FragPunk

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FragPunk is a multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Bad Guitar Studio and was released on March 6, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

FragPunk is the new free-to-play 5v5 hero shooter poised to break the rules of combat. What makes FragPunk different is the introduction of Shard Cards that can affect the playing field for all players. Shard Cards are voted on by players before each round and can change the entire playing field – from making player’s heads big to your team into zombies when you are downed. FragPunk has a low barr…

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Audience ScoreBased on 21,637 reviews

gameplay1.1k positive mentions

monetization243 negative mentions

The gameplay is fast-paced and enjoyable, featuring smooth gunplay and innovative mechanics like the shard card system that keeps matches fresh and engaging.
The game boasts vibrant and stylized graphics, with a colorful art style that enhances the overall aesthetic and runs well on various hardware.
Players appreciate the unique character designs and abilities, which contribute to a diverse and strategic gameplay experience.

The monetization system is criticized for being overly aggressive and convoluted, with many players feeling it resembles a cash grab and detracts from the overall experience.
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent crashes, glitches, and matchmaking problems that can severely impact gameplay.
While the atmosphere is praised, the presence of cheaters and a toxic player base can diminish the enjoyment for new players.

gameplay
2,358 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Fragpunk is characterized by its fast-paced, dynamic mechanics, particularly the innovative shard card system that alters gameplay each round, providing a fresh experience. While many players appreciate the smooth gunplay and engaging character abilities, concerns about balance, matchmaking issues, and overwhelming monetization strategies have been raised. Overall, the game offers a unique blend of tactical shooter elements reminiscent of titles like Valorant and Call of Duty, but its long-term appeal may depend on addressing these gameplay and community concerns.
- “The gameplay is enjoyable with good gunplay and character mechanics that all feel well balanced.”
- “The gameplay is fun and fast-paced, and the cards add a cool twist to each match.”
- “The core gameplay is fun, the art style is fantastic, and the sound design is solid, but issues like weapon balance, ui clutter, poor monetization, and frustrating bugs hold it back.”
- “Absolute waste of time and effort with an extremely toxic player base, anti-consumer shop, zero free in-game currency rewards, and absolute dogsh*t game mechanics.”
- “The core gameplay is serviceable and has potential for further improvement, but the AI assets, bots in online matches, and a battle pass that costs over 30 € for the whole thing drag the overall experience deep into the mud.”
- “Gameplay drags slower than watching paint dry, sucking every ounce of tension and fun out of the game.”
graphics
1,111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising its vibrant, stylized art style reminiscent of cyberpunk aesthetics and comic book influences. While some appreciate the unique character designs and colorful visuals, others criticize the overwhelming effects and potential use of AI-generated artwork, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is noted for its impressive graphics and smooth performance, making it visually appealing even on lower-end systems.
- “The graphics are stunning, fully utilizing my GPU with DLSS 4 support to deliver a smooth, high-fidelity experience.”
- “The art style is colorful and the maps are well-designed, giving off that neon cyberpunk vibe that works nicely.”
- “Fragpunk boasts vibrant and stylized visuals, with maps featuring bold colors and dynamic designs that enhance the overall aesthetic.”
- “The cards should do way more than they do, and if you have a lower-end PC or a laptop like I do, putting it on the weakest graphics makes it look like someone smeared Vaseline on your screen and then shaved off your eyelashes to help you see better.”
- “Graphically, this game looks like a budget cross between Valorant and Dirty Bomb, but with none of the charm.”
- “The graphics are very ugly in my opinion.”
monetization
853 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization in *Fragpunk* has drawn significant criticism for being overly aggressive and convoluted, with many players describing it as a cash grab reminiscent of mobile games. While the game offers a variety of cosmetic items and allows players to earn many rewards through gameplay, the sheer number of currencies and microtransaction options can feel overwhelming and predatory. Despite these concerns, some players appreciate that the monetization does not impact gameplay, arguing that it remains a free-to-play title where spending is optional.
- “Microtransactions are expected so they can make money.”
- “Monetization is reasonable, lots of rewards/challenges/events, and weapon customization without having to pay money.”
- “While the heavy reliance on microtransactions is a downside, the game’s innovation makes it an exciting contender.”
- “The monetization is egregious and should be used as an example of what not to do in governmental regulation.”
- “This game is a cash grab disguised as an fps, and the only thing you’ll be shooting is your own patience straight into the ground.”
- “The game is packed with microtransactions: a real-money purchase pass that boosts your 'vip' level the more you spend, a battle pass, a gacha skin system, and even a subscription service.”
optimization
399 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While many praise its ability to run smoothly on a variety of systems, including low-end hardware, others report significant performance issues such as frame drops, lag, and inconsistent network performance. Overall, the game is noted for its solid optimization relative to other modern titles, but it still requires further improvements to address the reported technical problems.
- “Game play is super optimized, I can run 140-180 fps max settings on a low-end laptop.”
- “The game is well optimized, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience.”
- “Fragpunk nails the basics—clean gunplay, smooth performance, solid mechanics, great sound design, and a distinct art style.”
- “The game is poorly optimized; could just be my router, but every so often it spikes up to five thousand, freezing everything in place because of a 'flapping router.'”
- “The optimization in this game is just tragic.”
- “The worst optimization I've ever seen.”
humor
145 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players praising its chaotic matches, quirky character designs, and the comedic potential of the card system, which introduces absurd and funny scenarios. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to generate laughter through unexpected moments, silly voice lines, and the overall whimsical aesthetic, making it particularly enjoyable when played with friends. However, some players note that the humor can be hit or miss, with certain voice lines feeling outdated or forced.
- “The rule-breaking cards create hilarious, chaotic matches that are different every time.”
- “Between absurd fails, ridiculous deaths, and RNG hell, you end up laughing like an idiot with your friends.”
- “The heroes are unique, the weapons feel satisfying, and the maps are designed for both big plays and hilarious moments.”
- “Is this supposed to be funny?”
- “The announcer is obnoxious and not funny at all; I muted the announcer as soon as I could.”
character development
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the unique and diverse character designs that offer a variety of playstyles and abilities. However, some players feel that certain designs lack originality and depth, comparing them unfavorably to other popular titles. Overall, while the character designs are often described as visually appealing and stylish, there are calls for more creativity and substance in their development and gameplay impact.
- “Offers fun and unique character designs and abilities as well as a unique mechanic and friendly community.”
- “I love the character designs and the abilities feel unique and fit the character.”
- “Character designs are stylish, with each hero boasting distinct visual elements that make them recognizable on the battlefield.”
- “The game isn't bad, it is just really mid; the gunplay doesn't feel solid and doesn't have any weight to it, and a lot of the character designs feel lifeless.”
- “The character designs and skills are as bland as possible.”
- “The character designs are unity asset flip levels of basic; the monetization is more predatory than Apex or Valorant, and the main gimmick, shard cards, are just stat increases—none of them actually drastically impact the fundamental way the game is played like the trailers showed.”
grinding
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing that it is excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of hours to unlock characters and currencies. While some appreciate the challenge and potential rewards of grinding, others find the system frustrating, especially with the presence of multiple currencies and the perceived pay-to-win elements. Overall, players suggest that the grinding experience could benefit from improvements to pacing and accessibility to enhance enjoyment.
- “Characters are not too hard to get, and it's not grindy.”
- “You don't really have to spend real money, but you'll need to farm a specific currency which will be tedious.”
- “But the grind to unlock just one character feels unnecessarily tedious.”
- “The grinding for currency is a little slow and could be improved, but besides that, I'm really excited for this game's future and hope it lasts; it has so much potential.”
story
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely considered minimal or non-existent, with many players expressing that it serves primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a central focus. While some reviews mention engaging characters and potential for storytelling, the consensus is that the narrative is simplistic and not a driving force behind the game's appeal. Overall, players seem to prioritize gameplay mechanics and visuals over a compelling story.
- “Pretty fun story and game, love it! I play it 24/7.”
- “While fragpunk excels in gameplay and world-building, it’s the story and characters that really elevate the game.”
- “It combines fast-paced, fluid gameplay with a rich, atmospheric world and a compelling story that will keep players engaged for hours.”
- “This game is like porn; you'd expect a story, but it doesn't really matter.”
- “While the storyline provides a framework for the gameplay, it is relatively straightforward and serves primarily to facilitate the action sequences.”
- “It feels like you're trying to force a story into a game that just isn't story-driven.”
music
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its energetic and immersive soundtrack that complements the fast-paced gameplay, while others find it repetitive or even obnoxious. Some highlight the audio design as a strong point, enhancing the overall atmosphere, but there are also complaints about bugs and inconsistencies in audio quality. Overall, the music is seen as a significant aspect of the game's appeal, though opinions on its execution vary widely.
- “Energetic soundtrack complements the fast gameplay.”
- “The sound design and music further enhance the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The game's punk vibe shines through its music and graphics, with a rebellious, high-energy soundtrack that drives the action and colorful, sketchbook-style visuals that pop with personality.”
- “The game has weird, unfinished jank: there are missing UI sounds, dropped music, incomplete assets, weird UI issues, and poor optimization at times.”
- “The music is obnoxious, and the gameplay and graphics are way too flashy and bright to even know what is going on.”
- “I could only complain about the music though in the lobby or before and after matches; it's really horrible.”
stability
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its performance on both modern and older hardware, noting that it runs smoothly and is well-optimized. However, a significant number of users report frequent crashes, freezes, and various glitches that severely impact gameplay, particularly after recent updates. Overall, while some players enjoy a stable experience, others find the game to be buggy and unplayable at times.
- “The game is well optimized and runs great, which nowadays, instead of being a given, has to be highlighted and is somewhat of a feature.”
- “Definitely recommend as of now, works wonders too, no lags, no glitches, no stutters.”
- “Very polished and bug-free experience so far.”
- “Always freezes or crashes my PC on startup.”
- “However, after the update on August 27th, my game runs like garbage. I get freezes on the main menu, freezes in-game, it fails to relaunch, and when it finally does relaunch, I get errors and can't rejoin the match.”
- “As of now, the game is a buggy mess. You get killed out of nowhere by players that weren't anywhere near you, kill cams are unusable, matches sometimes just don't end, and you have people just wandering until the time ends even though they are the last player alive.”
replayability
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, largely due to its innovative card system that introduces unique mechanics and variability in each match. Players appreciate the diverse gameplay modes and the strategic depth provided by the shard cards, which keep the experience fresh and engaging. However, some concerns about limited content, such as a small hero roster and map selection, may impact long-term replayability.
- “The shard cards bring such a unique strategic and replayable element to experiment with that have demanded my attention since Fragpunk's release.”
- “No two rounds ever feel the same, keeping the action thrilling, unpredictable, and endlessly replayable.”
- “With the variety of weapons, skins, maps, and modes, Fragpunk offers a great deal of replayability.”
- “❌ limited content: small hero roster and map selection may hurt replayability.”
- “The replay value is much higher than before but ping and forced crossplay makes matchmaking a disaster.”
- “Matches have endless replayability with the shard card mechanics.”
atmosphere
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is a standout feature, blending immersive sound design and vibrant visuals to create a captivating experience that balances nostalgia with a fresh, dystopian aesthetic. Players appreciate the attention to detail in the environments, which enhance both competitive gameplay and exploration, while the overall tone ranges from gritty to playful, catering to various tastes. However, some critiques mention that the presence of cheaters and a focus on trendy elements can detract from the enjoyment for new players.
- “The sound design and music further enhance the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The game's visuals perfectly capture the gritty, neon-lit atmosphere of a dystopian future, blending high-tech advancements with a sense of societal decay.”
- “The contrast between the vibrant neon lights and the dark, rainy streets creates a sense of atmosphere that’s both haunting and beautiful.”
- “This feels like a CS:GO clone with a different atmosphere and some new mechanics, but when your game attracts all of the sweaty cheaters trying to make a name for themselves, they do not care if they're banned because they only care about how skillful they are. The thing is, they are ruining a new game for a lot of new people. No human on this earth has a 95% headshot rate; if so, they would be one of 8 billion, not one every other match. It's sad how the competitive scene just spoils true gaming fun for a large margin of players.”
- “Characters and atmosphere are cringy; it's all like 'yeah baby, we are in trend,' with lots of colors and Generation Z things hitting you in the face.”
- “The game is good, the customizations and the perks at the start of the round have added a different atmosphere to the game. It has a lot to praise, but at the same time, there are a lot of problems, like server crashes.”
emotional
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a mix of emotional experiences with the game, ranging from feelings of joy and nostalgia to frustration and disappointment. While some appreciate the game's ability to create a wholesome and engaging atmosphere, others feel insulted by perceived deceptive practices, such as the use of AI art for paid items, which detracts from their enjoyment. Overall, the emotional impact is heightened by the game's tension during combat and exploration, but the cluttered interface and changes to beloved features have left some players feeling overwhelmed and dissatisfied.
- “Great game, I was always too scared to play any online shooter games, but this one made me feel great, with no judgments.”
- “It ramps up the tension during combat and slows down to create a moody atmosphere during exploration, enhancing the overall emotional impact of the game.”
- “+ this is about my experience but they gifted so many things for wishlisted players with a heartfelt message.”