This weekend you can try the shooter Insurgency: Sandstorm for free on Steam. It is considered particularly difficult and has built a solid community since its release in 2018. But who is it interesting for?
What kind of game is this? Insurgency: Sandstorm is a tactical first-person shooter set in a war-torn region of the Middle East.
The game emphasizes “slow” and “realistic” gameplay. Weapons are very deadly but also hard to control. Teamwork is also in the foreground.
The game offers various multiplayer modes but no single-player content or story. However, you can play against AI opponents to get used to the game.
Who is the shooter worth it for? If Call of Duty is too easy and Squad is too complicated, then Insurgency: Sandstorm is just right for you.
You don’t need to invest much time if you already have experience with shooters, but you will still need to get used to handling the weapons and the short “Time To Kill”.
Moreover, many reviews on Steam indicate that you should not buy the shooter if you only want to play solo. Multiplayer and communication with teammates are said to be crucial.
How long is the game free? You can play Insurgency: Sandstorm for free until Monday, February 8 at 8:59 AM on Steam. So you have all weekend to test it extensively.
If you then want to buy the game, you can get it at a 50% discount during the same period.
Hardcore approach and gameplay are praised, graphics criticized
What content does the game offer?
- Various PvP modes like Firefight, Skirmish, or Team Deathmatch in 16v16
- Coop modes where you can team up with 7 other players against the AI
- A large arsenal of modern rifles, submachine guns, shotguns, and pistols
- Individual loadouts
- Cosmetic customizations for characters
What do the reviews on Steam say? In January, there were an average of 2,800 players online on Steam, peaking at just over 4,500. Users rated Insurgency: Sandstorm as 85% positive in the last 30 days, with 1,582 reviews submitted.
- Almost all users praise the good gameplay, the voice acting, and the high difficulty. Reports indicate that grind only exists if you want to reach the top of the leaderboard.
- Criticism is directed at the somewhat outdated graphics, which reportedly have frequent clipping errors. The limited number of maps and modes are also criticized despite regular updates.
- Opinions are divided on performance and bugs. Some criticize them, while others report no issues.
- Additionally, there have been recent changes that have shifted the game away from its hardcore approach towards coop vs. AI gameplay, which not everyone appreciated.
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