POLYWAR

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Polywar is a fast-paced, massively multiplayer action game that pits players against each other in online matches. With 12 unique weapons, simple controls, and a variety of unlockable abilities, decorations, viewfinders, and characters , Polywar offers creative gameplay and rewarding skill-based combat, making it suitable for both casual and hardcore gamers.

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Reviews

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 211 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a unique and fun gameplay style with interesting mechanics and a variety of weapons.
It can be enjoyable when played with friends, providing a fast-paced and chaotic experience.
The graphics and map design are visually appealing, and the game runs smoothly on lower-end systems.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches and diminishing the multiplayer experience.
There is no single-player mode or AI bots available, leaving players with no options when friends are unavailable.
Many players report bugs and issues with controls, making the game feel unpolished and frustrating at times.

gameplay
16 mentions
44 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and exciting, featuring fast-paced action and interesting mechanics like alternative fire modes and low gravity. However, it faces criticism for basic controls, a lack of community, and limited content, which some players feel detracts from the experience. Despite these issues, many reviewers appreciate the game's potential for improvement through updates and enjoy the chaotic nature of multiplayer matches.
- “The graphics, the design, and the gameplay are really awesome; I love everything about this game.”
- “The low gravity is an interesting mechanic, and it's fun to fly around the stages.”
- “I love the fast-paced and hectic gameplay, and although there's not a lot of content, it seems that frequent updates can improve that.”
- “Despite the poor controls, terrible graphics, and bad gameplay, the game is multiplayer only and there are no servers.”
- “Also, gameplay is lacking.”
- “The reason the trailer has no gameplay is because there was no one for them to play against.”
graphics
15 mentions
33 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the nice art style and smooth performance on various systems, while others criticize the simplistic and low-quality visuals. Despite some positive remarks about animations and overall design, many users point out issues such as blockiness, lack of graphical options, and poor execution in certain areas. Overall, the graphics seem to be a point of contention, with opinions ranging from great to lacking.
- “The graphics are nice but in some ways lacking in the most basic of ways.”
- “This game has really great graphics, the animations are splendid, and really well put together.”
- “As far as I could see for myself, the gameplay and graphics look pretty cool though!”
- “Pretty basic FPS with simplistic graphics; it's light and fun.”
- “Polywar is an ultra low effort arena shooter with low poly graphics because art is hard.”
- “The graphics are blocky and the gravity is a bit more floaty than I hoped for.”
story
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The game's story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, encouraging players to persevere through challenges. While there is a cooperative mode for completing missions, the narrative lacks depth, with minimal explanation regarding the progression and objectives tied to player interactions.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Eventually, I realized that other reticles are unlocked by completing missions, which are most likely killing other players, but there was very little description on that.”
- “Some kind of story line”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
stability
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some users report it as a "buggy mess" with noticeable glitches, others note that these issues are minor and not game-breaking.
- “It's a completely abandoned, ugly, and buggy mess.”
- “Some glitches might happen, but nothing game-breaking.”
- “It has some glitches, but hey!”
monetization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a cash grab, with users expressing a desire for more advertising to attract a larger player base. While there is recognition of the game's potential, the current approach is seen as insufficient for generating interest and revenue.
- “The developers leave it on Steam as a form of a desperate cash grab.”
- “I see the potential, but Exagon Games, you need to have more ads set up.”
- “This game needs more exposure; please make ads about it so more people can play.”
optimization
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly on high graphics settings across a wide range of computers, making it accessible to many players. However, some users note that the world feels static and lacks interactivity.
- “The game looks good and is well optimized; it's definitely worth a try!”
- “It runs smoothly on high graphics with almost any computer (check the system requirements if you don't believe me).”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as soothing and calming, 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.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently described as funny, suggesting that it effectively engages players with its comedic elements.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay; the quirky characters and absurd situations are a delight.”
- “The comedic timing in the cutscenes is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional response to the game's lack of active users, feeling a sense of loneliness and disappointment each time they encounter the message "0 players online." This highlights the game's potential for evoking feelings of isolation and longing for community.
- “No matter what, whenever I log onto this game, I get the heart-wrenching pop-up telling me '0 players online'.”