You can add lasers, sights, grips, underbarrel attachments, explosives, and more to any weapon you can wield.
Subsequently, understanding what your teammates are using is key to being victorious! A blend of firepower is essential to overwhelming your opponents and there is little advantage if you all run the same gear. You can change their appearance, but more importantly, you can add attachments to your loadout. This was a fantastic example of teamwork and added a brilliant tactical layer that can turn any battle in your favour.Īlongside the tactical elements were the opportunities to customise your fighter. Each has unique weaponry, but the Commander has the ability to call in support if a friendly observer is close by. Insurgency: Sandstorm is generous in this department with eight classes to choose from: Rifleman, Breacher, Marksman, Observer, Commander, and more. The mixture leads to some interesting tactical elements and an array of firepower on display. What I love about the shooter genre is the blend of classes to choose from. You may worry that dated weaponry will make the battle unfair, yet fear not! The developers have balanced the weaponry nicely and skills and tactics are the key factors that decide victory. Whereas Security have more advanced technology, that’s associated with NATO countries, such as MP7, L85A2, and the M4 Carbine. The latter have dated weapons such as AK-74, M1 Garand and the Welrod.
This action is played across five game modes and each comprises two teams, Security and Insurgents. With no campaign mode in sight, the game relies heavily on an addictive yet highly tactical approach that will push players to their limits. Though I don’t look for a story mode, it is an oversight, as many of the elements would have worked brilliantly to create an enthralling tale. However, I’m in the minority and the lack of a good story will upset many gamers. If I’m honest, I can’t remember ever playing a single-player campaign mode. I’m not a gamer who needs or wants a story mode when I play shooter titles. Bang bang, you’re dead! The lack of a story will disappoint. The latter asks you to fight AI bots, whereas the first is all about the online cooperative spirit. The action is split into distinct categories of online multiplayer and cooperative. Having recently played Hell Let Loose, I thought I had my fill of tough hardcore shooters, but I was wrong! This equally challenging title has realistic weaponry, an array of classes and leans heavily on Middle Eastern urban combat. No, instead it uses intense mechanics and tactical elements to increase its difficulty and to make its player base return. It doesn’t rely on building its atmosphere and excitement by borrowing from harrowing events. Many games in this genre try to boost their dramatic approach by utilising real events, however, Insurgency: Sandstorm is different. Insurgency: Sandstorm is realistic but doesn’t rely on real events. The sequel to the much-loved Insurgency, this title aims to build on its well-received mechanics while taking advantage of the next-gen hardware. Does it have what it takes to stand out, or will it quickly be forgotten?ĭeveloped by New World Interactive and published Focus Home Interactive, this is a hardcore first-person shooter. Insurgency: Sandstorm joins the flood of new FPS titles to the market. Chances are, if it’s loaded with first-person shooters, then it’s Autumn and you’ll be staying indoors glued to your computer. Check your calendar, look out of your window, or have a look at the latest game releases.
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