Incoming Forces
- March 6, 2014
- Rage Software
Get on Steam"Incoming Forces" is a sci-fi arcade-style shoot 'em up game. Players must defend against waves of alien enemies and bosses in frenetic action. With a variety of ships, weapons, and upgrades, players can customize their loadouts to fit their playstyle. The game also features a cooperative multiplayer mode for even more explosive action.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The original Incoming game included in the bundle is a nostalgic classic that many players enjoyed in their youth.
- The soundtrack is highly praised, with some considering it one of the best from the 90s.
- Incoming Forces offers a variety of vehicles and gameplay modes, providing a fun experience for fans of arcade shooters.
- Both games have significant compatibility issues with modern systems, particularly Windows 10, making them difficult to run.
- Incoming Forces is often criticized for being less enjoyable than the original, with many players feeling it is an unnecessary addition.
- Players report numerous bugs and graphical glitches, detracting from the overall experience.
- story17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally viewed as simplistic and somewhat cheesy, revolving around a generic "aliens invade earth" theme that lacks complexity and depth. While the narrative may not be groundbreaking, it is described as enjoyable and fitting for its time, serving as a backdrop to the fast-paced gameplay rather than a focal point. Overall, players appreciate the story's charm despite its predictability and the limited number of missions.
“Although there isn't a lot of variety, the bread and butter of this game is its story and cutscenes.”
“The story is not complex but somewhat cute and quite enjoyable.”
“Overall a fun shooter with a big range of vehicles and a nice (although cheesy) story.”
“The plot is dumb, but it's not where these games shine anyway.”
“In retrospect, the plot is silly, and for a 2002 game, I've seen much better-looking games.”
“The story is nothing that will blow you away, just the generic 'aliens invade Earth' story.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, with some users noting texture and compatibility issues that can be resolved with specific settings. While the visuals were impressive for their time in the late 90s, they have not aged well and exhibit glitches and clunky elements. Despite these shortcomings, many players appreciate the nostalgia and gameplay, finding the graphics acceptable within that context.
“The visuals look stunning for its year of release.”
“I had fond memories about this game; how graphically impressive it was for the late 90s.”
“Oh 1990s, how I missed you! Yes, I'm that old; I remember playing this game before the dawn of the 21st century. Believe it or not, these graphics were the best the 1990s had to offer. Still tame by today's standards, but also still a fun game to play. Personal rating: 8/10.”
“There are also a few graphical issues which could have been patched for the release on Steam, but the game is still playable.”
“The price is also high considering how low quality the graphics and game components are.”
“However, it aged pretty badly, not only in the graphics sector but in OS compatibility.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its nostalgic and catchy techno soundtrack, reminiscent of the "Galaxy Quest" movie and considered one of the most underrated soundtracks from the 90s. Players find the tracks relaxing and enjoyable, making the game worth playing just to experience the music. Overall, the soundtrack effectively captures a "futuristic" vibe that resonates well with fans of the genre.
“The soundtrack in particular is probably one of the most underrated, amazing soundtracks to a game from the 90s you'll ever hear.”
“Once you hit that menu screen, and for the rest of the game, you're treated to a soundtrack that sounds straight out of the 'Galaxy Quest' movie.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“If you are into that 'futuristic' techno vibe, look no further than the original Incoming's soundtrack.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and easy to pick up, evoking nostalgia for classic titles, though some find it somewhat lackluster and simplistic. While the graphics may feel dated and the story is generic, players appreciate the fun mechanics, especially when using a gamepad for the best experience. Overall, it’s recommended for those seeking a nostalgic gaming experience rather than groundbreaking innovation.
“The graphics are dated admittedly and the resolution will bother some people, but if you're here for the nostalgia trip and good gameplay, you will find what you're looking for.”
“Love this game, reminds me of many of my old 16-bit Amiga favorites but better graphics and gameplay.”
“Gameplay is very fun and easy to get into.”
“Gameplay is also a bit lackluster, so I would recommend the consumer to purchase the product mainly for the original content; the incoming forces feel like an unnecessary pack-in, so I'd consider it a form of bonus game.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users find that many older games suffer from poor optimization, failing to leverage modern hardware capabilities. In contrast, "Incoming Forces" is noted for being better optimized, though it does not stand out as a particularly great game.
“Incoming Forces is a much more optimized piece of software, showcasing impressive performance improvements.”
“The optimization in this game allows for smoother gameplay and a more enjoyable experience overall.”
“I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, making the game run efficiently even on lower-end systems.”
“With our PCs always upgrading with maximum specs, combined with how old these games are, it should come as no surprise that the games are heavily outdated and poorly optimized.”
“On the other hand, Incoming Forces is a much more optimized piece of software, but it is not really a 'great' game per se.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability through its separate mission replay feature and a high score system, encouraging players to improve their performance and explore different strategies.
“Missions are replayable separately and have a high score system.”
“The game offers a variety of choices that significantly change the outcome, encouraging multiple playthroughs.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and different character interactions.”
“The missions are replayable separately, but the lack of variety makes it feel repetitive after a few runs.”
“While there is a high score system, it doesn't add much incentive to replay the game.”
“The overall replay value is low due to the limited content and predictable gameplay.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by the absurdity of inept military equipment triumphing over advanced alien forces, relying on sheer determination and comical weaponry like lasers.
“Hilariously incapable military equipment somehow beats back well-equipped aliens through sheer will (and lasers).”
“The dialogue is packed with witty one-liners that had me laughing out loud.”
“The absurd situations the characters find themselves in are both ridiculous and entertaining.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report experiencing graphic glitches and clipping issues, indicating that the game's stability is compromised and may detract from the overall experience.
“The game is plagued by graphic glitches and clipping issues that disrupt the overall experience.”
“I encountered numerous graphic glitches and clipping problems that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
“The stability of the game is severely affected by persistent graphic glitches and clipping artifacts.”
