Warfare
- July 20, 2009
- GFI Russia
Get on Steam"Warfare" is a military tactical shooter game where you lead the U.S. armed forces to restore control in Saudi Arabia, which has been taken over by radical terrorists. Utilize modern weapons systems, including the Abrams tank and Apache helicopter, to capture territories, vehicles, and weapons, gaining experience for surviving troops. Realistic settings, ranging from open desert to close-quarters infantry combat, provide a challenging and immersive experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- One of the greatest RTS games, offering a challenging yet fair gameplay experience.
- Excellent for modern warfare enthusiasts, with detailed unit capabilities and a variety of tactical strategies.
- Nostalgic and fun, with a rewarding micromanagement system that encourages careful planning.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, including UI issues and crashes that can hinder gameplay.
- Units often do not behave as expected, failing to use appropriate weapons or move effectively during combat.
- Lack of multiplayer and skirmish modes limits replayability, and the steep learning curve may deter some players.
- story13 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 92 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is conveyed through a series of 12 challenging missions that require careful micromanagement and strategic planning, with a notable defense mission at an airport standing out as particularly memorable. While the narrative may start slowly, it evolves into a rewarding experience that emphasizes tactical depth, though the inability to replay missions post-completion limits its replayability. Overall, players appreciate the engaging storyline and the immersive unit management system that enhances the gameplay experience.
“The missions are very challenging with an option for realistic difficulty, but it allows for a wide range of tactical strategies with open unit selection and ground direction.”
“Each of the 12 missions is fairly large, and one of them was really cool and memorable.”
“This may not seem like much, but the missions are quite long, and the way the game rewards careful and deliberate micromanagement and punishes even minor mistakes means that it can take quite a while to complete just one mission.”
“This may not seem like much, but the missions are quite long, and the way the game rewards careful and deliberate micromanagement and punishes even minor mistakes means that it can take quite a while to complete just one mission.”
“However, I don't think you can replay missions after completing the game, which kind of limits its replayability.”
“Among the few drawbacks, I would note the overextended nature of some missions.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with many praising its core mechanics and improvements over time, particularly in the recent title "Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance." While the combat mechanics are enjoyable and include unique features like unit salvage and vehicle capture, some players criticize the controls and AI balance, suggesting that these issues detract from the overall experience. Overall, the gameplay is considered competent, though it may not reach its full potential due to certain flaws.
“The gameplay and campaign are competently executed enough to warrant it, but otherwise I would strongly recommend playing its drastically improved spiritual sequel 'Syrian Warfare'.”
“In many ways, the combat mechanics are similar to those in the Close Combat series, but you have a (non-realistic but fun) option to repair damage and capture enemy vehicles.”
“Unit salvage is a good element that adds to the gameplay.”
“Many of the same game mechanics are already there, albeit significantly less refined in certain respects.”
“The gameplay and campaign are competently executed enough to warrant it, but otherwise I would strongly recommend playing its drastically improved spiritual sequel 'Syrian Warfare'.”
“Could be awesome but poor controls and gameplay really ruin the experience. It has some good elements, but the AI is also way too overpowered.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with many players noting that they are comparable to modern standards, particularly those of the Xbox One and reminiscent of Command and Conquer Generals. However, some users with Nvidia graphics cards have reported issues, while others find the game runs smoothly on AMD and Intel integrated graphics. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience.
“The graphics are nearly on par with the modern-day Xbox One. Your troops will follow orders, you can mount vehicles, and the storyline and formations are engaging. I could list almost 10,000 wonderful things about this game!”
“Graphics are on par with Command and Conquer: Generals, which was good for its time.”
“The graphics are nice; I enjoy them.”
“Graphics on par with Command and Conquer: Generals, which was good for the time.”
“I have heard NVIDIA graphics users have had problems, but this game is old enough to run fine on the CPU graphics AMD and Intel have.”
“The graphics are nearly up to par with the modern-day Xbox One.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Many users feel that the lack of an option to replay missions after completing the game significantly limits its replayability, especially when compared to other titles like Syrian Warfare.
“The game offers a variety of choices that significantly enhance its replayability, allowing players to experience different outcomes with each playthrough.”
“With multiple paths and endings, the game encourages players to replay it to uncover all the secrets and storylines.”
“The dynamic gameplay mechanics and random events ensure that no two playthroughs are the same, making it highly replayable.”
“However, I don't think you can replay missions after completing the game like in Syrian Warfare, which kind of limits its replayability.”
“The lack of mission replayability really diminishes the overall experience.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play through it again.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is notably enhanced during combat, particularly in urban battles, which contribute to an immersive and engaging experience.
“The combat is incredibly atmospheric, especially during the urban battles.”
“The game's atmosphere immerses you completely, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
“The haunting soundtrack and detailed environments create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted to be a commendable soundtrack, especially considering the budget constraints.
“The soundtrack is surprisingly good for the budget.”
“The music enhances the overall experience and fits perfectly with the game's atmosphere.”
“I love how the soundtrack evolves with the gameplay, adding depth to each level.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely criticized, with many users finding it to be poorly executed and lacking in genuine comedic value, often describing it as "so bad it's not even funny."
