Muffled Warfare
- April 27, 2018
- Gattai Games
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Get on itch.io StoreMuffled Warfare is a multiplayer first-person echolocation shooter where everyone is blind and uses sounds to SEE, SHOOT and SILENCE their competition. You've heard of that blind superhero that dresses up like a devil in red right? Yea, think that, but with guns, Notes We use Steam Matchmaking for multiplayer so you will get a Steam Key with the purchase.Please come hangout on our Discord to f…
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique and innovative echolocation mechanic that adds a fresh twist to the FPS genre.
- Gameplay is fun and engaging, especially when played with friends, and the sound design is well-executed.
- The developers are responsive to community feedback and show potential for future updates and improvements.
- The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches and often resulting in games filled with bots.
- Content is limited, with few maps and weapons available, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- The game is currently in Early Access and feels unfinished, with many players expressing disappointment over its lack of updates and polish.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative use of echolocation, offering a unique twist on the arena shooter genre with smooth mechanics and a variety of weapons that enhance play styles. While the concept and execution are well-received, some players express concerns about the lack of content and player base, which may hinder long-term engagement. Overall, the game is recognized for its creativity and enjoyable fast-paced action, making it a recommended choice for FPS enthusiasts.
“The idea for this game is just amazing and the gameplay is really well made.”
“There is gun variety that changes your play style, neat little gadgets like the decoy gun to lure out your enemies, close quarters and wide open space combat, and a unique style of gameplay you won't find anywhere else.”
“It's a throwback to what a classic FPS would feel like, and with the added twist of visual impairment during gameplay, it adds an extra level of fun to the experience.”
“Echolocation is a very rare concept and requires good audio, effective maps, and solid shooting mechanics.”
“In the end, the game is a creative take on the arena shooter genre thanks to its echolocation mechanic but is rather short on content that'll keep people coming back.”
“Gameplay is very basic and simplistic but it fits the game very well.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a unique black and white art style that stands out from typical FPS designs, offering an appealing and fresh aesthetic. While some users note the visuals are simplistic and blocky, they are also described as stylish, complementing the game's slick movement mechanics. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay experience.
“The game does have a very unique art style in black & white which looks really appealing and breaks the boring overused art style from other FPS games.”
“Recommended because of the amazing art style and gameplay.”
“Its visuals are simplistic but stylish, and the overall movement mechanics are very slick.”
“The game's graphics are simple and blocky.”
“It's visuals are simplistic but stylish and the overall movement mechanics are very slick.”
“Maybe it should have come as a multiplayer mode in stifled the other game made by this studio that has similar graphics.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users express disappointment that the game lacks a story mode, contrary to expectations set by the promotional trailer, leading to a perception that the narrative element is entirely absent.
“Your trailer made it look like it was going to have a story mode in it, but what do I find instead?”
“Just kidding, the game has no story.”
- music3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently express that the lack of music in "Muffled Warfare" detracts from the overall experience, making the gameplay feel dull and unengaging. Many feel that incorporating background music could enhance the atmosphere and enjoyment of the game.
“Muffled Warfare could really benefit from some music; I understand you may be going for a specific style of play, but it feels a bit boring without any background music.”
“There is also no music in the game.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users find the game's optimization to be effective, noting that its simplicity contributes to smooth performance and minimizes any potential issues.
“This is not that much of an issue though due to how simple and optimized the game is.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its humor, setting it apart from typical first-person shooters and contributing to an enjoyable and entertaining experience.
“It's a funny game, and different from other FPS games.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features appealing cosmetics that can be unlocked through gameplay, with no microtransactions involved, which is positively received by users.
“The cosmetics are also pretty nice; there are no microtransactions for them, and you have to play the game to unlock them.”
