Impulse of War

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Impulse of War is a multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Dmitry Medvedev and was released on February 24, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Impulse of War" is an action-packed vehicular combat game featuring different modes such as building bases, capturing trains, and deathmatch. Players can choose from various vehicles including buggies, tanks, and hover, terrain vehicles, spaceships, and mega-robots. A modular editor allows customization of vehicle weapons, armor, colors, and trails, with additional features like wheels, camouflage, and flags in development.

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Audience ScoreBased on 203 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

Impulse of War offers a unique and dynamic real-time strategy experience with engaging gameplay that requires quick reflexes and tactical thinking.
The game features a variety of interesting game modes and allows players to customize their vehicles, providing a fresh take on the genre.
Despite its current state, the game shows potential for growth and improvement, with a visually appealing design and enjoyable mechanics.

The game suffers from a lack of player base and has been largely abandoned by the developers, leading to server issues and a dead multiplayer experience.
Many players report significant bugs and a confusing tutorial, making it difficult for newcomers to fully enjoy the game.
The presence of a pay-to-win cash shop and high costs for upgrades detracts from the overall experience, making it feel less rewarding.

graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as top-notch, especially for an early access title, while others find them outdated and lacking in detail. Performance issues, such as lag on lower-end systems, are also noted, indicating that while the visuals can be impressive, they may not consistently deliver a smooth experience. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a highlight for some, but not universally appreciated.
- “Game graphics are top notch.”
- “For an early access version of the game, this game performs way over my expectations for graphics and artwork.”
- “I love the game, beautiful graphics and simple maps that make the game very fun.”
- “The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better.”
- “Your view is so low and graphics are nothing special.”
- “The game is pay to win with graphics from the year 2002.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
56%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the fun movement mechanics and fusion of FPS and vehicle gameplay, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Although there are promising elements and ongoing development, many feel that the current state is marred by simplistic vehicle controls and a prevalence of bots, leading to a stale experience. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects, significant improvements are needed for it to reach its full potential.
- “The movement mechanics like the thrusters are really fun but a bit difficult to learn, and the combat mechanics from what I've observed are pretty decent as well.”
- “While this is in extremely early access at the time of this review, there is already enough functional gameplay to enjoy with others around the globe.”
- “The game includes a fusion of FPS with vehicle gameplay, which makes the game more interesting.”
- “The maps are boring, the gameplay is stale, the same just over and over.”
- “Gameplay is decent but cannot recommend this game due to 90% of the game being filled with bots.”
- “Everyone is Russian, graphics awful, gameplay awful, no change of gameplay, same thing over and over again.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
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The game's stability is a mixed bag; while it runs well on lower-end hardware and offers quick matchmaking, players report significant bugs and glitches, particularly with the menu layout and vehicle mechanics. As an early access title, it shows promise but is currently hampered by incomplete features and frequent issues that can disrupt gameplay. Overall, users advise caution due to its unstable nature.
- “Good game so far, runs great with my graphics card, which is only 2GB.”
- “The menu is quite confusing and buggy; it is opened by pressing the ESC button and leads you to a weird layout of options.”
- “It has a lot of potential, but be warned, it's buggy and incomplete (only has one developer).”
- “My last problem was the glitches; you get glitches from early access games, but this glitch or just problem with the game in general is where you could get stuck in almost anything.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received largely negative feedback, with players describing it as repetitive and unpleasant, often detracting from the overall experience. While some appreciate the intro music, the general consensus is that the soundtrack is poorly executed and fails to enhance gameplay, particularly during the tutorial phase.
- “In the other hand, but less important in a game, the intro music sounds good to me.”
- “Nice and suspenseful music.”
- “Well, it's like someone put a spore-themed world with a Robocraft car mashed with one ugly soundtrack, then slapped a label on it and called it a game.”
- “The music is very repetitive, and it just seems like the whole purpose is to do battle after battle, cramming for very small amounts of in-game cash.”
- “You start the game, it takes you to a very bad tutorial, and some awful music plays in the background. Why release a game if the tutorial makes it look bad?”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, with some suggesting it could take a week of dedicated effort to achieve desired upgrades due to their high costs. While some view this as a potential positive for extending gameplay, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the time investment required.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I do hope they fix that issue, and then I'll change my mind on whether I'll spend my time grinding this cool game.”
- “But the upgrades are super pricey and would take probably a week of full-on grinding to get everything, but I guess that's kind of a good thing?”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The story is highly praised for its depth and engagement, with players feeling deeply immersed in the narrative.
- “Very nice game, with an in-depth story that is very engaging; I got sucked into it.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is initially engaging and amusing, providing a lighthearted experience for players. However, the reviews suggest that this comedic element may not sustain its appeal throughout the gameplay.
- “The humor in the game is genuinely hilarious and keeps you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and clever puns that never get old.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters adds a delightful layer to the gameplay experience.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model of the game is heavily criticized for being laden with intrusive microtransactions, reminiscent of mobile app store practices, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “This isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “There's also a payment method resembling mobile games (the ones from the annoying advertisements).”