Insurgency: Sandstorm

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 239 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 31 out of 239

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  1. red_22
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    The worthy heir of one of the best hardcore fps in recent years! (Developers announced that every post release addiction like maps, weapons or game modes will be free for everyone)
  2. Nstarnoe
    Mar 4, 2020
    0
    I was really looking forward to playing this game and it seem like a fun game when I tried it. But the performance is the worst I have ever experienced in any game.

    Despite barley using a third of my cpu and GPU processing power the game runs a a very unstable 70 FPS on the lowest possible settings (I easily get 160 FPS on high setting in much more demanding games) on top that there is    I was really looking forward to playing this game and it seem like a fun game when I tried it. But the performance is the worst I have ever experienced in any game.

    Despite barley using a third of my cpu and GPU processing power the game runs a a very unstable 70 FPS on the lowest possible settings (I easily get 160 FPS on high setting in much more demanding games) on top that there is constant lag.

    It’s a pity, it seems like a cool game and it would be nice to see a small studio make something great. But the performance is truly abysmal    … Expand
  3. facknrite
    Mar 6, 2020
    0
    Sooooooooooo after waiting 6 months waiting for an update and optimization for the game, DEV's launched 1.6 test version which includes 1 mediocre map and 2 new guns that have an excesive stupid recoil and added it to the advisor class removing the SVD and EBR MK14 that were the most used guns by players on that class.

    They also added the most stupid feature called DEATHCAM which is    Sooooooooooo after waiting 6 months waiting for an update and optimization for the game, DEV's launched 1.6 test version which includes 1 mediocre map and 2 new guns that have an excesive stupid recoil and added it to the advisor class removing the SVD and EBR MK14 that were the most used guns by players on that class.

    They also added the most stupid feature called DEATHCAM which is total trash because now you can see from where you got shot from and all the enemies on that area, meaning that the tactical part of the game is lost.

    Once again after hundreds of complaints about that stupid feature they are still going to implement it on the stable version which demonstrate that they don't give a sh!t about their community feedback and they will still do whatever they want.

    So my question is...what is the point of asking feedback when DEV's really don't care about your opinion unless you kiss their a$$es with every stupid decision they make.

    Just to make a quick summary of what you will be getting by buying this game is:

    - 0 optimization (optimization for this DEV's means, removing stuff from the maps)
    - Updates every 6 months which are just gonna be trash.
    - Hit Reg issues
    - Abandoned Server Owners (Meaning no new cvars, no server side optimization)
    - Terrible Hit Reg
    - Unknown Performance(The game can run amazingly well on a top tier PC ro it can run like trash on the same PC)
    - Fed Up Community (Tired of all the bullsh!t of the game and DEV's that got stucked with a facked up game without the option to refund it)

    So if you are willing to go through all of that then buy it, if not then save your money and wait for some amazing titles being launched this year.

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  4. Locusthorde300
    Jun 26, 2020
    4
    Looks great, adds new gameplay features, and generally improves the gameplay. But the balance and knowledge on weapons is completely out of whack. Some guns are just objectively better than others with no regards to what their actual performance is. Case and point is the AS VAL. It somehow does less damage than 9x19mm, despite shooting 9x39mm. They've **** up things with weapon detailsLooks great, adds new gameplay features, and generally improves the gameplay. But the balance and knowledge on weapons is completely out of whack. Some guns are just objectively better than others with no regards to what their actual performance is. Case and point is the AS VAL. It somehow does less damage than 9x19mm, despite shooting 9x39mm. They've **** up things with weapon details before. It seems like they're a bunch of tactics nerds wanting to make shooting games.… Expand
  5. WarFox8989
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    Insurgency Sandstorm is a game that was made by gamers for gamers. It’s a hardcore multiplayer shooter from the Creators of the amazing Insurgency modern combat mod for CS, Insurgency source stand alone and day of infamy - New world interactive. Small indie studio that is really passionate about their game and very dedicated to their community. The game is a middle ground between casualInsurgency Sandstorm is a game that was made by gamers for gamers. It’s a hardcore multiplayer shooter from the Creators of the amazing Insurgency modern combat mod for CS, Insurgency source stand alone and day of infamy - New world interactive. Small indie studio that is really passionate about their game and very dedicated to their community. The game is a middle ground between casual fps games like Cod and BF and hardcore games like ARMA/Squad. The gameplay is amazing. Graphics is stunning. Audio and explosions is out of this world. This Game is perfect if you like modern weapons and combat, low TTK, teamwork and tactics and hardcore shooting elements. Really recommanding this masterpiece!… Expand
  6. rjdim
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    Incredible audio, graphics, and gunplay. This game has the best gunplay ive ever seen in a multiplayer shooter, and the best audio ive ever heard in a shooter.
  7. OC_Hugz
    Feb 5, 2019
    0
    Terrible optimization. Cheap gunplay, Hitscan feels like COD, hit reg issues, stutters, dsync, feels like 2008 shooter...looks that way too.
  8. boomstammetje
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    One of the better hardcore fps in recent years. Better shooting mechanics and game play than triple A titles. If this company had the budget that DICE had for BF5, pfff. Oh well a man can dream.. :(
  9. jorbo125
    Feb 1, 2021
    0
    PLEASE BE AWARE THE PLAYER REVIEWS ARE POPULATED WITH PEOPLE FROM INDIA AND SHRI LANKA PAYED TO WRITE REVIEWS. THIS GAME IS NOT GOOD OR FINISHED.

    Extremely underdeveloped and lazy, the game feels like a highly polished gmod gamemode than an actually released video game. It's extremely disappointing to see that both AAA developers and Indie devs can be so lazy and greedy. Do not buy    PLEASE BE AWARE THE PLAYER REVIEWS ARE POPULATED WITH PEOPLE FROM INDIA AND SHRI LANKA PAYED TO WRITE REVIEWS. THIS GAME IS NOT GOOD OR FINISHED.

    Extremely underdeveloped and lazy, the game feels like a highly polished gmod gamemode than an actually released video game. It's extremely disappointing to see that both AAA developers and Indie devs can be so lazy and greedy.

    Do not buy this game, it is ugly, boring, unbalance and rife with toxic players and cheaters.    … Expand
  10. AngusMcGurkin
    Dec 18, 2018
    10
    Super solid gameplay would highly recommend. Personally have not had any major issues with performance or glitches even though others might have.
  11. SergeantPirzad
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    btw it take a long time to realese this awesome game. perfect in any way. hugs and kisses for NWI
  12. TacticalJunie
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    This game is awesome. One of the most intense game i have ever played. The graphics are amazing the weapon models are amazing the sound design is amazing (try with surround sound headphones) and the animations are beautifully done. A step in the right direction from the original. Nice job New World Interactive!
  13. smoussie
    Jan 21, 2019
    10
    This is a good example of developers doing their job right when it comes to communication with player base. They listen to the community, they announce future plans, they make their own game without trying to get more players by introducing stupid battle royales and live update services. Community around the game is awesome and this game is special. Why? You can kill only 1 guy after 10This is a good example of developers doing their job right when it comes to communication with player base. They listen to the community, they announce future plans, they make their own game without trying to get more players by introducing stupid battle royales and live update services. Community around the game is awesome and this game is special. Why? You can kill only 1 guy after 10 minutes game, but man... You're going to enjoy it more than ever. Of course you're going to get more kills and practice makes perfect, but I can ensure you, that's the best gaming experience you can get in 2019.… Expand
  14. Justbecause98
    Mar 8, 2019
    9
    It's just interesting to play. I dont understand why there are not so many people in this game. Guns feels fantstic. Gameplay isnt slow at all. It had terrible optimisation,but now its rather good. There are some negatives about matcmaking and round count.But ,generally its little things
  15. alexman
    Mar 30, 2020
    0
    constant suttering and lagging even freezing in firefights this is on medium i have a 1700x amd 480 it shouldnt happen with 60fps
  16. fry12
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    Insurgency: Sandstorm по сути это улучшенная версия игры 2014 года с запланированной кучей нового контента в будущем. Планируется добавить кучу карт, оружия и модов, пользовательских модификаций и так же кастомные сервера.

    Плюсы: Очень приятная физика стрельбы с отдачей (я бы сказал одна из лучших среди шутеров) Хороший выбор оружия и обвесов на него. Звуки оружия и взрывов сочные,    Insurgency: Sandstorm по сути это улучшенная версия игры 2014 года с запланированной кучей нового контента в будущем. Планируется добавить кучу карт, оружия и модов, пользовательских модификаций и так же кастомные сервера.

    Плюсы:
    Очень приятная физика стрельбы с отдачей (я бы сказал одна из лучших среди шутеров)
    Хороший выбор оружия и обвесов на него.
    Звуки оружия и взрывов сочные, громкие.
    Динамичный, но в меру хардкорный геймплей. Умираешь быстро, убиваешь так же быстро. Не лежишь пол часа в кустах и не бежишь по полю 5 км, но и не штурмуешь врагов напролом. Раунды довольно быстрые.
    Отсутствие прокачки персонажей. Все оружие и обвесы на него доступны сразу.
    Кастомизация внешности персонажей.
    Адекватное комьюнити.
    Отсутствие королевской битвы.

    Минусы:
    Пока довольно однообразные карты с одной географической зоной (да, да, знаю, такая тематика игры, но вокруг только песок, пальмы и местные дома с коврами и мне лично это не очень нравится)
    Просадки FPS даже на нормальном железе
    Небольшой онлайн (учитывая оригинальную Insurgency, онлайн не более 3000 человек)
    Небольшое количество карт и режимов на старте игры.
    Отсутствие какой-либо разрушаемости на картах (а нужна ли?)

    Однозначно рекомендую, игра на голову выше большинства ААА конвейерных шутеров.
    9/10    … Expand
  17. kyzaghan
    May 19, 2019
    9
    There's a great balanced gameplay between simulation and action. The sound quality is awesome. The content of the game is very nice. The price of the game is very convenient. BUT Optimization issues ar frustrating. There are too few maps. AS A RESULT, If you can't find what you expect from FPS productions like the recently launched Battlefield V, Call of Duty Black Ops 4, I wouldThere's a great balanced gameplay between simulation and action. The sound quality is awesome. The content of the game is very nice. The price of the game is very convenient. BUT Optimization issues ar frustrating. There are too few maps. AS A RESULT, If you can't find what you expect from FPS productions like the recently launched Battlefield V, Call of Duty Black Ops 4, I would definitely recommend you to take a chance on this game.… Expand
  18. I9-9980XE
    Jun 20, 2019
    10
    Over this past year, the game has grown tremendously. Drastically better performance, way less bugs, and a lot more content. From the very start I was enthralled by the ability to literally have the option to "intimidate" the enemy through voice lines which comes in handy during the new frenzy mode when an AI enemy is hiding in the point. Additionally, the ability to kick down doors alsoOver this past year, the game has grown tremendously. Drastically better performance, way less bugs, and a lot more content. From the very start I was enthralled by the ability to literally have the option to "intimidate" the enemy through voice lines which comes in handy during the new frenzy mode when an AI enemy is hiding in the point. Additionally, the ability to kick down doors also had me hooked. The unique gunplay, community, and dedicated developers has had me loving this game for every second since beta. I can't wait for the new content, and look forward to the future.… Expand
  19. BeaMalone
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    Alright so I saw this post on reddit about some virgin who made a crap ton of accounts to review bomb this game because his "waifu" named Casey from some pokemon show or whatever was removed, what kind of dickless **** does this to a game, naturally I've never played it but I assume it's a pretty good game, I'm just trying to do my job and help get the rating up
  20. Saeedscorpion
    Jun 24, 2019
    10
    Hi
    I bought the 3 days ago from now / i get familiar with this game on youtube and internet / im loving it ,im new to this game but it is amazing , im playing co op vs ai at the moment and i enjoyed it very much / i love the gunplay mechanic it is real and not for kids ,it is a tactical shooter game that u should communicate with ur team mates , i bought it in discount from steam about    Hi
    I bought the 3 days ago from now / i get familiar with this game on youtube and internet / im loving it ,im new to this game but it is amazing , im playing co op vs ai at the moment and i enjoyed it very much / i love the gunplay mechanic it is real and not for kids ,it is a tactical shooter game that u should communicate with ur team mates , i bought it in discount from steam about 20$ / they deserves every penny / thanx and sorry for my english / i recommend this game to everyone that want a real tactical shooter with realistic gunplay ...    … Expand
  21. Washak
    Mar 3, 2019
    10
    Amazing game for the more hardcore gaming crowd, which does not care for the kiddies who are destroying all of the big gaming titles like CoD, Battlefield, Battlefront, etc. This is a hard game to learn to play, but amazing gun mechanics, tactical gameplay and just pure fun once you kinda get the jist of it. Nowdays I only play this and Escape from Tarkov, I'm really done withAmazing game for the more hardcore gaming crowd, which does not care for the kiddies who are destroying all of the big gaming titles like CoD, Battlefield, Battlefront, etc. This is a hard game to learn to play, but amazing gun mechanics, tactical gameplay and just pure fun once you kinda get the jist of it. Nowdays I only play this and Escape from Tarkov, I'm really done with casual/arcade shooters, utter garbage nowdays.

    Pros:
    -Amazing gunplay and mechanics
    -Tactical teamplay oriented
    -Amazing graphics for a small independent company like NWI
    -Highly customizable characters
    -No pay-to-win s***
    -The music is really good
    -Diverse and balance classes with many gun options and mods
    -Relatively good community with few toxic players

    Cons:
    -It's hard to grasp at the start, specially if you have only played arcade shooters (but once you do is just fantastic)

    Thats it, if you want a challenge and are sick and tired of the s***big gaming companies feed us every year, definitely have a shot at this game.    … Expand
  22. Robert-mugabe
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    It's the best coop game I've ever played. I love it and the community is decent. Great with friends
  23. Urp3aCh
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    After putting 500 hours into this game, I can officially say that this game is one of the best hardcore shooters ever. The gameplay is intense and requires you to communicate with your team. Granted there are some optimization issues and updates are long, I can empathize because NWI is composed of a small team of developers. Overall, this game is incredible if you're into hardcore tacticalAfter putting 500 hours into this game, I can officially say that this game is one of the best hardcore shooters ever. The gameplay is intense and requires you to communicate with your team. Granted there are some optimization issues and updates are long, I can empathize because NWI is composed of a small team of developers. Overall, this game is incredible if you're into hardcore tactical shooters.

    P.S It is very unfortunate that this game is getting review bombed by some edgy kid who nothing better to do than to create ghost account on Metacritic and randomly review bomb games. That said, hopefully metacritic fixes this issue,    … Expand
  24. EBuzzHater
    Feb 18, 2020
    10
    reaally good game soild controls good gameplay feels really good just different to other fps games ive played
  25. Will1208
    Feb 20, 2020
    10
    I love the game and the way that it plays especially with the way the characters and guns play such an essential part of the way the game plays. Unlike cod this game almost makes it fun to die by making you want to think of another tactical way of playing and you feel like your actually there fighting and overall a refreshing change of pace compared to cod and Battlefields sometimesI love the game and the way that it plays especially with the way the characters and guns play such an essential part of the way the game plays. Unlike cod this game almost makes it fun to die by making you want to think of another tactical way of playing and you feel like your actually there fighting and overall a refreshing change of pace compared to cod and Battlefields sometimes repetitive gameplay.… Expand
  26. KAIZEN-85
    Dec 26, 2018
    0
    -more casual gameplay
    -bugs
    -awfull optimisation -voices again аля Я пиризарязатса! Why not amrican speeking english? -players cant use all vehicles +better graphyx +more reload animatons П.С. Кто бы что не говорил,но техника не +,если без нее лучше,тем более нет HUMWY,M1A2 у америкосов ,РПГ как бы ПРОТИВОТАНКОВЫЙ гранатомет,а не ПРОТИВОПЕХОТНЫЙ!    -more casual gameplay
    -bugs
    -awfull optimisation
    -voices again аля Я пиризарязатса! Why not amrican speeking english?
    -players cant use all vehicles
    +better graphyx
    +more reload animatons
    П.С.
    Кто бы что не говорил,но техника не +,если без нее лучше,тем более нет HUMWY,M1A2 у америкосов ,РПГ как бы ПРОТИВОТАНКОВЫЙ гранатомет,а не ПРОТИВОПЕХОТНЫЙ!
  27. Charley023
    Jan 25, 2019
    10
    This is by far the best FPS experience I've ever had. The most convincing battlefield atmosphere.
  28. michallos
    Dec 23, 2018
    10
    Clearly the best FPS game in 2018. Team cooperation is very addictive. Sometimes hard and frustrating but rewarding.
  29. Rholzy
    Apr 5, 2019
    9
    Very good No-Nonsense-Shooter without any BS. No grind (only for cosmetics), no mtx or other shyte. The Gunplay is a bit challenging at he beginnig but very satisfying. PVP and KOOP are both very good.
    Only content feels a bit lacking right now, but is still more than enough for that money.
  30. RE1SY
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    Very competitive hardcore FPS. It is a steal at 1/3 of the price of most "AAA" shooters.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. CD-Action
    Mar 25, 2019
    75
    If Battlefield is too arcadey for your taste and you’ve already heard everything about every player’s mum’s morals in CS:GO, Insurgency is an interesting alternative. It does have some minor technical problems, but once the developers sort them out, every tactical combat fan needs to check it out. [02/2019, p.51]
  2. Worth Playing
    Feb 21, 2019
    70
    It isn't as punishing as something like Arma, but it still offers fantastic audio and a brutal TTK that forces the player to slow down, think about their steps, and use all the tools the game puts at their disposal. One can't go into this game hoping for a sleek experience. The technical side of the game is just as gritty as its combat. In the heat of an intense battle, your processor will also put out some heat. Hopefully, New World Interactive can devote some time toward the technical side of things and put as much care into that as it did the audio and gameplay. If the developer can fix those issues, Insurgency: Sandstorm would be one of the better competitive shooters available on Steam.
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Feb 18, 2019
    67
    Insurgency: Sandstorm feels like a shoddy HD remaster of the original game rather than a full-fledged sequel, complete with annoying performance drops, popping up textures and bland map design.
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