Eve of Destruction: Redux
- September 29, 2016
- Lotte|EoD
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Eve of Destruction: Redux" is a tactical shooter game set in the Vietnam War. The game offers a variety of authentic weapons, vehicles, and locations from the era. It provides both single-player and multiplayer modes, with various game types including team deathmatch, capture the flag, and more. Experience intense combat and immerse yourself in the detailed and historical setting of the Vietnam War.
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Reviews
- The game offers a surprising amount of content, including many maps, vehicles, and weapons, appealing to fans of the Vietnam War setting.
- Multiplayer and co-op modes provide enjoyable gameplay experiences, especially for those who appreciate old-school FPS mechanics.
- The developer has shown commitment to improving the game, with ongoing updates and a strong community following.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, including poor AI behavior and frustrating controls, which detract from the overall experience.
- Graphics and sound design are subpar, often resembling outdated titles, leading to a lack of immersion.
- Many players find the game unplayable or disappointing compared to its predecessor mod, Eve of Destruction, citing issues with gameplay mechanics and overall polish.
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 42 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, reminiscent of PlayStation 2 or even earlier titles like Call of Duty on PS1. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic and find the visuals acceptable for an indie game, the overall consensus is that the graphics are subpar, with issues like disappearing bodies and low-quality effects detracting from the experience.
“Graphics are good, gameplay is good, vehicles including helicopters, aircraft, jeeps, and U-boats are awesome.”
“Running it on 720p makes for smooth gameplay and nice graphics too.”
“The graphics resemble Battlefield 1942, but that doesn't bother me because I like retro games anyway.”
“Ok game, dated graphics about PlayStation 2 level with disappearing bodies and bullet hole effects.”
“I can get past bad graphics and clunky game design, but this one... it's awful.”
“I jump in and realize that the graphics are awful, Call of Duty on PS1 graphics I'm talking about, and I'm talking about the game on max settings.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its unintentional absurdity and ineptitude, leading to moments that are both laughable and entertaining. Players find joy in the game's broken mechanics and poorly designed elements, such as the minigames and weapon designs, which evoke genuine laughter despite their flaws. Overall, the game's shortcomings contribute to a unique comedic experience that many find delightfully amusing.
“However, it's a kind of terrible that I cannot help but find hilarious; it's the kind of terrible that I cannot help but laugh my damn arse off at.”
“The plane flying minigame alone is so damn funny, due to its utterly broken control scheme, that it's a barrel of goddamn laughs.”
“The game tries to have a lot of variety, and you're bound to find something so inept that you'll burst out laughing at it.”
- stability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting occasional crashes and freezes, as well as persistent bugs and glitches. While some improvements have been noted, the overall experience remains marred by instability, though many still find it enjoyable despite these issues.
“It's not entirely bug-free, but it is entirely enjoyable.”
“The game runs smoothly with minimal crashes, making for a pleasant experience.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is, allowing me to focus on enjoying the story.”
“Crashes sometimes and freezes up at other times.”
“It is way more buggy, broken, and unworkable.”
“There have been some improvements, but there are still a few glitches here and there.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game features a surprisingly robust mission selection, but it may not appeal to those seeking a straightforward narrative, as it leans more towards arcade-style missions that some players find boring. The tutorial mission, focused on helicopter training, sets the tone for a gameplay experience that prioritizes objectives over a cohesive storyline.
“Surprisingly robust mission selection.”
“If you like a straightforward COD-type game with objectives and storylines, this is not for you.”
“There are about 10-15 arcade-style missions that are just boring.”
“The first mode I tried out was the only tutorial mission, which was helicopter training.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its smoothness and engaging content, particularly with a variety of vehicles like helicopters and jeeps enhancing the experience. While it may lack some modern FPS features for newcomers, it offers a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic titles like Battlefield Vietnam, appealing to fans of old-school shooters.
“Graphics are good, gameplay is good, vehicles including helicopters, aircraft, jeeps, and submarines are awesome.”
“Running it on 720p makes for smooth gameplay and nice graphics too.”
“For those who never played old school FPS games (like BF42, Soldner, Joint Operations, Flashpoint), they may find this game lacking the bells and whistles of a modern FPS, but that's made up for in gameplay and content.”
“I guess for people who never played old school FPS (BF42, Soldner, Joint Operations, Flashpoint), they may find this game lacking all the bells and whistles of a modern FPS, but that's made up for in gameplay and content.”
“It reminds me very much of Battlefield Vietnam in terms of graphics and gameplay.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is generally well-received, but players have reported notable performance issues that affect optimization.
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is enhanced by the inclusion of period-specific tracks, which players find adds to the overall immersive experience.
“I also was playing with period music cranking through my audio player.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
“The audio quality of the music is subpar, leading to a disappointing listening experience.”
