Global Ops: Commando Libya

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"Global Ops: Commando Libya" is a first-person shooter game set in modern-day Libya. Players take on the role of a skilled commando tasked with stopping a rogue general and his army. The game features a variety of weapons, vehicles, and mission objectives, taking players through a variety of environments, from desert fortresses to underground facilities. Overall, it's a fast-paced and action-packed military shooter with a strong emphasis on tactical gameplay.

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44%

Audience ScoreBased on 374 reviews

gameplay24 positive mentions

story36 negative mentions

The game is entertaining in a 'so bad it's good' way, with hilarious dialogue and moments.
For the low price, it offers a decent amount of gameplay and easy achievements.
The graphics and environment destruction are decent for its time, providing some visual appeal.

Controls are clunky and unresponsive, with no option to customize key bindings.
The AI is extremely poor, often failing to react appropriately during combat.
The story is generic and poorly executed, with bad voice acting that detracts from the experience.

story
170 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
66%
21%
The story has been widely criticized for its generic and clichéd military plot, revolving around American soldiers combating terrorists over nuclear weapons, which many players found uninspiring and poorly executed. The dialogue and voice acting are described as subpar, often leading to moments of unintentional humor rather than engagement. Overall, the narrative lacks depth and character development, making it difficult for players to invest in the missions or their outcomes.
- “The game fails to deliver good gameplay but it does succeed in being solid in its small story, having consistent and yet diverse gameplay and in being a quick time spender.”
- “The story is ridiculous, cliched B-movie cheesiness with dudebro protagonists Pope and West that swear a ton, which can be enjoyable if you appreciate camp or direct-to-DVD movies.”
- “In that regard, the plot is good for what it is, action comedy.”
- “On top of this, the story and voice acting are painfully generic.”
- “The lack of character development or narrative depth makes it hard to care about the missions or their outcomes.”
- “The story is generic and boring; some bomb got stolen and needs to be recovered by a team of 2 US soldiers.”
graphics
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
54%
28%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players criticizing them as outdated and bland, particularly for a title released in 2012. While some appreciate the environmental destruction features and find the graphics decent for their time, others describe them as mediocre or even terrible, with repetitive environments and a lack of advanced graphic options. Overall, the consensus suggests that the graphics do not meet modern standards and detract from the overall experience.
- “- graphics are extremely impressive, couple of times I had difficulty telling the difference between real life and this game.”
- “- detailed graphics: fight in realistic settings from Greenland to Libya!”
- “Graphically it ain't amazing but good enough for £2.40.”
- “The graphics are another weak point, which is almost inexcusable given the standards of 2012.”
- “The environments, supposedly set in Libya, are bland and repetitive, giving no sense of immersion or geographical authenticity.”
- “The graphics are terrible, controls are sluggish and unresponsive, and the voice acting is worse than Men of War... and that's saying a lot.”
gameplay
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
64%
4%
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being a generic third-person shooter that heavily borrows from Gears of War mechanics, featuring a lackluster cover system and uninspired combat. Many reviewers noted that the game feels repetitive and fails to deliver engaging mechanics, with poor AI and controls detracting from the overall experience. While some found it mildly enjoyable in short bursts, the consensus is that it falls short of basic expectations, making it a disappointing title for those seeking a solid gameplay experience.
- “Gameplay is a mix of cover shooting, rushing, and vehicle fights.”
- “Many different places/settings which bring variety to the gameplay.”
- “The game fails to deliver good gameplay but it does succeed in being solid in its small story, having consistent and yet diverse gameplay and in being a quick time spender.”
- “The gameplay is your typical Gears of War clone with chest-high walls and edgy dialogue like the player character saying 'throwing some shit' when he throws a hand grenade.”
- “To start, the gameplay is astonishingly lackluster.”
- “Bad AI, bad controls, bad design layout; gameplay is just nowhere near enjoyable.”
humor
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally bad dialogue and voice acting, which many players find amusing, likening it to a parody of action films. While some may not appreciate the crude and vulgar humor, others enjoy the absurdity and historical inaccuracies, leading to moments of genuine laughter. Overall, the game's comedic elements are a mix of "so bad it's funny" and over-the-top caricatures, making it a unique experience for those who embrace its style.
- “The best part of the game was the hilariously bad dialogue, so make sure not to skip over that.”
- “The voice acting is so stupid it's beyond hilarious :) makes you feel like you're playing through a parody of Rambo or Commando lol.”
- “The plot is hilariously bad and honestly I couldn't help but laugh at certain moments.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and poor controls that detract from the overall experience. Many players describe the gameplay as janky and frustrating, often attributing deaths to the game's mechanics rather than player error. While some mention that the glitches are not game-breaking, the overall consensus is that the stability problems severely impact enjoyment.
- “The 'cover' mechanism is buggy and broken.”
- “It's buggy, janky and just all around not fun.”
- “Terrible buggy clunky port of a crappy console shooter with low rating scores, why was this even done???”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The in-game music is set to a default loud volume, which some players find overwhelming, but it is generally considered fine. The standout feature is the incredible voice acting, highlighted by memorable and unique quotes that enhance the overall experience. However, the options menu is limited, offering only basic adjustments for music and sound effects.
- “Incredible voice acting (in the first couple of missions you will get a taste of it), very memorable, unique quotes, pure music to every ear.”
- “Options menu is very limited, you have a bunch of resolution options, subtitles, gamma, and volume sliders for music, effects, and dialogs.”
- “In-game music is on by default, and is a little on the loud side.”
- “Options menu is very limited; you have a bunch of resolution options, subtitles, gamma, and volume sliders for music, effects, and dialogs.”
- “Graphics are nothing better than okay, while the music is fine.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players criticize the grinding aspect of the game, describing it as tedious and broken, detracting from the potential for engaging combat and overall enjoyment. Many feel that the grind is excessive, making the experience feel more like a chore than an adventure.
- “Instead of tactical combat or engaging gunplay, players are treated to an almost broken system that turns what could have been a thrilling experience into a tedious grind.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its clichéd dialogue and lackluster voice acting, which detracts from the overall experience and fails to engage players on a deeper level. Many feel that the performances lack genuine emotional investment, resulting in a disconnection from the narrative.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere has been criticized for lacking vibrancy and life, failing to immerse players in a dynamic warzone experience. Overall, it feels lifeless and unengaging, detracting from the intended intensity of the setting.
- “Instead of transporting players to a dynamic warzone, the game seems to exist in a world devoid of life and atmosphere.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate a significant deficiency in character development and narrative depth, leading to a lack of emotional investment in the missions and their outcomes. This shortcoming detracts from the overall engagement and enjoyment of the game.
- “The lack of character development or narrative depth makes it hard to care about the missions or their outcomes.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, suggesting that the developer is prioritizing profit over player experience, particularly in light of current events.
- “It's almost like the developer needed a cash grab before Libya fades from current events.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting poor graphics, unresponsive controls, and overall subpar performance.
- “Horrible graphics, controls, and performance.”
- “Horrible graphics, controls, and performance.”

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