DIRECT CONTACT
- February 29, 2024
- Mountain 81
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Direct Contact is a simulation-style game that offers a tactical realism experience in modern combat, with a variety of authentic weapons and Special Forces units. Players can team up in 2-player co-op or engage in PvP battles, where coordinated enemy forces require strategic planning for success. The game features intense missions with a wide array of military tactics, from close-quarters combat to long-range engagements."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a lot of potential and offers a unique tactical shooter experience that could appeal to fans of the genre.
- Some players appreciate the weapon customization options and the dynamic gameplay mechanics, which can be enjoyable with friends.
- The developer has shown a willingness to listen to feedback and make improvements, which gives hope for future updates.
- The game is riddled with bugs, poor graphics, and a confusing UI, making it nearly unplayable in its current state.
- Many players have reported issues with performance, including low frame rates and unresponsive controls, even on high-end PCs.
- The developer's behavior towards criticism has been described as toxic, leading to a lack of trust within the community.
- graphics44 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the stunning visuals and detailed environments, while others criticize the overall quality as subpar and washed out compared to newer titles. Performance issues are frequently mentioned, with many users experiencing stuttering and low frame rates even on high-end hardware. Overall, while there are elements of impressive graphics, significant improvements are needed in optimization and consistency across different areas of the game.
“From the moment I launched it, I was captivated by the stunning graphics and innovative gameplay.”
“The game's graphics are nothing short of spectacular, with detailed landscapes, lifelike character designs, and dynamic environments that truly bring the virtual world to life.”
“The first thing that struck me was the breathtaking visuals.”
“Controls are janky, graphics are terrible, and the gameplay is awful.”
“Graphics are second rate, washed out compared to new titles.”
“Graphics at HQ and training areas is garbage.”
- gameplay35 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of frustration and appreciation, with many players noting significant bugs, janky controls, and poor AI performance that detract from the experience. While some praise the innovative mechanics and stunning graphics, others feel misled by pre-launch footage, describing the gameplay as unfinished and lacking the promised sandbox elements. Overall, the game offers brief moments of enjoyment but is marred by technical issues and a lack of polish.
“I really like the gunplay mechanics and it just feels unique somehow.”
“From the moment I launched it, I was captivated by the stunning graphics and innovative gameplay.”
“The game also introduces new and exciting features that keep the gameplay fresh and exciting, ensuring there's always something new to discover.”
“The whole game is buggy, from terrible AI to the gun attachments barely working, and the overall mechanics are awful.”
“Controls are janky, graphics are terrible, and the gameplay is awful.”
“Everything about it is bad; terrible controls and absolutely all gameplay elements are unfinished.”
- stability22 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, affecting everything from AI behavior to gun mechanics, leading many players to describe it as unfinished and janky. While some find it playable and see potential for improvement, the overall consensus is that significant stability issues need to be addressed before it can be recommended. Players with high-end systems still report performance problems, raising concerns about its viability on lower-end hardware.
“Had high hopes but was quickly let down. I read the reviews but was hoping I would have a different outcome. The game is buggy and completely unfinished, let alone having to run the game on low/medium settings to play with an i9-14900k and 3070ti. I would hate to see the people who used minimum requirements - it would not play - save your money.”
“There are so many bugs and glitches that I've encountered in my ~1 hour of playtime that I had to take a break for my own sanity.”
“Terrible, looks nothing like what was advertised. Terrible mechanics, terrible customization, super buggy, not worth the money.”
- story20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as compelling and immersive, enhanced by stunning visuals and sound design, creating an unforgettable experience. However, players express frustration with the lack of clear mission guidance and tutorials, which hampers their ability to engage fully with the narrative. Technical issues, such as freezing screens and UI problems, further detract from the overall storytelling experience.
“It successfully combines stunning visuals, a compelling storyline, innovative gameplay, and immersive sound design to create an unforgettable gaming experience.”
“Ui is horrendous, needs overhaul but the snow mission is a crazy beautiful experience.”
“Yes, the playtime is small, because I have issues going around the base, finding out what to do, and somehow my gun just disappears after I heal... I needed plenty of restarts to really play the missions.”
“The missions don't actually tell you what to do.”
“There should be some sort of tutorial, like a quick mission run-through where it explains what buttons to press and how to properly clear rooms, etc., to make it easier to get into.”
“Yes, the playtime is small because I have issues going around the base, finding out what to do, and somehow my gun just disappears after I heal. I needed plenty of restarts to really play the missions.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting poor performance and low graphical quality reminiscent of early 2000s titles. Many experience a maximum of 30 fps or inconsistent performance that can reach 200 fps on low settings, indicating a significant need for improvements. Despite these issues, players still find the game enjoyable and hope for future updates to address the optimization problems.
“The optimization is non-existent; 30 fps max or 200 on low settings, but the game looks like it's from the early 2000s.”
“Graphics are not great and performance is not very good.”
“The optimization is non-existent; 30 fps max or 200 on low settings, but the game looks like it's from the early 2000s.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy may be misleading, as players feel that the advertisements do not accurately represent the gameplay experience. Many users express disappointment, suggesting that the promotional content creates unrealistic expectations.
“Don't let the advertisements lie to you.”
“I was super hyped for this game seeing the TikTok ads.”
“Don't let the advertisements lie to you.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews do not provide specific insights into character development, focusing instead on the game's impressive graphics and visual elements. As such, there is no substantial information available regarding the depth or progression of character development in the game.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is significantly elevated by its exceptional music, high-quality voice acting, and immersive sound effects, all of which work together to create a realistic and engaging experience.
“The music enhances the atmosphere, the voice acting is top-notch, and the sound effects contribute to the overall sense of realism.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music significantly enhances the game's atmosphere, complemented by top-notch voice acting and effective sound effects that together create a strong sense of realism.
“The music enhances the atmosphere, the voice acting is top-notch, and the sound effects contribute to the overall sense of realism.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a single-player campaign complemented by a multiplayer mode, significantly enhancing its replayability and providing players with varied experiences beyond the main storyline.
“In addition to the single-player campaign, direct contact offers a multiplayer mode that adds even more replay value to the game.”
