Steel Ocean
- November 12, 2015
- Changyou.com Limited
- 4h median play time
"Steel Ocean" is a naval warfare game that allows players to command and control a variety of warships from different nations in epic sea battles. The game features realistic ship models, weapons, and damage systems, as well as a variety of game modes including PvP and PvE battles. Players can form teams and strategize with other commanders to dominate the ocean.
Reviews
- The game offers a good balance between arcade and simulation gameplay, making it easy to learn and enjoyable for players.
- It has a variety of ship classes and roles, allowing for diverse gameplay experiences.
- The business model is considered fair, as it allows free-to-play access without being overly pay-to-win.
- The player base is very small, leading to long matchmaking times and a lack of active games.
- There are issues with toxic players and deliberate team killing, which can ruin the experience.
- The game suffers from technical issues, such as frequent disconnections and a lack of communication tools for teams.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by easy controls and simplicity, making it more enjoyable compared to other games. Players appreciate the combination of good gameplay mechanics and impressive graphics.
“Easy controls, very simple gameplay.”
“More enjoyable gameplay than the others.”
“The gameplay is very good, graphics are awesome.”
“The gameplay feels overly simplistic and lacks depth.”
“The controls are too easy, making the game feel unchallenging.”
“I found the gameplay repetitive and uninspired.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users noting that they feel dated compared to modern standards like World of Warcraft, particularly due to limitations in detail and effects. However, many still appreciate the overall visual quality, highlighting that the graphics complement the strong gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is very good, and the graphics are awesome.”
“It is a great game, but the Commander nerf with DirectX 9 graphics feels a little dated.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing premise of controlling submarines in a setting reminiscent of World of Warships, adding a lighthearted twist to the naval combat experience.
“It feels like World of Warships, but the ability to control submarines adds a hilarious twist.”
“The humor in the dialogue and character interactions keeps me laughing throughout the game.”
“The absurd situations you find yourself in are both unexpected and genuinely funny.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's monetization strategy is hindered by a small community and a lack of advertising from the parent company, which may limit its revenue potential and player engagement.
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to buy in-game items, which ruins the overall experience.”
“The lack of meaningful rewards for free players makes it clear that the game is designed primarily for profit.”