NAVYFIELD

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NAVYFIELD is a multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by SDEnterNET and was released on September 1, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Fight in World War II Era 32 vs 32 Naval Battle in Real Time! The seas of Navy Field beckon for you to take command of your WWII era vessel and join the field of battle. Be prepared to experience intense naval battles against large teams of real opponents from across the globe. As a massively multiplayer online tactics simulation game, Navy Field provides an ever changing gaming landscape for yo…

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Audience ScoreBased on 241 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

grinding16 negative mentions

NavyField offers a unique and deep naval warfare experience with extensive ship customization and a high skill ceiling, making it rewarding for dedicated players.
The game has a nostalgic value for long-time players, with many expressing fond memories and enjoyment from their past experiences.
The community can be supportive, with players often willing to help newcomers navigate the game's complexities.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including frequent crashes and a poor new player experience, making it difficult for beginners to enjoy.
There are significant pay-to-win elements, with premium items and sailors providing advantages that can frustrate free-to-play users.
Account management and support have been criticized, with many players reporting lost accounts and inadequate responses from the support team.

graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
82%
9%
The graphics of the game are widely regarded as outdated, with many users noting their early 2000s and even 1980s aesthetic, which can detract from the experience for some players. Despite the visual shortcomings, many reviewers appreciate the game's unique mechanics and engaging gameplay, suggesting that the graphics do not significantly hinder enjoyment. Overall, while the visuals may be considered "horrendous" or "meh," they are often overshadowed by the fun and nostalgia associated with the gameplay.
- “I loved this game back in the day, and the game mechanics and graphics aged very well.”
- “I love this game; if you are into grinding, the art style and ship details are pretty good, in my opinion!”
- “While the graphics are old, the gameplay is unique.”
- “Because of its age, it has early 2000s graphics.”
- “The problem of this game is that there are few players and the graphics are too ancient.”
- “Since the game launched in 2006, the graphics are bad and it doesn't support real 16:9.”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
53%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by its unique mechanics and fast-paced action, offering a blend of challenge and depth that can be both rewarding and punishing for new players. While the game has aged and experienced a decline in quality due to a shrinking player base and mismanagement, many still find it addictive and enjoyable once they master its complexities. Customization options and a mix of realistic and arcade elements enhance the experience, making it stand out among naval simulation games despite its outdated graphics.
- “Fantastic gameplay, fairly deep mechanics, and lots of options to play your own way.”
- “The gameplay is challenging at the beginning, but it's not like many games out there.”
- “The customization is superior to any other naval game, and the gameplay can be either simple or challenging (take CV gameplay for example).”
- “Game mechanics were not fixed for years and don't look like it will be done any time soon.”
- “Quality of gameplay has diminished over the years due to the older, more experienced players leaving the game.”
- “Navyfield at one point was a successful and fun game to play; such success has been rabidly eroded through mismanagement, outright malice of moderators and GMs, along with the degradation of gameplay due to compounding technical issues and a declining playerbase.”
grinding
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The grinding aspect of the game is a significant point of contention among players, with many describing it as exceptionally grindy and tedious, particularly when leveling up and acquiring new ships. While some players appreciate the nostalgic grind and find it rewarding, others express frustration over the time investment required and technical issues that can hinder progress. Overall, the game is characterized as fun for those who enjoy grinding, but it may not appeal to everyone due to its demanding nature.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The game is also extremely grindy; level 120 is the highest level you can reach (from when I played, not exactly sure if they changed it now or not). You have to grind for credits and research points to get new ships, but you also have to level up your crew as well.”
- “Grinding is a pain, and you won't start to feel useful until you reach a tier 3 submarine, tier 4 battleship, or tier 5 aircraft carrier.”
- “It has tons of flaws, like crashing (lots of crashing), complicated controls, and lots of grinding.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent crashes, glitches, and freezes, particularly on Windows 10. Players have reported ongoing problems with account recovery and access to in-game items, alongside concerns about unjust bans related to event glitches. Overall, the game's stability has deteriorated over time, leading to a frustrating experience for many users.
- “I recently checked my old messages and it's been more than a year for them to have ignored my requests. When attempting again, I get the same results and a buggy website that throws incorrect error messages when trying to proceed with account recovery.”
- “The game is riddled with bugs and glitches that have accumulated over the past 10 years, along with frequent inabilities to access in-game items such as sailors and premium items, and in some cases, the disappearance altogether.”
- “Sometimes you join a room and everything freezes, forcing you to close the game.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game has been praised for its high quality, comparable to that of WWII-themed movies and other AAA titles. Reviewers noted the distinctiveness of the opening track and highlighted the overall effectiveness of the sound design, including both music and sound effects.
- “Though be sure to check out the soundtrack because honestly its quality is on par with WWII-themed movies and any other AAA games.”
- “Great sounds and music.”
- “Good music and sound effects.”
- “Though be sure to check out the soundtrack because honestly its quality is on par with WWII-themed movies and any other triple-A games.”
- “The opening game music was different.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story aspect of the game is minimal, with a focus on pure PvP action and single-player missions that are best suited for more powerful ships. Overall, players suggest that the narrative is not a strong point and may not be a significant draw for the game.
- “So, yeah, long story short... just don't, please.”
- “Pure PvP action as well as missions.”
- “Single player missions (though only recommended for more powerful ships like CAS).”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game's optimization is notably poor, with users reporting slow loading times and frequent crashes, which detracts from the overall experience. While there are opportunities to enhance ship performance through upgrades and skilled crew, the underlying technical issues remain a significant concern.
- “You will get the chance to improve your ship's equipment like guns, shells, engines, radar, and armor. You will also have the opportunity to hire skilled seamen and train them to enhance your overall ship's performance in battle.”
- “Not optimized, slow loading.”
- “Bad optimization; it can crash quite a bit and I haven't found a fix, so you may have to deal with it if this happens.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent crashes and frustrating performance issues.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by moments of absurdity, such as exaggerated inaccuracies in shooting reminiscent of stormtrooper-level precision, and playful references, like a sound effect lifted from Starcraft that adds a comedic touch to prohibited actions.
- “However, auto is also less accurate; sometimes you will have hilariously bad shell dispersion, like stormtrooper-level bad accuracy.”
- “One funny thing is that a sound effect warning indicating that an action is prohibited, such as pressing the ESC button when enemies are in the vicinity, was taken straight from StarCraft.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features heavy monetization through microtransactions, which many users find excessive and detrimental to gameplay, leading to a pay-to-win experience that significantly impacts enjoyment.
- “This game isn't free; it is riddled with microtransactions that make it nearly unplayable otherwise.”
- “Navyfield 1 is one of the oldest of its kind and is most reputable for its extreme microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics.”