FREAKFIELD 2042

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FREAKFIELD 2042 is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Game for games and was released on April 1, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

"FREAKFIELD 2042 is a thrilling third or first-person shooter set in a post-economic crash world where players join squads of uniquely equipped soldiers, known as 'freaks.' The game features various modes, weapons, and characters to ensure an action-packed and enjoyable experience. Get ready to arm yourself and prepare for war in this immersive shooter game."

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

optimization2 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game is considered hilarious and ridiculous, with funny voice-over lines that provide entertainment.
Some players appreciate the effort put into the project, noting features like a scoreboard and customization options.
It is seen as a budget-friendly option for those looking to play solo, despite the lack of a player base.

The game is an asset flip with no original content, leading to accusations of being a scam.
There is no active player base, making it a 'dead game' with no functioning PvP servers.
The game has been marked as 'Profile Features Limited' on Steam, indicating poor sales and low community acceptance.

monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized due to the presence of suspicious reviews, primarily in Russian or broken English, which appear shortly after launch. These reviews are linked to accounts that have made direct purchases of the game and are often used to promote asset flips and other questionable cash grabs, raising concerns about the authenticity of user feedback.
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game purchases that don't enhance the experience.”
- “It seems like the game was designed around making money rather than providing a fun experience, with paywalls everywhere.”
- “The aggressive monetization tactics overshadow the gameplay, making it hard to enjoy without feeling pressured to spend.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game's optimization is heavily reliant on the integration of original content alongside assets from the Unity Asset Store, ensuring that these assets do not dominate the overall product. This approach aims to enhance performance and functionality, although specific performance metrics or issues were not detailed in the provided texts.
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its hilarious and ridiculous voice-over lines, which have left players in stitches and made the low price feel like a steal, reminiscent of an April Fools' joke.
- “This game is both hilarious and ridiculous. The voice-over lines made me laugh so hard it was worth the 99 cents I spent on what I can only assume was some sort of April Fools' joke.”