Insurgency: Sandstorm

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 28 Ratings

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  • Summary: Insurgency: Sandstorm is a team-based, tactical FPS based on lethal close quarters combat and objective-oriented multiplayer gameplay. Experience the intensity of modern combat where skill is rewarded, and teamwork wins the fight.

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Insurgency: Sandstorm - Official Gameplay Trailer | E3 2018

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Pure Xbox
    Nov 27, 2022
    90
    Insurgency: Sandstorm is a unique Xbox shooter, and an absolute blast to play when you really get to grips with its core mechanics. While the shooting on offer here perhaps most resembles something like Rainbow Six: Siege or PUBG on console, Sandstorm carves out its own niche by offering authentic gunplay across a wide array of game modes, including plenty of co-op action for those who prefer some PvE gameplay. Its unforgiving shooting mechanics won't be for everyone, but Insurgency: Sandstorm rewards those who really learn how to play it, resulting in one of the most satisfying first-person shooters on Xbox today.
  2. TheXboxHub
    Oct 8, 2021
    90
    Insurgency: Sandstorm is a completely immersive experience. The level designs are fantastic, the simple gameplay is executed exquisitely, the level of customisation of characters and loadouts is various and the sound design is like nothing I’ve ever experienced.
  3. Xbox Tavern
    Oct 6, 2021
    84
    What you’ll find here isn’t the next game to join the contest of who can be the biggest FPS hit of the year, but rather a game that focuses on realism, action, and teamwork. It trades the big-budget effects for the nitty-gritty darkened warfare and it does this in a way that feels believable and enthralling, whilst managing to scratch that one-more-go itch as each round concludes, and for the efforts, it might just be the surprise big hitter of the year from the FPS genre after all.
  4. Generación Xbox
    Oct 28, 2021
    82
    Insurgency: Sandstorm finally reaches the Xbox coast after a successful launch on PC. This tactical shooter will put you in the center of the Middle East conflict with astonishing realism where cooperation and coordination between team members will be essential for a positive outcome.
  5. Screen Rant
    Oct 3, 2021
    80
    Insurgency: Sandstorm is a balanced mix of realism and enjoyable gameplay, with very few downsides. The game is challenging and can take some getting used to, but even with its level of difficulty, it's still a lot fun. Insurgency: Sandstorm offers the option to spend some time with AI teammates to develop strategies and practice. Although there is no campaign mode, players can also train at the range, which spawns in different types of enemy forces. Insurgency: Sandstorm is a realistic and difficult first-person shooter with diverse game modes and hours of unique entertainment.
  6. SomosXbox
    Oct 3, 2021
    80
    Insurgency: Sandstorm is finally coming to Xbox. It's a fresh proposition for fans of realistic and tactical multiplayer shooters. And the console adaptation lives up to expectations on a technical level, with good performance, which is what we were most concerned about.
  7. XboxAddict
    Oct 25, 2021
    76
    Insurgency: Sandstorm isn’t the prettiest game I’ve played, graphics could be crisper and cleaner, but it’s raw and gritty. As someone who isn’t as comfortable with PvP gaming, my reflexes can’t keep up anymore, though I thoroughly enjoyed my time playing Insurgency: Sandstorm. Co-op play with a team against AI was a much more pleasant experience than I anticipated and actually found myself wanting to play more than expected.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 11
  3. Negative: 3 out of 11
  1. BasicallyRipped
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    Absolutely a 10/10 experience for me, I've been wanting this kinda game for so long on consoles now it's finally here. It has some minor issueAbsolutely a 10/10 experience for me, I've been wanting this kinda game for so long on consoles now it's finally here. It has some minor issue which are easily fixable. The proximity voice chat and the sound design are what make this game different from other shooters… Expand
  2. MelGibson
    Oct 2, 2021
    10
    If your into slow paced tactical shooters, and sick and tired of arcade shooters like Cod, then this is a must buy. There are a few bugs, butIf your into slow paced tactical shooters, and sick and tired of arcade shooters like Cod, then this is a must buy. There are a few bugs, but they are being patched. Most fun ive had in pvp since the early days of Rainbow Six Siege. Thank you developers! Im Having a blast!… Expand
  4. OS0PA3R0X
    Jul 12, 2023
    10
    exelente jueo muy entretenido buena jugabilidad exelente gamplay modos de juego armas personalizacion y esta en game pass que podrias pedir de mas
  5. ANICEGG
    Feb 5, 2023
    9
    One of the best fps game I have ever played. Everything in this game was beautiful, the landscapes, the guns, the tactics but mostly theOne of the best fps game I have ever played. Everything in this game was beautiful, the landscapes, the guns, the tactics but mostly the amazing soundtrack design. You could be turning your head expecting the gunshot to happen in real life. It’s kind of sad that the devs don’t update the game frequently because it’s 2000 players could have went up a lot.… Expand
  6. Jrussell713
    Nov 17, 2021
    8
    This game is awesome! I don’t think I’ll play Battlefield or Call of Duty again.
  7. PasiMetaAho
    Apr 24, 2022
    6
    Compared to most modern shooters its good but the slow pacing and unusable explosives ruin the game for hardcore players.

    Here's what im    Compared to most modern shooters its good but the slow pacing and unusable explosives ruin the game for hardcore players.

    Here's what im talking about: https://youtu.be/oqOSmrAtxUs    … Expand
  8. Cadako
    May 18, 2022
    0
    Highly unoptimized for console. You literally play at 20-30 FPS even in next gen. The sound engine is the absolute worst for trying to hearHighly unoptimized for console. You literally play at 20-30 FPS even in next gen. The sound engine is the absolute worst for trying to hear your enemies, the most important thing in the game. Enemy shoots to your left, he could easily be to your right, doesn’t matter if you have headphones. If he’s shooting above, he could be on the same level as you, can’t tell. Don’t waste your money.… Expand

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#6 Best Xbox One Game of 2021
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#15 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2021
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#1 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2021