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.

In "Putin VS ISIS," play as Russian President Vladimir Putin in an alternate reality, where you must save Syria by flying and bombing ISIS terrorists. This simple and fun game takes you on a virtual journey to Syria, with the goal of destroying terrorism. Note: ISIS is a terrorist organization prohibited in the territory of the Russian Federation.

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Audience ScoreBased on 143 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

The game features engaging gameplay that is simple and easy to pick up, making it accessible for casual players.
Many players find the graphics and overall presentation to be surprisingly good for a low-budget title, with some even comparing it to AAA games.
The game is often described as humorous and ironic, appealing to those who enjoy meme culture and absurdity in gaming.

The game has been criticized for its deeply offensive and racist themes, with many reviews highlighting its problematic portrayal of certain groups.
Technical issues abound, including lack of resolution options, poor audio controls, and a simplistic interface that limits gameplay depth.
Many players feel the game is repetitive and lacks meaningful content, leading to a shallow experience that fails to engage serious gamers.

graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are a point of contention among players, with some praising the stunning, photo-realistic visuals that rival those of top-tier titles, while others criticize the use of outdated retro pixel art and lack of resolution options. Many reviews highlight the exceptional attention to detail and immersive quality of the graphics, though some players note that high-end hardware is required to fully experience them. Overall, the graphics are described as superb and capable of creating a deeply engaging experience, despite some mixed opinions on style and performance.
- “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.”
- “This game is very educational and well built, the graphics are so realistic that I cannot comprehend what the sequel of this game will look like, I recommend buying this game.”
- “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.”
- “Oh and by the way, you need a Titan X graphics card and an i9 Intel CPU to run this.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is widely praised for its immersive and innovative design, offering a deep and engaging experience that blends military simulation with roleplay elements. Players appreciate the intense challenges and the impact of environmental factors, such as weather, which enhance the overall depth and replayability of the game. Overall, it is considered top-notch within its genre, with many reviewers rating it highly for its engaging mechanics and storytelling.
- “Fantastic gameplay, very immersive.”
- “What it offers in return is some of the best military simulator gameplay the world has ever seen; some of the positions this game puts you in make you feel more immersed than any VR game ever could.”
- “With an astounding depth of gameplay, this game brings a whole new light to the roleplay, action-adventure genre.”
- “It requires immense effort and patience before you can glean any amount of what you’d traditionally think of as gameplay from it.”
- “The gameplay never ends, so there is a lot of replayability in this game.”
- “Top notch would definitely recommend it has a diverse storyline while also having enough gameplay.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music has received mixed reviews; while some players praise the catchy and upbeat soundtrack as enjoyable and memorable, others find it annoying and lacking proper audio controls, making it difficult to turn off. Overall, the soundtrack is considered decent, but the absence of an option to mute it has frustrated some users.
- “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.”
- “Great soundtrack, to be honest.”
- “Secondly, the music... it's a catchy, upbeat tune.”
- “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 an option to turn off the music; it's a terrorist itself.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its realism, emotional depth, and immersive qualities, with many reviewers highlighting its powerful narrative set against a backdrop of an unforgiving apocalypse. Players find the storytelling to be engaging and complex, often leading to intense emotional responses, making it a standout aspect of the overall experience. The combination of a diverse storyline and thrilling gameplay contributes to a captivating and memorable journey.
- “Fantastic story line that really feels realistic.”
- “The story is incredibly powerful and emotional and will have you in tears.”
- “While the game has a long, in-depth, thrilling and complicated story, it will leave you in your chair for hours.”
- “While the game has a long, in-depth, thrilling, and complicated story, it will leave you in your chair for hours.”
- “Top notch! I would definitely recommend it; it has a diverse storyline while also having enough gameplay.”
- “In these reviews, I always talk about the story behind the main characters, or the graphical detail; today I am talking about immersion.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdity, particularly through the use of bombs in a comedic context, appealing to those with a taste for unconventional comedy. However, opinions vary, with some finding the humor hilariously bad while others consider it insultingly bad. Overall, it seems to resonate well with players who enjoy a more irreverent style of humor.
- “It's funny because he is using bombs to stop the terrorists.”
- “I like it and I recommend it for funny people!”
- “There is a difference between hilariously bad and insultingly bad.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its incredibly powerful and emotional storytelling, often leaving players in tears and highlighting its deeply affecting nature.
- “The story is incredibly powerful and emotional and will have you in tears.”
- “Very emotional game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is heavily criticized, with users labeling it a cash grab that lacks quality and integrity, attributing its existence to the developer's negative intentions and controversial views.