Soviet Soldier (2024)

Developer: Go Up Gaming
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A weighty, narrative-focused experience where moral dilemmas and historical authenticity drive the tension through linear wartime campaigns.

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What players say

Players are split on this solo-developed FPS. Some praise its choose-your-own-adventure story and rare Soviet perspective, but most agree the game feels unfinished: controls are clunky, animations are stiff, sound design is nearly absent, and AI voice acting cheapens the experience. Graphics are dated and performance is puzzlingly demanding for what it shows.

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