IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition

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IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition is a single player and multiplayer simulation game. It was developed by Ionized Studios and was released on September 14, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

IronWolf was originally designed from the ground up for VR and we're excited to make a standalone NON-VR version of the game that's free for everyone. This free version includes all of the missions from the original IronWolf VR as well as the randomly generated missions, however it does not include the map based OpenWorld gameplay, submarine upgrades or leaderboards. If you want to experience thi…

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 398 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization12 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and immersive experience, especially when played with friends, creating a sense of teamwork and excitement.
It features advanced mechanics and a realistic portrayal of submarine warfare, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
As a free game, it provides a surprisingly high-quality experience, with many players praising its depth and replayability.

The game can be quite difficult for beginners and is less enjoyable when played solo, as it heavily relies on teamwork.
There are issues with bugs and glitches, including problems with controls and the game's interface, which can detract from the overall experience.
The online community is sparse, making it challenging to find players for multiplayer sessions, which limits the game's potential.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many users noting that it feels non-existent or minimal, akin to playing a game like "Temple Run" for its narrative. While the missions are all unlocked and include a procedural option for replayability, players express a desire for more diverse and engaging missions, as the current offerings are seen as uninspiring and limited. Overall, the focus seems to be more on gameplay mechanics than on a compelling story.
- “ Epic story.”
- “Noteable experience: I did get tunnel vision in sinking merchants in mission 3 and have ran into a mine which caused three leaks whilst I was at periscope depth. I was in the weapons room at the time where all the leaks were.”
- “Wound up finishing the mission, took about 14 minutes to get done as I was navigating mines and running subsurface to avoid planes, but will definitely have to give it some more goes later on.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “The missions are not inspiring; the game mechanics cannot compete with anything I know.”
- “Only complaint would be replayability, as there aren't that many missions to play, and once you've completed them, that's it.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The gameplay is generally praised for its advanced mechanics and realistic representation of WWII submarine warfare, offering a fun and engaging experience, especially in multiplayer mode. While some players find the learning curve steep and the single-player missions uninspiring, the game is noted for its interactive elements and effective tutorials. Overall, it successfully combines simplicity with depth, making it accessible yet challenging for players.
- “Fantastic gameplay, captures WW2 sub warfare very well and in a simple package.”
- “This game is surprisingly fun, with realistic gameplay and even supports VR!”
- “A fun game, the mechanics are odd to learn but as soon as you get a grasp on it, it's the best ride ever, especially with one or two friends for a functioning team.”
- “While the interface and how one has to manipulate it is lacking in my opinion, Iron Wolf does a fine job of sub control and mechanics.”
- “The actual gameplay is fine for the most part, but not entertaining as a single-player experience.”
- “The missions are not inspiring; the game mechanics cannot compete with anything I know.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
92%
The monetization aspect of the game is criticized for being misleading, as it primarily serves as an advertisement for another product, "ironwolf," rather than a full game experience. Users express frustration over the lack of substantial content and the deceptive nature of publishing demos as standalone titles, which detracts from genuine game developers. Additionally, there are no in-game purchases, but the overall sentiment is that this advertisement does not warrant the time or money of gamers.
- “There are no in-game purchases, which makes the experience feel fair and enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate that the game doesn't pressure me into spending money; it's refreshing!”
- “The absence of monetization tactics allows me to fully immerse myself in the gameplay.”
- “We must instead review this for what it is... an advertisement.”
- “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and in some ways harmful.”
- “It's impossible for me to recommend this incorrectly published advertising spam to gamers; you deserve better than adverts.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
23%
33%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users praising the quality and realism, while others note that the graphics are not the main focus and may be lacking. Despite the varying opinions, many agree that the gameplay and content compensate for any graphical shortcomings.
- “Fantastic graphics and very addictive.”
- “The graphics quality is good.”
- “True, the graphics aren't great, but the content is awesome.”
- “A tactical solution in a graphical void.”
- “It might not have the best graphics, but that's because of the fact it's VR capable.”
- “Boom boom realistic gameplay (I think) regardless of the slightly bad graphics.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable and entertaining, often laughing at unexpected glitches and chaotic moments, such as dying dramatically during gameplay. The combination of funny scenarios and lighthearted reactions contributes to a fun gaming experience.
- “It's amazing how funny and cool this game is.”
- “I blew up one destroyer and had three more to go, but I died right after. We went down screaming with laughter!”
- “I know it's a glitch, but it's so funny that we found ourselves cursing the phantom wheel and laughing every time it happened.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some users finding the trailer music to be unusual or off-putting. Overall, it seems to evoke a range of reactions, suggesting that while it may not resonate with everyone, it contributes to the game's unique atmosphere.
- “But the trailer music is a bit weird.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
While the game offers a limited number of missions, which can diminish replayability after completion, it does include a procedural mission that provides an opportunity for infinite replayability. Overall, players may find the replay value lacking due to the finite nature of the main content.
- “All of the missions are unlocked for you to play, and it even has a procedural mission for infinite replayability for the last mission.”
- “My only complaint would be the replayability, as there aren't that many missions to play, and once you've completed them, that's it.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with many users describing it as a "buggy mess" that significantly detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game is a buggy mess.”
- “Frequent crashes make it nearly unplayable.”
- “I encountered numerous glitches that ruined my experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game deeply immersive, with intense moments that evoke strong feelings of fear and urgency, particularly in high-stakes scenarios like evading depth charges.
- “Amazing game, it really made me feel like I was about to die from depth charges.”

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IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition is a simulation game.

IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition is available on PC and Windows.

IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition was released on September 14, 2023.

IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition was developed by Ionized Studios.

IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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