Emergency Fire Response

 PC
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
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  1. Gamezilla!
    90
    It's a nice diversion from the run-of-the-mill military strategy games, and it's different enough that casual fans of strategy games might be lured into the glory of being a firefighter.
  2. IGN
    84
    The attention to realism adds another dimension to the experience, but the game is hampered by underwhelming unit control and lack of a minimap for organizing your plan of attack.
  3. Game Chronicles
    83
    What the game lacks in AI, balance, and vehicle control it more than makes up for with sheer originality, realistic fire, complex missions, and a level of authenticity only achieved through the collaboration with an international fire consultant.
  5. Game Over Online
    82
    Speaking of the missions, they’re both well designed and interesting.
  6. PC Gameworld
    82
    EFR offers up engaging, fun missions, and it manages to overshadow its shortcomings with great and immersive gameplay. At only $20 I recommend this game to anyone.
  7. Cheat Code Central
    80
    Each fire is unique and has several factors that must be considered before any action can take place. Emergency Fire Response lets you see if you have what it takes, and it's ex-fireman approved.
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  8. Computer Games Magazine
    80
    The fires look great, the strategy and tactics are interesting, and it's exciting to rescue people and property, rather than trying to destroy it. [Nov 2003, p.96]
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  9. Gamers' Temple
    79
    There is enough variety to the missions that the game will keep you challenged to the end. If you're looking for a change of pace from your typical strategy game, give Emergency Fire Response a look.
  10. Worth Playing
    79
    The fact that it's simplistic means that it's easy to jump into and have fun with, and the length of the game is just right - not too long to make the experience a bore, but not so short that you felt cheated of your money.
  11. GameZone
    79
    I can honestly say that I have a little more respect for the people who do this kind of thing everyday after playing Emergency Fire Response, and great job to Dreamcatcher in making a fun RTS game that captures excitement and enjoyment based on real life people.
  12. GameSpot
    79
    A fairly simple fire-fighting simulation that manages to capture much of the thrill, energy, and suspense often associated with the profession.