STRIDEN

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STRIDEN is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Yahaha Games and was released on July 11, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The Cold War isn't cold anymoreThe Scandinavian peninsula has become the frontline in the battle between East and West. Tactical nuclear warfare has devastated society and a massive evacuation helped many escape - not everyone could be saved. Transmitt: Loot, Build, Plunder, and send the radio signal for freedom. STRIDEN is the fast-paced, sandbox looter shooter survival game that’ll ge…

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gameplay14 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

STRIDEN offers a unique blend of looter mechanics, base construction, and extraction-style combat, creating a fresh and chaotic multiplayer experience.
The game features a variety of classes and roles that encourage teamwork and strategy, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
Despite its early access state, STRIDEN has moments of genuine fun and potential, with engaging mechanics and a creative setting that stands out in the shooter genre.

The game suffers from a low player count, leading to empty servers and slow matchmaking, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players have reported bugs, performance issues, and a lack of polish, indicating that the game is still in need of significant refinement.
Balancing issues exist, with certain weapons and abilities feeling overpowered, making gameplay frustrating for some players.

gameplay
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Striden offers a unique blend of looter mechanics, base construction, and extraction-style combat, emphasizing team synergy and strategic planning alongside frantic action. While the core gameplay is enjoyable and creative, many players have reported issues with bugs, performance, and a lack of content, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the game shows potential for improvement and is fun for those willing to invest time in understanding its mechanics.
- “Striden’s gameplay loop thrives on its focus on team synergy.”
- “The gameplay loop is very fun and you feel like the devs had a vision for the game.”
- “Great concept and fun gameplay.”
- “Has some potential, gameplay was good but terrible player count... all the servers were empty & managed to find 1 server with 2 players.”
- “Graphics are PS2 viable at best, gameplay is terrible.”
- “Bugs are everywhere and the gameplay doesn't really flow too well yet, but this is bound to change if the game keeps getting updated.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its performance on high settings, particularly with Unreal Engine 5, while others report significant issues such as poor graphics, broken lighting, and crashes, especially on mid-range hardware like the RTX 3060 Ti. Many users express frustration over the lack of gameplay and graphics settings, as well as server performance problems, indicating that while there is potential, substantial improvements are needed for a satisfactory experience. Overall, the game is seen as a work in progress, with hopes for future optimization updates.
- “Lighting effects and weather variations add immersion, while the art style leans toward realism without excessive detail, prioritizing performance over flash.”
- “Unreal Engine 5 is something I'm personally a fan of so far, due to a lot of games not being optimized well for me to play, but so far the devs have done a pretty nice job with optimization and I can run the game quite well even on ultra settings.”
- “It's pretty bare bones right now as expected for an early access title, but performance-wise it's great; the only issue is that the ping for the US server is somewhat inaccurate. I was playing on a US server and it says 178 ping, but it feels like 20-40 ping, so I don't know what is going on there.”
- “Somehow managed to downgrade the performance and visuals; it was surprisingly better in the open beta.”
- “Poor performance and graphics (using RTX 3060 Ti), broken lighting and color balance, power spikes, broken controls, a lack of many gameplay and graphics settings, crashes, poor server performance, spawn camping, and other cheeky tactics/exploits not being fixed.”
- “If the devs at least fix the performance issues, so that I can get a proper playable framerate, I guess I can recommend it, but not now.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some praising the immersive lighting effects and realistic art style, while others criticize the performance, describing it as reminiscent of PS2-era visuals. Many players report significant technical issues, including janky processing, broken lighting, and poor optimization, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics seem to prioritize performance but fall short in execution, leaving players disappointed.
- “Lighting effects and weather variations add immersion, while the art style leans toward realism without excessive detail, prioritizing performance over flash.”
- “Somehow managed to downgrade the performance and visuals; it was surprisingly better in the open beta.”
- “I wasn't able to get past 10 minutes of gameplay due to graphics and processing being janky as all hell.”
- “Poor performance and graphics (using RTX 3060 Ti), broken lighting and color balance, power spikes, broken controls, a lack of many gameplay and graphics settings, crashes, poor server performance, spawn camping, and other cheeky tactics/exploits not being fixed.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players reporting significant bugs and glitches, particularly in quality of life features and audio. While some appreciate the early access nature and potential for improvement, others express disappointment over the current state, feeling that it lacks content and polish for its price. Overall, stability issues are a prominent concern among users, but there is hope for future updates.
- “Yes, it's buggy, and the player base is low.”
- “The game is rough and buggy.”
- “My review is positive, but for 25 euros I would usually expect more content and less buggy gameplay.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is effectively supported by its audiovisual presentation, with strong sound design that enhances the bleak environment through immersive audio elements like distant gunfire and storm rumblings. While the world captures a mix of serious Cold War vibes and humor, some players note that the environments can feel sparse and experience occasional audio glitches. Overall, the atmosphere is engaging, though there is room for improvement in certain audio aspects.
- “The world is very atmospheric and the mix of serious cold-war vibes and goofy animal-based power spikes is really funny to me.”
- “The game’s audiovisual presentation effectively supports its atmosphere, even if it doesn’t break technical boundaries.”
- “Sound design fares better: the echo of distant gunfire, the rumble of storms, and the static-laced chatter of radios help ground players in the world’s bleak atmosphere, even if voice lines and weapon effects could use more refinement.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its blend of serious cold-war themes with quirky, animal-based elements, creating a unique and funny atmosphere. Players appreciate the refreshing voice acting and the tongue-in-cheek style, making it a standout experience in the first-person shooter genre. Overall, the game's humor is a significant draw, enhancing its appeal.
- “The world is very atmospheric, and the mix of serious Cold War vibes and goofy animal-based power spikes is really funny to me.”
- “Striden is a hidden gem and a fun tongue-in-cheek humorous first-person shooter with extraction elements.”
- “Voice acting has been refreshing and funny; also, the fact that this game is set in Sweden is great.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is crafted through each match, influenced by the unpredictable actions of other teams and the environmental challenges posed by radioactive storms. Players experience a dynamic narrative filled with tension and chaos as they loot, fortify their positions, and attempt to extract under fire, creating a unique mini war story in every encounter.
- “Each match tells its own story, shaped by the unpredictable behavior of other teams and the environmental hazards of the radioactive storms that sweep through the map.”
- “Pace and chaos: between looting, building up your stronghold, and rushing to extract while under fire, every match feels like a mini war story.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the narrative feeling flat and unengaging.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy is perceived as a cash grab, with users suggesting that developers should invest in advertising to enhance its visibility and attract more players.
- “Straight up a cash grab.”
- “Developers should invest in advertising so this game could get more publicity.”