GALAHAD 3093
- January 24, 2023
- Simutronics Corp.
- 226h median play time
Galahad 3093 is a mech-combat simulator set in a dystopian future. Take control of a powerful mech and engage in thrilling battles across various environments. Customize your mech with an array of weapons and upgrades to suit your playstyle, and compete in online multiplayer matches or against AI enemies in the campaign mode.
Reviews
- The game offers fast-paced gameplay with a variety of customization options for mechs, allowing players to tailor their experience to their preferred playstyle.
- The movement mechanics, including skimming and jump jets, provide a satisfying traversal experience across well-designed maps.
- The developers are responsive to community feedback, regularly releasing updates and patches to improve the game and address player concerns.
- The game suffers from a low player population, leading to matches often being filled with bots instead of real players, which diminishes the overall experience.
- Technical issues such as poor optimization, lag, and frequent crashes hinder gameplay, making it frustrating for players with varying hardware setups.
- The progression system is criticized for being grindy and unbalanced, with a steep learning curve that can be discouraging for new players.
- gameplay22 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
Gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the fast-paced mech action and customization options, while others criticize its clunky mechanics and poor optimization. The core mechanics are generally fun and easy to grasp, but issues like grinding, limited game modes, and performance problems detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, many recommend trying the game for its engaging combat and satisfying movement mechanics.
“I would definitely recommend you try it; it has good gameplay as well as graphics, good balancing, and a good variation of ways to customize your mech to fit your playstyle.”
“Overall, the weapons seem balanced and gameplay can be action-packed.”
“The core gameplay is very easy to get a feel for, and the movement mechanics actually make traversing the map and outmaneuvering players/bots satisfying.”
“Imagine taking the grinding gameplay of War Thunder, mixing it with the customization options of a Fisher Price toy, and then adding in the graphics of a Commodore 64.”
“The gameplay is clunky and unoptimized, with mechs that move like they're stuck in quicksand.”
“Game is very poorly optimized and runs horribly during any sort of event during the match even on a 2080 Ti; mechanics like repairing allies feel poorly implemented at best, and barely feel like a mech game.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the visuals as "great" and well-balanced for an online shooter, while others criticize them as mediocre or poorly optimized, especially on lower-end hardware. Players appreciate the distinct abilities and design, but many feel the graphics do not stand out compared to competitors in the genre, with some describing them as outdated or lacking a cohesive aesthetic. Overall, the game's visuals are seen as a point of contention, with varying experiences based on hardware capabilities.
“Great game, good combat, amazing graphics, cool design and all around fun.”
“Even the graphics are perfectly balanced for an online shooter because I never felt lost or overwhelmed by visual input. Abilities are distinct, and it runs well on a multitude of hardware.”
“This game reminds me of all the best parts of the mech genre over the years: its visuals are great, the pace of the game is exciting, and the mechs are designed for tons of customization and fighting styles.”
“On a technical standpoint, the game does 'work' (it's just full of bots), but the graphics are pretty mediocre compared with the literally hundreds of competing FPS arena games.”
“Imagine taking the grinding gameplay of War Thunder, mixing it with the customization options of a Fisher Price toy, and then adding in the graphics of a Commodore 64.”
“The graphics are so bad, it's like they were designed by a blind man with a crayon.”
- optimization13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting clunky gameplay, frequent crashes, and significant lag issues, even on high-end hardware like the 2080ti. Many feel that the poor optimization detracts from the overall experience, making combat feel unfair and frustrating. While some improvements have been noted, such as fixes to specific FPS issues, the general consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization work to meet player expectations.
“At least combat in those games is optimized and feels fair, making losses feel justified.”
“Draconids' FPS issue seems fixed and performance has stabilized.”
“Could do with some more optimization.”
“The gameplay is clunky and unoptimized, with mechs that move like they're stuck in quicksand.”
“Imagine if you mixed the grind of War Thunder with half the customization of MechWarrior Online, and slapped on some middling graphics for just how horrifically optimized and crash-prone this game is.”
“Game is very poorly optimized and runs horribly during any sort of event during the match even on a 2080 Ti; mechanics like repairing allies feel poorly implemented at best, and barely feel like a mech game.”
- stability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for being plagued with bugs, glitches, and poor optimization, leading to frustrating FPS drops and freezes during key moments. However, a recent patch has improved performance significantly, making the game more enjoyable for players.
“The developers released a patch that day, and the game runs great and is really enjoyable.”
“The game has been incredibly stable since the last update, making for a smooth gaming experience.”
“I've experienced minimal bugs, and the overall stability of the game enhances my enjoyment.”
“This game is so buggy, it's like the developers never heard of the concept of QA.”
“The FPS drops and random game freezes when something happens, such as your death, match end, or respawn, make my head hurt. This is not acceptable for a modern game already in early access.”
“I can accept bugs, glitches, and gacha rolls, but bad optimization???”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be present but manageable, with some achieving significant progress in a few weeks of casual play. However, the grind can feel excessive, especially for casual players who may struggle to keep up in long matches. Overall, the grinding experience is likened to a mix of other games, with a focus on customization and retro graphics.
“Imagine taking the grinding gameplay of War Thunder, mixing it with the customization options of a Fisher Price toy, and then adding in the graphics of a Commodore 64.”
“For a game that is heavily geared towards grinding and has long matches, this causes casual players to be left behind.”
“The progression system for each mech class is grindy, but not overly so, as I got to T4 mechs in about 3 weeks of casual play.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth, as developers opted for player-versus-player (PvP) content over traditional single-player elements like storytelling, NPCs, and designed missions. Reviewers express a desire for the addition of a story mode or more engaging content to enhance the overall experience.
“I hope they add more stuff to do, maybe a story mode or more modes to play, and I hope more people play this.”
“No PvE missions or campaign.”
“I hope they add more content to engage with, like a story mode or additional gameplay modes.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game's replayability has diminished compared to earlier beta testing phases, suggesting that the current version may not offer the same level of engagement or variety.
“The game was much more enjoyable during the previous beta testing periods.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization model is generally favorable for free-to-play veterans, as there are no intrusive advertisements encouraging purchases, allowing for a more seamless gaming experience.
“The monetization system feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to progress at a reasonable pace.”
“It's frustrating to see that the best items are locked behind a paywall, making it nearly impossible to compete without spending real money.”
“The game constantly bombards you with offers and in-game purchases, which detracts from the overall experience.”