Thunder Wolves

About

Thunder Wolves is an action-packed helicopter arcade game. Take control of a variety of helicopters, each with unique weapons and abilities, to complete missions and destroy enemies. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op mode, battling through intense aerial combat and explosive set pieces. Customize your helicopter and upgrade your weapons to become the ultimate mercenary.

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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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 400 reviews

story36 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Thunder Wolves offers fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay that is reminiscent of classic helicopter games like the Strike series, providing a fun and chaotic experience.
The game features a variety of missions and helicopter options, allowing players to engage in different types of combat and utilize various weapons, which keeps the gameplay fresh.
With its humorous dialogue, over-the-top action, and destructible environments, Thunder Wolves delivers an entertaining experience that doesn't take itself too seriously.

The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and poor controller support, which can hinder the overall experience.
Many players find the game to be short, with a campaign that can be completed in just a few hours, leading to limited replayability.
The graphics and animations are considered outdated, and the story is often described as bland and forgettable, lacking depth and engagement.

story
200 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
77%
5%
The story of the game is described as straightforward and cheesy, reminiscent of a B-movie plot, primarily serving to support the fast-paced gameplay. Players take on the role of mercenaries in a series of bombastic missions filled with over-the-top action and humorous dialogue, though the narrative lacks depth and complexity. While the missions are varied and engaging, the overall plot is often considered forgettable, focusing more on the thrill of destruction than on storytelling.
- “The story is basic but fun, the writing is funny, the gameplay is smooth enough, and the music slaps.”
- “The plot is quite good, some characters have a strong personality, the framerate is rock-solid (60 fps), the gameplay is good, and it's freaking fun.”
- “You are a member of a private military group known as the Thunder Wolves and the story follows them on their adventures ranging from the years 1983-1991.”
- “The story is straightforward, and even borderline cliche, but the sole purpose of the story is to support the gameplay itself.”
- “The story is terrible, but terrible in a good way.”
- “Plot seems to be going somewhere only for the plot twist ending to come from nowhere and not be explained.”
gameplay
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
65%
8%
The gameplay of "Thunder Wolves" is characterized by its fast-paced, arcade-style action, featuring responsive controls and a variety of mission types that keep the experience engaging. Players can expect a mix of helicopter combat, turret sequences, and even stealth elements, all set against a vibrant visual backdrop and an energetic soundtrack. While some missions may feel repetitive over time, the overall mechanics are simple yet enjoyable, making it a fun choice for those seeking mindless action.
- “The control mechanics are agile and responsive, allowing players to perform quick and precise maneuvers while engaging enemies and completing challenging objectives.”
- “From attacking enemy bases and destroying strategic targets to rescuing and defending positions, the variety of missions keeps the gameplay experience fresh and engaging.”
- “With its fast-paced gameplay, variety of missions, attractive visual style, and rousing soundtrack, the game offers an intense and fun experience.”
- “Absolutely monotonous and dull gameplay very quickly bothers.”
- “After a while the missions do get linear, the gameplay sequences mentioned above kind of dull the pain of doing the same thing over and over.”
- “From watching gameplay, you'd think it's fairly repetitive.”
graphics
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
59%
13%
The graphics of the game are generally described as decent for a budget title, featuring a vibrant visual style with 2.5D graphics that are well-detailed across varied environments. While some players note that the visuals can feel outdated, reminiscent of earlier console generations, they still complement the fun and chaotic gameplay, making it enjoyable despite not being state-of-the-art. Overall, the graphics are considered sufficient for the game's arcade-style action, with a cartoonish aesthetic that fits its theme well.
- “The 2.5D graphics are well-detailed, with varied settings ranging from urban areas and combat zones to more exotic environments.”
- “Excellent graphics (for what it is, mind you) complement careful level design to create a realistic-ish world.”
- “The graphics are somewhat cartoonish but in a very good way.”
- “The graphics are bad even for 2013 (certainly not up to the trailer's level).”
- “The graphics aren't the best, you won't see people in this game.”
- “Although the graphics look outdated, the gameplay is very smooth and is a lot of fun!”
music
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
63%
4%
The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and engaging rock and metal soundtrack, which complements the fast-paced gameplay and enhances the overall experience. Many players describe it as a perfect fit for the action, evoking the feel of classic 80s and 90s action movies, although some note that the repetitive nature of the tracks and voiceovers can occasionally detract from the experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's fun and intensity.
- “The soundtrack for 'Thunder Wolves' is energetic and perfectly complements the fast-paced gameplay.”
- “The music is designed to heighten tension and excitement, helping to keep players engaged during combat.”
- “The rock music fits perfectly, and throughout the 4-5 hour campaign, you feel like a badass from an 80s or 90s action movie.”
- “Too on-rails arcadey for my taste with headache-inducing music and voice-over combo.”
- “Music consists of repetitive rock/metal.”
- “The only negatives I could say is that, while the music and sound settings are separately adjustable, the voice overs are attached to the sound control, and at times the action can really drown out the characters' speech.”
humor
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted, childish tone, featuring hilarious voice acting and comedic dialogues that evoke nostalgia for 80s action movies. Players appreciate the amusing interactions between characters, the over-the-top machismo, and the overall comedic timing, making for a fun and entertaining experience. While some elements may come off as amateurish, the humor is consistently engaging and adds to the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “Hilarious voice acting, user-friendly controls, and a variety of exciting missions... (not exclusively helicopter-based) you control turrets, guided missiles, torpedoes, suicide drones... and drive tanks 'n' stuff, too.”
- “Comic art style, arcade gameplay, fast everything, hilarious characters, comedic timing, satisfying explosions.”
- “The voice acting is top notch and really has some humorous interactions between the ace veteran pilot and his noobish assistant chopper pilot.”
replayability
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The game's replayability is mixed, with some players noting limited value due to its short campaign and bite-sized levels, while others highlight the appeal of co-op play, score attacks, and the challenge of achieving higher ranks and unlocking achievements. The presence of multiple difficulty levels and collectible objectives adds to the replay potential for those seeking to fully complete the game. Overall, it offers a fun experience, particularly in multiplayer settings, but may not sustain long-term engagement for all players.
- “The game offers a good dose of replayability, with different difficulty levels and achievements to unlock.”
- “Players can try to improve their scores and complete missions with a higher rank, which encourages replayability and skill development.”
- “Full of mini-games, highly replayable, super fun in co-op and single player.”
- “[*] no replayability.”
- “- short campaign mode with little replayability.”
- “Replay value 6.6”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The game is generally well-optimized, offering decent graphics that can be enhanced to maximum performance, reminiscent of Xbox 360 visuals. However, players note that helicopter selection is somewhat limited, with minimal differences in performance and weaponry among the available options. Overall, the performance rating stands at 8.4.
- “Decent graphics (well optimized)”
- “The visuals themselves can be boosted to max performance and do look like Xbox 360 graphics.”
- “For each mission, you have a handful of helicopters at your disposal, though not all because the game restricts you on the types of helicopter you can pick. The difference isn't much besides weapons on each helicopter and performance to a certain extent.”
- “Performance 8.4”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game experiences issues with startup crashes and freezes, which detracts from its overall stability. While some users note that it is high quality and not particularly buggy or glitchy, others describe it as somewhat raw and buggy, suggesting a mixed experience in terms of stability.
- “The game is very high quality and is not buggy or glitchy at all.”
- “Startup crashes/freezes.”
- “Kind of buggy and a bit raw, but this one can be loads of fun.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The atmosphere is characterized by a high-intensity and adrenaline-fueled visual presentation, although some users feel that certain elements detract from this overall experience.
- “The visual presentation is effective in creating an atmosphere of high intensity and adrenaline.”
- “Ruins the whole atmosphere.”
- “Ruins the whole atmosphere.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of humor and intensity, offering players a unique experience that combines wholesome entertainment with an edgy, explosive twist.