WARMODE

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WARMODE is a multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Novalink and was released on September 13, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

Warmode is a free-to-play, multiplayer shooter that pits two opposing factions against each other in fast-paced, action-packed battles. Choose your side between government military housings and armed hirelings, and engage in virtual combat with intense dynamics reminiscent of classic shooters. Experience off-scale battles and hurricane gameplay for an unforgettable shooter experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 6,521 reviews

gameplay131 positive mentions

graphics120 negative mentions

Fun and fast-paced gameplay, great for casual play.
Accessible for low-end PCs, making it easy for a wider audience to enjoy.
Nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic FPS games, appealing to fans of the genre.

Severe hacker problem, making matches frustrating and unplayable.
Stuck on the authorization screen, preventing access to the game.
Poor graphics and clunky mechanics, lacking polish and depth.

graphics
454 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as outdated and subpar, often comparing them to titles from the early 2000s. While some players find the visuals tolerable or even decent for a free-to-play game, others express disappointment, stating that the graphics detract from the overall experience. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game may run well on low-end systems, it lacks the visual polish expected in modern titles.
- “The graphics are dope, making you feel like you're in the midst of a virtual warzone.”
- “The graphics are amazing and the sounds; I recommend this game.”
- “For a free-to-play game, the graphics are good, but the gameplay is bad.”
- “The graphics are terrible, the gameplay easily becomes repetitive after just 15 minutes and the game itself feels unbalanced.”
- “The graphics look like they are from 2008, and aren't that great.”
- “The graphics are bad, like 8 years ago bad.”
gameplay
381 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
51%
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fast-paced action and accessibility, likening it to a blend of Counter-Strike and Call of Duty. However, many users have criticized the game for its poor mechanics, bugs, and repetitive nature, often describing it as a low-quality clone of more established shooters. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable moments, significant improvements are needed in mechanics, optimization, and anti-cheat measures to enhance the overall experience.
- “Warmode is an absolute gem in the world of online shooters, offering an exhilarating and addictive gameplay experience that keeps players coming back for more.”
- “The intuitive controls and straightforward mechanics make it easy to jump right into the action, while the depth of strategy and skill ceiling ensures that there's always room for improvement and mastery.”
- “With its fast-paced action, diverse gameplay modes, and active community, it offers hours of entertainment and excitement.”
- “Hard to rate the gameplay when you can’t even get past the loading screen.”
- “The gameplay is empty and pointless.”
- “The gameplay is a bit confusing at the beginning since the game is fast-paced; however, once you get the hang of it, it gets really fun.”
stability
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and server issues that significantly detract from the overall experience. While some find the game enjoyable despite its flaws, many express frustration over game-breaking glitches, unresponsive mechanics, and a prevalence of hackers. Overall, the game is seen as needing substantial improvements to achieve a more stable and polished state.
- “Great game for low-end PCs/laptops; it runs great.”
- “The game is very fun and runs great!”
- “This game is a buggy mess and the only thing that works is the uninstall button which does so flawlessly.”
- “I do not suggest you play this game, it's riddled with glitches, unfair weapon stats, lag, and bad graphics.”
- “Every time I click the play button, it freezes the game and a black box appears in the bottom left corner!”
humor
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
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The humor in this game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it hilariously bad and entertaining due to its glitches, absurd mechanics, and overall jankiness. Users report having a great time laughing at the game's shortcomings, often enjoying it more for its comedic value than for serious gameplay. While it may not be a polished experience, the humor derived from its flaws makes it a fun choice for casual play, especially with friends.
- “Funny story; I missed my SAT to determine which college I go to because I was playing this game XD.”
- “Fun and glitchy as all hell, but the glitches make the game absolutely hilarious.”
- “Horrible game, but hilarious and 'so bad it's good'.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
- “The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and detract from the experience.”
optimization
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and low system requirements, while others criticize it for significant issues such as low framerates, input lag, and poor hit detection. Many users noted that despite its potential, the game suffers from optimization problems that hinder gameplay, particularly on lower-end PCs. Overall, while some find it well-optimized, a substantial number of players feel it requires considerable improvements to enhance the gaming experience.
- “It runs absolutely fine on anything; it's well optimized.”
- “This game is incredibly easy for anyone who has any skill at an FPS, however, even so, the game handles like a dream, and it's incredibly well optimized.”
- “This game is very fun to play overall, and extremely optimized.”
- “Terrible optimization, have to spend money, hackers.”
- “Badly optimized, completely unplayable, no players and low framerate even on 1280x720.”
- “Horrible optimization.”
monetization
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization model primarily consists of cosmetic microtransactions, which are generally viewed positively as they do not impact gameplay or create a pay-to-win scenario. However, some players express frustration with the abundance of in-game purchases and perceive the overall monetization approach as a cash grab. While many appreciate that all weapons are accessible without spending money, the game's mechanics, particularly related to aiming down sights, have drawn criticism, suggesting that the monetization could be better integrated with gameplay improvements.
- “The game's monetization model includes microtransactions for cosmetic items and character customization.”
- “Microtransactions were done perfectly as well; it's only cosmetics.”
- “It has certain in-game purchases (cosmetics, such as different uniforms and badges) but having it does not affect your gameplay at all or give another player an advantage.”
- “This game used to be fun but they destroyed it; you can't even aim down sights anymore and they reduced the field of view to 60 or something.”
- “There are microtransactions, which is a very poor attempt at nabbing money.”
- “If the game was like the video, I would like it. It pains me to write these reviews when I can see potential; why can't we have the video's game rather than this cash grab attempt of CS:GO?”
story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
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The reviews highlight a significant divide in the game's storytelling quality. While some players criticize the lack of a compelling narrative and the focus on gameplay over story, others praise the emotional depth and unique elements of the story, suggesting it enhances the overall experience. Overall, the game's narrative seems to be either minimal or polarizing, with many players calling for improvements.
- “The shadows are the most unique thing I've ever seen while the story is crisp and incredible and extremely sad at the end; I won't spoil it.”
- “The character models shine almost as much as the great gameplay, and the story complements the beautiful gameplay.”
- “Dialogue and story-heavy games from 'back in the day' like Planescape: Torment can get away with being mechanically outdated because that's not why you pick them up.”
- “The game's storytelling and modes are not interesting and diverse.”
- “There is no story in this game.”
- “Single-player's a bit meh – needs more plot twists, fewer bots.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the ambient tracks and menu music, while others criticize the lack of a diverse soundtrack and repetitive tunes. Several users noted the absence of options to customize music settings, leading to frustration. Overall, while some find the music enjoyable and fitting, many feel it is generic or lacking, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Cool soundtracks.”
- “The music you hear when you start up the game is nice.”
- “The frustration of losing levels is filled with relaxation and calmness because of the ambient music.”
- “And the sound... why is there no option to turn off the music?”
- “First off, there seems to be no soundtrack to the game, with menus being devoid of any sound and even voice lines being completely absent.”
- “The game was lacking music though, which made it too silent.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game can be quite tedious and repetitive, often described as a long and slow process, especially when trying to earn better weapons. While some players find satisfaction in the grind for headshots and kills, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, with a lack of meaningful progression and variation. Overall, the grinding is seen as a mixed bag, with some enjoyment derived from it but also significant frustration.
- “Grinding can feel a bit tedious at times, but it adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “You'll need to invest time into grinding to truly enjoy the game's progression.”
- “The absence of grinding to unlock guns allows for immediate access to all weapons, making the gameplay more dynamic.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “I haven't really counted, but there's not too much variation and it's getting repetitive and quite tedious after a 30m-1h session.”
- “Man, grinding for a good gun is so slow.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, experiencing a range of feelings from laughter to tears, particularly during intense moments like the famas reload. The competitive nature of the game, especially against challenging opponents, evokes a sense of empowerment and nostalgia, reminiscent of iconic cinematic battles. Overall, the emotional engagement is a significant highlight for many players.
- “I laughed, I cried.”
- “I'm terrible at competitive online shooters, but this made me feel better, because...”
- “This game made me feel like a killer again.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is widely criticized, with many reviewers citing it as a significant issue due to shortcomings in storytelling, graphics, and overall content. While some players find it fun and worth downloading, they also express a desire for more game modes to enhance replay value.
- “Nothing to complain about, worth the download, fun, free, replayable, could use some more game modes.”
- “Replayability is the game's biggest problem.”
- “It has many shortcomings such as storytelling, graphics quality, sound, multiplayer experience, replayability, price and content balance, technical issues, and the need for improvement.”
- “Well, if you've played a shooter with minimal replayability, you've played this one.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users praise the atmosphere for its engaging and varied environments, particularly highlighting maps like Pityat, which contribute to a rich and immersive experience. The combination of diverse levels and ample map space enhances the overall ambiance of the game.
- “Great atmosphere.”
- “The map Pityat has a variety of levels and a good atmosphere, along with decent map space.”