 1 missions, making it a game changer for those who enjoy remakes of old games.”
“The single-player missions are solely driven by objectives, providing players with short and not compelling or enjoyable gameplay experiences as they progress through various locations in each level.”
“There are only 20 single-player missions, all of which are remakes from the original Delta Force 1.”
“All missions are copy-pasted from previous sequels.”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Delta Force: Xtreme is a mixed experience, featuring a blend of recycled mechanics and new elements that ultimately fall short of expectations. While the shooting mechanics and sniper kills provide moments of enjoyment, the overall experience is marred by gameplay errors, lackluster AI, and incomplete animations, leading to a feeling of an unfinished product. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a humorous one-time experience that can be entertaining, especially for those who appreciate its nostalgic elements.
“It's a hilarious one-time experience gameplay-wise that everyone should jump into from time to time, as playing something like this adds so much value to games I thought were even worse until I played this.”
“The only thing that saves Delta Force: Xtreme from a negative review is the short duration of the playthrough, enjoyable shooting mechanics, and its hilarious moments during gameplay.”
“This new respawn mechanic makes sense with the increased amount of baddies and the new combat vehicles that are added into the missions.”
“The gameplay experience feels incomplete, lacking polish and appearing dated even for its release period.”
“The animation work for gameplay is notably incomplete and plagued by glitches, with even the simplest door entrances resulting in unintentional collisions.”
“The single-player missions are solely driven by objectives, providing players with short and not compelling or enjoyable gameplay experiences as they progress through various locations in each level.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Delta Force: Xtreme" receive mixed reviews, with many users noting that they feel outdated and inferior compared to contemporary titles. While some appreciate the modernized visuals and gameplay, others find the overall quality lacking, describing the graphics as incomplete or "old school." Overall, the game struggles to impress in the visual department, leaving players with a sense of dissatisfaction.
“Fast game with modern day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
“I love this game; nice graphics and gameplay.”
“Just more modern, with pretty graphics.”
“Visuals and audio fall especially short in this one, and while the technological limitations of its time might justify a lack of complex details in graphics and sound effects, it's surprising that Delta Force: Xtreme feels so inferior alongside other games that include significantly superior visuals and audio.”
“The visuals of the game feel incomplete, leaving a sense of dissatisfaction.”
“The graphics in these games are old school.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, providing a hilarious one-time experience that enhances the overall enjoyment, even in the face of gameplay setbacks. Players appreciate the comedic moments that arise, particularly from the game's quirks and bugs, which contribute to a fun atmosphere despite its short duration.
“It's a hilarious one-time experience gameplay-wise that everyone should jump into from time to time, as playing something like this adds so much value to games I thought were even worse until I played this.”
“Despite these setbacks, the respawn system mitigates the frustration, allowing players to continue missions without restarting and experiencing some hilarious moments.”
“The only thing that saves Delta Force: Xtreme from a negative review is the short duration of the playthrough, enjoyable shooting mechanics, and its hilarious moments during gameplay.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is significantly hampered by numerous glitches and incomplete animations, which detract from the overall experience and lead to unfavorable comparisons with more polished titles like Battlefield 1942 and Call of Duty 2. Players report issues such as unintentional collisions during basic interactions, further highlighting the game's instability.
“Numerous glitches and issues take away from the overall pleasure, inevitably leading to comparisons with superior titles like Battlefield 1942, Battlefield 2, and Call of Duty 2.”
“The animation work for gameplay is notably incomplete and plagued by glitches, with even the simplest door entrances resulting in unintentional collisions.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is not explicitly addressed in the provided text, but it suggests that the inclusion of weapons reminiscent of the original Delta Force enhances the overall experience, potentially indicating a preference for gameplay over aggressive monetization strategies.
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with some users expressing that the soundtrack is compelling enough to warrant purchasing the game solely for it.
“Hell, I would buy this game for the soundtrack alone.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is a double-edged sword; while it challenges players to strategize and improve their skills, it can also be punishing for those who dive in unprepared. Overall, it rewards careful planning and finesse, enhancing the gameplay experience.
“I have such a love-hate relationship with this game. On one hand, it will kick your ass the first time you wander into it without planning your attack, and on the other hand, the more finesse you put into your performance, the better you get at it. This is what you would call an actual game.”
“The game is poorly optimized, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“I often experience long loading times, which disrupts the flow of the game and makes it frustrating to play.”
“Despite having a powerful PC, the game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”