Putin VS ISIS

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Putin VS ISIS is a single player action game. It was developed by Nikita "Ghost_RUS" and was released on April 2, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

You play for Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, and you need to save Syria from terrorists, for this you must fly and drop bombs on the terrorists.

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Audience ScoreBased on 228 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

The game features a unique and bold concept blending political satire, absurdist humor, and military simulation, making it stand out in the gaming market.
Gameplay is simple and accessible with straightforward aerial combat mechanics, offering a quick, entertaining experience.
The game delivers memorable and engaging moments with its exaggerated characters, retro-inspired visuals, catchy soundtrack, and humor that appeals to fans of dark comedy and political parody.

The game contains highly polarizing content, including elements of racism and offensive stereotypes, which some players find disturbing or inappropriate.
Technical aspects are lacking, with no options for audio or graphics settings, simplistic controls, and poor overall polish reflecting amateur development.
Gameplay can be very repetitive and shallow, with limited depth and a lack of challenge or meaningful progression, leading to low lasting engagement for many players.

gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay varies significantly across games, ranging from deliberately simple and humorous aerial combat with low-budget visuals to highly immersive, complex, and thrilling mechanics that incorporate environmental effects and resource management. Many praises highlight smooth, responsive controls and deep, engaging storylines that elevate the gameplay experience to emotionally and intellectually stimulating levels. Overall, gameplay quality spans from quick, chaotic fun to masterful, innovative, and replayable experiences that appeal to diverse player preferences.
- “The mechanics are as smooth as they are exhilarating.”
- “These mechanics add depth to the gameplay experience and challenge players to manage resources effectively.”
- “The gameplay is deliberately simple, focusing on straightforward aerial combat and bomb-dropping mechanics, emphasizing humor and spectacle over complexity or realism.”
- “The game is short, focused, and intentionally unpolished, catering to players looking for a quick, irreverent experience rather than an extended or deep gameplay session.”
- “It requires immense effort and patience before you can glean any amount of what you’d traditionally think of as gameplay from it.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
52%
9%
The graphics reviews are highly polarized, with some praising the game’s low-budget, retro pixel art style that complements its comedic tone, while others highlight exceptionally realistic, immersive, and detailed visuals rivaling top-tier AAA titles. The game includes graphic violence that may be unsettling for some players. Overall, players either appreciate the intentional retro aesthetic or celebrate the breathtaking, photo-realistic graphics demanding high-end hardware.
- “The graphics are simply superb and the attention to detail is unparalleled.”
- “I felt completely immersed in the life-like graphics, that put even Battlefield V to shame.”
- “The beautiful graphics of this game brought my computer to its knees, but it was worth it.”
- “The graphics are so retro, they make Windows 95 look like a Pixar film.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
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The story receives mixed feedback, with some praising its depth, immersive and emotional narrative, and compelling characters, while others criticize its lack of coherence and compare it unfavorably to a chaotic, confusing tale. Overall, it is described as engaging and intense but polarizing in execution.
- “The game presents players with a combination of strategic combat, real-time decision-making, and immersive storytelling.”
- “The story is incredibly powerful and emotional and will have you in tears.”
- “The story, the gameplay, the characters, it may be the most masterful I have ever seen in a game.”
- “The plot is as coherent as a toddler's bedtime story told in a wind tunnel.”
- “Every mission begins with Putin winking at the camera and saying, 'Time to make Syria great again.'”
- “You are Putin on a mission to kill ISIS troops!”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
47%
16%
The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy, emotional, and enhancing the overall experience, often described as a standout feature. However, several users criticize the lack of proper audio controls, making it difficult to adjust or mute the soundtrack, which some find overwhelming.
- “The soundtrack adds to the gravity of the experience, swelling at just the right moments to elevate the emotional impact of each scene.”
- “Unironically good Christmas gift with an unironically good soundtrack.”
- “Picked up in sale for 39p and played for 25 minutes, so definitely got my money's worth and the soundtrack is decent to boot, humming the tune in my head as I write this review.”
- “Bewilderingly, the game doesn't include proper audio controls, so you can't turn off the annoying background music; you'll need to alt+tab out and stop the music using the Windows sound mixer.”
- “The music is abysmal chiptune.”
- “But please add option to turn off the music, it's a terrorist itself.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Putin vs ISIS" is a bold blend of political satire, absurdist comedy, and internet meme culture, delivered through deliberately simplistic gameplay and low-budget visuals. Its provocative and chaotic style appeals to players who enjoy dark comedy and audacious parody, earning praise for its sheer audacity and comedic intent.
- “Putin vs ISIS is an indie title that thrives on exaggeration and absurdist humor, positioning itself as a politically charged parody rather than a traditional action game.”
- “The humor in Putin vs ISIS is bold, often leaning into political satire, internet meme culture, and dark comedy.”
- “Its low-budget visuals, straightforward gameplay, and over-the-top scenarios create a chaotic, humorous, and provocative experience that will appeal to players with an appreciation for dark comedy and bold political parody.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game delivers a deeply emotional experience, with a powerful story and soundtrack that enhance feelings of happiness, warmth, and even tears. Players frequently describe it as touching and moving, often evoking strong sentimental responses.
- “The soundtrack adds to the gravity of the experience, swelling at just the right moments to elevate the emotional impact of each scene.”
- “The story is incredibly powerful and emotional and will have you in tears.”
- “This game, like few others, made me feel true happiness and warmth.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is characterized by a chaotic and over-the-top vibe, effectively supported by a basic yet functional audio design.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is widely criticized as exploitative and poorly executed, viewed primarily as a cash grab by the developer. Additionally, there are serious concerns about the developer's use of the platform to promote hateful and offensive messages.