Tribes: Ascend
- June 27, 2012
- Hi-Rez Studios
A brilliant resurrection of a classic. Speed and skill-driven mechanics separate Tribes from other modern shooters.
Get on Steam"Tribes: Ascend" is a free-to-play, multiplayer first-person shooter set in a futuristic sci-fi world. Players choose from various classes, each with unique weapons and abilities, and compete in fast-paced objective-based matches. The game is known for its emphasis on skiing and jetpacks, allowing for high-speed traversal and intense, strategic battles.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and fast-paced gameplay experience that many players find exhilarating.
- Despite its decline, some players still appreciate the game's mechanics and customization options.
- The graphics are impressive, providing a visually appealing experience for those who can run it.
- The game has been largely abandoned by the developers, leading to a significant decline in the player base and updates.
- Key features such as classes, base upgrades, and the credit system have been removed, diminishing the gameplay experience.
- New players face difficulties with account creation and login issues, making it hard to access the game.
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly demanding, requiring a powerful PC to run smoothly, which users interpret as a sign of quality in the game's visual presentation.
“The graphics are absolutely stunning, making every scene a visual masterpiece.”
“The level of detail in the environments is breathtaking, truly immersing you in the game world.”
“The vibrant colors and smooth animations create an incredibly engaging visual experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in "Capture the Flag" enhances the gameplay experience by dynamically changing when a player captures the flag, creating an empowering and exhilarating atmosphere that makes players feel heroic.
“In capture the flag, when you capture it, the music changes to make you feel like a total badass.”
“The music in the game feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“The sound effects clash with the music, creating a jarring experience that pulls me out of the game.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that while the new variants could introduce interesting changes, they feel nostalgic for the original gameplay mechanics of "Tribes: Ascend," suggesting that the current gameplay may not fully capture the same engaging experience.
“Most of the new variants might introduce interesting changes to the gameplay.”
