IS Defense

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Release Date: April 19, 2016

Action, FPP, Modern Conflicts, FPS, Rail Shooter, Polish, Shooters, Singleplayer

A first-person rail shooter developed by Destructive Creations, a Polish studio known for the controversial Hatred. The action of IS Defense takes us to the year 2020, when Europe is attacked by the Islamic State. The players assume the role of a NATO soldier who operates a heavy machine gun, and their task is to eliminate advancing enemies.

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IS Defense for PC is the second production by Destructive Creations known for the 2015’s controversial shooter entitled Hatred. The title is a kind of a modern clone of Beach Head 2000, a remake of the 1985’s Beach Head.

Story

The action of IS Defense takes us to the year of 2020 when Europe is attacked by the Islamic State. The players assume the role of a NATO soldier who operates a heavy machine gun, and their task is to eliminate advancing enemies.

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Gameplay

IS Defense for PC is a simple first-person shooter in which we cannot move as we please through the available locations. Instead, we keep firing a mounted powerful machine gun and a rocket launcher (for destroying vehicles) from a mobile position. Moreover, the players can also make use of reinforcements, although their scale depends on how long we can operate without any help. Starting out, we may only call soldiers that assist us but our options grow more powerful as we kill more enemies. Later on, it might even be, for example, an airstrike or a chopper that flies over the location and fires at our foes from above. Furthermore, supply drops, which give us access to additional rockers and first aid packs, are also available. The game continuously adjusts the difficulty level to the player’s skill.

The basic version of IS Defense offers three arenas where we fight for the best score. At the beginning, we are given access to one of them, while the remaining ones are unlocked after achieving the required result. The whole is complemented by a simple character development system; as we play, we gather experience points which can be spent on better abilities such as increased fire rate or higher amount of crates in supply drops.

Technical aspects

Destructive Creations’ game is powered by the popular Unreal Engine 4, which has previously been used in such projects as Fable Legends, Fortnite, or Final Fantasy VII Remake. IS Defense for PC has partially destructible maps so the battlefield changes dynamically; for example, car wrecks limit visibility due to the smoke they emit.

The game’s soundtrack was composed by Adam Skorupa, who also worked on Hatred and The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, among other titles.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Developer: Destructive Creations

Publisher: Destructive Creations

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Features

Originals

August 31, 2016

Why games avoid contemporary armed conflicts – political corectness or industry's immaturity?

Video games allow us to experience, whether truthfully or not, frontlines of the past and the future alike. But why are there so few video games dealing with present-day wars? Why do developers seem to consistently avoid this subject?

Why games avoid contemporary armed conflicts – political corectness or industry's immaturity?

Originals

February 9, 2016

"We're not afraid of the Islamic State" - an interview with the creator of Hatred and IS Defense

We met with Jaroslaw Zielinski from Destructive Creations not only to talk about IS Defense, but also to ask him whether his controversial game were as successful as he wanted it to be.

"We're not afraid of the Islamic State" - an interview with the creator of Hatred and IS Defense

System Requirements

System Requirements for IS Defense Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5 750 2.6 GHz/AMD Phenom II X4 955 3.2 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 460/Radeon HD 5850 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows Vista(SP2)/7(SP1)/8.1/10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i5 3570 3.4 GHz/AMD Athlon FX8 8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 670/Radeon R9 285 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8.1/10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for IS Defense Video Game.

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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (1,652)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Fun Gameplay: Players find the game surprisingly enjoyable, with many mentioning it as a fun way to pass the time.
Graphical Quality: The graphics are well-received, with destructible environments adding to the experience.
Upgrade System: The ability to upgrade equipment and skills is appreciated, providing a sense of progression and making the gameplay more engaging.
Support Options: The inclusion of AI allies and various support abilities (like airstrikes) adds strategic depth to the gameplay.
Performance: The game runs smoothly without bugs or performance issues, even during intense action sequences.
Affordable Price: Many players feel that the game offers good value for its price, especially during sales.

The main cons of the game

Limited Content: The game consists of only four maps, which players find to be insufficient for long-term engagement.
Repetitive Gameplay: The gameplay can become monotonous due to the lack of enemy variety and the necessity to grind through levels to progress.
High Difficulty Spike: The final level is noted for its significant difficulty increase, which can be frustrating for players.
Lack of Strategic Elements: Some players desire more tactical options, such as fortifications or varied enemy types, to enhance gameplay.
Limited Enemy and Ally Variety: The game features a narrow range of enemy types and no variety among friendly soldiers, which detracts from the overall experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

More Levels: Players express a desire for additional maps to explore, as the current four feel insufficient.
Variety in Enemies and Allies: There is a call for a broader range of enemy types and different kinds of allies to enhance gameplay dynamics.
Strategic Gameplay Elements: Suggestions include the addition of boss fights, placeable defenses (like turrets or mines), and more impactful upgrades that could influence gameplay.
Clear Objectives: Players feel the game lacks defined goals beyond mere survival, which could enhance engagement and provide a more structured experience.

Summary

Overall, while "IS Defense" is praised for its fun and engaging gameplay, many users feel it could benefit from additional content and features to sustain interest over time.

Summary generated on: October 29, 2025

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