Final Assault

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Final Assault is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Phaser Lock Interactive and was released on May 16, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Final Assault is a WWII-themed Action Strategy game built for VR, offering 360-degree warfare. Command ground, air, and artillery units, planning strategic moves in real-time, while executing air strikes and bombings. Experience direct control of your units in a unique blend of RTS, MOBA, and play mechanics, all in an immersive VR setting.

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Audience ScoreBased on 375 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive VR experience, making players feel like they are commanding toy soldiers in a detailed battlefield.
It features a great variety of units and play styles, allowing for strategic depth and replayability, especially in multiplayer mode.
The graphics and sound design are impressive, creating an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.

The multiplayer functionality is currently unreliable, with many players reporting server issues and long wait times for matches.
Some players find the controls to be cumbersome, particularly when trying to select and command multiple units at once.
The AI can be inconsistent, with some players noting that it can be too easy to defeat on lower difficulties, while still being challenging on higher settings.

gameplay
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Final Assault" is praised for its engaging and strategic real-time strategy mechanics, offering a mix of intense multitasking and casual lane-pushing elements. Players appreciate the game's high replayability, varied units, and beautifully designed maps, although some note that the controls can be basic and may lead to discomfort during extended play. Overall, the game is considered a solid entry in the VR RTS genre, appealing to both newcomers and seasoned fans despite some areas for improvement.
- “The core gameplay is fun; there are lots of difficulties, and the game is not easy on normal, so there's a lot to be had from this game if you're into strategy.”
- “The game's varied units and maps, as well as its strategic gameplay, offer a high degree of replayability.”
- “Great tactics and gameplay, simplifying the traditional RTS experience and making it fun in VR.”
- “The only real problem with it is the fact that you have to bend your neck a lot in order to play, and it starts to hurt pretty bad after 2+ hours of gameplay. It could cause neck problems if played too much.”
- “It's just that the gameplay is pretty bad.”
- “While it was very cool to see the toy-like environment in VR, the gameplay loop was more or less the same, level to level.”
graphics
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their impressive detail, vibrant colors, and charming art styles, ranging from cartoonish to old-timey propaganda. Many players noted the immersive environments and high-quality visuals, although some experienced performance issues like stuttering or frame rate drops on lower-end systems. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, enhancing both gameplay and player enjoyment.
- “Visuals: looks beautiful on Quest 3.”
- “Graphics and sound: the game's graphics are impressive, with detailed and colorful environments that create a compelling sense of immersion.”
- “The graphics are great and you can see tiny details as you zoom extremely close to the troops - it's fun just to watch them at work.”
- “Great game... issue is that it has a stuttering issue from time to time and changing graphic settings won't fix it.”
- “My computer can't seem to run this game even on lower graphics.”
- “My issue is that I was playing with Oculus Link (though I do have a nice computer that can run pretty much whatever) and I was getting huge FPS drops when looking at the planes (even when I turned the graphics way down).”
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is noted as a mixed bag; while it provides a solid foundation for a VR RTS experience, many players feel it lacks depth and detail, reminiscent of older titles like Red Alert 2. However, the inclusion of engaging story tiles and a campaign mode adds variety and excitement to gameplay, making it appealing for RTS fans. Overall, while the story may not be the main focus, it offers enough intrigue to enhance the gaming experience.
- “There are specific 'story' tiles you need to conquer along the way, which play out much different than normal skirmishes and are very fun.”
- “I'm only two story tiles down and I've already fought a good 12 battles in my campaign, with lots more to come.”
- “It has a really interesting story mode that I'm just now getting into, but if you're a fan of RTS games and VR, this is a must-have!”
- “Proves a great foundation for VR RTS, but like with most games, a lack of story and detail... think Red Alert 2 from 20+ years ago as a comparison.”
- “Story: lol this is all gameplay, baby.”
- “I could not get past the first campaign mission, even though I tried 3 times after watching the tutorial on YouTube.”
replayability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Final Assault" offers significant replayability through its engaging single-player campaign and competitive multiplayer modes, featuring diverse units and maps that enhance strategic gameplay. While some players may find the campaign short and the lack of new content a concern, the game's active community support and varied scenarios contribute to its overall replay value, making it a compelling choice for VR enthusiasts.
- “The game's varied units and maps, as well as its strategic gameplay, offer a high degree of replayability.”
- “A fantastic little VR action strategy that looks beautiful and has tons of replay value, especially if you play against friends.”
- “The inclusion of infinitely replayable campaigns and a decent AI make this game worth buying.”
- “Additionally, the game's campaign mode may be too short for some players, and the lack of new content or updates may limit the game's replayability over time.”
- “A lot of VR games are too short or have very little replay value.”
- “While some players may find the game's controls and campaign mode lacking, its overall gameplay and replayability make it a worthwhile purchase for any virtual reality enthusiast.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews. While some players report smooth performance and excellent graphics, particularly on specific setups like the Quest 2, others have experienced significant stuttering and performance issues, especially after updates. The game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on hardware and settings.
- “I was playing this on a Quest 2 using Virtual Desktop and it runs smoothly.”
- “From the fact that it runs smoothly with tens and hundreds of units and actions on the battlefield, to the fact that it does all of that while still looking phenomenal!”
- “Addicting fun, excellent performance and fluid controls mean you'll get lost in this game for hours at a time.”
- “Great game... the issue is that it has a stuttering problem, and changing graphic settings won't fix it.”
- “After the update, it is now barely playable because of performance issues (GPU).”
- “Bad optimization.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is mixed, with some users praising its performance and visuals, while others report it as a "buggy mess." As an early access title, players expect improvements over time, but current bugs may hinder the experience for some.
- “The game looks and runs great too.”
- “Runs great and plays the same way.”
- “I want to play this game, but it's a buggy mess.”
- “It's a little buggy yet, but it's still an early access game; that'll get fixed.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features classic war themes that some players find unremarkable, though the sound design is praised for its realism and effective complement to the World War II setting.
- “The sound design is also noteworthy, with a realistic soundtrack that complements the game's World War II theme.”
- “Music: classic war music, nothing to write home about.”
- “Music: classic war music, nothing to write home about.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for being well-crafted, combining a fun and lighthearted tone with engaging strategic elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “It's incredibly well put together with a fun, lighthearted atmosphere and engaging strategy.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- “Despite the game's setting, the atmosphere lacks any real tension or excitement, leaving me feeling disconnected.”
- “The environments are visually appealing, but the overall atmosphere is flat and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the controls for managing troops to be excellent and user-friendly, making it easy to navigate. However, the grinding aspect becomes somewhat tedious in the late game due to the large number of units to manage.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grind to be a major chore, as it takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players found moments of humor during the closed beta, enjoying several funny hours despite encountering only a few minor bugs that did not impact gameplay.
- “I had a few funny hours during the closed beta, and I found only a few bugs that didn't affect gameplay.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions!”