Storm over the Pacific

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Storm over the Pacific is a game that takes place during 1937-1945. It depicts the conflict between the Japanese Empire, the USA and other allies during World War II. Choose from around 30 available countries with their precise army structure. You can concentrate on controlling one country or govern a few to feel like a leader of the whole alliance or to fight with yourself. Thanks to this kind of…

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

+17

46%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique opportunity to play as various nations in the Pacific theater, including Japan, China, and even lesser-known factions like Manchukuo.
There is a significant amount of content, with long campaigns and scenarios that can provide hundreds of hours of gameplay.
For fans of old-school hex and counter tabletop wargames, this game captures a nostalgic feel and offers a combined arms experience.

The game lacks a proper tutorial and guidance, making it difficult for new players to understand how to play effectively.
Frequent crashes and technical issues significantly detract from the gaming experience, with players reporting crashes during gameplay.
The game suffers from balancing issues, particularly with AI difficulty and unit costs, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.

graphics
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The game's graphics are criticized for their simplistic and lackluster 2D art style, reminiscent of low-effort flash or mobile games, with limited options for improvement. Despite resolution adjustments, the visuals remain unimpressive, failing to meet the expectations of PC gamers seeking high-quality graphics. Overall, the graphics do not offer the detailed or engaging experience that many players desire.
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “The game features somewhat lazy, simplistic 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort flash/browser games and mobile apps.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
monetization
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The monetization of "1953: NATO vs Warsaw Pact" is criticized as a cash grab, with a price of around $5 USD deemed excessive considering the game's defects and shortcomings.
- “The game '1953: NATO vs Warsaw Pact' has a completely unrealistic cash grab price of around $5 USD. It's not worth it given the defects and shortcomings of the product.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it seems more focused on squeezing money from players than providing a quality gaming experience.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
music
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with users rating it between 7 and 10, indicating that it is satisfactory and complements the gameplay effectively.
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The music is catchy and memorable, making it a joy to play through each level.”
- “The sound design is impressive, with the music seamlessly blending into the gameplay.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the background music fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the overall gaming experience.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its depth and variety, while others find it lacking in polish and innovation. Many highlight engaging mechanics but note that certain elements can feel repetitive over time. Overall, the gameplay experience is seen as solid but with room for improvement.
- “The gameplay is incredibly smooth and intuitive, making it easy for both new and experienced players to jump right in.”
- “I love how the mechanics are well-balanced, allowing for a variety of strategies and playstyles to emerge during matches.”
- “The level design is fantastic, providing a perfect blend of challenge and exploration that keeps me engaged for hours.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive at times, which led to frustrating moments during critical gameplay.”
- “The pacing of the game is off, with long stretches of downtime that disrupt the flow and excitement.”