Shadow Strike:City of Crime

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"Shadow Strike: City of Crime" is a single-player strategy game where you play as a covert agent, hiding in the shadows and delivering fatal blows to enemies in a disturbed city. Use stealth and strategy to complete missions and fight against crime bosses in an immersive 3D environment. The game's tagline, "Hidden in the darkness, deliver the fatal blow!", highlights the gameplay's focus on stealth and precision. However, the game is disturbed by ads, which may affect the overall gaming experience.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 286 reviews

story5 positive mentions

monetization32 negative mentions

The game has a good storyline and is enjoyable for passing the time.
Some players find the strategy and base-building elements fun.
The game is simple to play and can be a good time killer.

The game is heavily criticized for false advertising, showing gameplay from a different game (Door Kickers 2) that does not represent the actual gameplay.
Many players find the game to be a bland and uninspired rip-off of popular titles like GTA and Hunter Assassin, lacking originality.
There are numerous bugs and optimization issues, leading to frustration with unresponsive controls and poor customer service.

monetization
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The monetization aspect of the game has been heavily criticized for its misleading advertisements, which showcase gameplay from a completely different title, "Door Kickers 2," rather than the actual content of the game. Players express frustration over the game's reliance on in-app purchases and the prevalence of ads, describing it as a low-quality, unoriginal experience that feels like a cash grab. Overall, the consensus is that the game fails to deliver on its advertised promises, leading to a negative perception of its monetization strategy.
- “The advertisements were pretty clearly Door Kickers gameplay, dishonest marketing covering up a fundamentally dull, unoriginal, uninspired game.”
- “Full of ads, this is an ad farming app.”
- “Nothing like the ads, I was expecting a decent strategy game about clearing rooms; it's literally just a ripoff of that one stealth assassin game.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being misleading and unoriginal, with many users noting that it resembles a mix of GTA V and other games like Door Kickers 2, rather than offering a unique experience. Players have reported poor mechanics, lack of depth, and subpar AI voice acting, leading to a perception of the game as a rip-off with deceptive advertising. Overall, the gameplay fails to meet expectations, leaving users disappointed and feeling scammed.
- “I expected a game of commandos attacking the cartel or something, but this looks like the plot for GTA 5 with a spin on state of survival gameplay. All it needs now is 5 or 6 variations of the ad pending gameplay and story, and you've got yourself a classic.”
- “The ads for this app are clips of gameplay from another game - Door Kickers 2: a very good game.”
- “Advertisements were pretty clearly Door Kickers gameplay, dishonest marketing covering up a fundamentally dull, unoriginal, uninspired game.”
- “Ai voice acting is trash, gameplay is fake.”
- “No character or gameplay depth.”
- “Ripoff of GTA 5 characters, gameplay is underwhelming, and the voices are obviously AI automated.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
27%
27%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its engaging narrative and strategic elements, while others criticize it for being derivative of GTA V, lacking originality, and failing to provide a compelling hook. Overall, it is seen as a decent time-killer with a storyline that fits the gameplay, but not without its flaws.
- “The story is great and the game is amazing.”
- “The best game with a story and strategy to build a base; I love it!”
- “Has a story to follow, and side game.”
- “10 minutes in and I'm already bored... no challenge, no hook for a story.”
- “They copied GTA V characters with little change to the names and used more fancy words to make the backstory, but the backstory is pretty much the same as GTA V.”
- “I expected a game of commandos attacking the cartel or something, but this looks like the plot for GTA V with a spin on state of survival gameplay.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that the game lacks essential optimization, which may affect performance and overall user experience.
- “Some basic optimization is missing.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, even on high-end systems.”
- “Loading times are excessively long, indicating poor optimization.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The music in the game features a soundtrack from CSR Racing 2, which adds an energetic and engaging auditory experience for players.
- “The game features an incredible soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
- “I love how the music from CSR Racing 2 adds an exciting vibe to the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere and keeps me engaged.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack is uninspired and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “I found the music to be quite bland and forgettable, which detracts from the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players criticize the game for excessive advertisements, likening it to an ad farming app, which detracts from the overall experience and contributes to a sense of grinding.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The graphics of the game are characterized by impressive AI-generated artwork, showcasing a unique and visually striking aesthetic that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “The graphics are stunning, with beautifully detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
- “The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
- “The character designs are incredibly well-crafted, showcasing a high level of creativity and attention to detail.”
- “The graphics look like they were made by an AI, lacking the depth and detail expected from modern games.”
- “The visuals are underwhelming and feel outdated, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- “The art style is inconsistent and often appears unfinished, detracting from the overall experience.”