In recent weeks, the new update “Blackout” was released for the FreeToPlay shooter “Warface”. Enough reason to pay a control visit to Crytek’s shooter. Is it worth pulling the game onto your home computer several years after its release? Our guest author Dennis took a look at the game.
Man, those were the days when I first played the Crysis series and man, was that graphics amazing. Chasing through bushes with your nanosuit and popping up behind enemies and beating them down. You have to say that developer Crytek has released some good games.
A few years ago, they announced a new game called “Warface”, which was supposed to be a true shooter and also free to play. Full of anticipation, I registered for the beta and soon could dive into the action. After 4 years, I want to introduce you to the game a bit closer, maybe the free shooting is something for you.
The Story: A World Full of Chaos
I start with the little story of the shooter. The Earth is shattered and economically at its end. Here are two factions:
- On the one hand, the organization “Warface”, which you also play in the PvE part. This is an elite unit that fights against enemy terrorists.
- On the other hand, there is the enemy “Blackwood”, which goes over dead bodies for its own interests and conducts terror attacks across the planet.
PvP or PvE?
The special thing about Warface is the mix of PvP and PvE. After completing the small tutorial, you have the choice of which version you would like to play.
In the PvP part, you play against other players on various maps. The modes are quite classic, with “Team Deathmatch” and “Free for All” alongside modes where you have to defuse a bomb. If you belong to a clan or team, you can also choose ranked games in which various teams compete for prizes and small rewards.
In itself, shooting at opponents is fun, but I find some maps simply too small. If you prefer larger maps, you should try the “Assault” mode. Here you have to capture several zones to advance on the map.
If you get tired of online shooting, you have the option to play the PvE part of Warface. You can choose between different difficulty levels and the missions change from day to day.
The first 3 levels are still relatively easy and can be played with randoms. The hardcore missions are best completed in a team that can coordinate. Because here, every mistake leads to failure, even the smallest one.
Finally, there are the special operations which take the longest and require the most concentration. For these missions, you need called “Access Coins”, so it should be well thought out to start a round in this mode.
The Classes: Go on the Offensive or Sneak in the Bushes?
Warface offers you 4 classes that can be played individually and cater to every taste. These are their weapons and specialties:
- Gunner: The gunner is the jack of all trades and can carry heavy assault rifles. Additionally, he has the ability to supply allied soldiers with ammunition. This is especially important in PvE missions, as ammunition can run out.
- Engineer: This class is equipped with a submachine gun and can especially excel in close combat. You can also place claymores at important key positions. Furthermore, you have the ability to repair your and an ally’s armor. What I like about this class: The engineer defuses the bomb in the PvP part faster than any other soldier and is thus a welcome class.
- Medic: The medic is the healer and tries to patch up allies. If a teammate should die, this class also has the option to revive the fallen player. To ensure the medic is not defenseless against the enemy, he carries a shotgun with him. This class is also an important part of every team, especially in missions.
- Sniper: This class acts from a safe distance and takes out one or the other enemy. Always with her: The heavy sniper rifle. As a sniper, you should try to eliminate enemy key figures, such as grenadiers.
FreeToPlay or PayToWin?
Now to the essentials, whether Warface is fair or PayToWin. And here I can say in advance: Yes, it is fair.
For a free game, Warface offers microtransactions as well as a shop. Here you have three different currencies:
- The Warface Dollars that we receive through regular gaming
- as a second, the credits, which we obtain by reaching into our pockets
- and third, the crowns. We collect these by successfully completing PvE missions.
In the shop, you will find a wide selection of weapons as well as armor. The good thing is: All equipment can be unlocked through the earned currency, whether Warface Dollars or crowns. With real money, you can only buy cosmetic items like smoke grenades or loot boxes. I think it’s good that everything is unlockable and you don’t have to reach for your wallet to compete in the game.
For paying customers, there are various XP boosts to level up faster, but this does not provide a gameplay advantage over others. What I don’t like as much: The revival coins that can be used for PvE missions to get back up can only be acquired with real money.
Warface Test 2017 – Is the Free2Play Shooter still worth it?
After over 150 hours of gameplay, I still enjoy Warface and I occasionally like to play another round. The PvP part is a blast with a suitable clan and teammates, and the coop mode offers a nice change.
Moreover, the missions change daily, so there’s never a dull moment. It’s important to play with suitable friends and jointly climb the ranking ladder. Another advantage: The FreeToPlay title is really free, and you can’t buy gameplay advantages.
If you are looking for a decent shooter and don’t want to spend money, I can warmly recommend Warface.
The article comes from guest author Dennis Zühlke.
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