POLYWAR

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POLYWAR is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by exagongames and was released on December 30, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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graphics5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

POLYWAR features a minimalist, low-poly art style that enhances gameplay clarity and provides a visually distinct experience.
The game offers a complex and engaging combat system that rewards tactical decision-making and unit positioning, appealing to both newcomers and veterans of the strategy genre.
Despite its indie status, POLYWAR has potential for fun gameplay, especially when played with friends, and includes a variety of unique weapons and customization options.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches, and it currently has no single-player or bot modes to fill the void.
Many players report bugs and issues with controls, including problems with character movement and unbalanced weapons, leading to a frustrating experience.
The absence of a robust tutorial or guidance for new players contributes to a steep learning curve, making it challenging for those unfamiliar with real-time tactics.

graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Polywar are characterized by a minimalist, low-poly art style that enhances gameplay clarity and complements its strategic focus, appealing to players who appreciate stylized aesthetics. While some users praise the visuals as stylish and well-executed, others criticize them for being too simplistic and lacking detail, which may not satisfy those who prefer more realistic graphics. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the design while others find it lacking in depth.
- “Polywar is an indie real-time tactics game developed by fellowtuts that impressively combines minimalist polygonal graphics with a complex, thoughtful combat system.”
- “Visually, Polywar embraces a minimalist, low-poly art style that complements its strategic focus.”
- “This game has really great graphics, the animations are splendid, and really well put together.”
- “The minimalist visuals, while stylish, might not appeal to those who prefer more detailed or realistic graphics.”
- “Pretty basic FPS with simplistic graphics; it's light and fun.”
- “The graphics are blocky and the gravity is a bit more floaty than I hoped for.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by an intuitive and layered combat system that rewards strategic thinking and quick reflexes, making it appealing for players who enjoy tactical challenges. While some reviews highlight issues like poor controls and a lack of community, others praise the fast-paced and engaging mechanics, suggesting that frequent updates could enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a mix of compelling design and fun gameplay, though it may benefit from additional content and improvements.
- “One of the game’s standout mechanics is its intuitive yet layered combat system, which rewards foresight, quick reflexes, and adaptability.”
- “The game’s single-player campaign offers a well-crafted series of missions that gradually introduce players to its mechanics while ramping up in challenge.”
- “The developers’ attention to balancing unit roles and encouraging diverse tactics results in gameplay that remains fresh and challenging across multiple playthroughs.”
- “The gameplay is quite basic, yet it presents some alternative fire modes for the guns, which are very fun to use.”
- “Despite the poor controls, terrible graphics, and bad gameplay, the game is multiplayer only and there are no servers.”
- “Also, gameplay is lacking.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's single-player campaign features a well-structured series of missions that effectively introduce mechanics and increase in difficulty, though pacing can be inconsistent, with some missions feeling slow while others require quick reflexes. Players appreciate the underlying message of perseverance, but some express frustration over the lack of clarity regarding mission objectives and the co-op mode. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop for gameplay, with mixed feedback on its execution and depth.
- “The game’s single-player campaign offers a well-crafted series of missions that gradually introduce players to its mechanics while ramping up in challenge.”
- “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.”
- “Occasionally, the game’s pacing can feel uneven—certain missions may drag with slower tactical buildup, while others demand rapid reflexes that may frustrate more methodical players.”
- “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”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is largely criticized, with many users reporting it as buggy and abandoned, featuring broken offline modes and impractical weapon unlocks. While some acknowledge minor glitches, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from significant stability issues that detract from the experience.
- “Abandoned, buggy game with no players, broken offline modes, and impractical weapon unlocks.”
- “It's a completely abandoned, ugly, and buggy mess.”
- “It has some glitches, but hey!”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is significantly enhanced by the sound design and music, which feature dynamic audio cues that signal critical events and elevate tension during intense firefights.
- “The sound design and music further enhance the atmosphere, with dynamic audio cues signaling critical events and heightening the tension during intense firefights.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and a haunting soundtrack that lingers long after you stop playing.”
- “Every corner of the environment feels alive, with ambient sounds and detailed visuals that create a rich, atmospheric experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's multiplayer options enhance its replayability and encourage a competitive community, though the indie status may lead to fluctuations in matchmaking quality and player base size.
- “The multiplayer options add significant replayability and foster a competitive community, although matchmaking and player base size may vary due to the game’s indie status.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique thanks to the diverse character builds and random events, making me want to dive back in for more.”
- “The variety of game modes and challenges keeps the experience fresh, encouraging me to replay and explore different strategies.”
- “These multiplayer options add significant replayability and foster a competitive community, although matchmaking and player base size may vary due to the game’s indie status.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 lacking.
- “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.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and engaging throughout their experience.
- “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, making even the most challenging moments enjoyable with its lighthearted approach.”
- “The quirky characters and their funny interactions add a delightful charm to the game, making it a joy to play.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound design significantly enhance the game's atmosphere, providing dynamic audio cues that elevate tension during intense moments. Players find the soundtrack soothing and immersive, contributing to a relaxing experience amidst the action.
- “Sound design and music further enhance the atmosphere, with dynamic audio cues signaling critical events and heightening the tension during intense firefights.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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).”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 to evoke 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.'”