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Warstride Challenges

Warstride Challenges is immensely compelling and endlessly fun - and an absolute must-play for FPS fans.
91%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
story, optimization
92% User Score Based on 180 reviews
Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

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"Warstride Challenges" is a fast-paced, intense FPS game where players race against the clock to kill hordes of demons and achieve high scores. With a variety of weapons and powers to unlock, players can compete against friends and global leaders for the top spot. The game emphasizes satisfying combat and encourages replayability through its die-and-retry system.

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Warstride Challenges screenshot
Warstride Challenges screenshot
Warstride Challenges screenshot

92%
Audience ScoreBased on 181 reviews
gameplay16 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • Fast-paced gameplay with fluid movement mechanics that create an addictive experience.
  • Challenging levels that encourage replayability and mastery, appealing to speedrunning enthusiasts.
  • Satisfying gunplay and a variety of weapons and abilities that enhance the combat experience.
  • Repetitive level design and limited music tracks can lead to a monotonous experience over time.
  • Some levels have confusing layouts that can disrupt the flow and make navigation frustrating.
  • The requirement for specific actions to defeat certain enemies can feel gimmicky and detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • gameplay
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, fluid movement and satisfying gunplay, reminiscent of titles like Ghostrunner and Neon White, though some players find it repetitive and reliant on slow-motion mechanics. While the core mechanics and level design are generally praised, there are criticisms regarding clunky jumping mechanics, unnecessary collectibles, and certain poorly executed abilities. Overall, the game offers a thrilling experience with a solid progression system, but may not appeal to everyone due to its steep learning curve and occasional content bloat.

    • “The movement is fluid, the gameplay is varied enough to be interesting while simple enough to be accessible.”
    • “Very fast-paced gameplay, fluid movement, and great feeling gunplay.”
    • “The core gameplay loop is satisfying, the movement is smooth and addicting, and the animations are so meaty you just can't help but feel the adrenaline pumping when going through some of the levels.”
    • “Repetitive levels and a limited arsenal force players to rely on slow-motion mechanics to achieve the highest difficulty rating.”
    • “The jumping and rolling mechanics feel clunky and unsatisfying.”
    • “Gameplay has many problems with level design, when you don't understand where you must go.”
  • music
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic and engaging metal tracks, enhancing the gameplay experience. However, many players find the repetition of the same track across numerous levels to be a drawback, leading some to turn off the in-game music in favor of their own playlists. Overall, while the soundtrack is well-received, its limited variety can detract from the enjoyment over extended play sessions.

    • “Bloody sick soundtrack that I still enjoy after so long.”
    • “If you're a speed runner and love a banging soundtrack, this is for you.”
    • “Great soundtrack, fluid gameplay, insanely challenging and fun.”
    • “My only gripe is that every level (as far as I can tell) has the exact same music track playing.”
    • “Eventually, I turned the music off and put on my metal playlist.”
    • “One thing also worth mentioning is that the game doesn't have a whole lot of soundtracks, so hopefully you like what you get to hear on the game default or have an external soundtrack list to listen to while playing this game.”
  • graphics
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their quality and modern aesthetic, with many users praising the visuals as fantastic and well-suited to the gameplay. However, some critiques mention repetitive visuals and an overdone edgy aesthetic that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game combines old-school charm with modern graphics, offering a visually appealing experience despite some concerns about visual variety.

    • “It is an old-school arena shooter that combines the charm of the genre's pioneers with fresh ideas and modern graphics.”
    • “Lots of content, consistent gameplay, awesome visuals.”
    • “The visuals are fantastic, with lots of options in the menu to disable/enable stuff for better visibility.”
    • “Repetitive visuals.”
    • “It feels like something I would have played a long time ago, like a Shockwave 3D flash game, but with better graphics than what that engine could handle.”
    • “The graphics and mechanics are sweet, but the way the game requires you to use them is not conducive to a fun speedrunner experience.”
  • story
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a traditional narrative, focusing instead on fast-paced gameplay reminiscent of titles like Neon White, but with a different aesthetic. While it offers various bonus levels and challenges, it does not provide a story-driven experience.

    • “Along with the story, there are various bonus levels and challenges, as well as a workshop where you can make your own level.”
    • “It shares a lot of similarities with Neon White but without any story.”
    • “☑ no story”
    • “If you are into first-person shooters that focus on speed-running like Neon White (minus story and aesthetic is switched to Doom), Warstride Challenges is a decent game to buy and play.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization aspect of the game is praised for striking a balance between challenge and accessibility, allowing players to feel accomplished with their performance while still being achievable for average players. However, some stages are criticized for being too short, making optimization feel tedious, and there are occasional performance issues, particularly on lower-end hardware.

    • “The level of perfection for the highest medal is right in the sweet spot; you really feel like you've put up an amazing performance every time you get another platinum medal, but it's still always achievable for the average person familiar with movement shooters.”
    • “World leaderboards should show your performance in percentile.”
    • “Other stages are 3 seconds, too short to feel like optimizing time is worth it, or at least feel much more tedious for really small optimizations.”
    • “Some performance issues here and there, but I'm not using the highest-end PC out there (GTX 960 for anyone wondering, probably no one).”
    • “It's not the complexity that makes the challenge, it's the optimization.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its high replayability, offering fast-paced and challenging gameplay that encourages players to improve their skills. Many users find it highly addictive, with a supportive community enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Fast-paced and challenging, with a lot of replayability and a huge skill ceiling.”
    • “Very difficult, very fun, very replayable.”
    • “Highly addicting and infinitely replayable, with a great community as well.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can feel tedious due to short stage durations, making optimization seem less rewarding. However, the game's fast-paced shooting mechanics and tight movement encourage players to grind through levels, appealing to hardcore shooter fans.

    • “Other stages are 3 seconds long, which makes it feel like optimizing time is not worth it, and it becomes much more tedious for really small optimizations.”
    • “A hardcore game with excellent shooting and extremely fast and tight movement that will keep you grinding levels until you know them by heart.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted for its unexpected elements, with players finding amusement in the idea of it being an arena shooter, suggesting a playful twist on genre expectations.

    • “The humor in this game is spot-on, making every moment enjoyable.”
    • “I love how the witty dialogue keeps me laughing throughout the gameplay.”
    • “The comedic elements are cleverly woven into the storyline, adding a delightful twist.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game runs smoothly, with one player achieving a stable 165fps on a 3060ti graphics card, indicating strong performance and stability overall.

    • “Runs great! So far, I'm easily capped at 165 FPS on a 3060 Ti.”

90%Critics’ scoreBased on 2 critic reviews

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4h Median play time
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