Iron Warriors: T-72 Tank Command

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The most devastating mechanized armor to ever roll onto a battlefield is brought to life in Iron Warriors: T72-Tank Command. This epic combat simulator allows the player to command an entire platoon of tanks and ALL associated support units, or assume the role of ANY member in a complete tank crew!The realism of both the physics and 3D engine creates game environments where real life armored tacti…

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63%

Audience ScoreBased on 136 reviews

story7 positive mentions

graphics5 negative mentions

Offers a realistic tank simulation experience, especially for those interested in Soviet tanks.
Includes a variety of missions and allows for co-op multiplayer with multiple players controlling a single tank.
Affordable price point makes it accessible for those looking for a tank simulator.

Controls and interface are clunky and difficult to learn, requiring significant time investment to master.
AI crew members are often unresponsive and ineffective, leading to frustrating gameplay.
The game suffers from numerous bugs and compatibility issues, particularly on newer operating systems.

story
24 mentions
29 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by a narrative-driven campaign featuring 18 missions, but it suffers from a lack of variety and engaging mission design, often leading to frustration due to critical bugs and gameplay mechanics. While the campaign includes character-driven elements and a custom mission editor, players frequently encounter issues with mission clarity and tank damage, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, some players appreciate the story's potential and the immersive tank simulation aspects.
- “The missions in the nicely story-driven and character-based campaign are small-scale, including several where you're essentially on your own and up against weapons which will make short work of whatever tank you have (starting with the T-34-85).”
- “Awesome story, level design, voice acting, and soundtrack.”
- “An 18 mission campaign, some quick missions, and an editor to create more missions of your own.”
- “I had no clue what the hell I was doing; suddenly I hit a landmine and failed the mission.”
- “Still have no clue how to finish the missions.”
- “I'm an experienced World of Tanks player, and knowing most of the mechanics, I find this game to be very frustrating most of the time. For example, a T-34 penetrating my T-55 frontally during a spy mission, enemy's sometimes pinpoint accuracy, and no info about crew knocked out. Your tank appears to be fine after a hit from the enemy, then seconds later the defeat logo appears, and you notice in the stats menu that all of your crew was knocked out.”
graphics
21 mentions
14 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
24 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated and underwhelming, reminiscent of 90s simulators, with many users expressing disappointment in their quality. While some acknowledge that the visuals are acceptable for the game's age and appreciate the atmospheric elements, others criticize the lack of modern graphical options and poor resolution support. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics may not meet contemporary standards, they can be overlooked for players focused on gameplay.
- “While subsequent Graviteam tank sims (Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942 and Steel Armor: Blaze of War) made successive and significant improvements to visuals and gameplay, this is still a rather good little package, especially at the low asking price.”
- “Graphics for their age are not that bad in all honesty, and the game even has limited terrain deformation.”
- “Good graphics, enjoyable gameplay, and good replay value.”
- “I'm usually not the one to critique simulators based on their graphics and GUI, but for God's sake, it feels like a simulator from the 90s!”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and the AI is crazy, but in such a starved genre of game, it will certainly suffice.”
- “This game is horrendous, no widescreen mode, graphics from a thousand years ago, and tries to jump to desktop any time you press a button; it's terrible, don't buy it!”
gameplay
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the title is described as engaging and atmospheric, particularly for its low price, despite its age. However, experienced players may find it frustrating due to issues like unrealistic mechanics and a lack of feedback on crew status after hits, suggesting that those seeking a serious tank simulation might want to explore other options.
- “While subsequent Graviteam tank sims (Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942 and Steel Armor: Blaze of War) made significant improvements to visuals and gameplay, this is still a rather good little package, especially at the low asking price.”
- “The title, although getting on in age, is still very playable. If you are more focused on actual gameplay elements, you can soon dismiss the graphics side as they still hold up well enough, and the atmosphere of the game/sim is strong enough for this.”
- “If you want a serious tank sim with decent gameplay, which is what I had in mind when buying this, look elsewhere.”
- “I'm an experienced WoT player and knowing most of the mechanics, I find this game to be very frustrating most of the time. For example, the T-34 penetrating my T-55 frontally (spy mission), enemies sometimes have pinpoint accuracy, and there's no information about crew members being knocked out. Your tank appears to be fine after a hit from the enemy, then seconds later the defeat logo appears and you notice in the stats menu that all of your crew was knocked out.”
music
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack is praised for its heroic themes and effective use during intense moments, enhancing the overall experience. However, some users feel that the menu music lacks quality in composition. Overall, the music contributes positively to the storytelling and atmosphere.
- “Awesome story, level design, voice acting, and soundtrack.”
- “The menu music is heroic, but poorly composed, in my humble opinion.”
- “When you get ambushed from behind and the music intensifies, you know you are dead.”
replayability
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, citing the ability to play every tank station with detailed sight and ammo modeling, alongside enjoyable gameplay and impressive graphics.
- “Every station of the tanks modeled is playable with sight and ammo modeling.”
- “Good graphics, enjoyable gameplay, and great replay value.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in missions and objectives means that replaying feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky translations and absurdities, such as the "Made in USSR" label on the speedometer, which adds to the comedic experience of navigating the game. Players find that, despite initial control challenges, the overall experience becomes a hilariously entertaining journey reminiscent of Russian culture.
- “Controls are a little hard to learn at first, but so is driving a car; given 5 minutes at base, the entire tank becomes a hilariously Russian experience.”
- “The translation from Russian is funny - why is there 'Made in USSR' written on the speedometer?”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere remains compelling and immersive, allowing players to overlook its aging graphics in favor of engaging gameplay elements. Overall, the strong atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's enduring appeal.
- “The title, although aging, is still very playable. If you focus more on the actual gameplay elements, you can easily overlook the graphics, as they still hold up well enough. The atmosphere of the game is strong enough to keep you engaged.”
- “The immersive atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel significant and enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly rich, filled with details that create a captivating world that you want to explore.”
- “The title, although aging, is still very playable. If you focus more on the actual gameplay elements, you can easily overlook the graphics, as they hold up well enough. However, the atmosphere of the game is strong enough to stand out.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion that I expected from a game of this genre.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the atmosphere fails to engage, making it hard to feel invested in the game world.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users express concerns about the game's stability, highlighting issues such as outdated graphics, a buggy menu system, and poorly balanced AI. They suggest that a remake could address these problems by utilizing a better engine and improving overall performance.
- “Given the fact the game is pretty old, I think that if they make a remake of it, they should give it a better engine and better graphics (it only supports resolutions below 720p). They also need to fix the menu of the game, which is currently separated and buggy, and improve the AI, as the current ones are buggy as hell.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, particularly for widescreen resolutions, which has been highlighted as a significant issue by users. Many feel that in 2014, such a lack of support for modern display formats is unacceptable and could have been easily addressed by the developers.
- “The game seems not bad, but it's not optimized for widescreen resolution, and this is a big problem. In 2014, no game on PC should be sold with this issue; it would take the developers just 5 minutes of work to fix it.”
- “The performance issues are frustrating, and the game frequently stutters even on high-end hardware. It's clear that optimization was not a priority during development.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs and glitches that severely impacted gameplay. The lack of optimization makes it hard to enjoy what could be a great game.”