Drug Wars

26%
Game Brain Score Based on 31 reviews
  • stability
  • story
  • graphics
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"Drug Wars" is a science fiction shooter game set in a futuristic, divided New York City in 3100. Players can engage in fast-paced single-player or multiplayer combat, using an array of deadly weapons and vehicles to gain control of the drug trade. With a focus on gory, action-packed gameplay, players will experience a gritty and drugged-out world full of Neanderthal gangs and upper-class bosses.

  • PC
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Reviews

26%
Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews
story3 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Weapons are unique and easy to use, providing a fun gameplay experience.
  • The game maintains a tense atmosphere at times, with challenging AI.
  • Puzzles are straightforward, and players won't get lost in the levels.
  • The game is poorly optimized and does not run well on modern systems, including Windows 11 and AMD CPUs.
  • It features only a limited number of enemy models, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • The overall presentation is outdated, resembling a low-budget game from the early 2000s.
  • stability3 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting it as a "buggy, broken mess" that is poorly optimized. Despite its promising trailer and use of a powerful engine, the alpha version at release was plagued with significant issues, leading to a frustrating experience for players.

    • “Not even 'hilariously bad'; it's simply buggy, poorly optimized garbage.”
    • “The trailer makes it look really cool with some Halo/Quake style fast-paced craziness, and it uses the same engine as Crysis, but it's actually a buggy, broken mess.”
    • “On release, the alpha version was released and was buggy as hell.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story has been described as both extremely realistic and engaging, with emotional dialogue and a compelling soundtrack that resonates with contemporary society. However, some users criticize it as poorly constructed and lacking in appeal, leading to a lack of desire to replay the game.

    • “The storyline is extremely realistic, with many parallels to contemporary western society, making it relatable and engaging.”
    • “The gameplay is dynamic and keeps you on your toes, while the dialogue is gripping and emotional, drawing you deeper into the narrative.”
    • “The original soundtrack is amazing and complements the story beautifully, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “It is poorly made, has a horrible storyline, and gives you no desire to ever play it again.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics in the game are highly praised, with comparisons to Quake 2 highlighting their realism and impressive quality, particularly noting the use of CryEngine 2 technology. Overall, players find the visuals to be outstanding and immersive.

    • “This awesome game with CryEngine 2 graphics kicks ass!”
    • “The graphics in this game make Quake 2 look realistic.”
    • “The visuals are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished.”
    • “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The game features an extremely realistic storyline that resonates with contemporary western society, complemented by engaging gameplay and gripping dialogue. The emotional depth is further enhanced by an amazing original soundtrack, creating a powerful and immersive experience for players.

    • “The storyline is extremely realistic, with many parallels to contemporary western society, making the emotional dialogue truly gripping.”
    • “The gameplay is engaging and dynamic, complemented by an amazing original soundtrack that enhances the emotional experience.”
    • “The emotional depth of the dialogue really draws you in, making you feel connected to the characters and their struggles.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is highlighted as an amazing original soundtrack that enhances the gripping and emotional dialogue, contributing to an extremely realistic storyline that resonates with contemporary western society.

    • “The original soundtrack is amazing and perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
    • “The music enhances the emotional depth of the storyline, making every moment more impactful.”
    • “The engaging and dynamic gameplay is elevated by the incredible soundtrack that keeps you immersed.”
  • gameplay1 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by an extremely realistic storyline that resonates with contemporary western society, complemented by engaging and dynamic mechanics. Players also appreciate the gripping emotional dialogue and the amazing original soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.

    • “Extremely realistic storyline that has many parallels in contemporary western society, engaging and dynamic gameplay, gripping and emotional dialogue, and an amazing original soundtrack.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely criticized, with users finding it neither funny nor entertaining, describing it instead as poorly executed and lacking any redeeming comedic value.

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