ShootMania Storm

An effortlessly innovative FPS effort from the makers of Trackmania, Shootmania offers unique modes and mechanics alongside robust creation tools

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ShootMania Storm is a multiplayer-focused shooter game that offers quick-fire matches and epic battles. The game, which is part of the ManiaPlanet network, lets players join arenas of their choice, with various maps, modes, and rankings. It boasts perfect game mechanics and an unlimited gaming world that is customizable by the community, including user-generated maps and modes.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online

Reviews

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 482 reviews

gameplay23 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

Fast-paced gameplay with a focus on skill and movement, reminiscent of classic arena shooters like Quake and Unreal Tournament.
Robust community features including a level editor and a variety of unique game modes, making it easy to create and share content.
Friendly community and enjoyable experience when played with friends, especially in modes like Obstacle and Elite.

Severely low player base, particularly outside of Europe, making it difficult to find matches and enjoy the game fully.
Poor user interface and documentation, leading to confusion in navigating the game and setting up servers.
Technical issues such as lag and connectivity problems, especially for players in North America, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
67 mentions
34 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is praised for its unique mechanics, fast-paced action, and fluid controls, making it an engaging experience for players. However, many users express concern over the dwindling player base, which limits the multiplayer experience, and some criticize the developers for a lack of direction and support. Overall, while the gameplay is considered innovative and enjoyable, its potential is hindered by the need for a larger community.
- “The gameplay is quite different from any other shooter due to some unconventional game modes.”
- “Great game, very in-depth and satisfying movement and shooting mechanics, perhaps the best in an FPS game I've played so far.”
- “Fantastic arena-type shooter that has really addictive and simple mechanics of movement and shooting.”
- “Overall it's a great game with limitless possibilities via the map editor and its skill-based gameplay, but sadly there's just nobody to play it against.”
- “I love the mechanics and I love the style, but Nadeo's lack of direction and effort when it comes to the UI have killed this game.”
- “The gameplay is at its core pretty simple; it is your basic FPS, with only zero splash rocket launchers.”
graphics
12 mentions
33 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many players noting that they are decent and visually appealing, complemented by a unique art style. The optimization allows for smooth performance even on low-end systems, and the overall presentation, including sound and effects, is polished and engaging.
- “The graphics are better than I expected, and the gameplay is flawless.”
- “Besides beautiful graphics for an online game on low-performance computers and rarely bad connection to the server.”
- “The game also features beautifully polished graphics, sounds, and effects.”
replayability
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game boasts exceptional replayability, primarily attributed to its fantastic built-in level editor, allowing players to create and share custom levels. Users highlight the fast-paced, high-stakes arcade action, which, combined with the level editor, ensures endless fun and variety. Overall, it offers a wealth of potential for repeated playthroughs.
- “A fast-paced, high-stakes, arcade-style shooter with unlimited replayability due to the fantastic level editor.”
- “There's plenty of potential for a good time, and it is a very fun game with replayability out the yin-yang thanks to the built-in level editor we all expect from any Maniaplanet game.”
- “This is a great game; it has fast-paced action and a lot of replayability.”
monetization
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been negatively impacted by poor advertising and a lack of visibility in a market dominated by military shooters, which has contributed to low player engagement. Despite its high-quality visuals and potential to compete with popular e-sport titles, the game's marketing strategy has hindered its success and player retention.
- “The monetization in this game feels exploitative, with prices that are far too high for the content offered.”
- “I was really excited about this game, but the aggressive monetization tactics have soured my experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game with such potential ruined by a focus on monetization rather than player experience.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a sense of urgency and chaos, as players focus on aggressive gameplay rather than strategic objectives, all while contending with an encroaching storm that adds pressure and heightens the stakes. This creates a thrilling yet frantic atmosphere that can evoke strong feelings of tension and excitement.
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game is generally well-received, but players have reported issues with stability, particularly related to buggy ping following a recent update.
- “The ping is buggy with the new update that came 2 months ago, which affects the overall experience.”
- “The game has a few downsides, including stability issues that can be frustrating during gameplay.”
- “There are noticeable stability problems that detract from what could be an amazing game.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking a clear direction, leading to players often focusing on individual objectives rather than collaborating effectively with teammates. This disorganization results in a disconnect from the overarching mission, as players become preoccupied with combat rather than narrative progression.
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its impressive graphics that run well even on low-performance computers, although some users report occasional server connection issues.
- “The game has beautiful graphics, but it struggles to run smoothly on low-performance computers, and the server connection is often unreliable.”
- “While the graphics are stunning, the optimization for low-performance computers is lacking, leading to frequent issues with gameplay.”
- “The game looks great, but the optimization is poor, making it difficult to enjoy on less powerful machines and resulting in inconsistent server connections.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for being a boring, looping soundtrack that fails to enhance the experience, contributing to a sense of stagnation and lack of progress, especially when paired with overly simplistic mechanics.
- “The boring looping soundtrack makes the experience feel monotonous.”
- “The music is overly simplistic and lacks depth.”
- “There is no sense of progress or achievement when winning, largely due to the uninspired music.”