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Pacific Storm is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game with warfare and historical themes. It was developed by Lesta Studio and was released on June 24, 2008. It received positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

On December 7, 1941, a major part of the U.S. Pacific navy stationed at Pearl Harbor was assaulted by Japanese planes. Japanese fighters were destroying American aircraft on land and in the air, without giving them a chance for a counterattack. The furious battle of Pearl Harbor became the first in the sequence of gory sea combats. Now you can take part in all major Pacific battles of World War I…

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60%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
music1 negative mentions

  • The game offers a unique blend of grand strategy and real-time simulation, providing a deeply immersive experience.
  • It has a rich level of detail and variety in units, buildings, and technology, which can be very engaging for players who enjoy complex gameplay.
  • Many players find it nostalgic and reminiscent of classic titles, offering a challenging experience that can be rewarding once mastered.
  • The game suffers from technical issues such as clunky controls, slow performance, and frequent crashes, which detract from the overall experience.
  • The AI is often criticized for being unreliable, leading to frustrating gameplay moments where units fail to follow commands.
  • Its outdated interface and complexity can be overwhelming for new players, making it difficult to enjoy without a steep learning curve.
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are generally considered acceptable for its age, with some players noting that they became immersed in gameplay despite the visuals. However, comparisons to newer titles highlight a significant improvement in graphical quality, particularly in games like "Task Force 1942," which feature stunning visuals that enhance the experience. Overall, while the graphics may be dated, they are still deemed satisfactory for a grand strategy game of this scale.

    • “Then came MicroProse's 'Task Force 1942' and its sequel '1942: Pacific Air War,' which both immersed you in the same campaigns but with beautiful graphics. The Battle of Savo Island at night, with searchlights, tracers, and fiery explosions, was a sight to behold that kept the player hooked.”
    • “It's a dated game, very dated... but it's a risk-sized grand strategy map, where you deal with battles on an RTS scale, with very realistic combat, nice graphics, and the ability to take personal control of the units.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely acceptable for a title of this magnitude.”
    • “You became so involved in re-supplying the marines and engaging Japanese supply columns and fleets that the poor graphics went by unnoticed.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely acceptable for a title of this magnitude, and don't even pretend to be Oleg Maddox.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.

    • “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is significantly hindered by clunky controls, slow performance, poor AI, and frequent crashes, leading to a frustrating experience for players.

    • “However, the game's quality is held back by clunky controls, slow performance issues, bad AI, and constant crashing.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players indicate a strong engagement with the gameplay, suggesting that it is immersive and enjoyable enough to keep them invested even before tracking features were available.

    • “I played this game before Steam started tracking gameplay hours.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
    • “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted the gameplay experience.”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which makes the game frustrating to play.”
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Pacific Storm is a real-time strategy game with warfare and historical themes.

Pacific Storm is available on PC and Windows.

Pacific Storm was released on June 24, 2008.

Pacific Storm was developed by Lesta Studio.

Pacific Storm has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its music.

Pacific Storm is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Victory At Sea Pacific, 1953: NATO vs Warsaw Pact, War on the Sea, Survivor Squad: Gauntlets, Star Sky 2 and others.