Metal Fatigue

 PC
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
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  1. ActionTrip
    87
    With its catchy graphics and refreshing gameplay ideas, it turned my skepticism into a full-fledged, addictive gaming experience.
  2. PC Gameworld
    85
    What it lacks in storyline depth and musical variety, it makes up for in addictive gameplay and detailed battle animations.
  3. GameSpy
    85
    Does the formula of giant robots and three-tiered combat succeed? Definitely. But there are a few quirks along the way to deal with, most notably the anemic unit pathfinding AI.
  5. Spank!
    84
    A great RTS game with several nice wrinkles to distinguish it from the general morass that has become the norm recently.
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  6. GamePro
    80
    The real standout feature that sets this game apart is how players must manage their forces not only on the planet's surface, but also in the asteroid orbit above, and in the deep tunnels and caverns below.

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#90 Best PC Game of 2000
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#43 Most Discussed PC Game of 2000

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User Score
8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 69 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 69
  3. Negative: 4 out of 69
  1. Devalinor
    Aug 28, 2012
    10
    One of my favorite games in childhood, and its really a remake worth, or a sequel. I love the way how you build your robots, fight with themOne of my favorite games in childhood, and its really a remake worth, or a sequel. I love the way how you build your robots, fight with them and maybe shoot of the arm of another robot to pick it up for you own and continue the fight with it.… Full Review »
  2. ChrisK.
    May 30, 2006
    7
    This is probably the only real time strategy game so far by 2006, which has AIs assembling mechanical bots (the large androids people think This is probably the only real time strategy game so far by 2006, which has AIs assembling mechanical bots (the large androids people think are Gundam Wing action figures). Intuitive and original... only thing missing... map editor. If you buy the game, know that the fights will be more reckless skirmishes than strategic manuvers like any other real time strategy games. The most fun I have gotten out of this game was probably just building a base with killer robots and make it look cool. You play in the skies, on the surface, and underground. Your robots also fly! Woosh. Sad to say, the giant androids are probably the only thing keeping this game alive.… Full Review »
  3. Toastys120
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Love this Game.

    Three layers of action and a good story. I know it has some issues but overall the Idea is nice, performed pretty well and    Love this Game.

    Three layers of action and a good story. I know it has some issues but overall the Idea is nice, performed pretty well and it's fun to play in general ! Hope there will be a Patch or a steam integration released.    … Full Review »
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