Iron Commando

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Iron Commando is a single player and multiplayer hack and slash game with a warfare theme. It was developed by Arcade Zone and was released on July 13, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

In "Iron Commando," players can choose between a soldier or a martial arts master to stop G.H.O.S.T. from acquiring a radioactive meteorite. The game features 10 levels of brawling action, including unique experiences like riding in a Jeep and motorcycle, and is available for purchase on Steam. Fans of classic beat 'em up games like Final Fight and Streets of Rage will enjoy this tribute to the genre.

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Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game features a good variety of weapon types, adding some depth to the combat.
The nostalgic 90's arcade style, including graphics and music, appeals to fans of retro games.
Some players find the game enjoyable despite its flaws, appreciating its chaotic beat 'em up nature.

The controls are slow and clunky, making gameplay frustrating and difficult.
Enemies are overly aggressive and have unfair advantages, leading to a punishing experience.
The game suffers from poor emulation and technical issues, including sound lag and controller recognition problems.

music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its catchy, authentic 90's arcade style that enhances the overall experience. Despite some gameplay issues, the superb soundtrack is a standout feature that many recommend as a primary reason to play.
- “Superb soundtrack”
- “I really only recommend it because the music is so good.”
- “The game is hard because of some shoddy gameplay, but hot dang does the music slap.”
- “Authentic 90's style arcade music, same for the graphics, and this game just feels like all the best bits of the genre thrown together and instantly accessible.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is notably poor, lacking support for modern display resolutions and failing to run smoothly on contemporary gaming PCs, even on low settings. Users report significant stuttering and low framerates, particularly on lower-spec machines, as the developers prioritized emulation accuracy over performance. This has led to a frustrating experience for players seeking a seamless retro gaming experience.
- “The game lacks support for any modern gaming display resolutions or widescreen monitors, hasn't been modernized or updated to run smoothly on modern gaming PCs.”
- “Between this and Sega's good-looking but shockingly low-performance 'upgrade' to their Genesis Classics frontend, it's become harder to wholeheartedly vouch for this style of retro re-release.”
- “Piko prioritized emulation accuracy above performance here, meaning low spec machines that would otherwise be totally fine emulating 90's era console games might get nasty stuttering and unplayably low framerates.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received criticism for its poor controls and difficulty, leading to frustration among players. Many suggest that it lacks the smoothness and functionality found in classic titles like Streets of Rage, despite some appreciation for the nostalgic elements. Overall, the gameplay experience is seen as lacking compared to better-executed alternatives.
- “Good classic gameplay.”
- “I am going to go nuts if I mention everything that sucks gameplay and controls-wise in the game.”
- “The game is hard because of some shoddy gameplay, but hot dang does the music slap.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are reminiscent of 90s arcade style, featuring varied character designs and classic animations, though there are no options for resolution changes or significant graphics tweaks. While the overall aesthetic captures the charm of the genre, the graphics engine is noted to be surprisingly good for a brawler with minimal plot.
- “SNES-style graphics with varied character designs and classic animations.”
- “Authentic 90's style arcade music, along with the graphics, makes this game feel like all the best bits of the genre thrown together and instantly accessible.”
- “A brawler with almost no plot but an actually pretty good graphics engine.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “Snes-style graphics with varied character designs and classic animations.”
- “Authentic 90's style arcade music, same for the graphics, and this game just feels like all the best bits of the genre thrown together and instantly accessible.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is largely considered irrelevant and generic, reminiscent of mid-90s tropes, with poorly developed characters. While the narrative lacks depth and originality, the game's graphics engine is noted as a positive aspect, somewhat compensating for the minimal plot.
- “The story is obviously irrelevant; it doesn't feel good, and it doesn't sound or look that great. The characters are at a kamishibai level.”
- “The story is the usual generic mid-90s nonsense, but I can deal with that.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game features Snes-style graphics that showcase varied character designs and classic animations, contributing to a nostalgic yet engaging visual experience.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that unfolds throughout the game.”
- “I love how the characters evolve based on the choices I make, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “The depth of the characters is impressive, with their personalities and relationships growing as the story progresses.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note that the variety of usable items significantly enhances the game's replayability, encouraging players to explore different strategies and experiences in subsequent playthroughs.
- “The variety of usable items significantly enhances the replay value.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
- “The dynamic choices and outcomes ensure that no two runs are ever the same.”
- “The usable items add to the replay value.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by whimsical elements, such as the amusing design of a cartoon motorbike reminiscent of 60's acid rock album art, which adds a lighthearted touch to the gameplay and elicits laughter from players.
- “For variety, there are a few vehicle shooting sections in which your character rides a funny little cartoon motorbike that could've come straight off of a 60's acid rock album cover... it always makes me chuckle.”
- “The dialogue is filled with witty one-liners that had me laughing out loud, making even the most mundane tasks feel entertaining.”
- “The absurd situations you find yourself in are so over-the-top that you can't help but laugh at the sheer ridiculousness of it all.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while enemies exhibit fast and accurate movement, the game's stability can be compromised by relying on AI pattern glitches to gain an advantage. This suggests that the game's mechanics may not always function as intended, impacting overall gameplay experience.
- “Enemies move relatively fast and accurately, so you have to rely on a few AI pattern glitches to get them to throw for you.”