SquadBlast
- January 11, 2024
- ULTRAHORSE
Get on Steam"SquadBlast is a class-based, run-and-gun shooter set in a dystopian 2042 world. Each hero has unique abilities, demanding strategic mastery for victory. Experience intense FPS gameplay, diverse maps, and a variety of weapons, from assault rifles to experimental super weapons. Join the battle against oppressive forces and let your skills reign supreme."
PC
Web Browser
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a dynamic and colorful art style, with enjoyable gameplay that is easy to learn and quick to play.
- It has a competitive edge and offers a variety of weapons and tactical options, making it fun to play with friends.
- The developers are responsive to community feedback and host tournaments with prizes, fostering a supportive community.
- The player base is very small, often resulting in matches filled with bots, which diminishes the overall experience.
- There are significant matchmaking issues, including being placed in games that have already started or with poorly performing teammates.
- The game suffers from balance issues, with some characters being overpowered while others are underwhelming, leading to a frustrating experience.
- monetization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received criticism for being overly aggressive, with frequent ads even for the game itself, which detracts from the overall experience. Players express a desire for better rewards for participation in losing games and improved advertising efforts to boost player engagement. Overall, the lack of effective marketing and prioritization of monetization over gameplay quality has led to concerns about the game's longevity and appeal.
“Fun game but with some pretty hard drawbacks; balancing issues (turrets) as well as having monetization everywhere, with the game giving you an ad for the game you are already playing every time you open it.”
“Hope to see this change, but for now it's a dead-on-arrival game with little to no advertisement from the devs. I haven't seen a single sponsored YouTube video about it or anything, so you can expect this could-be-good game to stay dead before it ever gets a chance to shine, because the devs seem to be prioritizing other things than actually being able to get into a lobby with real players.”
“Fun game but with some pretty hard drawbacks; balancing issues (turrets) as well as having monetization everywhere with the game giving you an ad for the game you are already playing every time you open it.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect is perceived as standard, featuring daily quests and a variety of characters, each with unique abilities. However, players express a desire for a greater volume of quests, akin to the extensive offerings found in games like Fortnite.
“The story feels like a collection of usual elements, with daily quests and various characters, each having a special ability.”
“The narrative lacks depth and variety, making it feel repetitive and uninspired.”
“There are just too many quests that feel like filler, rather than contributing to a meaningful story.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally considered enjoyable, featuring mechanics like sliding, but the lack of an active player base detracts from the experience, leading to encounters primarily against poorly designed AI.
“The gameplay seems fine, perhaps even fun, but there's nobody playing it; for that reason, I don't recommend you even try because you're just going to be shooting at bots with bad AI.”
“Game mechanics are well-designed and engaging.”
“The slide mechanic adds a unique element to the gameplay.”
“The game mechanics are frustrating and poorly designed.”
“The slide mechanic feels clunky and unresponsive, making it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”
“Overall, the gameplay lacks depth and variety, leading to a repetitive experience.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their amazing artwork and smooth movement, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. Users appreciate the art style and the balanced character designs, highlighting the visual appeal as a standout feature.
“Very fun so far, awesome art style!”
“This game has won me over with its amazing artwork, smooth movement, and balanced characters, just to name three.”
- stability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users have noted issues with stability, particularly regarding the lack of visibility for special weapon stats, which can lead to confusion about their effectiveness. Additionally, there are complaints about persistent pathing bugs affecting bot behavior, undermining the game's goal of creating a realistic experience.
“One thing I like less is that it seems some special stats for weapons don't show when you select them. You first wonder why you would ever take this less good weapon, but then find out it freezes the enemy or does something else as you try it.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the experience.
“The game is enjoyable; the music is top-notch!”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“I love how the music sets the mood and immerses you in the game world.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that the game runs smoothly, indicating effective optimization. Overall, the performance enhancements have contributed positively to the gaming experience.
“The game now runs smoothly... nice game, by the way!”
“The optimization has made a significant difference in performance.”
“I love how the developers have focused on optimizing the gameplay experience.”
