Fear The Wolves

48%
Game Brain Score Based on 543 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • optimization
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"Fear the Wolves" is a competitive Battle Royale FPS set in a radiation-ravaged Chernobyl by Vostok Games. Players must survive not only other survivors, but also deadly anomalies, dynamically-changing weather, and mutated creatures. Protective gear allows exploration of dangerous radioactive zones for powerful loot. The game features unique elements inspired by classic FPS games, with the added twist of player-voted weather conditions.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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48%
Audience ScoreBased on 543 reviews
gameplay25 positive mentions
optimization10 negative mentions
  • The game has a unique take on the battle royale genre, incorporating elements like wolves and dynamic weather.
  • The graphics and atmosphere are appealing, reminiscent of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series.
  • The developers have shown responsiveness to community feedback and are working on improvements.
  • The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches, often resulting in long wait times.
  • There are significant performance issues, including lag and low frame rates, even on decent hardware.
  • Many players report bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience.
  • gameplay58 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth shooting mechanics, variety of weapons, and immersive elements like dynamic weather, which enhance the overall experience. However, many players express concerns about the lack of a substantial player base, leading to boredom and a need for additional PvE elements or bots to fill matches. While the game shows potential with its unique mechanics and engaging gunplay, it requires further refinement and a larger community to fully realize its capabilities.

    • “The gameplay is immersive and the gunplay is phenomenal, leading to some pretty adrenaline-inducing gun fights.”
    • “Also, the size of the map and the variety of areas and dangers adds a unique style of gameplay; at times you have to fend off the creatures in the environment and at other times you have to go up against players in a fast-paced PvP battle.”
    • “Awesome gameplay, runs smooth, but not enough players at the moment.”
    • “The servers are empty and the gameplay is boring.”
    • “The game is not ugly but... the gameplay is laggy as hell, the aiming is not accurate at all.”
    • “Poor optimization, poor gameplay mechanics not to mention the game feels like a massive step back to the battle royale genre.”
  • graphics44 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful visuals, realistic weather effects, and smooth performance. However, some users criticize the map development, distant rendering, and occasional blurriness due to fog, suggesting that further enhancements and optimizations are needed. While the graphics are generally considered good, there are calls for improvements to match modern standards and address performance issues.

    • “The graphics are awesome, the grass moves under the wind, the rain and fog are one of the most realistic ever seen, besides the players can vote for the weather during the match!”
    • “The graphics in this game are great, the weather effects are awesome, it runs smoothly for me, I have noticed no glitches or issues of any kind in general.”
    • “The game looks nice and promising, I like the graphics, the atmosphere...”
    • “Graphics seemed blurry due to some kind of persistent fog.”
    • “The graphics are kinda meh and don't even get me started on the gun mechanics.”
    • “The game in my opinion should still be in beta (graphics are close to Minecraft in some cases).”
  • optimization29 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including frequent crashes, frame drops, and stuttering, even on high-end systems. While some updates have improved performance and visuals, the consensus is that the game still requires substantial optimization to be fully playable. Overall, players express hope for future improvements but caution potential buyers about the current state of optimization.

    • “Just in the few large updates they've released, they have introduced so many new features, improved the visuals and the optimization, and added scaling to address gameplay concerns.”
    • “The graphics have improved significantly; the map is now well optimized, which fixed the FPS drop problem. Also, the servers are improved now, so you get a decent ping, and the gunplay is very realistic because of the recoil system.”
    • “It definitely could use improved graphics and optimization, but it runs stable for me on a GTX 1080 without any problems.”
    • “Buggy as hell, badly optimized, and basically unplayable.”
    • “I'll put it bluntly, the game is not worth any amount of money in its current state, the optimization is piss poor and even my PC, which has an i7 6700k and a GTX 1080, struggles to run it on medium settings, getting constant frame drops and only running in the mid 50s.”
    • “Terrible optimization; I have stuttering all the time with my AMD Fury OC, 6700k, and 16GB RAM. FPS drops and low FPS even on medium and lower settings, 35-40 FPS makes it impossible to play. I will request a refund.”
  • stability20 mentions

    The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting significant bugs and optimization issues that hinder gameplay, while others note that it runs smoothly with only minor glitches. Some players express hope for improvements as the game is still in early access, suggesting that it has potential if the developers address the existing problems. Overall, while there are complaints about bugs and server issues, some players still find enjoyment in the game.

    • “The game runs great.”
    • “The graphics in this game are great, the weather effects are awesome, it runs smoothly for me. I have noticed no glitches or issues of any kind in general.”
    • “Buggy as hell, badly optimized, and basically unplayable.”
    • “Not enough content, most houses are empty, not enough players, not enough work, not enough animations, etc... overall pretty buggy; I might play it if it becomes free to play, because this game is not even worth a cent.”
    • “Needs optimization badly, and some glitches to be resolved, but that's to be expected. However, what this game needs more than anything is a community; I love playing this when I can actually get into a match.”
  • atmosphere17 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive design, reminiscent of titles like S.T.A.L.K.E.R., creating a tense and desolate experience. While many players appreciate the changing environmental effects and audio design, some note issues with texture quality that detract from the overall ambiance. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to its appeal.

    • “First impressions: loving the design, atmosphere, and feel of the game.”
    • “The atmosphere feels great and is always changing.”
    • “It also has a great atmosphere with the map and audio design, making the experience feel desolate and tense.”
    • “Textures look too washed out in some places and too colorful for the atmosphere of the game (I'm looking at you, doors).”
    • “The environmental atmosphere and experience feel lacking compared to other games like PUBG and SCUM, where inventory management doesn't interrupt the excitement.”
    • “While the concept, graphics, and atmosphere are all present, they don't come together cohesively.”
  • story10 mentions

    The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and reliance on player interactions instead of a well-crafted narrative, leading to a disappointing experience for many gamers. While some acknowledge the existence of a basic storyline, they express hope for future content that could enhance the narrative and provide a more engaging single-player experience. Overall, the consensus is that the story is minimal and does not significantly contribute to the game's appeal.

    • “I agree that the story of radiation and Chernobyl is the same script, but the important point is that the type of game is totally different.”
    • “Side note: I have not played enough to have a firm grasp of the story, but there is one (which hopefully evolves to include more creatures, etc.).”
    • “Maybe a future DLC could include a single-player campaign, explaining the story in its fullest and allowing you to get acquainted with everything in its finest detail.”
    • “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
    • “No story, no exciting play, no fun weapons.”
    • “Hardly a success story; gamers just weren't all that interested in the game.”
  • monetization10 mentions

    Reviewers express a strong need for improved monetization strategies in the game, highlighting that a lack of advertising has led to low player counts and long matchmaking times. Many suggest that implementing a free-to-play model with in-game purchases could enhance player engagement and provide necessary funding for ongoing development. Overall, there is a consensus that a more robust advertising campaign is essential for the game's success.

    • “Game would have benefited greatly from going the free-to-play route and adding in-game purchases.”
    • “In-game purchases keep the income flowing and allow for a budget for continual development of the game.”
    • “The fault of this game: there was no advertising, they made it a free week once, and this brought on massive player growth, which was the only time you could ever get a full match.”
    • “Game could do with an advertisement injection; the biggest problem with the game right now is that it can take more than 20 minutes to get into a match at times.”
    • “Overall, I really love the game and can't wait for the developers to iron out some of the issues that plague the game currently, and for the sake of all that is radioactive, start an advertisement campaign.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is appreciated by players who enjoy its unique blend of FPS, battle royale, and walking simulator elements, with some finding the experience addictive and amusing. A notable comedic aspect is the irony of having only one server available, which is located in Europe, adding to the game's quirky charm. Overall, players find moments of humor in their gameplay experiences, enhancing the enjoyment of the game.

    • “It is addictive and funny enough if you like a combination of FPS, battle royale, and walking simulator.”
    • “I realized you can change the servers you play on, but the funny thing is there is only one server... and it's in Europe!!!!!”
    • “I'm no Shroud, but I don't completely suck =] and apparently I can be funny?”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, with multiple reviews noting that it can feel a bit grindy at times.

    • “It can be a bit grindy sometimes, but the rewards make it worth it.”
    • “The game feels a bit grindy at times, yet it adds to the overall experience.”
    • “It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “The game feels a bit grindy.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express a strong emotional response to the game, indicating that the developers' potential impact on the experience is more daunting than the in-game threats, such as wolves. This suggests a deep connection to the game's narrative and mechanics, highlighting the players' investment in the developers' choices.

  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is characterized by a hauntingly serene quality, evoking a sense of tranquility and introspection as players navigate through the night.

    • “A song of silence as the night flies.”
    • “The music feels like a song of silence as the night flies.”
    • “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety.”
    • “The audio quality is poor, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
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Play time

35hMedian play time
33hAverage play time
10-63hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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