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Project Hardline

90%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
optimization, story
90% User Score Based on 824 reviews

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Project Hardline is a first person shooter game where two teams of mercenaries fight to be the last ones left or to capture an uplink station. This uplink station contains vital intel and must not fall into the wrong hands. Every time a team loses a round, they come back better equipped with better weapons, gear and equipment. This game is perfect for a party of casual shooter players, with tight …

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 824 reviews
gameplay14 positive mentions
optimization8 negative mentions

  • The game is free and offers a fun experience, especially when played with friends.
  • It features satisfying gunplay and unique maps that enhance the gameplay.
  • The developer is active and responsive, showing potential for future updates and improvements.
  • The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches without friends.
  • There are issues with optimization and bugs that affect gameplay, such as hit registration and movement mechanics.
  • The absence of dedicated servers and matchmaking limits the overall experience, leaving players often waiting for others to join.
  • gameplay
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity and engaging mechanics, such as realistic gun handling and features like leaning and wallbanging. However, players report issues with bugs, dead multiplayer servers, and a lack of AI training options, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, many find the gameplay fast-paced and enjoyable, indicating potential for improvement as the game develops.

    • “I love this game; it's such a simple and easy-to-grasp FPS game with features like leaning, realistic gun mechanics, and wallbanging through doors (when it works).”
    • “So fun, and the gameplay is really fast-paced.”
    • “It feels like it is still in development, but really the gameplay is fluent with no connection errors, based on my experience.”
    • “Eh, dead multiplayer, weird shooting mechanics, etc.”
    • “Has bugs in the most simple and main mechanics of the game, such as shooting and moving.”
    • “Seems pretty solid mechanically speaking, just can't find others for a match.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users praising the aesthetic and overall quality, rating it around 8.5/10, while others criticize poorly designed elements and performance issues. Despite these inconsistencies, many players find the graphics decent and enjoyable, complementing the satisfying gunplay and overall gameplay experience.

    • “Amazing game, decent graphics, good gunplay, and fun to play with friends (can be a horror game sometimes)”
    • “Really satisfying gunplay and nice graphics, I would love more content though”
    • “It is a free slower moving COD with more balanced guns and a very nice aesthetic.”
    • “Poorly designed graphics and worst performance.”
  • optimization
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players reporting poor performance across various hardware setups, including high-end GPUs like the 4090 and 4060 Ti. Many users experience low frame rates, sluggish movement, and issues with server connectivity, indicating that significant improvements are needed for a smoother gaming experience. Overall, the optimization is considered one of the game's weakest aspects.

    • “Pretty fun game, but it needs more optimization. I can't even get 60 FPS on my 4090; it's always around 30 frames.”
    • “Horribly optimized with high ping server.”
    • “You should be able to join ongoing matches, and the optimization is the worst I've ever seen.”
    • “Optimization is not that good, can't run high 1080p with a 4060 Ti over 144 fps.”
    • “Poor performance with low-end PCs even with low quality.”
  • humor
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both goofy and entertaining, making it suitable for various play sessions. Many users appreciate the game's quirky bugs and comedic elements, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. Additionally, its free availability enhances the fun factor for players.

    • “Very funny indie game.”
    • “Funny game for long and short play sessions.”
    • “It was quite a fun game to play honestly, and me and my friend found the game's little quirks and bugs quite funny; overall, it was a good experience.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users noting the absence of any narrative elements.

    • “No story.”
    • “No story.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is reported to be quite buggy, which detracts from the overall experience; however, players acknowledge the developer's dedication to improving the project, suggesting that when it functions properly, it can be enjoyable.

    • “The game is quite buggy and really isn't much at the moment, but I seriously give props to the developer because he does clearly care about this project.”
    • “Buggy but when it works, it is fun.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features no music, which some players appreciated as it allowed them to focus on the mechanics without distraction. Overall, the absence of music was seen as a positive aspect by certain users.

    • “No music in the game.”
    • “No music in the game.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a "second life" to manage the demands. This sentiment highlights a significant concern regarding the game's pacing and the potential for player burnout.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that the game evokes strong emotions, with multiple users noting that it brought them to tears, highlighting its impactful storytelling and character development.

    • “This game made me cry.”
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