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DEPLOYMENT

Deployment is unique in that it blends arcade style shooters with competitive elements. Procedurally generated levels and power ups are a fun addition to the action as well. Unfortunately, there was no online community to be found when this game was deployed onto Steam.
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74%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, optimization
80% User Score Based on 456 reviews
Critic Score 60%Based on 4 reviews

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DEPLOYMENT is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game. It was developed by Whale Rock Games and was released on April 10, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"DEPLOYMENT is a shooter game set in a post-apocalyptic world, where 2-players or multi-player can cooperatively or competitively control Infosoldiers and fight for control over critical systems. With good game mechanics, compelling visuals, and a randomly-generated maze, players can choose a class and engage in intense action gameplay. Available for purchase on Steam."

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 456 reviews
gameplay48 positive mentions
story11 negative mentions

  • Fast-paced and addictive gameplay with unique classes and dynamic maps that keep matches fresh and exciting.
  • Visually appealing with a slick cyberpunk aesthetic and a good soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience.
  • Offers a fun multiplayer experience, especially when played with friends, and provides a solid tactical shooter experience.
  • The game suffers from a sparse player base, making it difficult to find online matches, often resulting in playing against bots.
  • Gameplay can become repetitive over time due to limited modes and a lack of depth in mechanics.
  • Technical issues such as lag, bugs, and a lack of polish detract from the overall experience.
  • gameplay
    101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Deployment is characterized by fast-paced, tactical action in a top-down arena shooter format, featuring multiple classes and dynamic maps that encourage strategic play. Players appreciate the engaging mechanics, intuitive controls, and visually appealing graphics, although some note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, especially with limited multiplayer options. Overall, it offers a fun and addictive experience, particularly for fans of competitive shooters, despite some technical issues and a sparse player community.

    • “Deployment is a fast-paced top-down arena shooter with multiple classes, quick matches, and tactical point-control gameplay, offering a simple but fun multiplayer experience.”
    • “The mechanics are well-balanced, providing both challenge and satisfaction as you progress through the levels.”
    • “Deployment delivers fast-paced, exciting gameplay with its unique classes and dynamic maps.”
    • “There are only bots in the matches; the gameplay is terrible.”
    • “The repetitive gameplay, minimal story, and technical issues detract from the experience.”
    • “Additionally, the lack of depth in mechanics and sparse multiplayer community make it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
  • graphics
    84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many players appreciating the minimalist and clean art style that enhances gameplay without being distracting. While some reviews mention pixelated visuals or basic graphics, others highlight the immersive and vibrant aesthetics, particularly in the context of its fast-paced action and sci-fi themes. Overall, the visuals are described as pleasant and functional, contributing positively to the gaming experience.

    • “Deployment delivers an immersive experience with its polished graphics and intense combat scenarios.”
    • “Visually, Deployment embraces a clean, neon-infused aesthetic that represents the digital theme of the game effectively.”
    • “The graphics are designed in a minimalistic style, which makes the gameplay more focused and pleasing to the eye.”
    • “The graphics are simple, but they work; there's no need for fancy stuff.”
    • “This game sucks, I didn't like anything about it; the graphics are terrible. I want to forget I ever played it... after buying this game, I want to buy eyes that haven't seen it.”
    • “Looks like someone spent a week in Unity with default graphics and made a poorly implemented top-down shooter.”
  • story
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is highly polarized among players, with many criticizing it for being minimal or virtually non-existent, particularly in the context of its multiplayer focus. While some players appreciate the strategic elements and mission variety, others find the lack of a deep narrative and repetitive gameplay to be significant drawbacks. A few reviews highlight a well-developed storyline with engaging plot twists, but these sentiments are overshadowed by the overall consensus that the game lacks a compelling single-player experience.

    • “The fascinating story, the variety of classes, mechanics, upgrades, and modes make it exciting.”
    • “An exciting futuristic shooter with pixel graphics, a well-developed storyline with good plot twists, different classes of warriors, and top-notch enemies.”
    • “A great story that explains what's going on and why we're fighting.”
    • “The game's graphics were strange, and I didn't like the game's storyline.”
    • “There’s not much story or variety — just deathmatch, team mode, and bots on repeat.”
    • “The game’s main emphasis on multiplayer combat means it offers limited single-player content, which may not appeal to those looking for a story-driven experience or a robust solo campaign.”
  • music
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and dynamic soundtrack, which enhances the overall gaming experience and fits well with the visuals. Reviewers appreciate the pleasant and immersive quality of the music, noting its ability to complement the gameplay without being overwhelming. While some mention a limited variety in tracks, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack effectively contributes to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.

    • “The game features pleasant, uncluttered graphics, simple yet enjoyable music, and fun gameplay, all of which provide a satisfying gaming experience.”
    • “The graphics and music are a real pleasure, immersing you in a sci-fi atmosphere.”
    • “A cosmic soundtrack to fit the serene and otherworldly visual setting of the game.”
    • “There are only 2 music pieces, 1 for menu and the other in-game.”
    • “An appropriate high-tech soundtrack, albeit repetitive.”
    • “The soft shimmering electrical tones of the menu music that fittingly sound as though you're trapped on the inside of some alien technology quickly become hectic and intense electronic beats driving the competitive mayhem of electrical firepower.”
  • replayability
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers strong replayability due to its isometric shooter mechanics, five distinct fighter classes, and randomly generated arenas, allowing for varied gameplay experiences. Players appreciate the multiple approaches to missions and the customization options, although some express concerns about the long-term replay value and desire for more diverse game types or narrative depth. Overall, it is seen as a game with significant replay potential, though opinions on its longevity vary.

    • “An isometric shooter featuring a choice of five fighter classes, with battles taking place on randomly generated arenas, providing excellent replayability.”
    • “The level design encourages replayability, with multiple approaches to each mission and various outcomes based on player choices.”
    • “A multitude of already incredibly diverse and interesting classes to learn to make you feel like your own personal badass, as well as plenty of options for customizing your own unique fighter add to the skill ceiling of the game and the replay value.”
    • “This may affect long-term replayability for those who prefer a wider range of game types or narrative depth.”
    • “6/10, since it has very little replay value.”
    • “This game is also pretty new, which explains why there is so little in the way of replayability, but hopefully that changes over time.”
  • optimization
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant microstuttering even on decent hardware, particularly during menus and combat. While some users noted surprisingly good performance without lag, others reported issues like inconsistent frame rates and problems with matchmaking, suggesting that optimization remains a concern for many players. Overall, the game's performance appears to vary widely among users, indicating room for improvement.

    • “Surprisingly well optimized and no lags.”
    • “[i]Optimization:[/i] 5/5.”
    • “You can also gain experience and upgrade your classes, which directly impacts your combat performance.”
    • “Also noticed some stuttering even on decent hardware.”
    • “Both myself and a friend had horrible microstuttering in the menus.”
    • “My system stutters any time my shot connects with an enemy, so probably some poor optimization at work there.”
  • stability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is highly variable, with some players experiencing significant bugs, glitches, and crashes that disrupt gameplay, while others report smooth performance and minimal issues. Common complaints include random map glitches, turret malfunctions, and occasional freezes, leading to a mixed overall impression of stability.

    • “The engine runs great, and the shooting is smooth.”
    • “These include occasional crashes and glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
    • “Variable microstutters in the menu and 1-2 second freezes.”
    • “Buggy, disappointing, and abandoned by the developers.”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its sharp graphics, immersive sound effects, and vibrant sci-fi and cyberpunk elements, creating a dynamic and engaging experience. Players appreciate the colorful neon palette and creative designs, which enhance the overall ambiance, although some feel the gameplay may not fully match the stylish presentation. Overall, the game successfully captures a lively and intense arcade atmosphere reminiscent of classic titles.

    • “The graphics and music are a real pleasure, immersing you in a sci-fi atmosphere.”
    • “The cool neon palette of colors, the blocky and creative designs on the almost voxel-styled fighters you choose from, and the futuristic industrial look to the arena-like stages make for an engaging cyberpunk atmosphere.”
    • “Atmosphere-focused game, the gameplay itself is not too great.”
    • “It's loud and intense, and if you're familiar with the arcade atmosphere of old, then this is just as it should be.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny and chaotic combat, which provides a lighthearted experience even for players with less-than-perfect skills. Users appreciate the comedic elements of gameplay, including amusing power-ups and intentionally poor aim, contributing to a fun and replayable atmosphere that keeps players laughing throughout. Overall, the combination of great graphics and entertaining mechanics enhances the game's comedic appeal.

    • “I don't have the reaction time to get very far in a game like this, but it was fun scooting around, collecting the power-ups, and trying to shoot the enemy with my hilariously bad aim.”
    • “Funny shooter with great graphics and decent gameplay.”
    • “We were laughing again and again, starting TDM again and again.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find that grinding is heavily incentivized by leaderboards, but many feel that the amount of grinding required is excessive, making the game less appealing at its full price. Some suggest that a second life is necessary for effective grinding, indicating a potentially frustrating experience for those who dislike repetitive tasks.

    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
    • “Do not get this game if it is not on sale; it has too much grinding to make this game worth $10.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Leaderboards motivate grinding.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express frustration over the lack of developer engagement regarding monetization issues, noting that communication channels like Discord and Reddit have been inactive since late April, leading to concerns about transparency and responsiveness to player feedback.

    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, with prices set so high that it discourages casual players from engaging with the game.”
    • “It's frustrating to see essential content locked behind paywalls, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the game without spending a fortune.”
    • “The constant push for in-game purchases disrupts the overall experience, turning what could be a fun game into a money-grabbing scheme.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express frustration with the emotional impact of performance issues, as they feel unfairly punished by damage from projectiles that appear to be out of reach. This disconnect between skill and gameplay experience can lead to feelings of disappointment and frustration.

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DEPLOYMENT is a casual shooter game.

DEPLOYMENT is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing DEPLOYMENT.

DEPLOYMENT was released on April 10, 2018.

DEPLOYMENT was developed by Whale Rock Games.

DEPLOYMENT has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

DEPLOYMENT is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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