> Bought during Steam Sale (well worth it).
> Linked up with an old mate for some classic co-op vibes.
> AXIS INVASION MODE
> [Addiction warning]: Game's so good, got me thinking about it during my dayjob & lost sleep on the weeknights. Take it as you will.

Coming from playing SE4 (and fairly seasoned), this one is a little less 'snappy'/responsive in the smoothness of gameplay, but definitely compensates on the new features/mprovements in weapon customization, missions and my personal favourite: Axis Invasion mode.

Hunting a lone online player just minding his/her business playing a campaign mission is just brilliant. Some playthroughs can last >1 hour, others last <5 mins. But the REAL thrill is when an online Axis Sniper invades YOUR mission. If there's a game where you're seeking some quick adrenaline & putting your tacticool awareness skills to the test, look no further.

Weapon selection is a bit lacking but backed up with a versatile customization. DLCs are available but I would suggest thinking twice before purchasing them (even on a discount).

Campaign maps are ASTONISHINGLY WELL DESIGNED. The detail, ambience, sound atmosphere is just pure talent & hard work. Sometimes really feels like you're walking through a work of art whilst taking out Nazis every other corner.

Overall: 8.5/10
A well-made sequel, but i.m.o not enough to be throned as the best in series.

Got the full GOTY Edition during Steam sale.

+ Very addictive gameplay.
+ Really hits the spot in terms of replayability.
+ A plethora of things to accomplish, challenges to beat, high scores to surpass.
+ Maps are very intricately designed, down to individual assets (NPCs, objects, weapons, items placement etc.)
+ Superb value-of-money if this was the only title in your library and you're a gaming addict.

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Unfortunately, the game CRASHES a fairly frequently (and I'm using a Samsung 860 EVO SSD). Worst of all is when it happens during UNSAVEABLE playthroughs (you know which game mode).

Your mood's instantly spoilt knowing that you're having a HITMAN sesh and you're racing against a POTENTIAL GAME CRASH. Would've spent more hours on this game but yeah, I've had enough disappointment from my grinding runs just disappearing abruptly.

3rd person adventure game, playing as a cat in a cyberpunk-esque, post-human dystopian world.
What's not to like?

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Graphics are SPECTACULAR. Crisp detail behind every single prop and well-balanced ambient lighting all around simply makes Stray a screenshot haven.
- Storyline is captivating, yet not too overwhelming. Each chapter played would instinctively want you to recap your last playthrough.
- Interesting puzzles throughout all chapters which keep the playthroughs interesting, but nothing overly challenging.
- Fair amount of side quests to get you sidetracked and explore the map before you proceed with the main objectives.

ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT:
- Game mechanics become buggy/glitchy at times, but nothing too critical.
- Background music... intermittently stops when traversing through certain areas (ruins immersion).
- Certain controls (e.g: Inventory & Help Menu) do not respond sometimes during certain sessions.

Overall, Stray manages to successfully pull off a magical game where you just wanna escape reality and immerse yourself in a world that people could have only dreamt of before.

4.5/5

A bit late to the party, but 5 years later this game apparently still kicks ass!

As a GR: Wildlands veteran, playing SE4 takes me back to 2017 when I was roaming Bolivia hunting for narcs every other day. Ton of replay-ability for a single title. Great story and voice casting too.

Probably one of the best Steam Summer Sale gifts I've gotten in a while.
Thanks (ya know who you are)!

Supposedly dubbed as the 'WW2 version' of SQUAD.

The general gameplay & combat is unforgiving most of the time.
The sort of game which you'll GENERALLY be:
> running for 5-10 mins to get to frontline or strategic position
> get shot / sniped outta nowhere suddenly
> Stare into the black 'You Are Dead' screen and question whether you really enjoy this game or not.

A lot of campers and cheap shooters (because that's how war is won hey).
Just like SQUAD, it's probably more fun when there's proper teamwork & comms happening.

Overall: 3.5/5
Would only play if the mates are keen for a session.

stronk throwback to the mid-2000s internet life.

short & bittersweet playthrough.
probs would bring some PTSD nostalgia for those who knew a girl like Emily at some point of youth.

Absolute classic.
It's like chess, but with shooter elements & situational tactics applied. Character (squad) progression is also another reason to invest your time into this game, but don't get TOO overly-attached to them...

gud game. neds biger & moar aktif pleyurbaes.