Heavy Fire: Shattered Spear

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In Heavy Fire: Shattered Spear, play as a soldier on a mission to prevent Iran from launching a nuclear missile. Fight through enemy lines in Afghanistan and Iran, using various weapons and vehicles to infiltrate and destroy the missile base. This on-rails military shooter features a multi-directional multi-cover system to help you survive the intense action.

Genres & Tags

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

Reviews

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Decent on-rails shooter that provides a few hours of fun, especially at a discounted price.
Offers a nostalgic arcade experience reminiscent of classic shooters, making it enjoyable for casual gamers.
The game has improved graphics and some engaging set pieces compared to its predecessor.

Gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited player control and frustrating mechanics.
Technical issues such as stuttering and poor optimization detract from the overall experience.
The story is generic and unmemorable, failing to engage players beyond the shooting mechanics.

story
18 mentions
22 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally viewed as generic and forgettable, often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and graphics. While some players appreciate the moral lessons and occasional memorable moments, many find the narrative lacking depth and engagement, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a few hours of enjoyable arcade shooting fun at a low price.
- “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).”
- “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.”
- “Yes, the graphics aren't amazing and the story is the most generic 'hoorah! American soldiers!' story ever written.”
- “Story: if there was a story, I already forgot it.”
- “Dialogue is clunky, the story isn't engaging, aiming and the 'feel' of the guns is off.”
gameplay
14 mentions
14 % positive mentions
64 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this on-rail shooter has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its nostalgic style and fun mechanics, while others criticize it for being repetitive and tedious. Although it features improvements in graphics and some gameplay elements compared to its predecessor, many find the overall experience lacking and reminiscent of previous titles, leading to a sense of boredom. Overall, the gameplay is seen as typical for the genre, with a short playtime that may not justify the experience for all players.
- “As a big fan of guncon games, I picked this up after seeing gameplay footage that reminded me of the old games I used to play.”
- “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.”
- “The first 10 minutes are the same thing as the other game, and I don't want to go through the same boring gameplay all over again!”
graphics
10 mentions
10 % positive mentions
80 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting slight improvements over its predecessor but still describing them as merely "okay." While some appreciate the modern aesthetic, others criticize the overuse of glare effects that can be distracting. Overall, the visuals are considered decent but not groundbreaking, with some technical issues reported.
- “The graphics are good, and the story is alright.”
- “//fast game with modern day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “With major improvements from Heavy Fire: Afghanistan in both graphics and gameplay.”
- “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.”
- “Graphically, it's just okay.”
music
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and soothing, providing a calming experience for players. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as stuttering, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these concerns, the music ultimately contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
- “After a while, you don't notice the stuttering; the music just pulls you in.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music is just okay.”
- “I don't know if it's Windows 7 or if it's my graphics card that causes the music to stutter, but after a while, you don't notice it anymore.”
optimization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for significant stuttering issues that render it unplayable for some users. However, many have noted that a simple fix is available through community 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. However, if you check the Steam forums, you can find a quick fix for that, so it's not a huge deal.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players note that the overall gameplay time is approximately 3.5 hours, which includes significant grinding for the "waste" trophy.
- “The total gameplay time, even with lengthy grinding for the 'Waste' trophy, is about 3.5 hours.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect has been criticized due to issues with ad placement, particularly for users with azerty keyboards, which complicates the user experience.