Combat Arms

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  • Publisher: Nexon
  • Release Date: Jul 10, 2008
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5.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 155 Ratings

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  1. BobS.
    Oct 28, 2008
    10
    Awesome man just started playing 2 days ago and already its so addicting and so little hackers from what i saw on the forums man.
  2. GurjyotS.
    Sep 27, 2008
    10
    Well I think for a free game this is awesome and Nexon is doing a good job to get rid of hackers and the community is mostly nice but some all trying to act hard and swearing but over all good alright graphics.
  3. YourNeighbour
    Apr 3, 2013
    10
    A lot of guns with constant updates, the game has improved over the last few years with increasing player base, never had any issues finding games, plus I can pay to win!
  4. Mnstro
    Apr 24, 2013
    10
    PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE ASSUMING THE GAME IS NOT GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    This game is indeed original, sure theres hackers but seriously what pc game doesnt have hackers? i was reading most of the reviews on here and tbh i was reading a lot of beginner reviews who didnt have a decent grasp on the game's perspective. YOU DONT NEED TO PAY TO WIN, a large amount of the GP    PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE ASSUMING THE GAME IS NOT GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    This game is indeed original, sure theres hackers but seriously what pc game doesnt have hackers? i was reading most of the reviews on here and tbh i was reading a lot of beginner reviews who didnt have a decent grasp on the game's perspective. YOU DONT NEED TO PAY TO WIN, a large amount of the GP (game points- earned by playing the game) are also powerfull. also this ISNT AN EASY GAME, most bigger games that people are relating to this one dont take as long to get used too. each and every single gun in this game has its own strengths and weaknesses, the pay for weapons are not that perfect and overpowered, many players that come to this game complain that they cant kill anyone and that their getting killed through walls etc. yes there might be hackers but maybe your connection to the game server isnt that great or your internet provider that you currently use isnt that great either you can check your connection to the game by pressing TAB, 1-2 bar ping your going to experience frequent lag, delayed bullet hit or being unable to move. THIS IS NOT THE GAMES FAULT, IT IS NEXONS FOR NOT HAVING ENOUGH MOTHER SERVERS CURRENTLY THERE ARE 2 MAIN SERVERS, EU (europe) and NA (noth america). AND LASTLY THIS GAME HAS RECOIL, dont expect this to be COD where the gun doesnt bounce. THIS GAME REQUIRES PATIENCE AND LEARNING by pressing F1 ingame you can try the tutorial and get used to standard recoil and bullet spread.    … Expand
  5. YFR-Tyrannon
    Jan 13, 2014
    10
    Combat Arms is a very fun game, I have tried many free fps games and i can strongly say not another one compares to the thrill of "CA" I have now played for almost 4 years and I feel the company does a great jobn to make sure that anybody can play the game with a graphics settings capable for the cheapest or oldest computers and the game does look very nice for a free fps on max graphics,Combat Arms is a very fun game, I have tried many free fps games and i can strongly say not another one compares to the thrill of "CA" I have now played for almost 4 years and I feel the company does a great jobn to make sure that anybody can play the game with a graphics settings capable for the cheapest or oldest computers and the game does look very nice for a free fps on max graphics, no it doesnt stand up to say battlefeild for for graphics but a game is made to have fun with and I believe Nexon does a better job at making this game fun then any other company has done at a paid or free fps!… Expand
  6. KelvinL
    Apr 20, 2014
    10
    Muito Bom Sá Porraaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  7. K0NFUZE
    Jun 27, 2012
    9
    Very good free FPS with dated graphics and it's pay to win but even after all that with just a little bit of skill it's pretty damn fun and I'd say it's worth giving a shot
  8. frozensoul
    Feb 24, 2014
    9
    This game is AWESOME (in my opinion) this is my first FPS game, i have played more than 3 years, I started as the worst player... The game has TONS of types of matches and a lot of maps, I like the idea of weapons by a certain amount of days. This 2014 the game has improved a lot, there a almost no hackers, in 2 months i have seen 1 hacker, and the game was patched the same day. TheThis game is AWESOME (in my opinion) this is my first FPS game, i have played more than 3 years, I started as the worst player... The game has TONS of types of matches and a lot of maps, I like the idea of weapons by a certain amount of days. This 2014 the game has improved a lot, there a almost no hackers, in 2 months i have seen 1 hacker, and the game was patched the same day. The downside of the game is the pay2win, weapons that you buy with real money are Over Powered, but this year Nexon is trying to make the not payed weapons better if you play a lot.… Expand
  9. ConnorS
    Jan 8, 2010
    8
    Combat Arms is a great game, its noob friendly (mostly anyways), a great multiplayer blast and Nexon takes its players concerns seriously. One problem (and if you read the other reveiws) is that theres too many hackers and if your on the new player server, you cant kick the hacker because you need to be a higher rank. Ahn Labs hack shield fails. Epicly. But the gamplay is a really great Combat Arms is a great game, its noob friendly (mostly anyways), a great multiplayer blast and Nexon takes its players concerns seriously. One problem (and if you read the other reveiws) is that theres too many hackers and if your on the new player server, you cant kick the hacker because you need to be a higher rank. Ahn Labs hack shield fails. Epicly. But the gamplay is a really great blast. Sometimes, its also fun to try and kill hackers, then if you succeed, laugh and stick your goolies in his face. That'll show em hacks are for moronic noobs.… Expand
  10. ZuriT.
    Oct 10, 2009
    8
    I've been playing the game for more than a year now, and I have to say that Combat Arms has become a pretty significant part of my gaming life. I started out as a noob who didn't know one end of a gun from the other, and now I'm leading a very strong clan in the game. The game's engine runs seamlessly, even on lower-end computers, but it's also capable of I've been playing the game for more than a year now, and I have to say that Combat Arms has become a pretty significant part of my gaming life. I started out as a noob who didn't know one end of a gun from the other, and now I'm leading a very strong clan in the game. The game's engine runs seamlessly, even on lower-end computers, but it's also capable of high-resolution gameplay. I don't know of any other free FPS that I can run in 1920x1080 resolution. There are more than 10 maps to play on, all fairly small, but that's part of what makes the action so fast-paced and intense. The graphics, if you turn on the highest settings, are right up there with PS2 favorites such as SOCOM 3. The only significant problems lie in the people that play. The game is fairly easily hacked, but luckily, most people don't know how to write hacking programs. Only when new hacking sites surface is there a new surge in hackers. Nexon is not the fastest at getting the hack sites out of business, but they do work on it (ex: TGS hacking site went out of business Q2 2009) Also, plenty of people under 13 lie about their ages and get into the game and cause ruckus and chaos for the other players. The game does have flaws which keep some of the more hardcore players on games such as Counter-Strike and Call of Duty 4, but for a price tag that can't be beat (free! :D), players who don't have so much money to spend would definitely be missing out on some serious action if they didn't check Combat Arms out.… Expand
  11. RichW.
    Apr 9, 2009
    8
    its a great game...if your broke and want some FPS action. Otherwise i suggest Counter Strike Source. PROS:FREE!!!,updates constantly,and large amount of guns to choose from CONS:Easy to hack,people bitching about getting owned,and glitchers.
  12. Dom1nAtAr
    Jul 8, 2012
    8
    Combat Arms Is A Really Good Game, It Doesn't Compare To The Big Name Shooters but it's juts simply a fun game. The graphics my be dated but they are still good enough, the game play is fun as long as you don't a hacker or lag which is unfortunately common in the game. But really, if you don't have any of the top shooters this is the game for you, it's accessible and there's quite a largeCombat Arms Is A Really Good Game, It Doesn't Compare To The Big Name Shooters but it's juts simply a fun game. The graphics my be dated but they are still good enough, the game play is fun as long as you don't a hacker or lag which is unfortunately common in the game. But really, if you don't have any of the top shooters this is the game for you, it's accessible and there's quite a large community and some damn good game modes.… Expand
  13. WordsOfWisdom
    Oct 20, 2012
    8
    Perfectly good game. It costs money to make a game with good graphics, if you didn't know. And this was made in Amercia, idiot. This game is perfect if you have a bad pc. Weapon upgrades seem a bit unfair. And some people use hacks.
  14. 3NTOMBEDMACHIN3
    Jun 7, 2015
    8
    Reminds me so much of CSS, how can I not love it? I have a lot of great things to say about this game, but I'll keep it short: Download this and at least try it,
  15. Jackho
    May 2, 2009
    7
    Graphics: 6/10
    good for a free game but doesnt hold
    a candle to 'real' games

    Gameplay 8/10
    very good and addictive
    and with a low low price of FREE you
    cant go wrong
    though the huge amount of hackers take the fun out at times but if you can find some earnest players its pretty damn good!
  16. JettoGaming
    Sep 18, 2011
    7
    So, I don't particularly like Nexon, their GMs/Mods or their policies on dealing with customer complaints and handling of tickets. That aside, the community is a total grab bag. There are some great, skilled and mature people to play with. On the other hand their are hackers (though a LOT less than when it first started up), lots of QQing (complaining in game about others hacking/glitchingSo, I don't particularly like Nexon, their GMs/Mods or their policies on dealing with customer complaints and handling of tickets. That aside, the community is a total grab bag. There are some great, skilled and mature people to play with. On the other hand their are hackers (though a LOT less than when it first started up), lots of QQing (complaining in game about others hacking/glitching when they aren't), and most of all too much rage kicking. You can just choose to ignore these people and for the most part it shouldn't be a problem. It's great for a couple of hours if your bored or if you need something free. I wouldn't advise putting money into it, as their in game items can run up to nearly $25.00 a piece (for 1 (one) permanent weapon). Graphically it is amazing, the level designs are mostly solid, there is a huge selections of guns you can "rent" for free using in game currency known as GP (game points). Why anyone would spend a dime on this game I am not sure. There are even ways to earn free NX, though I recommend caution with any "third-party" offers. Regardless of whomever is offering them.… Expand
  17. OriginalMe
    Jul 2, 2013
    7
    I've been playing this game since early 2009.
    While some people will tell you that there are many games with better gameplay, they're actually dead wrong. Combat Arms' gameplay is an outstanding shooter title with one major flaw: Community. The Combat Arms community dramatically takes away from just how great this game could be. Many players accuse many others of hacking quite often, and    I've been playing this game since early 2009.
    While some people will tell you that there are many games with better gameplay, they're actually dead wrong. Combat Arms' gameplay is an outstanding shooter title with one major flaw: Community. The Combat Arms community dramatically takes away from just how great this game could be. Many players accuse many others of hacking quite often, and actual cheaters appear often enough to help break up gameplay significantly. To compound this problem are the following issues. Kicking is horribly restricted in the most arbitrary ways, and leaving a game early takes away your rewards. Therefore, hackers can effectively destroy your game progress, and Nexon lets it happen, because of the arbitrary kick restrictions. It takes less than 50% of players in a game room to pass moderator abuse punishments, vote kicks require a 2/3rds majority, and one cannot kick at all in game modes that do not involve teams, without having the moderator item. At its core the game is a strong title, but the company managing the game simply ran it into the ground. Doobic studios probably is not happy with the things Nexon has done along the way; but kudos to them for making a great FPS. Nexon is the villain getting in the way of your fun, but that doesn't mean you can't have it. Just expect some hiccups with that fun.

    TL;DR
    Combat Arms is a well put together game which has a terrible community full of cheaters and is managed terribly.    … Expand
  18. dennisendre
    Jun 22, 2012
    7
    nice time fill up game. played it now and then.
    hackers finally seem to be going off.
    difficulty level is tougher than any other fps in my knowledge. accessible to everyone...from broke person to a successful businessman(alttho i dont get the idea of spending a penny on it) however, there are other great mmos that also have a more of everything, that it be sound, graphics quality, rpg,    nice time fill up game. played it now and then.
    hackers finally seem to be going off.
    difficulty level is tougher than any other fps in my knowledge.
    accessible to everyone...from broke person to a successful businessman(alttho i dont get the idea of spending a penny on it)
    however, there are other great mmos that also have a more of everything, that it be sound, graphics quality, rpg, or the pvp itself such as age of conan
    as far as im concerned Combat arms is ultimately for the guy **** that whine a ton or gun maniacs.
    if you are one of those this game is for you. if you aren't you will be enjoying other more complicated and tuff games out there
    (find yourselves a good clan and have a good time with em)    … Expand
  19. pro1137
    Jan 26, 2015
    7
    I've been playing this game for almost 6 years, now. Nexon has made some miraculously stupid decisions regarding the game and how it works throughout its existence, but they've been able to make it quite good in recent time.

    With the introduction of the Combat Arms Reboot, this game has effectively moved away from the pay-to-win platform that it once was, to another platform that offers    I've been playing this game for almost 6 years, now. Nexon has made some miraculously stupid decisions regarding the game and how it works throughout its existence, but they've been able to make it quite good in recent time.

    With the introduction of the Combat Arms Reboot, this game has effectively moved away from the pay-to-win platform that it once was, to another platform that offers a lot more balance between paying players and free players. Weapons that used to only be obtainable through paid methods may now be purchased using in-game credits, but with certain restrictions that many may easily find negligible.

    Hackers used to be a much bigger issue than they are today. Of course, you'll undoubtedly see them every now and then. With Nexon's introduction of Black Cipher anti-cheat, hacking was reduced massively. AhnLab's Hackshield Pro (formerly the only anti cheat system in the game) is a total joke.

    The game's not perfect, but it's been fun enough to keep me coming back all this time. Plus, it really does have the largest arsenal for any first person shooter to date, and that continues to expand roughly every month.

    Should you play it? It takes some getting used to. If you're into Counter Strike, you probably won't like it. If you're into other free to play FPS's, like Crossfire, or Alliance of Valiant Arms, you'd probably be best off trying this one out.

    Ranks take time to achieve, and consistent in-game quitting will slow your progress. Patience is key with the learning curve in Combat Arms.

    Maybe join a clan; make a few friends.    … Expand
  20. Eyeless-jack
    Jun 9, 2014
    7
    The game, overall, is very good for how old it is. The shop has a lot to choose from when it comes to guns and gear items. There are also a variety of maps and modes to choose from, so you will have a lot of fun. The only downsides are the community, lackluster lag, and players who whore the "NX" or "Pay to win" shop.
  21. Renzar
    Mar 19, 2011
    6
    Combat Arms was great in it's hey-day. I used to play it non-stop, owning noobs and constantly being called a hacker. There was nothing enjoyed more than getting home and going 25-2 in a game. But that all changed when Nexon reared that ugly head of theirs and ruined everything.
    Now, the community was bad to start with. I was there for the open beta. I was there for the first three major    Combat Arms was great in it's hey-day. I used to play it non-stop, owning noobs and constantly being called a hacker. There was nothing enjoyed more than getting home and going 25-2 in a game. But that all changed when Nexon reared that ugly head of theirs and ruined everything.
    Now, the community was bad to start with. I was there for the open beta. I was there for the first three major hacker wars. I was there to witness Nexon going back on their rule of "NX items are purely cosmetic". I was there when the specialists were added, and Infection was added. I saw the community go from tolerable to "everything that kills me is hacks. I am so pro at this game that I can never die." The only lights in this awful storm were the forum members who tried to help.
    Then came the great reform. The Nexon admins and GMs started doing something for once, but it was just too late. They had added too much content to balance, taken too long removing the majority of hackers, ignored the community for too long. It was over. The game was forever ruined, and it was a sad time..
    Perhaps some day it will regain it's former glory, but until then, it will remain as the biggest testament to Nexon's failure.    … Expand
  22. loloynage
    Nov 27, 2011
    6
    The only up I can think of about this game was playing with my clan against other clans. But you can do this in other, better shooting games. The game would be acceptable if there wouldn't be so many hackers. If you want a good free shooting game, go play TF2 or buy a real game.
  23. NoCakeHere
    Dec 25, 2011
    6
    Used to play this game a while back, but i quit due to annoying little problems like parasitic hackers and the bad recoil. The gun prices are a slap in the face too, but if you get your wallet out, be prepared to win.
  24. c0nn0r
    Jul 25, 2012
    6
    I'm surprised at how many people play this game when its glitchy, laggy, has bad graphics, I have got shot at through walls, people camp and hack, the infection mode is annoying it takes like three frickin clips to kill one infected when all they have to do is hit you once then your infected. Play team fortress 2 and counter strike source instead they're much better games
  25. Pureray
    Feb 1, 2013
    5
    I played this game for a few years now so I say yes this game is very addicting and a great free to play fps game from all of its alright quality and simple game play, but this game also has its issues since no game can be perfect (in my opinion), It has many players that will hack, or glitch in order to win, so many players start assuming that the other players that do awfully wellI played this game for a few years now so I say yes this game is very addicting and a great free to play fps game from all of its alright quality and simple game play, but this game also has its issues since no game can be perfect (in my opinion), It has many players that will hack, or glitch in order to win, so many players start assuming that the other players that do awfully well against them cheat so they constantly brag about you till your kicked, and may sometimes might stalk you or broadcast to try to ban you as well, so that much ruins it. That is why i rate this as a 5 it's fun and you can meet nice people to hang, or just talk, but their are haters of course that you can just ignore. I currently try not to play this game so often sometimes I may.… Expand
  26. BryanPan25
    Jul 24, 2013
    5
    This game is ok. Its not anything special. I do like the guns they used in the game and purchased some airsoft replicas from airsplat: http://www.airsplat.com/combat-arms.htm
  27. BobTheCritic
    Nov 25, 2014
    5
    Combat Arms is a f2p MMOFPS. The graphics are decent, considering it is a very old game, but the game is very pay to win and full of hackers. That's not to say there's not a bit of fun to have here though. Overall, it's a pretty decent game. Try it before you decide to pay in though.
  28. FernandaSeilhe
    Apr 19, 2018
    5
    i play CA since 2011 on my vacations and it's a nice game to play with friends and skyping. But it's not that good if you like nice graphics and stuff. I don't think it's a low quality game.
  29. JimmyC
    Dec 16, 2009
    4
    It's kind of sad that people spend so many hours playing this game simply because it's free, when far better options like TF2, CoD 4, and CS:S are available quite cheaply, with better gameplay, community and graphics.
  30. libno
    Oct 3, 2010
    4
    The only reason anyone plays this is because it's free. My friend says Combat Arms used to be a good game, but like all Nexon Games, they ruin them by adding all these random stuff like maps. They epicly fail on recoil when your gun just starts shaking around.
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Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. PC Gamer
    67
    It's a good place for casual shooter fans who don't feel like dropping $20 to get the crap kicked out of them in CS. [Nov 2008, p.66]
  2. GamePro
    75
    It's got decent game play and once the kills start rolling in you won't want to stop playing. There are just some things you can't pass up and this is one of them.
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  3. Gamervision
    70
    There may be plenty of better options for anyone looking for an online shooter, but for the price Combat Arms is among the best around. It's fast, fun, brutal and addicting - what more could you ask for from a free FPS.
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