Veterans Online

Praise the Veterans, a fresh Free to Play Top-down Shooter, for those who enjoy simple, yet tactical multiplayer battles.

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Reviews

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 163 reviews

humor9 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game has a unique and fun gameplay style that can be enjoyable, especially when played with friends.
The art style and graphics are appealing, providing a cartoony and engaging visual experience.
There is potential for the game to grow and improve, with a friendly community and developers who are responsive to feedback.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches and resulting in long wait times.
There are significant technical issues, including server problems, bugs, and a lack of a proper tutorial, which hinder the overall experience.
The matchmaking system is unbalanced, often pitting inexperienced players against coordinated teams, leading to frustrating gameplay.

gameplay
17 mentions
18 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its unique mechanics and fun experience, with players enjoying the new genre and overall feel of the game. However, there are significant concerns regarding the lack of tutorials and practice modes, which hinder new players from grasping deeper mechanics and balancing issues in multiplayer matches. While the game has potential, improvements in netcode and instructional resources are needed to enhance the overall experience for newcomers.
- “Great art and fun gameplay!”
- “What I liked about the game is that it's a new genre, and the mechanics are very interesting.”
- “I find the gameplay fun, a little bit different than what you see day to day.”
- “Nothing which could give you an idea of the gameplay.”
- “Lack of tutorial/practice field for players to test the game/new mechanics before even going to multiplayer matches.”
- “My only real complaint is that the netcode could use a little work; even on my region's server, there was some jittering of other players, but it was minor. The game could also use a tutorial to explain the deeper mechanics.”
humor
9 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players appreciating its cartoonish style and nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic arcade games like Metal Slug. The funny character designs and engaging maps contribute to a lighthearted experience, especially when playing with friends, making it a standout in the competitive gaming scene. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with enjoyable gameplay, enhancing its appeal.
- “They've done a good job with the maps and the modes are very funny.”
- “A very nice cartoony style that will make you smile right away; the characters look and feel funny, not in the way of modern games or Fortnite-like titles, but in a way that reminds me of old school arcades like Metal Slug.”
- “Such a funny game, especially when playing as a team. Keep it up!”
graphics
9 mentions
56 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are praised for their appealing art style and customization options, which contribute to a fresh experience. However, some users have noted issues with the graphical user interface, including a lack of options and usability problems. Despite these concerns, the visual presentation is generally well-received, with many players expressing enjoyment of the game's aesthetic.
- “The art style is very nice and the customization is a big plus that, in my opinion, can keep the game always fresh.”
- “I really like the concept, the mechanics, graphics, etc.”
- “You enter the game, and hey, the graphics actually look kinda cool.”
- “No graphics options; the GUI is unusable, with buttons stacked on top of each other.”
- “The graphics are lacking and could use significant improvement.”
- “I really like the concept and mechanics, but the graphics leave much to be desired.”
monetization
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has been criticized as excessively exploitative, resembling a typical cash grab with a focus on selling various cosmetic items rather than providing a balanced gameplay experience.
- “It's just another cash grab arena shooter with all kinds of flashy skins and gimmicks.”
- “The monetization feels excessive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I feel like I'm being pushed to spend money just to enjoy the game fully.”
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from optimization issues, leading to concerns about its future, especially given the high price of founder packs. While some users report performance problems, others question the extent of these issues, suggesting a mixed experience among players.
- “It is also lacking in optimization at the moment, and the €60 price tags on founder packs do not suggest a promising future.”
- “No idea what performance issues people are having; not to say they aren't, but it isn't fair to assume others are having as many issues.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game appears to be minimal or non-existent, as players primarily focus on the matchmaking process rather than an engaging narrative. Users express frustration with the lack of available matches, indicating that the gameplay experience is hindered by technical issues rather than a compelling storyline.
- “I press quick mission and nothing happens... no games found.”
- “You press the 'quick mission' button to try to get into a match and after quite some time searching for one, the accept button pops up.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and restrictive, leading to a tedious experience.
- “The game feels excessively grindy and lacks variety.”
- “Grinding becomes tedious and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The limited rewards for grinding make it feel like a chore rather than a challenge.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered decent, but players note that it can become repetitive over time.
- “The music is decent, although it becomes repetitive after a while.”
- “The soundtrack lacks variety and quickly becomes monotonous.”
- “While the music has some catchy tunes, it fails to keep things fresh throughout the game.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players have reported stability issues, particularly experiencing game freezes when attempting to interact with objectives, which disrupts the overall gameplay experience.
- “You explore the map and find an objective in the middle, pressing 'E' to interact with it, and the game freezes.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the overall gameplay experience.”