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Outwars

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51%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
story, optimization
80% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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Outwars is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by SingleTrac Entertainment Technologies and was released on May 11, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Outwars is a science fiction third-person shooter developed by SingleTrac and published by Microsoft in 1998. The game also features an 8-player multiplayer mode allowing players to compete with and against one another in the modes: Free for All, Assassin, Smear the cyborg, Team War, Team Mission, and Capture the flag. A rather unusual feature of Outwars is that the legs and the torso can be con…

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it in their childhood, bringing back fond memories.
  • Despite its age, the game features innovative and creative level designs that can be surprisingly engaging.
  • Many players report that the game runs well on modern systems with some adjustments, and it can be enjoyable if you are willing to remap controls.
  • The game suffers from significant technical issues, including cutscenes that only play audio and frequent crashes.
  • Controls are difficult to master, and the game lacks modern quality-of-life improvements, such as higher resolution support.
  • Mouse support in menus is poor, which detracts from the overall user experience.
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is conveyed through a series of missions that vary significantly in quality and difficulty, with some being spectacular while others are frustrating or mediocre. Players note a lack of consistency in mission challenges, leading to an unpredictable experience, and highlight the odd design choice of a delay in mission completion feedback. Overall, the narrative experience is mixed, requiring players to adapt their strategies and expectations.

    • “The missions are hit and miss; some are pretty painful, some mediocre, but plenty are spectacular.”
    • “And there were maybe 5 missions where I would beat the mission and get killed the very next second, but luckily the game usually treated the mission completion as the priority and I was not sent back to the start.”
    • “Rebind your keys, save after every mission, and set your expectations accordingly.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are considered classic and enjoyable, appealing to those who appreciate retro aesthetics, though they may not meet modern standards.

    • “The graphics are stunning, bringing the game world to life with vibrant colors and intricate details.”
    • “The art style is beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”
    • “The environments are richly designed, creating an immersive experience that draws you in.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that attempts to disable fullscreen optimizations have not improved video performance on their systems, indicating potential issues with the game's optimization.

    • “I tried to disable fullscreen optimizations to make the video work, but it does not change anything on my computer.”
    • “The game runs poorly even after adjusting the optimization settings.”
    • “No matter what I do, the optimization options seem ineffective and the performance remains subpar.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find humor in the game's design, particularly in the unexpected delay after completing a mission, which adds a comedic element to the experience. This quirky timing creates a lighthearted moment that players appreciate.

    • “What is really funny is that after you beat the mission, you still have to wait about 10 seconds for the game to trigger the mission completion screen.”
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Outwars is a shooter game with science fiction theme.

Outwars is available on PC and Windows.

Outwars was released on May 11, 2021.

Outwars was developed by SingleTrac Entertainment Technologies.

Outwars has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Outwars is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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