Good Kill!

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Good Kill! is a single player strategy game. It was developed by gamegine and was released on November 11, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Good Kill! is an intense first-person shooter where you take on the role of a helicopter door gunner, battling enemy infantry and fortified positions across hostile terrain. Engage in adrenaline-pumping missions, customize your weapons and helicopters, and strategically call in air support to dominate the battlefield. Precision and timing are essential for victory.

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and immersive environments that effectively capture the atmosphere of the Vietnam War.
Gameplay is engaging and offers a satisfying shooting experience, especially from the helicopter, with a good variety of weapons and upgrades as players progress.
The developers are responsive to feedback and have shown commitment to improving the game, which bodes well for its future development.

The game suffers from repetitiveness and lacks mission variety, making it feel monotonous after a short playtime.
There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including low frame rates and control problems, which detract from the overall experience.
Voice acting is poorly executed, with heavy accents and low-quality recordings that break immersion and make it difficult to understand dialogue.

story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is characterized by fast-paced, adrenaline-filled missions that immerse players in combat, with a focus on completing objectives like eliminating enemies and destroying targets. While the narrative is engaging and the gameplay is smooth, players have noted a lack of mission variety and some technical issues that can lead to frustration, making the experience feel repetitive over time. Overall, the potential for an intense experience is present, but improvements in mission design and enemy spawning are needed to enhance player engagement.
- “The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is smooth, and the story is so engaging that it’s hard to put down.”
- “With so many new levels and choices for weapons and helicopters, every mission feels like a new experience.”
- “Engaging in combat from the helicopter and completing missions is really immersive.”
- “I've completed the first three missions and am already bored.”
- “However, the limited mission variety can make it feel repetitive over time.”
- “I thought this new patch they just posted would fix some things, but I'm still blocked on mission 3, because the stupid enemies refuse to spawn.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging combat, and immersive atmosphere, enhanced by stunning graphics and sound design. While some players note minor bugs and a need for polish, the overall experience is described as enjoyable and captivating, with a good balance of simplicity and challenge. The innovative mechanics, particularly in helicopter handling, add depth to the gameplay, making it a promising title in the shooter genre.
- “The combat mechanics in this game are absolutely amazing!”
- “The gameplay strikes a perfect balance between simplicity and fun, offering an experience that’s engaging without being overwhelming.”
- “This game has shown me a glimpse of its potential to redefine what an FPS can be, with its innovative mechanics and atmospheric design.”
- “Good kill, however, is plagued with issues that make it a mechanically horrible shooter.”
- “Gameplay could use a bit more polish to really shine, but overall it's worth playing.”
- “In terms of gameplay, I found the difficulty curve around helicopter handling and shooting to be challenging, particularly on a first attempt.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise for their stunning visuals and immersive environments, with many players noting the impressive attention to detail and smooth gameplay. While some reviews mention that the graphics feel reminiscent of early 2010s titles, they still deliver a visually appealing experience. A few users pointed out minor issues, such as glitches and the need for further tweaking, but the general consensus is that the graphics significantly enhance the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are stunning, offering a visual feast, and the gameplay mechanics are well-structured and thoughtfully designed.”
- “If you’re a fan of breathtaking graphics and immersive environments, this is definitely a game worth checking out!”
- “In just a few hours of playing, I’m already amazed by the stunning visuals.”
- “Feels like it's early 2010s as far as graphics (it's okay!), it's exactly what it says it is.”
- “Graphics still require further tweaking.”
- “There were also some glitches on my PC with low graphics settings, but that could be specific to my setup.”
atmosphere
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its realistic graphics, immersive sound design, and effective use of lighting and shadows, which together create a captivating and deep experience that authentically captures the essence of the Vietnam War. Despite some minor shortcomings, the overall atmosphere is engaging and shows significant improvement, hinting at the game's potential to redefine the first-person shooter genre.
- “The interplay of lighting and shadows creates a captivating atmosphere, giving the world a remarkable sense of depth.”
- “The visuals and sounds capture the era well, pulling you deeper into the atmosphere.”
- “The game captures the atmosphere of the Vietnam War incredibly well.”
- “While there are some minor shortcomings in terms of atmosphere, the significant improvements from the demo to the current version give us plenty of hope for the future.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is currently a concern, as players report various bugs and glitches, particularly in its early access state. While some issues are being addressed quickly, users still experience minor bugs and occasional performance problems, which may vary depending on individual setups.
- “An early access game called 'scam', which is only a buggy playtest version.”
- “One thing to note is that the game is in early access, so there are a few minor bugs here and there, but you may encounter some occasional glitches or unfinished features.”
- “There were also some glitches on my PC with low graphics settings, but that could be specific to my setup.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with players expressing a desire for a more authentic Vietnam War-era soundtrack, as the current selection is considered repetitive. While some appreciate the game's early release status, they feel that the music detracts from the overall immersion, especially when combined with issues like poor voice acting.
- “The only thing I wish is a better soundtrack with some real Vietnam War era music!”
- “I really want to like this game. I understand that it's in early release and thanks for being honest about that. A few bugs (rotor blades don't spin, enemies don't dismount in an animation), the music is a bit repetitive (I have Spotify and some 60's playlists), but the voice acting is horrendous and really spoils the immersion.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's performance is generally smooth, but it lacks adequate optimization features, such as DLSS, which could enhance performance across a broader range of systems. This has led some users to feel that the developers have not prioritized optimization.
- “The game runs smoothly, though it could benefit from scaling features like DLSS for better performance on a wider range of systems.”
- “My entire review is going to be about my performance specs, and you can see why these developers just don't care about optimization.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally poor voice acting, which many players find endearingly charming.
- “The voice acting is hilariously bad, but I find it kind of charming.”
- “The game's humor is spot-on, with clever jokes that had me laughing out loud.”
- “I love the quirky characters and their ridiculous dialogue; it adds so much to the fun!”