Homefront: The Revolution

The Revolution wants to Make Homefront Great Again but fails to shed the fact it was only ever mediocre to begin with.

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"Homefront: The Revolution" is an open-world first-person shooter where you lead the Resistance in guerrilla warfare against a powerful military occupation. The game offers single-player, co-op, and multi-player options with a good plot, gameplay, graphics, and soundtrack, but it can be very grinding, poorly optimized, buggy, and emotional. The living, breathing open world reacts to your actions, allowing you to inspire a rebellion and turn occupation into revolution.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,351 reviews

story1,162 positive mentions

optimization256 negative mentions

story
4,853 mentions
24 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The story of "Homefront: The Revolution" is generally viewed as mediocre and predictable, with many players finding it clichéd and lacking depth. While some appreciate the game's premise of a North Korean occupation of the U.S. and the themes of resistance, others criticize the character development and narrative execution, often describing the plot as forgettable and the characters as one-dimensional. The DLCs are noted for providing additional context and closure to the story, but many feel that the main campaign's storytelling falls short compared to its predecessor. Overall, the game offers a mix of engaging gameplay and a lackluster story that may not resonate with all players.
- “The story is engaging enough, with a compelling blend of open-world exploration, strategic gameplay, and a gripping storyline that kept me hooked from start to finish.”
- “The story takes place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, following Ethan Brady as he joins the American resistance against the North Korean occupation.”
- “The story is thought-provoking and resonant, tackling themes of resistance and freedom in a way that feels timely and relevant.”
- “The story is flat, the characters are forgettable, and the plot twist never arrives.”
- “The story is barely mediocre and very forgettable.”
- “The story is uninspired, bland, and boring.”
gameplay
2,085 mentions
30 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Homefront: The Revolution" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its similarities to the "Far Cry" series, particularly in its open-world structure and mechanics like capturing outposts. While some appreciate the gun customization and crafting systems, others criticize the repetitive nature of missions and the lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, leading to a sense of monotony. Additionally, technical issues such as bugs and performance problems have detracted from the overall experience, making it a game that some find enjoyable despite its flaws, while others feel it falls short of expectations.
- “On the positive side, the gunplay is pretty satisfying, the modifications you can make, and the crafting for IEDs are both great mechanics that are not very complex, but do make for fun situations.”
- “Homefront: The Revolution offers an engaging experience with its decent combat mechanics and versatile open-world objectives.”
- “The gameplay provides multiple avenues for tackling challenges, keeping things dynamic and engaging.”
- “However, poor performance and repetitive gameplay hold it back.”
- “The more intricate mechanics are poorly explained to the player and the gunplay feels janky at best.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's similar to Far Cry, where you have to capture points around different parts of the city, but it does get way too repetitive considering you have to keep doing them over and over in different city areas as you progress through the story.”
graphics
1,476 mentions
56 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The graphics of *Homefront: The Revolution* have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the game's impressive visuals and atmospheric design, particularly in its depiction of a dystopian Philadelphia. While some users noted that the graphics have aged well and are visually appealing, others criticized the game for performance issues, graphical glitches, and inconsistent quality, particularly in lighting and texture details. Overall, the game showcases strong graphical capabilities typical of the CryEngine, but optimization problems have led to a less than ideal experience for some players.
- “The graphics have definitely aged well, with many 2024 titles looking like utter garbage.”
- “Graphically stunning for a game this old.”
- “The graphics are impressively realistic.”
- “The graphics are mediocre at best, and the gameplay is repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The game's performance is notably poor on multiple platforms, with long loading times and inconsistent graphics further detracting from the immersion.”
- “The graphics look dated and a bit off.”
optimization
763 mentions
15 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
34 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering, frame drops, and crashes, particularly on higher-end systems. While some users have noted improvements following patches, others still experience poor performance and believe the game is not well-optimized for various hardware configurations. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game has potential, its optimization remains a major drawback that detracts from the overall experience.
- “Weirdly enough, changing object quality between very high to low has a very huge performance impact in some of the open areas, but you cannot even tell what has changed visually. I recommend just leaving that setting at low for anyone that has FPS issues; the game was smooth otherwise, averaging 129 FPS on my RX6650XT at 1080p.”
- “Since launch, this game has been fixed and optimized to where it's now a really solid game!”
- “This game isn't nearly as bad as reviews might lead you to believe; it's actually pretty decent. Most of the bugs that plagued the game on release are no longer there, and the game is very well optimized. I guess several years of patches can fix a game after all.”
- “I am not a fan of the Crytek engine because of the poor PC optimization, even with the exceeded system requirements.”
- “Just know that the game is very poorly optimized; it’s the worst PC port I have experienced in a while.”
- “The performance is terrible; higher spec systems can't handle a stable 60 fps, which is ridiculous.”
stability
742 mentions
6 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
94 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been a significant point of contention among players, with many reporting a plethora of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that detract from the overall experience. While some users note that the game has improved since its initial release, with fewer game-breaking bugs, others still encounter frequent crashes, frame rate drops, and various minor glitches that can disrupt gameplay. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game may offer enjoyable elements, its stability remains a concern, making it difficult to recommend without reservations.
- “I don't know what issues it had back in 2016, but now, it runs great.”
- “The game runs great for me at 1080p 60fps ultra settings on my GTX 1070.”
- “Game runs great, looks great, plays great.”
- “The game suffers from frequent crashes, glitches, and bugs that make it difficult to progress through the story.”
- “Players frequently encounter bugs, glitches, and frame rate drops that severely hinder gameplay.”
- “The game is a buggy mess, filled with technical issues that detract from the overall experience.”
atmosphere
307 mentions
57 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and oppressive qualities, effectively capturing a dystopian setting reminiscent of titles like *Half-Life 2* and *Metro 2033*. Players appreciate the detailed graphics, sound design, and the way the environment reflects the chaos and tension of a war-torn society, although some note that the overall experience can be marred by pacing issues and repetitive gameplay. Despite its flaws, the game's atmosphere stands out as one of its strongest elements, drawing players into its gritty narrative and world.
- “The visual design really brings the oppressive atmosphere to life, making every mission feel impactful.”
- “The atmosphere they create really helps paint a picture of the dire situation everyone is facing.”
- “The game captures the atmosphere with its intricate details.”
- “The world lacks atmosphere; the amount of visual clutter on the screen makes navigating this world almost unbearable.”
- “This game has no soul and no atmosphere.”
- “To sum it all up: this is a forgettable game that doesn't do anything interesting, neither in terms of gameplay, nor in terms of story or even atmosphere.”
music
163 mentions
34 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and forgettable, often describing it as a background element that fails to stand out. While some appreciate the atmospheric qualities and the haunting vibe reminiscent of classic films, others criticize it for being overly intense or bland, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as serviceable but lacking in variety and memorability.
- “On the audio front, the game excels with a haunting soundtrack that complements the dire setting, and the sound effects are suitably punchy.”
- “The music is great and sets the tone of the world.”
- “The sound design is awesome, and the musical score is intense; and all of these positives lead to a very immersive experience.”
- “The world feels bland, the environments repetitive and boring, the entire soundtrack gets played over and over again no matter where you are.”
- “The soundtrack became repetitive after 15 minutes and caught myself thinking 'still these same blatant tracks?' and the soundtrack itself isn't good or even decent.”
- “Music is generally forgettable and bland, would benefit more from a soundtrack used in the DLC which feels appropriate for an action game.”
grinding
110 mentions
3 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
87 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players finding it tedious and repetitive. Users frequently mention the need for excessive grinding to unlock gear and complete missions, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the potential for exploration and side missions, the consensus is that the grinding mechanics are poorly implemented and often feel like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “Not the grindy Far Cry style open world, instead a relatively short 'do what you want' for some hours, more focus on others.”
- “The yellow zones are a slog because of this, and I haven't found a way to travel efficiently or complete tasks without being detected even after grinding out all of the stealth upgrade equipment to silence my weapon, increase my detect time, and decrease my footstep volume (the game is very unclear about how its stealth system works).”
- “The overall chunk of gameplay comes from the Assassin's Creed/Far Cry-esque side missions, which are as tedious and repetitive as one might expect.”
- “The story missions are usually pretty interesting, as are some of the strike point missions, which help you take back the city stronghold by stronghold, but shooting up the same fortress to turn the same nozzle on the same gas valve gets pretty tedious after a while, I must say.”
humor
106 mentions
99 % positive mentions
-2 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its numerous bugs and glitches, which often lead to unintentionally hilarious situations, such as absurd AI behavior and laughable NPC interactions. While some players appreciate the dark irony and absurdity of the storyline, many find the writing to be juvenile and lacking in genuine comedic value. Overall, the game's humor is a mix of unintentional comedy from its technical flaws and the absurdity of its narrative, making it a source of amusement for those willing to overlook its shortcomings.
- “Combat is clunky, and the AI is either hilariously stupid or I'm secretly a tactical genius.”
- “It's funny that I'm so conditioned to expect games to be buggy and busted in 2023 that when I play something that works, it's like I've won the lottery.”
- “Homefront: The Revolution is one of the most unintentionally hilarious games that I've ever spent money on.”
- “The humor falls flat and often feels forced.”
- “I expected more clever jokes, but most of them are just cringeworthy.”
- “The attempts at humor are so over-the-top that they become uncomfortable.”
emotional
78 mentions
78 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players feeling a lack of connection to the characters and story, resulting in a diminished emotional impact. While some moments resonate deeply, particularly during character losses, the overall narrative is often described as forgettable and underdeveloped, failing to engage players on a personal level. Despite a few heartfelt touches, such as a director's message and some tense moments, the game struggles to create a compelling emotional experience, leaving many players feeling detached.
- “I've become emotionally invested in the struggles of your characters, rooting for their triumphs and shedding a tear for their losses.”
- “The ending has a heartfelt message from the director about the game development being managed by a small team and thanking everyone that contributed, which is amazing to hear.”
- “There’s a pitched battle towards the end that really feels tense, the stakes feel high, and the ending left me genuinely emotional.”
- “From the dry gameplay of 'run here, do this' to the boring storyline and terrible voice acting of characters that feel robotic and cringe, this game manages to fail in every aspect.”
- “Long story short, this game suffers heavily from bugs and glitches; there is no point in playing until the end with this uninspired setting and boring story and characters.”
- “Boring characters, boring story, unfortunately.”
replayability
58 mentions
26 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many users noting a lack of replay value in the single-player campaign, often describing it as repetitive and limited after completing missions. However, some players highlight the multiplayer and co-op modes as offering significant replayability, suggesting that these aspects can enhance the overall experience. Despite the potential for fun in multiplayer, the game's numerous bugs and performance issues detract from its replayability for many players.
- “Extreme replayability of the multiplayer missions.”
- “Its got great replayability, and a fun co-op, which is actually starting to come back alive.”
- “I found the game and campaign as well as the multiplayer to be very fun with high replay value.”
- “To start off, the game has no replayability. Once you get to the last mission, you have the choice of starting it or not playing it until you do all your side quests.”
- “It's not replayable at all, and the autosaves are a nuisance.”
- “Overall, I'd recommend the game but only if it's on sale. $30 is a little steep considering the aforementioned lack of replayability and the rather dried-up co-op community.”
character development
26 mentions
23 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is largely criticized for being shallow and underwhelming, with many players noting a lack of memorable characters and emotional engagement. While some reviews mention moments of decent character development, the overall consensus is that the narrative fails to provide sufficient depth, often resulting in a generic and forgettable experience. Additionally, the presence of a silent protagonist further detracts from the potential for meaningful character growth.
- “Concept of the story is interesting and probably even deep, but in reality it is a generic 'after briefing you shoot some guys' type story. However, in some parts of the game, they manage to do quite good character development and story.”
- “There is actual character development, which is rare in FPS games nowadays.”
- “Sure, the writing and character development could be better, but what is not covered individually is compensated by the resistance as a whole: this is not your generic patriotic resistance; it's a darker and more violent one driven by revenge and hatred more than by generic nationalism.”
- “The narrative and character development in 'Homefront: The Revolution' are also underwhelming.”
- “There are no memorable characters, no character development, even we as players play as a mute protagonist who doesn’t say a single word throughout the whole game.”
- “Story is so boring, I didn't care for any of the cheesy deaths since there's barely any character development.”
monetization
16 mentions
6 % positive mentions
19 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the presence of microtransactions and ads that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the developers' commitment to fixing issues post-launch without resorting to cash grabs, others feel that many recent AAA titles lack polish and rely heavily on monetization strategies. Overall, the game's approach to monetization appears to be a point of contention among players, reflecting broader concerns in the gaming industry.
- “Despite this game getting nailed as one of the worst games of 2016, the developers still released patch after patch to fix the glaring problems of the initial game, and still released storyline add-ons as well (for more than a year after its release, and managed to fix some of the plot holes of the story). In my opinion, this is something unique in the current gaming landscape, instead of moving onto their next project (or adding microtransactions), Dambuster fixed and expanded upon Homefront: The Revolution.”
- “It only lacked room for a generic RPG progression system, microtransactions, and loot boxes.”
- “I believe it's just a simple cash grab and it's bad for the game industry.”
- “If you look at AAA games from the last 3-5 years, they all seem like cash grabs and lack a lot of polish and content that even indie developers are including nowadays.”