Fistful of Frags
- May 9, 2014
- Fistful of Frags Team
- 97h median play time
Get on Steam"Fistful of Frags" is a free, multiplayer Western-themed total conversion mod for "Source." The game features a variety of gunplay mechanics, including traditional and quick-draw dueling, as well as team-based game modes like Elimination and Team Deathmatch. Players can also take advantage of character classes, customizable loadouts, and a variety of historic and wild west-inspired weapons.
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Reviews
- The game is completely free and offers a unique Wild West theme that sets it apart from typical shooters.
- Gameplay is fun and engaging, with a variety of weapons and game modes that encourage experimentation.
- The community is active and supportive, making it a great game to play with friends.
- The game suffers from bugs and issues with hit detection, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Some players find the accuracy mechanics to be poorly implemented, making it difficult to enjoy the shooting mechanics.
- The small user base can lead to matchmaking issues, making it hard to find games at times.
- gameplay36 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its variety, unique mechanics, and well-paced movement and weapon systems, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages. However, some users criticize the accuracy mechanics as flawed, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game features a slower pace reminiscent of older shooters, it offers a balanced and engaging experience with a good selection of maps and weapons.
“An unique playstyle and game mechanics set this one apart from your typical shooter.”
“Gameplay-wise, the game offers quite a bit of variety with its several maps, weapons, and is quite balanced overall.”
“The movement and weapon mechanics make the gameplay well-paced.”
“The accuracy mechanic in this game is total garbage and ruins the game.”
“All the mechanics are the same, just different names slapped on along with different textures.”
“This game has a sluggish style of gameplay (which makes sense since back then, the guns were absolute trash) but this game makes you make your bullets count.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 26 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them "pretty good" and reminiscent of classic titles like Halo 2, while others feel they are merely "okay" and lacking in execution. Overall, the visuals are considered satisfactory, with some praising the maps and design elements, but they do not stand out as exceptional.
“Graphics 8/10”
“Good graphics”
“Pros- good maps, cool guns, good enough graphics”
“The graphics aren't the best.”
“The simple visuals and straightforward gameplay remind me a lot of Halo 2 multiplayer in a very good way.”
- humor12 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Fistful of Frags" is a standout feature, with players enjoying its intentionally comedic elements, such as the absurdity of one-hit kills from kicks and the overall lighthearted gameplay. Many reviewers liken it to a humorous take on "Counter-Strike," set in a Western theme, and appreciate the fun and entertaining mods available. Overall, the game is praised for its addictiveness and ability to provide laughter during play.
“Fistful of Frags is intentionally made to be a slow, yet action-packed free-for-all Mexican standoff where kicking someone with boots is a one-hit kill, and it's hilarious.”
“Addicting, fun, and sometimes hilarious.”
“The funny version of Counter-Strike, only in the Wild West.”
- monetization8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is completely free with no in-game purchases, microtransactions, or ads, which users appreciate as it allows for a skill-based experience. Despite its monetization model, some players note issues with gameplay mechanics and overall engagement.
“No in-game purchases; it's skill-based.”
“No in-game purchases; it's skill-based.”
“Cons - dead, kicking is more effective than shooting, can't shoot someone at spitting distance, lack of ads with most guns, no goal, terrible menus.”
“Doesn't have in-game purchases like most other free games (Paladins, TF2) and still manages to stay fun and updated.”
“No in-game purchases (skill-based).”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting it as "literally unplayable" due to frequent bugs and erratic controls. Many players experience slow performance and unpredictable crosshair movement, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
“Literally unplayable... buggy, weird, slow.”
“It's super buggy and unless you slowly inch your crosshair around the screen (which by the time you do that you'll get punched to death) it'll randomly jump way further than you want.”
“- a bit buggy”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a lack of a cohesive or engaging story, with some users explicitly stating that there is "no story" present in the game. This suggests that the narrative aspect may be a significant weakness in the overall experience.
“The developer is a different story.”
“No story.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
