Hogs of War

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"Hogs of War" is a turn-based strategy game featuring anthropomorphic pigs in a World War I setting. Players command a squad of pigs, each with unique skills and weapons, to complete objectives and defeat enemy teams. The game offers multiplayer modes and various customization options for a humorous and engaging tactical experience.

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50%

Audience ScoreBased on 171 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience with fun gameplay reminiscent of classic titles like Worms, enhanced by excellent voice acting from Rik Mayall.
Once set up correctly, the game can run smoothly and provides a rewarding challenge, especially in multiplayer modes.
The game has a charming sense of humor and engaging mechanics that make it enjoyable for fans of turn-based tactics.

The game is plagued with compatibility issues on modern systems, particularly Windows 10 and 11, making it nearly unplayable without extensive user modifications.
Many players report significant bugs, including broken AI, missing textures, and audio problems, which detract from the overall experience.
The lack of official support or updates from the developers leaves the game in a poor state, leading to frustration for those hoping to relive their childhood memories.

music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
82%
9%
The music in the game is plagued by numerous issues, including non-functional tracks, incorrect timing, and overwhelming volume that drowns out dialogue. Players report that the music often plays at random intervals or overlaps, creating a frustrating experience. While nostalgic for its original soundtrack, the current state of the music detracts significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “Memories of playing this on the PS1 remind me of how good the soundtrack actually is for this game, but from what I remember of playing it on my PC many moons ago, the music often didn't play when it should, and at times, the wrong music would play.”
- “The game is every bit as wonderful as I remember it (I've completed the campaign twice now) but, and it's only a small but, the music, which you can't turn off or even turn down properly, plays almost at random and very loudly, drowning out the wonderful Rik Mayall voice acting, which is half the reason for playing the game.”
- “Ah, brings back the memories :') I remember playing this with my cousin back in 2003 on the PS1, best hours of my life :) Good to see this masterpiece on Steam, although it has some bugs with music and AI, but they are not big, so that doesn't matter at all.”
- “The music plays at random intervals, whenever it wants to, sometimes at varied volumes.”
- “The music is bugged and either won't play or plays at the wrong time.”
- “The game is every bit as wonderful as I remember it, but the music, which you can't turn off or even turn down properly, plays almost at random and very loudly, drowning out the wonderful Rik Mayall voice acting, which is half the reason for playing the game.”
story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The game's story revolves around a humorous premise where players control a squad of pigs enlisted in a parody of World War II, with a backstory that unfolds through mission briefings from Major Grimly. While the narrative adds an enjoyable layer to the gameplay, it is primarily delivered through written documents before each mission, culminating in a few cutscenes at the end. Overall, players appreciate the nostalgic charm and challenge of the story, despite some technical issues that detract from the experience.
- “The game comes with a PDF that tells the story about what caused the war to begin with; it's very enjoyable and fun, honestly.”
- “The story develops in each mission before it starts, where a written document awaits you from Major Grimly, telling you what to do and how it will affect the war.”
- “There is a small backstory behind this game that kind of develops throughout the gameplay.”
- “That's about all the story there is until the end when you get a few cut scenes about one of the pigs.”
- “The story develops in each mission before it starts where a written document awaits you by Major Grimly telling you what to do and how it will affect the war.”
- “There is a small backstory behind this game which kind of develops throughout the game.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
64%
14%
The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated and prone to various issues, including crashes, bugs, and choppy frame rates, especially on modern systems. While some players appreciate the nostalgic charm and improved visuals compared to the PS1 version, many report significant graphical glitches and inconsistencies that detract from the experience. Overall, while the graphics may not meet contemporary standards, they still hold a certain appeal for fans of classic games.
- “The PS1 version of this game is superb, and while it is inferior only graphically, it is at least, unlike this, playable.”
- “To look at, the PC version is much nicer than the PS1 version, with the graphics being smoother and all of the weapons having their own unique model that matches their menu icon.”
- “However, I believe they've held up rather well and the game is definitely something which shouldn't be shunned because of its graphics.”
- “If you do manage to get it to run, expect crashes to desktop, graphic bugs, immovable AI, and missing textures (even with the Frontschweine fix).”
- “I love this game from my childhood, but unfortunately it hasn't aged well graphically :(”
- “There are things you can do like setting it to Windows 98 and running as administrator. There's also an old patch you can install, but even after doing all that, you may have the same problem I had, which was that the game would run but the frame rate was very choppy no matter what graphics settings you change.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The gameplay is characterized by engaging turn-based team battles reminiscent of the Worms series, enhanced by varied mission maps and unique mechanics. Players appreciate the humor and voice acting, while some have noted issues with audio balance. Additionally, the game allows for customization through coding, offering players the chance to create unique scenarios. Overall, the gameplay is solid and enjoyable, despite minor technical limitations.
- “The mission maps are varied and interesting, with some adding new mechanics (such as pillboxes and tanks).”
- “The gameplay is turn-based team battles, very reminiscent of Worms but in 3D. With the campaign mode after each battle, you get to upgrade your units, so you can get new toys to kill and cook the piggy with.”
- “The gameplay is solid turn-based combat; nothing wrong at all.”
- “There are also gameplay-related issues, like the music being far louder than the dialogue, the latter of which was one of the main selling points of the game.”
- “Menus run at 60fps, though the actual gameplay is locked at 25fps.”
- “I am unable to comment on the gameplay, but I would recommend just using an emulator to play the game or, if you can (North America only), buy it on the PSN.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably poor, with frequent crashes, rendering issues, and various graphical glitches reported by users. Many players experienced significant performance problems, including complete system freezes and unresponsive controls, particularly on Windows 7. Despite these issues, some still find the game enjoyable and worth the low price, suggesting that it may be playable with patience and persistence.
- “This version, however, is buggy; the game crashes constantly and I had to restart Windows each time.”
- “I've tried to adjust it in the in-game menu, but even that glitches out.”
- “Was my favorite game when I was a kid, but it does not even start up and freezes my whole computer (Windows 7).”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its hysterical and crude voice acting, particularly from Rik Mayall, which adds a unique charm reminiscent of classic titles like *Worms*. Players fondly recall the game's ability to evoke laughter and create memorable experiences, despite some technical issues on modern systems. Overall, the humor remains a standout aspect that enhances the fun gameplay.
- “Can't believe I found this game on Steam, totally loved it when it came out for the old PSX, still very funny to play.”
- “The game is fun and is much like Worms (only at the time, there were no 3D Worms games which made this unique), only with pigs and some hysterical yet hilariously crude voice acting from Rik Mayall (RIP).”
- “I've been onto Steam's back about this game for a long time as I had so many funny memories.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues on PC, requiring users to install a specific Windows 10 fix to improve performance and reduce glitches. While the mod helps with some problems, it may inadvertently disable music during missions, indicating that overall optimization remains a concern.
- “Make sure to install the Windows 10 fix so the game runs smoothly.”
- “The mod makes it run smoothly and glitch-free, and stops the music from playing on a loop really loudly.”
- “This version is very poorly optimized for PC.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users generally find the game to be highly replayable, indicating that it offers enough variety and engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers a variety of choices that lead to different outcomes, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple character paths and endings, I find myself coming back to explore every possible scenario.”
- “The dynamic world changes with each playthrough, ensuring that no two experiences are ever the same.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's monetization strategy has been criticized for ineffective television advertising, which contributed to poor sales performance.