The open beta for the big new mecha action shooter has left fans divided.
Mecha Break recently started the Global Storm Open Beta on Steam, and it’s fair to say that the response towards this latest multiplayer shooter has been a bit divided.
At present, it’s garnering mostly negative feedback, as fewer than one-third (around 35%) of its more than 7000 reviews are favorable. Surprisingly, this hasn’t stopped it from leading the Steam rankings, as reported by SteamDB.
The game currently holds the number one spot on SteamDB’s “Popularity” list, and it boasts a daily peak of more than 250,000 players, making it the fifth most-played title, trailing only slightly behind Marvel Rivals, which has been experiencing an unprecedented level of success.
Why All The Negative Reviews?
The battle in Mecha Break’s Steam reviews is almost as heated as those in the game itself.
As a passionate fan, I’ve noticed some common complaints in the negative reviews that I feel compelled to address. The primary concerns seem to revolve around the game’s monetization strategy being perceived as excessive and predatory, the requirement to grind extensively to unlock new Strikers (mechs), a lengthy, tedious tutorial that can’t be skipped, server problems, performance glitches, and the use of anti-cheat measures that have raised some concerns.
As a gamer, I’ve noticed an intriguing counterbalance to the wave of negative feedback – a surge of positive reviews from fellow gamers. Interestingly, these positive responses seem almost equally divided between those defending the gameplay (which, in my own gaming experience, holds up quite well) and those labeling the critics as ‘review bombers’.
After spending just a few hours with the game, I find myself sympathizing with some of the criticisms. Following the tutorial, I noticed there’s a certain level of grinding required to acquire new Strikers. Although battle passes are common in free-to-play competitive shooters, concerns about the loot boxes from this one potentially containing items to boost your Strikers have sparked discussions about pay-to-win aspects.
Regarding some performance problems and areas where the game seems unrefined, such as the English voice acting and text, these aspects have room for improvement in the final version of the game. Some voice lines within the game itself are labeled as yet-to-be-finalized.
Last year, NVIDIA unveiled plans to integrate some of its AI technology into select Non-Player Characters (NPCs) within games to improve their behavior and interactions. However, it remains uncertain if this feature has been implemented in the current beta version, or how it might influence the ongoing dialogue between players and these NPCs.
Ultimately, it appears that the main multiplayer gameplay is robust and dependable, offering mecha enthusiasts a fresh experience following the unfortunate closure of Gundam Evolution in 2023.
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2025-02-25 22:40