It Takes a War (2025)

- Developer
- Thomas Mackinnon
- Publisher
- Pantaloon
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie
- Rating
- 4.6 of 5, 890 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 48 minutes
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A chaotic, fast-paced team shooter where survival hinges on relentless visceral combat and coordination.
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What players say
Players praise its unique meta narrative and authentic depiction of online conflict, with several noting it captures the feel of early internet communities. Many call it short but impactful, though some find the message preachy and the gameplay dull. A few mention a bug with 4K resolution.
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