Havoc

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"Havoc is a multiplayer action game with a focus on team-based tactical combat in a variety of game modes, such as bomb defusal and team deathmatch. Semi-destructible environments provide an additional layer of strategy, allowing for the creation of new paths and surprising opponents. Despite having good game mechanics, Havoc is currently quite buggy, affecting the overall experience."

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+10

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 448 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

monetization16 negative mentions

The game has a cool concept, blending elements from popular FPS games like CS:GO, Rainbow Six Siege, and Valorant.
Gunplay feels satisfying, and the graphics have a unique low-poly aesthetic that many players appreciate.
The game is free to play, making it accessible for players to try out without any financial commitment.

The game suffers from a low player count, making it difficult to find matches, often resulting in encounters with bots instead of real players.
There are significant issues with netcode, hit registration, and server stability, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many players report bugs, clunky movement, and a lack of dedicated servers, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.

gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
67%
8%
The gameplay is generally seen as decent, especially for low-end PCs, with a mix of mechanics from popular titles like Call of Duty and Counter-Strike, creating a unique hybrid experience. However, players express concerns about clunky mechanics, poor gunplay, and a lack of player engagement, with many suggesting that the game needs further development and a stable player base to reach its potential. While some aspects, such as UI and weapon customization, are praised, the overall execution feels inconsistent, leaving players eager for improvements.
- “Very fun FPS, graphics are unique, gameplay is easy to understand, still in development so it promises a lot!”
- “One of the most exciting features is the skill-based wallbangs, adding a tactical layer to gameplay.”
- “Be that as it may, the game without those bugs and issues has the potential to be the best FPS to ever be made in terms of gameplay.”
- “Honestly, my only gripes about the game in its current stage is the fact that it seems you cannot earn any skins via gameplay, as I ranked up 5 times in one game without any coins or any unlocks.”
- “It doesn't know what it wants to be; either fully lean into the Valorant/CS:GO gameplay or go the opposite route and become a Call of Duty-esque game. Being in the middle of both serves neither demographic and just makes the gameplay overall worse.”
- “This game might be the most clunky and garbage gunplay mechanics I've ever played, let alone from a free-to-play game.”
monetization
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
28%
64%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized, with reviewers labeling it a cash grab due to the presence of overpriced microtransactions despite the game's unfinished state. Players express frustration over the game's mechanics, which they feel are designed to encourage spending rather than providing a balanced gameplay experience, leading to a perception that the game is more focused on profit than quality. Overall, the monetization approach has detracted from the game's potential, leaving many players disappointed.
- “Could be a fun game, but launching as bare bones as it is, while having microtransactions, just rubs me the wrong way.”
- “The lead dev said he has no interest in writing proper netcode for the game and always brings up excuses like 'lack of funding for servers,' even though he's made plenty of money with his Patreon and now the blatant, overpriced microtransactions.”
- “This is a half-baked game designed solely to be passable enough to have some of its gullible player base spend money via microtransactions.”
- “Honestly, it's disgusting that Steam allows this game to maintain in-game purchases while it's in this state.”
- “We don't care that you're an indie dev; we care that your game isn't even in a playable state and you're already injecting it with $40 microtransactions.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
50%
15%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique art style and aesthetic, while others criticize the quality as subpar or misleading compared to promotional materials. Many users note that the graphics can feel cheap or outdated, and performance issues such as low frame rates on lower settings are also mentioned. Overall, while the game shows potential with its visual design, it struggles to meet expectations in terms of graphical fidelity.
- “Very fun FPS, graphics are unique, gameplay is easy to understand, still in development so it promises a lot!”
- “I love this game's graphics art style and I recommend this game.”
- “The community is great and the high poly/low poly aesthetic is unique and nice looking for sure.”
- “Graphics are misleading, I only get 30 fps on the lowest settings at 900p 💩”
- “The graphics are crap, and it doesn't work on low settings.”
- “Graphics in the game look way worse than that of the screenshots and video on the store page.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
Overall, players express that the game requires significant optimization, citing issues such as performance inconsistencies, microstuttering, and the need for improved server stability. While some aspects like map design and gun mechanics are praised, the general consensus is that the game is not yet fully optimized and requires further polishing to meet player expectations.
- “Good game but needs to be optimized and polished.”
- “It has potential but needs optimization, more content, and stable servers.”
- “Game performance is great, maps are designed pretty decently, guns feel solid.”
- “It has potential but needs optimization, more content, and stable servers + anticheat.”
- “Game is not quite optimized yet.”
- “Not very optimized.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely reported to be unstable and plagued by numerous bugs, including non-functioning buttons and performance issues like freezing and lag. While some players find it enjoyable despite these problems, the overall consensus is that the game's stability is significantly lacking, especially considering its recent alpha release.
- “It is a little bit buggy and doesn't run particularly well, but it's not going to be perfect given its small and inexperienced dev team.”
- “- buggy: some examples are non-functioning buttons, like the play buttons when in a lobby with a mate, or the match start button in the warm-up phase.”
- “Movement is clunky, the game constantly freezes/desyncs/lags, and there's honestly no enjoyment playing in any of the lobbies.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story aspect of the game is not clearly defined, as players have noted inconsistencies in gameplay elements, such as missing objectives in a supposed search and destroy mode. While the game is enjoyable, particularly in multiplayer settings, the lack of a coherent narrative or mission structure detracts from the overall experience. Improvements in the reward system and clearer objectives could enhance the storytelling element significantly.
- “The server I joined was supposed to be a search and destroy server, but for some reason, there was no bomb or bomb site.”
- “---{story}---”
- “☑ story?”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game often stems from the quirky mechanics, such as the amusing reload animations and the unpredictable bullet spread, which players find entertaining. Additionally, the absurdity of sniper rifles achieving perfect hip fire accuracy adds to the comedic experience, highlighting the game's unfinished aspects in a lighthearted way. Overall, the humor is derived from the game's inconsistencies and unexpected moments.
- “Also sometimes the reloads feel funny, like I reload, the magazine goes into the game, but I switch to my knife to get a kill, switch back, gotta reload again.”
- “Guns are tight, recoil is alright and the dynamic spread needs to be tuned down because it's cracked; your bullets go all over the place, it's actually kinda funny.”
- “Sniper rifles have perfect hip fire accuracy sometimes (and when they do, it's hilarious), not a complete piece of software in any way.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users highlighting the enjoyable and engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall gaming experience, making it fun to play while vibing to the tunes.
- “The music trailer is great!”
- “It's a pretty fun game to just vibe and enjoy the music while aiming.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the current replayability of the game is limited, but there is potential for improvement in the future, which may encourage them to revisit and update their assessments.
- “I'll keep a watchful eye on this for the future as currently there's not much replayability factor, but if that improves, I'll give it another shot and update my review.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
300%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or a second playthrough to effectively progress.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”