Sniper Ghost Warrior 3

The best Sniper Ghost Warrior title to date, the third instalment in CI Games popular sharpshooter series gets enough right to finally elevate the series into the orbit of its peers.

61%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

stability, optimization

67% User Score Based on 5,637 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 33 reviews

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Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 is a first-person tactical shooter game set in a modern-day open world. As a Marine sniper, players must navigate rugged terrain, locate enemies, and use tactical strategies to complete missions. The game features a rich storyline, customizable weapons, and the freedom to play as a sniper, ghost, or warrior.

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+15

67%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,670 reviews

story585 positive mentions

stability534 negative mentions

story
3,373 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
71%
12%
The story of "Sniper Ghost Warrior 3" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it predictable and clichéd, often likening it to a low-budget action film. While some appreciate the emotional elements involving the protagonist's search for his brother, others criticize the dialogue and character development as shallow and unengaging. Overall, the narrative serves primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay, which is more focused on sniping mechanics and mission variety than on delivering a compelling story.
- “The story unfolds through a mix of in-engine cutscenes and radio transmissions, providing necessary context without handholding.”
- “While the narrative itself might not break new ground, it's well-executed, with characters you come to care about, even if some plot twists feel a tad predictable for seasoned gamers.”
- “The story is a good cheesy ham-fisted tale of espionage in Eastern Europe but still remains entertaining and fun as a backdrop to what is basically a very atmospheric open-world sniper sandbox.”
- “The 'personal revenge' theme lacks depth, and the story feels like an afterthought rather than a driving force for the gameplay.”
- “The story is absolutely dreadful, even for a ten-year-old who's seen a few straight-to-DVD action flicks.”
- “The story is predictable and no one sticks around enough so you can connect to them.”
gameplay
1,254 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
55%
10%
The gameplay of "Sniper Ghost Warrior 3" is characterized by its solid sniping mechanics, which many players find engaging and immersive, particularly due to features like bullet drop and wind adjustment. However, the overall experience is marred by numerous bugs, clunky movement mechanics, and a repetitive gameplay loop that often feels tedious. While the open-world design offers some freedom in approach, it lacks depth and can feel empty, leading to mixed reviews regarding its execution and enjoyment.
- “The gameplay is mostly solid, except for later enemies that can take 2 headshots from your sniper rifle unless you use AP or explosive armor, which is really limited.”
- “The core sniping gameplay is fantastic, offering a truly satisfying challenge.”
- “The gameplay is enjoyable, but progress-resetting bugs certainly aren't.”
- “You're will discover new enemy, falling from building, when you successfully get on railing and try to jump on other railing or ladder, you will fall or make a noise, AI notices you and you can only restart, but your suppressors and armor is damaged, you are without ammo or supplies... so you go to safehouse to repair equipment and for supplies and again, you fail, then you repeat, in playtime longer than 30 hours, I have been mostly trolled by movement and climbing, because movement mechanics just don't react.”
- “The gameplay is mostly solid, except later enemies that can take 2 headshots from your sniper rifle unless you use AP or explosive armor which is really limited.”
- “Gameplay is slow and clunky in general, combat and movement actions are sometimes unresponsive on the first try.”
graphics
905 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
41%
10%
The graphics of "Sniper Ghost Warrior 3" have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the environments can be visually appealing and detailed, character models and textures often appear outdated or poorly optimized. Some users appreciate the realistic effects and overall aesthetic, particularly in terms of scenery, but frequent graphical glitches and performance issues detract from the experience. Overall, the game showcases decent graphics for its time, but it struggles with optimization and consistency across different settings.
- “The graphics are incredibly realistic, and considering the price I got it for, it feels like an absolute steal.”
- “The graphics are nice, the environment is large and vibrant, and the mission design makes it loads of fun!”
- “First of all, I was surprised at how good the game looks and also at the detail that CI put into the graphics.”
- “Launched in 2017, its graphics were already stale at release with dirty textures, lackluster lighting, and hilariously stiff character models.”
- “The graphics are 1990s.”
- “This game looks so depressing graphics.”
stability
548 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The stability of "Sniper Ghost Warrior 3" is widely criticized, with numerous reviews highlighting a plethora of bugs and glitches that significantly detract from the gameplay experience. Players report frequent crashes, long loading times, and various game-breaking issues, making it feel unfinished and poorly optimized. While some users find enjoyment in the core mechanics, the overall consensus is that the game is plagued by instability, making it difficult to recommend without significant patches and improvements.
- “Runs great on deck, nice game.”
- “Runs great for me on both PC and Steam Deck.”
- “No glitches or crashes or slowdown on a 1060 with a fairly old CPU.”
- “The game is so buggy and it lags even on the best config PC.”
- “This game is a buggy mess; go near the edge of the map and it crashes!”
- “The programming appears to have been poor and incomplete and despite 4 years since release, there are loads of bugs, glitches and game breaking events.”
optimization
353 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
44%
40%
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including long loading times, frequent stuttering, and frame rate drops, even on high-end hardware. While some users experienced smooth gameplay, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, leading to a frustrating experience for many. Despite its visually appealing graphics, the technical shortcomings significantly detract from the gameplay experience.
- “The game has very optimized performance in my playthrough of max settings and an average of 85fps.”
- “I can see that a lot of people complain about bugs, frame rate, and overall performance, I faced no performance-related issues whatsoever playing this game.”
- “Great graphics and usually runs smoothly on my decent PC.”
- “The biggest issue with this game is undoubtedly its technical performance.”
- “Countless bugs, horrible performance even on the newest hardware.”
- “The optimization is so messed up.”
music
243 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the atmospheric and suspenseful soundtrack that complements the gameplay, particularly the Georgian music featured throughout. However, many criticize the repetitiveness of the tracks, especially during loading screens, which can become grating over time. Overall, while the soundtrack has its moments, it often fails to enhance the experience, leading to a desire for more variety and better integration with the game's themes.
- “The soundtrack is surprisingly good, with a melancholic Eastern European vibe.”
- “The music is good and is well done, adding to the mission.”
- “I liked that the game is pretty authentic and you really feel it takes place in Georgia, one of the oldest countries in the world and one of the prettiest; also, the Georgian music is a really nice touch.”
- “The music isn't the best since it's not fitting in a FPS about sniping.”
- “Loading screens take forever, music is awful and ruins immersion, the game is riddled with bugs even after all this time, and the mechanics are designed to slow you down so that the game feels longer than it is.”
- “The music gets very repetitive over time.”
humor
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
4%
The humor in "Sniper Ghost Warrior 3" is a mixed bag, often stemming from its technical flaws and over-the-top character interactions, leading to moments that are unintentionally funny. Players find amusement in the game's awkward animations, bizarre voice acting, and the absurdity of its serious tone juxtaposed with comedic elements. While some appreciate the humor as a redeeming quality, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, resulting in a game that is "so bad it's funny."
- “The game manages to balance the seriousness of military operations with a comedic undertone that keeps you chuckling even as you're trying to maintain your cover.”
- “Some of the scenarios and acting are so silly that it ends up being genuinely hilarious.”
- “It's everything I could've wanted from the franchise, plus cut scenes that are so overacted that they're hilarious.”
- “It's not funny, it's just sad.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
grinding
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
16%
82%
The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players describing it as tedious, repetitive, and often frustrating. Many find the open world and side objectives to be unnecessarily laborious, leading to boredom and a lack of engagement. While some appreciate the potential for farming and looting, the overall experience is marred by bugs, awkward mechanics, and a lack of compelling content, making the grinding feel more like a chore than an enjoyable part of gameplay.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Even the side objectives are tedious and repetitive.”
- “This results in inevitable boredom after grinding for a while.”
- “The gameplay itself isn't terrible, but the minor annoyances, wasted potential, tedious main quest, and severe bugs end up ruining the experience.”
atmosphere
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
27%
6%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and detailed open world, effectively capturing the tension and solitude of a sniper's experience. Players appreciate the ambient sounds, atmospheric music, and the visual design that enhances the feeling of being in a vast, eerie environment. While some critiques mention a lack of content and occasional immersion-breaking elements, the overall consensus highlights the game's ability to create a captivating and engaging atmosphere that complements its gameplay.
- “The crack of a sniper rifle echoing across the map is bone-chillingly satisfying, and the ambient sounds of the environment create a believable atmosphere.”
- “The lighting and overall atmosphere outside and inside can be really good and immersive, especially when you are in the dark slaughterhouses or cabins, or running through the forest or on top of snow mountain cliffs.”
- “The atmosphere and fog that rolls in makes you feel like a beast is coming for you.”
- “It's that b-movie schlock that breaks the immersion and atmosphere because of how laughable it is.”
- “The atmosphere is meh.”
replayability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
68%
19%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the exploration and varied gameplay mechanics that offer a degree of replay value, many criticize the lack of mission replayability and a compelling story, leading to a general consensus that once completed, the game offers little incentive to return. Technical issues, such as crashes, further diminish the experience for some, making it hard to fully engage with the content. Ultimately, while there are elements that could encourage replay, the absence of key features and a repetitive structure leave many feeling that replayability is quite limited.
- “Exploration is rewarded with hidden lore entries that flesh out the world and its characters, adding depth and replayability.”
- “Varied, beautiful scenery, plenty of objectives, and a lot of ways to accomplish your missions make it one of the most replayable shooters out there.”
- “Aside from this, the game is a vast improvement, much less sequenced, much more spontaneity and replay value as sniper or ghost or warrior means that you get to explore each section differently.”
- “But note: a major issue is the game constantly crashes; it made it hard to finish the game, and for me, it takes away nearly all replay value.”
- “Good gameplay but has almost no replayability once you beat the game.”
- “Any replay value this game has is lost with no ability to replay missions or restart the campaign.”
emotional
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
36%
The emotional aspect of the game has been widely criticized for its clichéd dialogue and lack of impactful storytelling, leaving players feeling disconnected from the characters and their journeys. Many reviewers noted that the attempts at emotional depth, particularly regarding the relationship between the two brothers, fell flat due to poor voice acting and inconsistent narrative tone. Overall, the game's emotional engagement is deemed weak, with a story that feels boring and uninspired.
- “It has a great sniping mechanic and an emotional story following a US Marine as he battles Georgian separatists, trying to find his missing younger brother all the while.”
- “They tried to bring a touching story of two brothers in it, and for some moments you feel with them, if you are generous, but most of the time they stay dull.”
- “The exposition in this game is all over the place, it can't decide between Rambo and American Sniper, just after the first main mission that ended with a heartfelt and difficult cutscene.”
- “Now we get to the utterly boring story; honestly, I can't tell you much about it.”
- “Decent sniping, but the boring story was made worse by some of the worst voice acting I have ever had the misfortune of hearing for 14 hours.”
- “Boring story, empty 'open world', and rinse-and-repeat levels with literally no replay value.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
38%
54%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn mixed reactions, with some players frustrated by the presence of microtransactions in a single-player experience, which they feel detracts from the overall enjoyment. However, others appreciate that the game offers a progression system allowing players to unlock gadgets and skins without additional costs, indicating a lack of aggressive monetization tactics. Despite some technical issues and missing features, players seem hopeful that future updates will address these concerns.
- “There is a progression system to level up, and you can unlock a lot of gadgets and skins for your guns (in-game, no microtransactions).”
- “Seeing microtransactions in a single-player game is frustrating.”
- “This monetization approach severely undercuts the experience.”
- “They're not even microtransactions in the game that are trying to fleece you.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
Character development in the game is criticized for being weak, with reviewers noting a lack of engaging story and poorly executed cutscenes and dialogues. While some mention that character design itself is visually appealing, the overall development and depth of characters are deemed unsatisfactory.
- “Character design was great.”
- “Character development is one of the strongest aspects of the game.”
- “The depth and growth of the characters throughout the story are truly impressive.”
- “Weak character development.”
- “A huge boring empty open world map, lame story, cringe-worthy cutscenes, cheesy dialogues, bots that insta-kill, cheap character designs, a horrible autosave feature with no option for manual saves, and abysmal graphical and performance issues.”
- “Bad character design.”

55%Critics’ scoreBased on 34 critic reviews

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12h Median play time

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