Naval Hurricane

About

"Naval Hurricane" is a WW2 naval combat simulation game that lets players command a British or German warship in intense battles. The game features realistic ship models, historical weapons, and dynamic weather systems. Players can engage in single-player missions or face off against human opponents in multiplayer mode.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features an intricate damage model that enhances the realism of naval combat, making damage control feel significant and engaging.
The graphics and ship models are well-designed, providing a visually appealing experience that captures the essence of WW1 naval warfare.
The turn-based gameplay is intuitive and allows for strategic planning, making it accessible for both newcomers and veterans of naval games.

The game currently lacks content, with a limited number of ships and missions available, which may lead to repetitive gameplay.
There are significant bugs and performance issues, including crashes and optimization problems that hinder the overall experience.
The damage control system is complex and not well-explained, making it difficult for players to effectively manage their ships during battles.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its interesting mechanics, such as the ballistic table and the separate use of primary and secondary batteries, providing a solid and addictive experience. While some users note a lack of options and occasional fuzzy mechanics, the overall depth and fun factor keep players engaged. The game offers a good balance of accessibility and complexity, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and those familiar with similar titles.
- “Good game with interesting gameplay mechanics (like the ballistic table and the use of primary and secondary batteries separately) and a very good price.”
- “You get about an hour of solid unfamiliar gameplay that is very good.”
- “Some fuzzy game mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is similar to Atlantic Fleet.”
- “I am still learning some of the elements of the game but so far the initial mechanics and depth of the game are to my liking.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The story aspect of the game is currently limited, featuring only a handful of missions and ship options, but players find the existing content enjoyable and visually appealing. The gameplay mechanics, which involve complex crew management and repairs, add depth to the experience, though an in-depth tutorial would enhance understanding. Players express hope for future updates that would introduce more missions, ship classes, and campaigns to enrich the narrative experience.
- “Currently, there isn't that many ships to choose from and there aren't many missions to do, but what's here is fun, it looks good, and I feel like it could get way better with time.”
- “The plus side is these four missions are asymmetrical, so replaying by swapping sides adds a unique twist to the gameplay.”
- “In the future, I'd like to see more missions, ship classes, campaigns, nations, etc. If you want to back an indie development, this is one of your better and more affordably promising options.”
- “Currently, there are only custom battles and about five missions.”
- “In the future, I'd like to see more missions, ship classes, campaigns, nations, etc.”
- “The plus side is these four missions are asymmetrical, so replaying by swapping sides is possible.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The graphics have received positive feedback for their detailed aesthetic, drawing inspiration from WW1 accounts and photos, and are described as gorgeous with impressive damage models and an engaging aiming system. While not considered excellent, they are appreciated for complementing the addictive gameplay, with many users noting the attention to detail in the ship designs. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the immersive experience of the game.
- “Impressed by the graphics.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous and a lot of attention is paid to the details.”
- “Graphics and sounds are impressive.”
- “If you want to heat your room with your graphics card, run this.”
- “Aesthetic suggestions from WW1 accounts/photos.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express concerns about the game's optimization, noting that even on capable gaming laptops, it struggles to run smoothly despite its relatively simple design. There is a strong desire for improvements in this area to enhance performance.
- “Early days, and my main hope is for some optimization improvements. I have a fairly respectable gaming laptop that can run large-scale RTS games and the Ultimate Admiral series, yet it is quite taxing to run this relatively simple game.”
- “Early days, and my main hope is for some optimization improvements. I have a fairly respectable gaming laptop that can run large-scale RTS games and the Ultimate Admiral series, yet it is rather taxing to run this fairly simple game.”
- “The game has potential, but the optimization is severely lacking. I experience frequent frame drops and stuttering, even on lower settings.”
- “Despite the game's appealing graphics, the optimization issues make it nearly unplayable on my mid-range PC. I expected better performance.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game offers improved mechanics and quality-of-life changes compared to its predecessor, Atlantic Fleet, enhancing its overall replayability. Fans of the original will find familiar gameplay elements, but with enough refinements to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “If you liked Atlantic Fleet, this is the same basic idea but with a lot of refinements and quality of life changes to make it more playable.”
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices that make each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and different character builds, I find myself coming back to explore new strategies every time.”