Fields of Battle

About

"Fields of Battle" is the latest extreme sports first-person shooter game, bringing carnage to your fingertips. Its motion and gesture-based controls, including sliding, diving, and leaning, create an immersive combat experience. With one hit, one elimination gameplay, players must manage their gear, use cover, and adjust for windage, making for a purely skill-based and action-packed game. Instant leaderboards allow for local play with a global competition, and the game is free to create your character and start playing online.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 161 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

graphics11 negative mentions

The game is very fun and enjoyable, reminiscent of classic paintball games.
It offers good mechanics and is easy to learn, making it accessible for players of all ages.
The VR experience is engaging, providing a unique and immersive way to play paintball.

The game is plagued by microtransactions, requiring players to spend real money for essential items like paintballs and weapons.
There is a lack of true multiplayer gameplay, as matches primarily involve competing against AI bots rather than real players.
The graphics and overall presentation feel dated, resembling a mobile game rather than a modern PC title.

graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
52%
38%
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users describing them as outdated, resembling those from the PS2 era, and lacking customization options. While some acknowledge that the graphics are acceptable for a free mobile port, the overall consensus is that significant improvements are needed to meet modern standards. Despite the graphical shortcomings, players still find enjoyment in the gameplay, particularly in VR, but many express frustration over the lack of visual quality and the presence of microtransactions.
- “The graphics are state of the art as of 2019.”
- “Graphics nothing to write home about but then again it does look silky smooth in multiplayer, no noticeable lag spikes so far.”
- “It's kind of a basic shooter experience and the graphics are a bit dated but I think it's neat that I can play in VR and on my mobile using the same account and it's free so worth playing for a bit.”
- “By today's standards, these graphics are really just atrocious.”
- “To be completely honest, the graphics look like they came straight out of a PS2.”
- “The graphics are absolutely abysmal.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
50%
14%
The gameplay is generally praised for its polished mechanics and enjoyable experience, despite some criticisms regarding movement systems, graphics, and the presence of microtransactions. While some players find the gameplay fun and smooth, others note issues with VR controls and the need for multiplayer options. Overall, the gameplay is considered the strongest aspect of the game, balancing tactical elements with fast-paced action.
- “The mechanics of this game are very polished; everything you do feels nice.”
- “Overall, the gameplay is definitely the strongest aspect of this game.”
- “The saving grace of this game is that the actual gameplay is very fun and polished.”
- “Really bad movement system for VR players; almost made me throw up in just 15 minutes of gameplay.”
- “The controller worked poorly and the gameplay was lacking.”
- “Instead we have this technically free-to-play game that has some great game mechanics, held back with poor graphics, annoying cash grab microtransactions, and fields of bots.”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
36%
36%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing the prevalence of microtransactions, which some view as a cash grab. While the game is technically free-to-play and allows for easy progression without spending money, the presence of microtransactions and ads can be annoying and detract from the overall experience. Players note that despite the monetization issues, it is possible to enjoy the game without engaging in purchases, although the graphics and gameplay mechanics leave much to be desired.
- “Microtransactions are voluntary, and considering it's a free-to-play game, I can understand why they were added.”
- “The microtransactions seem to be disabled in this version from what I am seeing.”
- “There are a ton of microtransactions; however, you really don't need them if you don't want them.”
- “The whole game feels like a dumb smartphone game with a pay-to-win aspect and microtransactions.”
- “Instead we have this technically free-to-play game that has some great game mechanics, held back with poor graphics, annoying cash grab microtransactions, and fields of bots.”
- “The graphics are like 1995, there's barely any customization, you can't even play multiplayer as it's all just bots and trying to get a high score from what I can gather, and the game never told me what these silver and gold coins are for or how to get them... but alas on the main menu they have ads for paintball gear to buy in real life.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be both extensive and enjoyable, often requiring significant time investment. However, it is noted that with dedicated effort, players can unlock all content relatively quickly.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It is possible to unlock everything in a short period of time by just grinding.”
- “Grindy but fun.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.
- “There is no story.”
- “The narrative is completely absent.”
- “The game lacks any meaningful storyline.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and issues, particularly with the AI. Overall, it is described as an "incredibly buggy mess," indicating significant stability problems that detract from the overall experience.
- “Incredibly buggy mess.”
- “It is a little buggy, the AI.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game runs smoothly and performs exceptionally well, indicating strong optimization.
- “The game plays awesome and performance is great.”