Tank Crew
- October 28, 2021
- Magnus Ander
- 100h median play time
Get on Steam"Tank Crew" is a VR-focused game that pits 4 teams of tank crews against each other in intense, tactical combat. Each tank has a detailed interior, with specific roles for the driver, gunner, and commander. Players can communicate and cooperate to effectively control their tank and defeat the enemy team. The game supports both VR and traditional screen play, with various input options.
Reviews
- The game has great potential and offers an immersive tank simulation experience, especially in VR.
- The graphics and tank models are well done, and the mechanics of operating a tank are engaging and realistic.
- The community is friendly and supportive, with events hosted on Discord to encourage multiplayer gameplay.
- The player base is very low, making it difficult to find matches or enjoy multiplayer gameplay.
- The game lacks content, with only two tanks and one map currently available, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- There are several bugs and issues with controls, particularly in VR, which can detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration; while the core mechanics and immersive tank simulation are praised, players express a desire for improvements such as a manual loading system, better damage mechanics, and more robust multiplayer options. Many users note bugs and glitches but feel they do not significantly detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game shows potential for fun, especially in a team setting, but requires additional content and refinements to fully realize its capabilities.
“Loved the core gameplay!”
“Although it is not a huge game and the gameplay is fairly simple, it is by far the most fun VR tank sim game out there.”
“It's still early days, but with improvements to the bots and more mechanics such as loading shells, giving a use for the machine gun, repairing the tank, and a clutch for the driver, I could see this becoming an extremely fun team game to play with friends.”
“Damage mechanics are janky, and impossible to find or change keybinds for different controls.”
“I don't know if this is a bug or a mechanic, but when flipping the switch on the battery next to me, thinking it would at least do something with the engine, it just flicked green and red. It didn't really turn off or on the engine of the vehicle. In cases like this, if wanting to ambush another vehicle, it could have the feature of turning off the engine so no smoke or noise is being made, making it easier for the crew to hear the other vehicles.”
“The multiplayer scene is absolutely dead, and I think the developer should pivot to more PvE style gameplay.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many players appreciating the immersive visuals and well-designed tanks, while others point out issues with textures, particularly for buildings. Some users express hope for future updates to enhance the graphics further, especially given the game's early access status. While the graphics are generally deemed decent, there are notable areas that require improvement to elevate the overall experience.
“It is a lot of fun, strategy, and cool WWII graphics.”
“The graphics are really well done, and I can see the developers are updating and adding new battlefields.”
“The sounds are amazing, and the graphics are actually really good inside and outside of the tank.”
“I would like to see this game updated to the point of better graphics and screen transitions.”
“Some of the buildings are just white; the graphics and textures need some work.”
“Now I know this is in early access, so I will not complain about graphics or texture, but I will talk about them.”
- story9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a desire for a more engaging story mode and cooperative gameplay, with suggestions for inspiration from other games like VTOL VR. Users express frustration with the limitations of the current gameplay mechanics and the need for additional content, such as more maps and missions, particularly in a World War II context. Overall, there is a call for enhancements to the narrative experience to better captivate players.
“Works well on Quest and doesn't require a super strong VR machine.”
“Devs, more maps will be required, perhaps even WWII actual tank missions.”
“I wish more people would buy it or they put a story mode in to play coop.”
“Devs, more maps will be required; perhaps even actual WWII tank missions.”
“Magnus, please look at VTOL VR for inspiration, steal the mission generator, steal the workshop content, please just steal the whole damn game and make it for tanks.”
- stability5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 80 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players find it enjoyable and fun, many report significant bugs and glitches that can detract from the overall experience, particularly in VR. Although the game runs well for some, the instability often leads to frustration, impacting gameplay quality.
“It runs great for me, and it's super fun seeing your other crewmates in the tank going about their business and fulfilling their roles. Plus, you can turn out for a better view at the risk of getting minced by machine gun fire.”
“The controls don't work; if you can even see them, because the game is so unstable in VR, it glitches out almost every aspect of the tank while you're inside of it.”
“I personally enjoyed the game for a few hours, but more than half of my playtime I was just being frustrated by bugs and glitches that just kept reducing the quality of my experience further and further.”
“This game, while it is buggy, is very fun; my friend and I played it for the first time and it was amazing.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its quirky bugs and unexpected glitches, which players find amusing rather than frustrating. Instances like characters flying or flipping over, as well as humorous interactions during gameplay, contribute to a lighthearted and entertaining experience. Overall, players appreciate the comedic elements that arise from the game's early access state.
“Great game! It's still in early access, which means it has some bugs, but nothing game-breaking has happened to me. Mostly funny bugs like flying up in the air or flipping over (which probably wasn't a bug).”
“"Best game I've ever played." - Me, trying to be funny.”
“By the way, if two people try to change into the same seat at once, the tank falls below the map. I count that as a plus, though, because it is actually an extremely funny experience.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with players feeling misled after purchase, as they only receive a Discord link post-download. Despite its potential and positive gameplay experience, the game suffers from low visibility and player count, which may affect the multiplayer experience. Players are encouraged to promote the game to increase its community, but should manage their expectations given its solo development.
“This game is a cash grab scam; only after you buy and download do you receive a Discord link.”
“The monetization model is frustrating and feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“While the game has potential, the aggressive monetization tactics overshadow the gameplay experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express a desire for more variety in gameplay, suggesting that additional tanks, maps, and ammo types could enhance the experience. They also find the current grinding mechanics tedious, particularly the need to swap seats for reloading with limited crew members, indicating a preference for more streamlined options.
