Recon Control
- November 4, 2021
- Dmitry Kozlov
Get on Steam"Recon Control" is a real-time tactics game that puts you in command of a squad of futuristic soldiers. Utilize advanced weaponry, surveillance drones, and strategic maneuvers to complete your missions and dominate the battlefield. With randomized environments and objectives, every playthrough offers a new challenge.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fresh take on tactical turn-based gameplay with a unique 2D side-view approach, providing a satisfying and challenging experience.
- Customization options for characters and a variety of tactical strategies enhance replayability and engagement, making each mission feel unique.
- The game is accessible and easy to pick up, yet it has a learning curve that allows players to improve their tactics over time.
- The lack of a tutorial or clear instructions can make the game frustrating for new players, leading to confusion about mechanics and controls.
- Some players feel the game lacks the depth and soul of its predecessor, Renegades, and is hindered by heavy RNG elements.
- Campaigns are considered too short, and the game may feel repetitive after completing them, with a desire for more content and longer missions.
- story10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story revolves around a team of four soldiers undertaking a series of 25 missions across three campaigns, where players must develop new strategies to overcome challenges and ambushes. While individual missions are brief, the roguelike elements encourage repeated attempts to refine tactics and improve outcomes. Overall, the developers have crafted a compelling narrative experience that emphasizes strategic gameplay and character progression.
“The main thing that attracts me is the missions; I always have to come up with new strategies to win this game.”
“Maps, missions (25 missions, 3 campaigns), tasks; the developers did a really good job.”
“Watched as the bad guys set up ambushes for my guys, who are all initially untrained mooks (so much for that highly trained mission force idea).”
“Shortly, in this game you have a team of 4 soldiers - pass missions - to get to the finish = last mission.”
“Earning money through missions and buying equipment without the risk of losing it upon death or injury made the gameplay experience clearer and more enjoyable.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by simple yet effective mechanics and easy-to-understand rules, offering a challenging experience that encourages repeated attempts to refine tactics. Players engage in tactical turn-based combat across diverse side-scrolling maps, utilizing standard classes and earning resources to enhance their equipment without the penalty of losing progress. Overall, the combination of quick missions and strategic depth creates an engaging and enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Nice little game, with simple, yet well-thought-out mechanics, relatively easy rules, yet quite challenging.”
“Great tactical gameplay.”
“An awesome combination of turn-based tactical gameplay and side-scroller maps!”
“Single gameplay (mission) may be as 'long' as 3-5 minutes, but in a way similar to roguelikes, the same mission may be repeated 20 times before finishing it, constantly improving tactics and reducing small mistakes (just to make some new ones).”
“Familiar gameplay of tactical turn-based combat with standard classes (sniper, heavy, shotgun, rifle), but everything is done just right.”
“The gameplay is a battle on various maps.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their quality and nostalgic appeal, with many users appreciating the vibrant visuals, variety of enemies, and pixel art style that evoke fond memories of classic games. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
“I love the graphics and the sound as well.”
“The visuals, variety, enemies, abilities, and items - all are very good.”
“The main feature, which is the whole essence of the game, is the 2D graphics - it reminds me of my childhood and brings back flashbacks.”
“The main feature, which is the whole essence of the game, is the 2D graphics - it reminds me of my childhood and those games, bringing back flashbacks.”
“I also quite like the pixel art style of Renegades.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express uncertainty regarding the game's replayability, indicating that it may not offer clear incentives or varied experiences for multiple playthroughs.
“I'm not sure how replayable the game is.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in "Renegades" is characterized by a captivating sense of mystery, leaving players intrigued about the events that have unfolded in the city.
“I quite like the mysterious atmosphere pervading in Renegades -- what happened in this city?”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
“Despite the potential for a rich setting, the atmosphere falls flat and lacks any real tension or intrigue.”
“The world feels empty and devoid of character, which severely detracts from the overall experience.”
