Heavy Fire: Shattered Spear

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"Heavy Fire: Shattered Spear" is an upcoming on-rails military shooter game set in Iran and Afghanistan. As a soldier, you must infiltrate and destroy an Iranian nuclear missile base while battling relentless enemies using various weapons and vehicles. The game features a multi-directional multi-cover system, providing strategic options for survival and victory. Your mission: disarm the Iies before they launch a nuclear attack.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 57 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game features impressive graphics and beautifully designed environments that enhance the on-rails gameplay experience.
The cooperative multiplayer mode adds a fun layer of teamwork and excitement, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
The controls are smooth and responsive, allowing for quick reactions during intense firefights, and the variety of weapons keeps the gameplay dynamic.

The game suffers from technical issues such as stuttering and lag, which can make it frustrating and unplayable at times.
The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with short missions that may not provide a satisfying experience for all players.
The story and voice acting are generic and unengaging, contributing to an overall lack of immersion in the game.

story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
67%
11%
The story of the game is widely criticized for being generic and propagandistic, revolving around a simplistic narrative of American soldiers invading Iran under the guise of heroism. Many players found the plot forgettable, with some describing it as laughably cheesy and poorly executed, while others noted that the dialogue and voice acting added to its lack of engagement. Despite these criticisms, a few players appreciated the story's improvements over previous installments, highlighting some memorable moments and mission variety.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The story is more interesting and memorable than the first installment, and there is more variety in the missions (which was already pretty good in the first one) and equipment you use.”
- “As mentioned, the story is much more interesting and memorable, and there are a number of set pieces that are well done (except the dam bursting).”
- “Yes, the graphics aren't amazing and the story is the most generic 'hoorah! American soldiers!' story ever written.”
- “The plot can be summarized like this: you're a U.S. soldier on a mission to invade Iran because they have nuclear plans. The game portrays you as a hero risking your life and killing Iranian people, labeling them as bad guys. However, if you invade a country, you should expect its people to fight back and defend their land. The ending is so dumb and cheesy that it makes you laugh.”
- “Dialogue is clunky, the story isn't engaging, and the aiming and 'feel' of the guns is off.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
63%
21%
The gameplay of this on-rails shooter has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the variety of weapons and the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic guncon games. However, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking innovation, with gameplay mechanics that feel dated and overly familiar. Overall, while it offers fun for fans of the genre, it may not satisfy those seeking a fresh experience.
- “I loved the variety of weapons and upgrades available, which kept the gameplay dynamic and encouraged me to experiment with different loadouts.”
- “However, I appreciate the style of it; the gameplay is very typical of an on-rail shooter, and I've had fun with it so far.”
- “With major improvements from Heavy Fire: Afghanistan, from the graphics to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay was atrocious, and made the game a slog to go through.”
- “However, the gameplay, for the most part, gets repetitive.”
- “Dated graphics, couple of crashes, very short and quite bad gameplay really.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the impressive environments and modern design that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticize the overall quality as average or below par, noting issues like excessive glare and occasional stuttering. Despite some improvements over its predecessor, the visuals are often described as dated or inconsistent, leading to a lack of uniformity in player experiences.
- “The graphics are impressive for a shooter of this style, and the environments are beautifully designed, making each mission feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With major improvements from Heavy Fire: Afghanistan in terms of graphics and gameplay.”
- “The graphics are good, and the story is alright.”
- “Yes, the graphics aren't amazing, and the story is the most generic 'hoorah!'”
- “This is one of those games that tried to improve graphics by giving everything a glare like the sun is in your eyes.”
- “Dated graphics, a couple of crashes, very short, and quite bad gameplay really.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is described as relaxing and enjoyable, providing a soothing experience for players. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as stuttering, which may detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these concerns, the music ultimately contributes positively to the gaming atmosphere.
- “The music is great!”
- “After a while, you don't notice the stuttering; it becomes in tune with the music.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “I don't know if it's Windows 7 or if it's my graphics card that makes it stutter or makes it out of tune with the music, but after a while, you don't notice it anymore.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stuttering issues that can render it unplayable; however, players have noted that a simple fix is available through Steam forums, which alleviates the problem and improves the overall experience.
- “Stuttering makes the game unplayable; fix this and I will give it a good review.”
- “The game suffers from bugs and stuttering frames, but there is an easy fix for it.”
- “Upon starting the game, you immediately notice significant stuttering, but a quick fix can be found in the Steam forums, so it's not a huge deal.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the overall gameplay time is approximately 3.5 hours, which includes significant grinding for the "waste" trophy. This suggests that while grinding is present, it does not excessively prolong the game's duration.
- “The total gameplay time, even with lengthy grinding for the 'Waste' trophy, is about 3.5 hours.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report a stable gaming experience with minimal issues, noting only a minor concern with sound volume. There are no significant bugs or glitches affecting gameplay.
- “I didn't have any problems with the game, no bugs or glitches except for the sound volume.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced several freezes and lag spikes that disrupted my gameplay.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect has been criticized due to issues with ad placement, particularly on azerty keyboards, where ads do not align properly, potentially disrupting user experience.