UFO Online: Invasion

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UFO Online: Invasion is a multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Bad Pixel and was released on June 8, 2016. It received neutral reviews from players.

UFO Online: Invasion is a turn-based tactical combat MMORPG set in the post-apocalyptic world

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Audience ScoreBased on 202 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding23 negative mentions

Engaging tactical gameplay with a mix of RPG elements and strategic depth, reminiscent of classic X-COM games.
Active community and developer support with regular updates and new content, enhancing the multiplayer experience.
Free-to-play model that allows players to earn everything in-game without mandatory purchases, promoting skill-based progression.

Steep learning curve and complex mechanics make it difficult for new players to grasp the game, leading to frustration.
Grindy gameplay with slow progression and excessive waiting times for healing and movement, detracting from the overall experience.
Pay-to-win elements present in the game, with some players feeling that real money purchases provide significant advantages.

story
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
86%
7%
The game's story is generally considered basic and unremarkable, with players noting a slow-paced narrative that can feel grindy, especially after the initial levels. While there are various missions and quests to engage with, many players express frustration over the multiplayer restrictions that limit cooperative play, making it difficult to progress together. Overall, the story lacks depth but offers some interesting elements amidst a backdrop of repetitive gameplay and excessive grinding.
- “It's an enjoyable game but very grindy with a slow-paced story. It has a wide variety of enemies, from wildlife to monsters to aliens, with a nice variety of weapons to use, unfortunately most locked behind level skill checks.”
- “Quests are there and fun. You mostly find dogs as mobs at the start, but the quests give you different mobs like infected and a special one-shot dart gun that you use to cure/stun them. I also met a lot of bandits on quest missions, and those combats are a bit different than against monsters since you have to use 'cover and defense' tactics where you shoot from behind a wall to take less damage.”
- “It has a nice XCOM-like story with a large world to explore. The graphics are not as nice, but there is still plenty of variety in the game to enjoy.”
- “It's an enjoyable game but very grindy with a slow-paced story. It has a wide variety of enemies from wildlife to monsters to aliens, with a nice variety of weapons to use; unfortunately, most are locked behind level skill checks.”
- “The story isn't much surprising but is okay; nothing fancy, but it can be interesting.”
- “This game starts off well but suffers from excessive grinding with few quests after level 4.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
65%
9%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its deep, turn-based mechanics reminiscent of the X-COM and UFO series, while others criticize it for being buggy, unbalanced, and overly reliant on monetization. Many users noted issues with controls, interface, and the pacing of actions, leading to frustration during battles. Despite these drawbacks, some players find the core mechanics engaging and suitable for those seeking a challenging experience, though the overall execution leaves much to be desired.
- “First, the deep and engaging gameplay.”
- “The gameplay can be described as solid, but there are some minor issues with the controls and interface that could be improved.”
- “Not terrible, the core gameplay is actually fairly fun (your basic grid-based tactics shooter, action points, all that jazz).”
- “Horrendously unbalanced gameplay.”
- “Boring gameplay, boring quests, boring AI; pretty much everything about this game is boring.”
- “Lots of waiting as a gameplay mechanic (healing = wait, moving a square on map = wait).”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-focused, with many players finding the grinding aspect tedious and time-consuming, particularly in the later levels where quests are scarce. While some players enjoy the grinding experience and appreciate the variety of enemies and weapons, others feel it detracts from the overall enjoyment, leading to long hours of farming for resources and gear. Despite the grind, a few players still find the combat and gameplay engaging enough to recommend the game to those who enjoy this style of play.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's an enjoyable game but very grindy with a slow-paced story. It has a wide variety of enemies from wildlife to monsters to aliens, with a nice variety of weapons to use; unfortunately, most are locked behind level skill checks.”
- “This game starts off well but suffers from excessive grinding with few quests after level 4.”
- “You will be farming for hours just to get a hat.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the detailed and immersive 2D art style, while others criticize the dated visuals and mediocre quality that may deter players. Although the graphics are considered good enough by some, they are often described as uninspiring and not on par with modern standards, leading to a lack of appeal for a broader audience. Overall, while the visuals contribute to the atmosphere, they are not the game's main selling point.
- “Second, great visuals and atmosphere.”
- “Despite being 2D, the game’s art style is detailed and immersive.”
- “UFO is along the lines of Fallout 1 & 2 as well as X-COM regarding the graphics and gameplay.”
- “This has some really mediocre looking graphics that will understandably be a turn off for a lot of gamers, and it's a big contributor to the failure of the game to attract gamers despite having no up-front cost.”
- “Graphics outside the world map aren't inspiring.”
- “Ugly UI, bad graphics, and not much tactic.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
33%
56%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players describing it as repetitive, bland, and even painful to listen to. While some appreciate its attempt to complement the sci-fi setting, the general consensus is that it detracts from the overall experience, contributing to a sense of boredom and frustration. Overall, the sound design fails to enhance the gameplay, leaving players disappointed.
- “The sound design and music perfectly complement the sci-fi setting, creating a sense of constant tension and adventure.”
- “Btw, the music is terrible.”
- “The music for the game hollows out your skull and the computer is able to cheat even though you are normally outnumbered and already at a disadvantage.”
- “While you can say it feels somewhat like the Stalker series with all the moodiness in it, but alas, combined with the garbage music in this game, I almost fell asleep.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The monetization in the game features microtransactions that, while not detrimental to gameplay balance, can create an uneven experience due to their prevalence and the lack of clear information on game mechanics. Players can spend money to gain advantages, but skill and strategy remain crucial for success. Recent updates have attempted to address some of these issues, yet concerns about unbalanced gameplay and outdated resources persist.
- “Now if you are one of those cash warriors, then this game has plenty of available microtransactions to allow you to quickly get ready and into battle with plenty of help.”
- “Some of these issues have been addressed in recent updates, but there is still a bit of unbalanced gameplay regarding the microtransactions and the way some things work based on the skills.”
- “There is a lack of ability to understand how things work, as there is no valid wiki or info page; those available seem to be outdated and do not reflect current game mechanics.”
- “On pricing and value for gamers, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
- “Now if you are one of those cash cow warriors, then this game has plenty of available microtransactions to allow you to quickly get ready and into battle with plenty of help.”
- “Update: Some of these issues have been addressed in recent updates, but there is still a bit of unbalanced gameplay regarding the microtransactions and the way some things work based on the skills, lack of ability to understand how things work (no valid wiki or info page; those available seem to be outdated and do not reflect current game mechanics), unbalanced missions.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The atmosphere of the game is described as both rich and immersive, with great visuals and a variety of engaging elements like quests and combat. However, some users find it to be dull and lacking in excitement, suggesting a mixed reception overall.
- “Great visuals and atmosphere.”
- “The universe is rich with many and varied options: fighting, quests, a system of mobs, items, inventory, and market. The surrounding and oppressive atmosphere will catch you if you give it a real opportunity.”
- “Very dull atmosphere.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is derived from its ironic and frustrating mechanics, where players can lose purchased resources to others who then resell them, a situation some find amusing, particularly within the Russian player community. Additionally, the disparity between the time spent writing negative reviews and actual gameplay adds a layer of dark humor to the experience.
- “Funny fact: people took more time to write negative reviews than to play the game. How can that be?”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, being described as "buggy" and "confusing," which detracts from the overall experience. While it attempts to emulate the gameplay of the X-COM and UFO series, many users feel it falls short, primarily due to its focus on monetization. However, the supportive community offers some solace amidst these challenges.
- “It's a buggy train wreck, weakly mimicking the deep and rich gameplay of the X-COM and UFO series, but it's pretty clear the goal here is to cash in from the in-game pay-to-win shop... disgusting monetization.”
- “Although it is quite buggy and confusing, the community is extremely helpful and caring.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the emotional engagement of the game, feeling that the need for close proximity to the screen detracts from their overall experience and connection to the narrative.