Oil Rush

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Release Date: January 25, 2012

Strategy, RTS, Indie Games, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet, LAN

Oil Rush is a real-time strategy taking place in a postapocalyptic world covered mostly by seas and oceans. Only oil, which is currently the most precious resource and object of desire of the remaining people, can ensure survival.

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Oil Rush is a real-time strategy game based on group control. It offers mechanics of a classical RTS combined with a Tower Defence genre: construction and upgrading production platforms combined with their defense. Players dispatch naval and aerial units to capture enemy's platforms and oil rigs.

Challenging gameplay takes players through swarms of furious enemies in every battle. Victory requires intelligent branching of technology researches and all the variety of tactics one can employ.

LAN and Internet multiplayer available in the game.

Setting

In the post-apocalyptic flooded world there are two things people are running short on: oil and time. The last survivors in a desperate attempt to seize control over the resources and dominate the enemy have started the naval warfare that turned the whole world into one large battlefield.

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The key to survival in the devastated world is to develop the military technologies and introduce new types of combat units. In these harsh and cruel times, oil is thicker than blood.

Key Features:

High-end graphics

Multi-player over LAN and Internet

Multi-platform:

Windows

Linux

PlayStation 3

Explosive gameplay with rushing swarms of furious enemies

Various environments

Mod SDK available

High-End Graphics

Strategy game has never been so impressingly photo-realistic, especially considering moderate hardware requirements: the game runs smoothly on middle-end PC and PS3. The visual excellence of OilRush is powered by top-notch render of Unigine engine allowing tons of special effects.

OilRush catches the eye with huge battles, massive explosions and burning wrecks in swirling waters as the sky is streaked with fiery traces of dashing missiles. Ultimately devastating nukes look even more spectacular bringing death to the rest of humanity.

Native Linux Support

Cross-platform Unigine engine enables native Linux version of OilRush filling the gap in modern games available for this platform. Linux version of the game will be released simultaneously with Windows one.

Platforms:

PC Windows January 25, 2012

PlayStation 3 May 8, 2012

Developer: Unigine Corp.

Publisher: Iceberg Interactive

Age restrictions: none

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Downloads

Top downloads for Oil Rush Video Game:

trainer Oil Rush - Unlocker - February 1, 2012

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Oil Rush Video Game:

PC / Windows

Recommended System Requirements:
Core 2 Duo 2.5 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB (GeForce GTX 460 or better), 1 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7.

Add-Ons and DLCs

List of Game Add-Ons and DLCs for Video Game:

DLC Tower Defense Map Pack May 31, 2012

Ratings

Game Ratings for Oil Rush Video Game.

58%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mixed (523)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Unique Setting and Theme: The game offers a distinctive post-apocalyptic naval strategy experience, which is a rarity in the RTS genre.
Visual Appeal: Many users praised the graphics and overall visual design, noting that they hold up well and contribute to an engaging atmosphere.
Fun Gameplay: Several reviews highlighted the game as simple yet enjoyable, with fast-paced campaign levels that keep players engaged.
Well-Optimized: The game is noted for its good performance and optimization, making it accessible to a wider audience.

The main cons of the game

Limited Control Over Units: Players expressed frustration with the lack of direct control over units, as they can only issue commands for them to sail to enemy nodes, making interception of enemy ships difficult.
Difficulty Spikes: Some users mentioned that the game becomes increasingly challenging, particularly in later levels where enemy spawns can feel overwhelming.
Bland Audio: The voice acting was described as dull, with unfinished sentences that detract from the overall experience.
Awkward Controls: Users found the controls to be somewhat clunky, lacking the standard mechanics found in traditional RTS games.

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

More Direct Unit Control: Reviewers expressed a desire for more hands-on control over units, rather than relying on automated commands.
Improved Difficulty Balance: Some players felt that the game could benefit from better balancing of difficulty levels, especially for newcomers.
Expanded Gameplay Mechanics: There were calls for more depth in gameplay mechanics, as some users found the game to be mechanically shallow, particularly in comparison to other RTS titles.
Localization: A user noted the absence of a Spanish language option, indicating a need for broader language support.

Summary

Overall, while Oil Rush has its strengths, particularly in its unique setting and visual design, it also faces criticism for its control mechanics and difficulty balance, suggesting areas for improvement in future iterations.

Summary generated on: November 24, 2025

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