Iron Front: Liberation 1944

A gritty Eastern Front soldier sim rushed to the front far too soon. Wait for patches if youre squeamish.

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"Iron Front: Liberation 1944 - Digital War Edition" is a tactical World War II shooter set in the summer of 194

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 417 reviews

story9 positive mentions

stability29 negative mentions

The game offers a realistic World War II simulation with great attention to detail, making it enjoyable for military history enthusiasts.
The mission editor allows for extensive customization and replayability, enabling players to create their own scenarios and battles.
The tank and vehicle mechanics are well-implemented, providing an immersive experience for players who enjoy armored warfare.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in the campaign mode, making it frustrating and often unplayable.
Multiplayer support is essentially non-existent due to the shutdown of Gamespy, leaving players with only single-player options.
Controls are counter-intuitive and clunky, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience and can lead to confusion.

story
84 mentions
11 % positive mentions
86 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is characterized by a mix of engaging World War II narratives and frustrating gameplay due to numerous bugs and AI issues. While players appreciate the potential for creating custom missions through the mission editor, many report that the developer-made campaigns are riddled with glitches that hinder progress and enjoyment. Overall, the story is seen as interesting but marred by technical shortcomings, making it more appealing to those who enjoy crafting their own scenarios rather than relying on the flawed campaign missions.
- “The original storyline is fun, but I tend to appreciate the German storyline better.”
- “Playing the mission 'Normandy Crossing' gave me that immersion that only the Arma series can provide.”
- “The powerful Arma 2 mission editor is there, the AI is improved, and it's all an improvement on Arma 2.”
- “In a nutshell, it is an irritating, frustration-filled series of supposedly interlinked missions which just do not work as they should.”
- “The campaigns (German and Russian) are horribly bugged, cutscenes are awful and laggy, and you are most likely not to get past mission 4.”
- “It is terribly broken and I wouldn't wish anyone the pain of 3-4 hours of tutorial and the first mission.”
stability
29 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of severe bugs, glitches, and clunky mechanics that hinder gameplay, making it nearly unplayable in both single-player and multiplayer modes. Many users describe it as an unfinished product, likening it to an alpha version, and express frustration over its performance issues and lack of polish. While some players find enjoyment in its potential and community patches, the overwhelming sentiment is that the game is plagued by instability and requires significant improvements.
- “So clunky and buggy you can't even finish the tutorial mission.”
- “Extremely buggy (game breaking), performance is the same as all the other Arma games....which for me just doesn't work.”
- “Multiplayer is dead, campaign is literally unplayable because it's so buggy, performance is worse than that of Arma 2.”
graphics
25 mentions
48 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting significant bugs and dated visuals that detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the decent models and textures, others criticize the performance issues and graphical limitations, especially given the game's age. Overall, the graphics are described as "okay" or "decent," but they often fall short of expectations, particularly for those seeking a polished visual experience.
- “Its got good graphics and solid mechanics; I think for any WW2 geeks like myself, this is a perfect game for it.”
- “Finally, a WW2 game that has good graphics and is amazing to play.”
- “I just bought this game and the graphics are very good.”
- “Often times the graphics will bug, and that's definitely not where the bugs end.”
- “Good tactical and for weak PC... of course, the graphics are so bad because it's from 2010 to 2012.”
- “It doesn't matter if you put the graphics on very low or high; when you play a heavily scripted mission, you get an average of 25 fps, and that is with an i7 8700 + RTX 2070.”
optimization
20 mentions
15 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many users noting severe performance issues that are even worse than those found in Arma 2, attributed to its reliance on an outdated engine. Players report significant bugs and a lack of user-friendliness, making the campaign nearly unplayable, especially in multiplayer, which is no longer available. While some appreciate the unique gameplay and historical context, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization and bug fixes to enhance the experience.
- “They optimized their game very well and are clearly lovers of the history here.”
- “10/10 one of the best games I have ever played, it needs some patching and optimization but in average is the most realistic WW2 game I have ever played.”
- “Good game overall, has the typical performance issues of Arma 2 even on a really good machine.”
- “The game is incredibly rough around the edges, performance is awful (even worse than Arma, which is impressive) and visual fidelity ranges from decent to abysmal.”
- “It is very badly optimized.”
- “Multiplayer is dead, campaign is literally unplayable because it's so buggy, performance is worse than that of Arma 2.”
gameplay
14 mentions
21 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its solid mechanics and appeal to WWII enthusiasts, while others criticize it for being marred by bugs, clunky mechanics, and performance issues that detract from the overall experience. Players appreciate the requirement for coordination in commanding troops, reminiscent of Arma 2, but many express frustration over mission-breaking glitches that force them to use cheats. Overall, while the gameplay has potential, it is hindered by technical problems that need addressing.
- “It's got good graphics and solid mechanics; I think for any WW2 geeks like myself, this is a perfect game for it.”
- “This is a great game; besides having a few bugs, looking past it, the gameplay is great.”
- “If you like hardcore gameplay, stick to this.”
- “The German one is bearable, though training (in both campaigns) is a crime against gameplay in general.”
- “Otherwise playing the campaign, there will be a lot of bugs, clunky mechanics, and glitches during battle scenes.”
- “It has much better gameplay than most WWII games I've played; however, the various bugs and performance issues dull the experience.”
replayability
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability, akin to Arma, with the ability to create custom missions and utilize the editor, providing endless single-player content. While online multiplayer may be challenging to engage with, players seeking extensive single-player experiences will find it highly rewarding.
- “For me, that means infinite replay value.”
- “Straight away, I can see that this game is going to give me months of single-player replay value, just like Arma 2.”
- “Yes, you will probably have trouble finding online players, but if, like me, you just wanted single-player with infinite replay value, then this game definitely hits that mark.”
atmosphere
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in Arma 2 is highly praised, with users noting that the maps and sound design contribute to an immersive experience that feels authentic and cohesive.
- “The atmosphere, maps, and sounds in Arma 2 are almost identical, creating an immersive experience.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is incredibly engaging and draws you into its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a rich atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game often stems from its numerous bugs, particularly in the tutorial level, which players find amusing despite the game's aged graphics and challenging gameplay. Overall, the comedic elements arise from the game's technical flaws rather than intentional humor.