Ion Fury

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7.0

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  1. lord_batman
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    A duke nukem wannabe... that bends the knee.
    Buy it today and lose all content the next day.
    Edit: The game is not getting censored anymore, but people are most likely still going to remember the « betrayal » to some extent. The company needs to take this as a lesson and move forward. Nobody knows how they'll censor their future games after this, but this game is worth buying and    A duke nukem wannabe... that bends the knee.
    Buy it today and lose all content the next day.

    Edit: The game is not getting censored anymore, but people are most likely still going to remember the « betrayal » to some extent. The company needs to take this as a lesson and move forward. Nobody knows how they'll censor their future games after this, but this game is worth buying and playing if you like old school FPS.    … Expand
  2. Steyraus
    Aug 27, 2019
    9
    Its an OG shooter in the form of quake and Duke Nukem.The game has a great sense of humour and if you dont like it , dont play it.
  3. Nukkus
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    Where do I even start? This game takes me right back to 1996 to the first time i ever played Duke Nukem 3D, but it is SO much more than Duke ever was. If Duke Nukem 3D, Blood and Shadow Warrior were Build Engine masterpieces, the this is the Magnum Opus.
  4. TheLostSentinel
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    You like old-school shooters? How about one that isn't pretending to be one, and literally runs on an old-school engine? The sprite work is absolutely glorious, the music is pumping, and the guns knock baddies down in visceral violence just like the old days. Cheesy one liners? Absolutely got'em. Level design? Fantastic. It's one of the best displays 3D Realms has given of their BuildYou like old-school shooters? How about one that isn't pretending to be one, and literally runs on an old-school engine? The sprite work is absolutely glorious, the music is pumping, and the guns knock baddies down in visceral violence just like the old days. Cheesy one liners? Absolutely got'em. Level design? Fantastic. It's one of the best displays 3D Realms has given of their Build Engine, and I highly recommend giving it an honest go.

    Pick it up. It's good. Tell your friends.    … Expand
  5. Herboww
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    Greatest game of 2019, no doubts. Those who rate it negative either are bad at boomer shooters, or are just sad cause mommy can't hold their hand. Git Gud skrubs. :)
  6. M4liciouS34
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    When I told people about my interest in this, I got the same responses every time: ''you really think a 20-year-old engine will cut it nowadays?'', ''looks like another one of those pretentious indie cash grabs to me''.
    I'm also seeing a lot of mixed online reviews from people who clearly didn't grow up with 90's retro shooters and I kinda see where they're coming from but to them I say:    When I told people about my interest in this, I got the same responses every time: ''you really think a 20-year-old engine will cut it nowadays?'', ''looks like another one of those pretentious indie cash grabs to me''.
    I'm also seeing a lot of mixed online reviews from people who clearly didn't grow up with 90's retro shooters and I kinda see where they're coming from but to them I say: I CAN'T HEAR YOU, I'M IN THE PAST AND LIKING IT!
    Back in 1996 I lived for Doom and Duke Nukem 3D, that's why I'm so happy that Ion Fury didn't turn out to be one of those cash grabs because there are indeed PLENTY of those. The whole concept of nostalgia sells and everyone is trying to exploit your fond memories of the past to fill their own pockets.
    This was made by people that obviously have a deep-rooted love for these types of games, with handmade maps and tons of secrets in them for the player to find (the way it should be!).
    The devs could've gone for the Doom 2016 approach; making a faithful continuation of a legacy in a shiny new coat of paint. Instead 3D Realms and Voidpoint went all the way with the retro theme and decided to just push the 20-year-old Build engine to its absolute limits, creating not just a homage, but PURE MAGIC.
    In my opinion 2D games, or games that use 2D sprites in some way age better than the true 3D games and Ion Fury is proof to me that it can STILL work in a first person shooter, even in a time where VR headsets and ultra-realistic graphics that suck your GPU dry are the norm. What good are your amazing graphics anyway if you only have a linear path to follow?
    If you like retro shooters but are tired of playing the likes of Doom, Duke3d and Blood for the billionth time, or if you're tired of modern games that are incomplete, filled with bugs and need 50gb first-day patches to even function at a basic level, then Ion Fury is for YOU!    … Expand
  7. 22Deathgrip
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    -( 1 )- 12 hours of amazing level design, many times higher detail than previous Build games.
    -( 2 )- Tons of hand-painted sprite works, at twice the detail level of DN3D and 4 times that of Doom 2.
    -( 3 )- Large arsenal of creative weapons with secondary fire modes.
    -( 4 )- Amazing TRACKER music, just like in the 90s!
  8. Allard
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    My personal game of the year. The combat is great, the visual design is lavish and striking, the music is eargasm and the level design is choke-full of detail and style. Any old school shooter afficionado owes it to themself to play this one. The team at Voidpoint managed to make a true fourth Build engine classic. Ion Fury is what Duke Nukem Forever should've been. If you ever liked DukeMy personal game of the year. The combat is great, the visual design is lavish and striking, the music is eargasm and the level design is choke-full of detail and style. Any old school shooter afficionado owes it to themself to play this one. The team at Voidpoint managed to make a true fourth Build engine classic. Ion Fury is what Duke Nukem Forever should've been. If you ever liked Duke Nukem 3D, Shadow Warrior '97 or Blood - well, you probably already own it. But if you don't, buy it. These guys get it when it comes to OG FPS and the work they put into this title is nothing short of astounding.… Expand
  9. Lihac
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    Ion Fury is a excellent addition to the collection of FPS games powered by Build engine, and it manages to surpass most of them with it's superior levels; the levels have alot of detail like trash in the streets, graffiti on alley walls, and other smaller things all over the levels, they look amazing for a extremely old engine, and they play like a dream. It, in my personal opinion,Ion Fury is a excellent addition to the collection of FPS games powered by Build engine, and it manages to surpass most of them with it's superior levels; the levels have alot of detail like trash in the streets, graffiti on alley walls, and other smaller things all over the levels, they look amazing for a extremely old engine, and they play like a dream. It, in my personal opinion, surpasses all Build shooters apart from Blood; the weapons are not as creative, and the movement is not as fluid. The movement and weapons in IF are by no means uncreative, and the movement is really good, it's just that Blood surpasses IF. If you like the new wave of retro-styled shooters, Ion Fury is a must-own.… Expand
  10. ZaxxerDog
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    This game has the best level design in any Build game ever. It's just awesome to explore these large, complex layouts. On top of this the art is stellar too, nice high res pixel art as far as the eye can see, the game just looks amazing at high resolutions.

    The gameplay's excellent too with just the right amount of weapons and overall the arsenal feels quite balanced and has a distinct    This game has the best level design in any Build game ever. It's just awesome to explore these large, complex layouts. On top of this the art is stellar too, nice high res pixel art as far as the eye can see, the game just looks amazing at high resolutions.

    The gameplay's excellent too with just the right amount of weapons and overall the arsenal feels quite balanced and has a distinct Shadow Warrior feel to it. The enemies are varied and tough, just how I like it.

    Play this, it's awesome.    … Expand
  11. KapCritic
    Nov 21, 2018
    9
    Пока прошел предварительную версию, но уже в восторге и жду выхода полной версии. Настоящая находка для истинных любителей игр серии Duke Nukem. Графика очень схожа, почти идентична, геймплей, озвучка - в общем всё. Различие составляет сюжет, окружающий мир, оружие.Пока прошел предварительную версию, но уже в восторге и жду выхода полной версии. Настоящая находка для истинных любителей игр серии Duke Nukem. Графика очень схожа, почти идентична, геймплей, озвучка - в общем всё. Различие составляет сюжет, окружающий мир, оружие.
  12. Bras
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    I think its all that build engine can do! Great game like in 90s Shadow Warrior or Duke Nukem!
  13. Kulkuri
    Feb 2, 2020
    9
    This game has some minor issues, but I'm in deeply love with it. It's almost exactly like the FPS games I fell in love with in 90s with every quirk that comes with them but in a really amazing scale. The final boss battle was probably the most disappointing thing but everything else was just glorious. If you like Duke Nukem 3D, Blood, Shadow Warrior and such games, then this is your thing.This game has some minor issues, but I'm in deeply love with it. It's almost exactly like the FPS games I fell in love with in 90s with every quirk that comes with them but in a really amazing scale. The final boss battle was probably the most disappointing thing but everything else was just glorious. If you like Duke Nukem 3D, Blood, Shadow Warrior and such games, then this is your thing. Built using Build Engine it is a visual masterpiece which also sounds magnificent.

    Unfortunately I have to mention that the devs might or might not be SJW appeasers. A large part of this game's character is built around being "slightly immature" calling out holy cows of our time like the games used to do in 90s. I find that kind of nostalgic humour highly entertaining. It's essentially just banter and I wish the devs went even further with it than they did. But it seems that they lacked confidence in their own creation at least when it came to some jokes.

    I wish that they wouldn't censor the game like they said they would to quell the complains from small group of bullies. They also announced they'd cut some of the money they gained from sales of the game to send to these bullies which I found baffling (because it's clear extortion). I didn't take this into account in my score but I think people should know about it. It's sad that I even have to write about this political stuff because the game itself is very good and mostly apolitical.    … Expand
  14. DarkShroom
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    It' very much an extension of an old formula, like Duke3D wih 4x more detail

    now whether you prefer the fantasy of the previous games, like SW, Blood, Duke3D is a matter of choice. It's not got the more detailed story like Blood, but it's more like the almost story-free Duke Nukem... with a woman making the sassy comments instead (reminiscent of NWLF) i think just judge this product    It' very much an extension of an old formula, like Duke3D wih 4x more detail

    now whether you prefer the fantasy of the previous games, like SW, Blood, Duke3D is a matter of choice. It's not got the more detailed story like Blood, but it's more like the almost story-free Duke Nukem... with a woman making the sassy comments instead (reminiscent of NWLF)

    i think just judge this product as a set of excellent levels and weapons, a kinda hands off story that you'll pick up through the tannoy..... just like many old-school shooters that focus on the pure sandbox quality and not just a narrative

    regarding the companies knee-jerk reaction... well it is tough to make decisions in the industry these days that causes social justice warriors to band together to ruin everyones fun. Who cares what a f**b**g is... it's a male handbag..... it's what you say to your mate when he starts taking fashion too serious "nice f*** bro".... "okay mr macho"

    most gays i've ever met, actually do enjoy banter to, without getting offended! i avoid snowflake gays and drama queens because they idiots not do to their sexual preferences    … Expand
  15. DemKin
    May 27, 2020
    10
    Haven't bought or played the game, but when a group comes together to try to shame and insult someone into forcing them to adhere to their point of view, I can't help but feel the need to get back at them, especially when it's those SJWs I can't stand anymore, or the always-furious alt-right, both parties feel like they come to the rescue when they in fact just annoy the h*** out of theHaven't bought or played the game, but when a group comes together to try to shame and insult someone into forcing them to adhere to their point of view, I can't help but feel the need to get back at them, especially when it's those SJWs I can't stand anymore, or the always-furious alt-right, both parties feel like they come to the rescue when they in fact just annoy the h*** out of the rest of us.
    But anyway, this is no place for political conversations, and that's the point.
    10/10, amazing game, would play.    … Expand
  16. g8or8de
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    I was skeptical of purchasing Ion Fury because of the review bombers on Metacritic, but I saw positive reviews on Steam and GOG, so decided to try it.

    Ion Fury is a quality retro FPS - a polished version of the Duke Nukems and Shadow Warriors of old, with updated controls and graphics. I'm currently into my 3rd hour of gameplay, and the game shows polish in every single map I've played    I was skeptical of purchasing Ion Fury because of the review bombers on Metacritic, but I saw positive reviews on Steam and GOG, so decided to try it.

    Ion Fury is a quality retro FPS - a polished version of the Duke Nukems and Shadow Warriors of old, with updated controls and graphics. I'm currently into my 3rd hour of gameplay, and the game shows polish in every single map I've played so far.

    If a developer puts this much heart and soul into making a game, it would be a shame to piss on their efforts. I say give it a try.    … Expand
  17. MrSchipunov
    Dec 27, 2020
    9
    Extremely fun game that apparently got reviewbombed for political reasons. You won't regret buying this, especially when it's on sale.
  18. GenericGamer283
    May 22, 2020
    9
    I'm just making this review to fix the user score, caused by that bs review bombing that hapened almost a year ago, because this game is definitely not a "6.3".
  19. Krakken
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    Excellent game, it clicks on all the major points, its fun, levels are huge with lots of secrets to find, gore, very well designed enemies and weapons. highly recommend it.
  20. Azuris
    May 14, 2020
    8
    + Great Level Design
    + Great World Design
    + Fun Gameplay
    + Shelly is a great Protagonist, want to see more of her
    + Good Music / Sound design

    - it feels like it is missing some bigger or crazier Weapon, like the BFG or a Katana, something playfull
    - In Higher difficulties there could be more Ammo
  21. Chronik808
    Feb 8, 2020
    9
    Perfektní hra ,už se těším na WRATH.
    Iron Fury je rychlá, akční a hodně sexy. Taková střílečka mého mládí v lepším kabátu.
    Build Engine je perfektní a hra v něm běží výborně. Každý kdo rád Duka, Blood nebo Shadow Warrior ihned uvidí super práci jak se dá jenom zlepšovat funkční střílečka a 3D Realms to očividně nezapomněli.
  22. vgi99
    Apr 7, 2020
    8
    Hello from the 90s. In the adventures of Shelly Harrison, you get everything that you love Duke Nukem 3D, Shadow Warrior and Blood for. High speed. Hardcore gameplay without newfangled frills. Cool level design. The bonus is a beautifully designed cyberpunk world of the future. Of the shortcomings, only the modest combat arsenal of Shelly-Bombshelly can be noted.
  23. Apakungen
    Apr 21, 2020
    8
    With its high pace, simplistic gameplay and awesome level-design, Ion Fury reminds you why the 90-s is often called the golden days of FPS.
  24. Zit
    Jul 14, 2020
    9
    This came out just after I got a 100% on World Tour, I was so happy with something else (GOOD waifu girl) to half carry on from Duke. I feel my beef with this game is the backgrounds are too bland at times: I mean it is way to joined on some levels others just look amazing, but a few well bland and carries through-out the stage

    Amazing game: story, the quote lines, stages, music. 2nd of    This came out just after I got a 100% on World Tour, I was so happy with something else (GOOD waifu girl) to half carry on from Duke. I feel my beef with this game is the backgrounds are too bland at times: I mean it is way to joined on some levels others just look amazing, but a few well bland and carries through-out the stage

    Amazing game: story, the quote lines, stages, music. 2nd of this please in the future!.

    Keep the voice actress too she was good gave off the reason's why I like the Duke man for (Jon St.)

    Kudos thanks for a good game    … Expand
  25. ylnylmn
    Jun 30, 2021
    8
    The game is good, I have no idea why it got low ratings. You can play a game like Blood and Shadow Warrior without getting bored. Level designs, environmental interactions, enemy desings, a lot of secret, conflict dynamics, fluency. The cons are that the story is weak and the AI ​​is bad. But I definitely recommend it if you like old style shooters like this I'm sure you will like it.
  26. Kenshirooo
    Jul 14, 2021
    10
    لعبه اسطوريه بمعني الكلمه تستحق عشره من عشره مفيش فيها اي سلبيات لعبه تفكرك بروح وجمال العاب زمان محتاجين من شركات الالعاب تهتم بالنوعيه دي الكلاسيك ارت والبيكسل ارت فن عظيم جدا
  27. Downzone
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    Great game. I loved Duke Nukem 3D and this is the same vibe. Takes me in a time when things and games were more simple
  28. Agitato
    Aug 27, 2019
    8
    A game for fans longing for the good ole days of shooters. Glad they made the decision to not censor after all.
  29. Excelsion
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    Love the game, thanks for not bowing down the disgusting forum called "ResetEra". Great game with amazing gameplay and NO CENSORSHIP.
  30. rdg1994
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    Finally, an honest response from Voidpoint. That was all I wanted.

    Now this score represents only the game. I encourage everybody that made a negative review, to check their twitter/Steam page. They didn't address the "sensitivity training" BS, but I honestly think they understood the message we were trying to tell.
  31. FrostormNidhegg
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    Отличный шутер старого формата. Иногда бесят загадки и не понятно куда идти и что делать, но по сравнению со старым Дюком Нюкемом - тут все очень хорошо и понятно. По поводу мыла гейского - разрабы не стали прогибаться под сжв отбросы, так что все в порядке, гейское мыло осталось. Советую всем любителям старых шутеров.Отличный шутер старого формата. Иногда бесят загадки и не понятно куда идти и что делать, но по сравнению со старым Дюком Нюкемом - тут все очень хорошо и понятно. По поводу мыла гейского - разрабы не стали прогибаться под сжв отбросы, так что все в порядке, гейское мыло осталось. Советую всем любителям старых шутеров.
  32. Slugfest
    Aug 22, 2019
    10
    A masterful edition to the build engine library! Pay no attention to the edgelords bombing the score, they're angry with politics not the game. Game is **** awesome.
  33. GamersTV_ru
    Aug 25, 2019
    10
    Best 3D shooter of 2019! Plz support this project, or we will play only at garbage pay 2 win or game-services.
  34. TheSHEEEP
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    Quite probably the best BUILD Engine game. I don't see a single negative point here.
    Beautiful in every regard.

    And by now the developers have realized their mistake and will hopefully not listen to the perpetually offended outrage mob ever again.
  35. mean_person
    Aug 16, 2019
    9
    Do we need the shooters built on the same principles as 20 years ago in our day and age? Ion Fury tries to convince the players that we do, and here's why. Under the cover of low-res textures and sprite-based enemies is what modern games of the genre lack. First of all, it's the gorgeous level design in which you want to explore every corner and every corridor, since in most cases you canDo we need the shooters built on the same principles as 20 years ago in our day and age? Ion Fury tries to convince the players that we do, and here's why. Under the cover of low-res textures and sprite-based enemies is what modern games of the genre lack. First of all, it's the gorgeous level design in which you want to explore every corner and every corridor, since in most cases you can get into the same room in different ways. And that's beside the visual design which deserves some praise of its own. Voidpoint did a great job and made Build engine work overtime. And the game can give you the false impression that it's a total conversion of Duke Nukem 3D, but half an hour later this impression is nowhere to be seen, the player finds the enemies' location-based damage, the weapons' alt-fire modes, the puzzles that weren't in the shooters back then and most certainly aren't these days. The music deserves some particular praise. In this game it's both punchy electronic pieces and more soothing tracks, that highlight the gloomy world of Neo DC. At the end of the day, Ion Fury perfectly combines both the basis of the shooter games from the latter half of the 90s and the mechanics that weren't privvy to that time period. And I think that not only should the people who miss the older games give Ion Fury a try, but also those who are tired from linear shootouts with hour-long story cutscenes. It is pure concentrated gameplay that keeps you engaged from the start and to the finale.… Expand
  36. thidi00
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    Don't mind these dudes from ResetEra bombing the user score. :^)
    This game is amazing! I really love Duke Nukem 3D and specially Blood, both games developed on the Build Engine. I never thought I would see a new game using the Build Engine being released nowadays, but I was wrong. And is it good? It is damn good!
    The graphics are incredible, the levels are large and fun to explore. The    Don't mind these dudes from ResetEra bombing the user score. :^)
    This game is amazing! I really love Duke Nukem 3D and specially Blood, both games developed on the Build Engine. I never thought I would see a new game using the Build Engine being released nowadays, but I was wrong. And is it good? It is damn good!
    The graphics are incredible, the levels are large and fun to explore. The weapons are not so fun as the ones in Blood, but they are nice and the gameplay is excellent.    … Expand
  37. Owlyz
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    Awesome gameplay! If you enjoyed playing Duke Nukem 3D, Blood, Shadow Warrior, then you will love this title!
  38. carnivorCactae
    Oct 20, 2019
    8
    Positives:

    - great gunplay - breathtaking leveldesign - truly earcandy soundtrack that never gets old - varied enemy-types - fast and fluid gameplay that does not waste your time - no annyoing cut-scenes, QTE-bullcrap or tedious and boring exposition - chock-full with secrets and eastereggs Negatives: - Boss-battles are tedious and not fun due to constant ammo-shortage and    Positives:

    - great gunplay
    - breathtaking leveldesign
    - truly earcandy soundtrack that never gets old
    - varied enemy-types
    - fast and fluid gameplay that does not waste your time
    - no annyoing cut-scenes, QTE-bullcrap or tedious and boring exposition
    - chock-full with secrets and eastereggs

    Negatives:

    - Boss-battles are tedious and not fun due to constant ammo-shortage and insta-death-traps
    - No overpowered, level-clearing UBer-weapon like the BFG
    - gore-system is a littlebit lackluster
    - Soundtrack-files (as the CD, too!) are inclomplete and short    … Expand
  39. Ramiro1992
    Jan 23, 2020
    9
    This is probably among the best FPS I have ever played in my life, and I have played a lot. This games takes everything good about other FPS and also improves what is wrong with other games of the same genre. Delightful every second, never gets repetitive, and it is so funny and addictive (in a good way) that it is hard to explain with words. This game is very underrated but mostlyThis is probably among the best FPS I have ever played in my life, and I have played a lot. This games takes everything good about other FPS and also improves what is wrong with other games of the same genre. Delightful every second, never gets repetitive, and it is so funny and addictive (in a good way) that it is hard to explain with words. This game is very underrated but mostly overlooked by most reviewers. This game means QUALITY in every single aspect, except a couple of them, for example the secrets, they are great but some of them are so hidden and almost impossible to find during a normal playthrough. The action is amazingly crafted and the OST is an absolute masterpiece.

    GAMEPLAY [9/10]: The gameplay is almost perfect, every weapon is useful and it feels very realistic and at the same time kind of bizarre. The creepy and urban atmosphere is among the best I have seen, it's easily to get immersed into the beautiful level design, lots of light effects and things happening, the stages feel really alive, like you are actually there and that place went through someting huge. The stage variety is wonderful, you can be on the streets of a huge futuristic city, and in other stage you can be in a house of horrors, with spooky hallways and gardens. The hitbox detection is not perfect but works so well, if you hit enemies in the head they will either die or get a lot of damage, there is a special ability (only with the revolver) that let you aim to the head of the enemies and then release the mouse button to give auto head shots, this ability is not easy to use cause the aim lasts briefly but if you can pull it out it works nice. The game feels so comfortable to play that you will forget of your surroundings and enjoy this game to the fullest.
    GRAPHICS [10/10]: This game uses the build engine, and it uses it in the best possible way. The most gorgeous textures that made 90's video games so good to look at, your eyes would be thankfull to you for the rest of the day after watching this game. The animations and the enviroment interaction are a nice touch, there are some minor details that I dislike, like not being able to interact with a few things or bullets not marking in certain things, but most of the time you will see bullet marks in most of the things you shoot. The death animations of the enemies, the explosions and the whole graphical effects are so nice.
    SOUND/MUSIC [9/10]: The OST has a few amazing tracks, not every track is great, but the ones that are actually good will make you love them, from relaxing tunes like Le Mansion (the best IMO) to the frenetic night club music of the first stage, it is music for almost every taste. Now from the sound department, I gotta say that the voice acting is wonderful, Shelly has the most lovely voice I have ever heard from a female video game character, yet at the same time she sounds so badass without loosing her female side. The quotes are most of them good, and a few of them are okay. Little bit of unnecessary swearing but nothing excessive.
    STORY [8/10]: Some mad scientist called Heskel is making robotic machines to rule over the world, but it is an old styled FPS, who needs a big story? Also the quality of a game is in the fact of being able to play it, not watching 2 hs long cutscenes explaining the story. During the course of the game, you will hear everything you need to know about the storyline.
    REPLAYABILITY [8/10]: Due to the fact that there are so many secrets in this game and well suited difficulty levels, this has some great replay value, but not as much as some would expect, if there's replay value, is for the sake of loving this game (I really do). So I would recommend this game without doubting, it is one of the best FPS ever made IMHO.
    OVERALL [9/10] This game takes me back to everything I loved as a late 90's child, reminds me to the best FPS games ever made: Duke Nukem 3D, Shadow Warrior, Blood and ... Doom, why not? It is kind of sad this masterpiece didn't get a physical release (just like in the old days) but the fact that is on steam and in GOG makes it a must have for every people that likes video games.    … Expand
  40. nykfist
    Nov 20, 2019
    8
    Really fun shooter. Character dialogue and naughty sense-of-humour is perfect..
  41. Babutto
    Dec 8, 2019
    8
    Pros.:
    - nostalgic game design and graphics. For DN fans;
    - quite interesting story and difficulty pace; - variety of weapons; - many, MANY secrets to explore; - map bugs when you can go to the edge of the map. It's fun; - music. Some tracks are cool. Cons: - sometimes boring; - sometimes you feel the game takes too long to finish; - graphics and speed of running may cause    Pros.:
    - nostalgic game design and graphics. For DN fans;
    - quite interesting story and difficulty pace;
    - variety of weapons;
    - many, MANY secrets to explore;
    - map bugs when you can go to the edge of the map. It's fun;
    - music. Some tracks are cool.

    Cons:
    - sometimes boring;
    - sometimes you feel the game takes too long to finish;
    - graphics and speed of running may cause headaches;
    - some monsters and enemies seem annoying and predictable.

    Not the best shooter, but definitely worth trying.    … Expand
  42. BFG-1337
    Mar 25, 2021
    8
    For someone who has never played Duke Nukem 3D or Blood this was really refreshing and lots of fun, I really think that think game alone is better than Doom 2016, Doom Eternal and Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus. - I think that those games don't even come close to Ion Fury for level design and weapons.

    Highs: Great level design, unique weapons, great soundtrack, fair difficulty Lows:    For someone who has never played Duke Nukem 3D or Blood this was really refreshing and lots of fun, I really think that think game alone is better than Doom 2016, Doom Eternal and Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus. - I think that those games don't even come close to Ion Fury for level design and weapons.

    Highs: Great level design, unique weapons, great soundtrack, fair difficulty
    Lows: Lack of supershotgun (there is a poster in the game that advertises an "Ion Shotgun" but there is no such weapon in the game only the basic shotgun), earlier bossfights can be harder than later ones (mech boss).

    It's all around a great game with real heart and soul, modern AAA games can't touch this game and in fact are eating It's dust in my world.    … Expand
  43. PrincePAUL87
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    It doesn't reinvent the wheel but it never intends to. It delivers a very solid 90's FPS experience with an ambition that is clearly massive in the developers! Given what the aim of this game is, I think it delivers a perfect experience. Many comparisons are being made to other Build Engine games but just because they share an engine doesn't mean they need to be exactly the same either.It doesn't reinvent the wheel but it never intends to. It delivers a very solid 90's FPS experience with an ambition that is clearly massive in the developers! Given what the aim of this game is, I think it delivers a perfect experience. Many comparisons are being made to other Build Engine games but just because they share an engine doesn't mean they need to be exactly the same either.
    -Sidenote
    A small group of users are misusing the site and giving the game 0's due to drawing conclusions and comparisons where there are none. This site is for reviewing products, not people. With the same logic these people use, they should stop banking, using tap water, electricity, the internet... Because I assure you, all of these exist due in part to people with much more "old fashioned" values.    … Expand
  44. Kharnivore2099
    Aug 17, 2019
    9
    This is possibly been the most enjoyable "new" FPS i've played in a long time. It's just balls to the wall action all the way through; with impressively complex maps, a variety of hilariously lethal weapons, mounds of game/movie references and buckets full of gore and gibs. Not to mention amusing commentary from our bad-ass protagonist. There are some pretty damn good tunes to he heardThis is possibly been the most enjoyable "new" FPS i've played in a long time. It's just balls to the wall action all the way through; with impressively complex maps, a variety of hilariously lethal weapons, mounds of game/movie references and buckets full of gore and gibs. Not to mention amusing commentary from our bad-ass protagonist. There are some pretty damn good tunes to he heard too, though i did end up turning it off so that i could hear the enemies and the ambient sounds a little more clearly.

    There's no long drawn out dialogue and narratives, no excruciating cut-scenes, no hub areas where you needlessly fetch things for your friends, no hiding behind corners to heal up, no way-point marker directing you to your goal, no escort missions, no faux political stances or virtue signalling. It's just an old-school bullet fest, which is sorely needed in this industry today.

    I only have one real complaint, which is that the enemy AI isn't the smartest. I've seen numerous groups of enemies tucked into corners at times, and many getting stuck behind doors and other moveable assets. That said, it means i can make use of some of the explosive weapons! I've seen numerous people experiencing performance issues, but haven't witnessed any myself. It's consistently whirring away at around 220-240fps on my machine, and stays solidly locked at 60fps on one of the other PCs i use.

    I see there are a few 0 or 1 scores here now, which is completely absurd, unless you genuinely can't run the game. I understand it's not for everyone and the 6-7 scores make perfect sense, depending on what you are looking for in this type of game, but it's almost like people are hating on it for some other reason other than the content of the game. So keep that in mind when reading them!    … Expand
  45. Xaenot
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    This game hits me right in the nostalgia.
    For all of you out there that likes Duke Nukem, Doom, Heretic, Blood, etc. Kinda the same graphics (but with better sprites, resolution and more pixels), but the gameplay, MAN, THE GAMEPLAY it's so smooth, the soundtrack is amazing and the sounds of the guns, bullets, broken windows, are so spot on. You know the drill, grab keys, kill guys, get    This game hits me right in the nostalgia.
    For all of you out there that likes Duke Nukem, Doom, Heretic, Blood, etc. Kinda the same graphics (but with better sprites, resolution and more pixels), but the gameplay, MAN, THE GAMEPLAY it's so smooth, the soundtrack is amazing and the sounds of the guns, bullets, broken windows, are so spot on. You know the drill, grab keys, kill guys, get out.

    You need to run this game on "classic" render, it's so much fun!    … Expand
  46. t3hgonz01
    Aug 16, 2019
    10
    All the low reviews are from casuals used to modern shooter hand-holding. Combat is frantic and punishes mistakes and the level design is fantastic, creating an immersive environment and a good sense of progression. Only issues i had (finished on Ultra Viscera) were some funkiness from the AI (occasionally) and, while a small gripe, i wish there were more call out voice lines from theAll the low reviews are from casuals used to modern shooter hand-holding. Combat is frantic and punishes mistakes and the level design is fantastic, creating an immersive environment and a good sense of progression. Only issues i had (finished on Ultra Viscera) were some funkiness from the AI (occasionally) and, while a small gripe, i wish there were more call out voice lines from the player character as the 7-10 of them can be a bit repetitive (but that could also be due to me marathoning it on UV). Overall I absolutely loved this game and Voidpoint/3D Realms have done a fantastic job with this throwback to the old school FPS.… Expand
  47. muldjord
    Aug 17, 2019
    9
    I'm pretty amazed with what these guys manage to squeeze out of the old Build Engine. The interactivity is top-notch, just like the old days. And I absolutely love the voxel sprites. I loved them in Blood and I am very glad they are now back in Ion Fury. And some of them are even animated!

    The levels are pretty huge and contain some interesting checkpoints that will often change them in    I'm pretty amazed with what these guys manage to squeeze out of the old Build Engine. The interactivity is top-notch, just like the old days. And I absolutely love the voxel sprites. I loved them in Blood and I am very glad they are now back in Ion Fury. And some of them are even animated!

    The levels are pretty huge and contain some interesting checkpoints that will often change them in some pretty drastic ways as to open up new areas. I like that. And as I would have expected (and hoped for) the levels are non-linear. You will often find yourself back at places you've already been to. And they seem to be designed around hubs in each level. An open space where stuff spreads out around. At some point you will have unlocked and discovered what you need to proceed to the next hub. It works very well. Oh, and the attention to detail in all maps is astounding!

    If I should point fingers at something, it would be that the game is a bit too colorful for my taste. I liked the color palette of Blood a lot better. It still had color, but it was a bit more subtle. Other than that I am thoroughly enjoying myself playing this game.    … Expand
  48. ArcaneShadow
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    Freaking amazing, doom was my first video game and this just brings back all that experience with better gameplay.
  49. Heinekev
    Aug 17, 2019
    10
    Took me straight back to my childhood. This game is fantastic, well paced, fun, and a breath of fresh air. Highly recommend, even at $25!
  50. Cybersaber
    Aug 18, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fantastic romp that serves as a reminder of when shooters had heart. In a world were generic military shooters give you the 'battle royale' over and over again, Ion Fury steps in and gives a fun and fresh experience with giant levels that have multiple paths and tons of secrets.… Expand
  51. DogDoggington
    Aug 27, 2019
    8
    Grow the **** up and review the game, not the politics you fools. "Bending the knee" doesn't affect game play or story and complaining about it just makes you look like idiots. Overall a fun game though. Would wait to buy it on sale as $25 is a bit much for a quick game I won't go back to super soon. Maybe wait for it to drop to $15 on sale.
  52. JimmieReview
    Aug 18, 2019
    8
    An excellent first person shooter. As much as this appeals to retro gamers, I would say any FPS fan will enjoy this. Level design is superb, each level feels unqiue and has a great mixup of close quarters fighting, arena brawls and in between sections. Very good level of detail in everything in this game and its well-balanced. If playing on ultra visceral as I have done, there is aAn excellent first person shooter. As much as this appeals to retro gamers, I would say any FPS fan will enjoy this. Level design is superb, each level feels unqiue and has a great mixup of close quarters fighting, arena brawls and in between sections. Very good level of detail in everything in this game and its well-balanced. If playing on ultra visceral as I have done, there is a learning curve. You must learn the loverboy (pistol) second firing technique to take on the heads crawling on floors and for most things flying. Music and sound effects are top notch too. The art style is great, which shows in both textures and enemy models.

    What is stopping this game from being an 10/10 for me is a greater variety in weapons and a more engaging storyline. But it is definitely an 8/10. Been playing it using a ps4 controller and it works great so if you like playing on the TV and using a gamepad that will work for this game no problems.    … Expand
  53. Karma_police
    Aug 18, 2019
    10
    So this game is basically what would have happened if classic FPSs didn't die, it is an evolution in every way and form to the classic fpss like Duke or Shadow Warrior, it never gets comfortable just replicating the feeling, the game manages to bring new stuff to the table that makes it feel new, but nostalgic at the same time, the gameplay is amazing and the level design is superb, iSo this game is basically what would have happened if classic FPSs didn't die, it is an evolution in every way and form to the classic fpss like Duke or Shadow Warrior, it never gets comfortable just replicating the feeling, the game manages to bring new stuff to the table that makes it feel new, but nostalgic at the same time, the gameplay is amazing and the level design is superb, i could not recommend it enough for people who lived through the PC FPSs era in the 90s, and to the people who did not play any of the genre's classics this would be the best way of getting into the genre.

    PD: don't mind the mad SJWs review bombing the game, apparently review bombing is only bad, toxic and entitled if gamers do it, but if they do it then it's completely fair and reasonable, they are just proving the devs words, SJWs are completely nuts, same for all the enraged tr@nnies offended by the truth.    … Expand
  54. ElWray
    Aug 27, 2019
    8
    Great game, glad they saw the light and kept the game the way it is.
    I don't respect censorship at all, so this kinda put the bad taste out of my mouth.
    Still, it's a new - old school 90's shooter, you run around fast and shoot things, do puzzles, platform and make wisecracks, sometimes politically incorrect. If that sounds good to you, you'll have a blast. If not, please stay the hell    Great game, glad they saw the light and kept the game the way it is.
    I don't respect censorship at all, so this kinda put the bad taste out of my mouth.
    Still, it's a new - old school 90's shooter, you run around fast and shoot things, do puzzles, platform and make wisecracks, sometimes politically incorrect. If that sounds good to you, you'll have a blast. If not, please stay the hell away from this game. The same goes for any game btw.    … Expand
  55. 99thRangernick
    Aug 20, 2019
    8
    Right so my previous review was critical about the developers' bigoted remarks, however since then they have apologized and taken steps towards rectifying the situation including making a donation to The Trevor Project. I'm changing my review based on this to solely reflect the gameplay experience and not the controversy surrounding the bigotry and subsequent apology and actions takenRight so my previous review was critical about the developers' bigoted remarks, however since then they have apologized and taken steps towards rectifying the situation including making a donation to The Trevor Project. I'm changing my review based on this to solely reflect the gameplay experience and not the controversy surrounding the bigotry and subsequent apology and actions taken including the patch to remove the bigoted content present in the game (although I do find it a bit funny that everyone praising the game for "owning the libs" with its offensive content are now incredibly offended that the developers are attempting to be decent human beings).

    The gameplay is fine and is one of the better games using the Build engine. Runs well on most systems, even lower-end ones. The difficulty can be rough and you'll find yourself dying a lot at times, especially on the higher two difficulties, but that's about par for the course for shooters of this genre and of the time period that this game is trying to pay homage to. Same goes for the levels: they can be a bit confusing to navigate, especially when you're at a breakneck pace and having to deal with multiple enemies. The lower-resolution textures also hurt my eyes when looking at them for a while, although others may not have that problem.

    At this point, now that everything is settled behind the scenes, I'd recommend to try and ignore any reactionary reviews and comments about the game (from both the bigots and the non-bigots) and try to focus on the game itself now. The "censorship" is literally one texture changed on a small object in the game and some out of bounds developer text that uses a homophobic slur (the one that used to be used to refer to a bundle of sticks and cigarettes). If that is really such a deal breaker for buying a video game, I'd honestly wager that you're buying video games for the wrong reasons.    … Expand
  56. Dunge
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Don't listen to the outrage mob of review bombers who think being a nice person is weak while being disrespectful somehow needs to be defended. I hate how social media propaganda shaped this breed of modern idiots hell bent on fighting for the wrong things. They claims to be against people uselessly complaining and interfering with game development while behaving 10x worse themselves, it'sDon't listen to the outrage mob of review bombers who think being a nice person is weak while being disrespectful somehow needs to be defended. I hate how social media propaganda shaped this breed of modern idiots hell bent on fighting for the wrong things. They claims to be against people uselessly complaining and interfering with game development while behaving 10x worse themselves, it's pretty childish and pathetic. Devs did a good thing by removing the content who shouldn't have been there in the first place.

    That being said, a game should be reviewed for the content, not the meta.

    Level design is the best I've seen since a while, and I've played pretty much all FPS game campaigns out there. Gameplay is fast and responsive and satisfying, just like the modern DOOM without the quick time events always breaking the pace. Game is pretty lengthy and keep consistent quality all way long. I just wish there was a bit more enemy diversity.    … Expand
  57. Lordbadface
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Excelente juego con buenas mecánicas de disparo y una historia interesante.No escuchen a los idiotas que se quejan de censura cuando ni siquiera lo han jugado. Los anti-sjw van a morir algún día.
  58. interlinked
    Sep 16, 2019
    8
    A good but not great throwback to a simpler time. Not the best 3D Realms game, but certainly a step in the right direction. If you loved Duke 3D I would say definitely give this game a shot.

    *To all the 0's out there: Grow up. You're legitimately not only toxic to this website, but make "gamers" look bad as well. 3D Realms said they were going to remove a joke because it's 2019 and    A good but not great throwback to a simpler time. Not the best 3D Realms game, but certainly a step in the right direction. If you loved Duke 3D I would say definitely give this game a shot.

    *To all the 0's out there: Grow up. You're legitimately not only toxic to this website, but make "gamers" look bad as well. 3D Realms said they were going to remove a joke because it's 2019 and people are chamin soft, but recanted the the statement and the dialogue is still in the game.    … Expand
  59. bepebka
    Aug 22, 2019
    10
    The game is great. All thing we love from Build engine games are here. Also **** SJW scum. They can suck ass.
  60. LastingVacancy
    Jul 9, 2020
    8
    There was some controversy about transphobic remarks hidden in this game, which upset some people (and quite rightly so) which prompted the developers to try and censor it - which, in turn, offended some status quo warriors who hate the idea of basic human decency in a modern society.

    With that out of the way, and if the whiff of controversy about a game doesn't turn you off too much,    There was some controversy about transphobic remarks hidden in this game, which upset some people (and quite rightly so) which prompted the developers to try and censor it - which, in turn, offended some status quo warriors who hate the idea of basic human decency in a modern society.

    With that out of the way, and if the whiff of controversy about a game doesn't turn you off too much, Ion Fury (formerly Ion Maiden, until the band threw a hissy fit) is a solid first-person-shooter made in the 20-year-old build engine, by the original users of the build engine. Taking modern ideas - a likeable female protagonist, specific weapons as keys to interact with the environment, making said environments actually LOOK like a plce you would actually see in real life - and old-school gameplay, like more than two weapons (that all look and feel great to use,) open-ended levels that encourage and reward exploration, and a colourful variety of enemies with different weaknesses and tactics - and smashes it all together. It's a little messy, but then so is making a cake, and as long as you get all the right ingredients and set it to bake for the right length of time, you're more than likely to get something good.

    Ion Fury has some odd keybinding options, awkward hitboxes, and the inescapable feeling of nostalgia that hangs over the whole experience like a bad mood - but the build engine still works well, Shelly "Bombshell" Harrison is a fun hero to take control of with a magnificent arsenal of guns and quips, and the world is cyberpunk with a wry sense of irony that doesn't get in the way too much. Overall, I firmly recommend Ion Fury, though it will remain "Ion Maiden" in my heart.    … Expand
  61. quirewise
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    Arguably one of—if not the best—modern retro shooter, Ion Fury delivers on all fronts. With its outstanding music, excellent gameplay, incredible visuals, it's a game that will surely take you back to the gold age of first-person shooters. So for players who are up for a good challenge and a fast-paced and action-packed experience, you'll be hard-pressed to find anything better than IonArguably one of—if not the best—modern retro shooter, Ion Fury delivers on all fronts. With its outstanding music, excellent gameplay, incredible visuals, it's a game that will surely take you back to the gold age of first-person shooters. So for players who are up for a good challenge and a fast-paced and action-packed experience, you'll be hard-pressed to find anything better than Ion Fury.

    Warning: This game isn't for children. Or cowards.    … Expand

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#90 Best PC Game of 2019
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#48 Most Discussed PC Game of 2019
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#16 Most Shared PC Game of 2019

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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Worth Playing
    Dec 2, 2019
    90
    Ion Fury is an old-school shooting fan's dream. All of the mechanics are intact, from non-regenerative health to the ability to carry a full arsenal of weapons, and the level design feels intuitive and encourages exploration without needing waypoints. Some of the new mechanics fit in well, but a few, like the need to reload, only increase the difficulty on a tough game. Seeing all of this done on a decades-old engine is enough to convince you of the versatility of those old FPS engines. Unless you hate the old FPS style, Ion Fury is a must-have for your gaming library.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 16, 2019
    80
    Great and fun homage to the retro shooters from the 90s
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  3. GameGrin
    Sep 20, 2019
    80
    A very well-made, entertaining throwback shooter with some useful quality of life improvements, but nothing you didn't see 20 years ago.
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