Thunder Tier One

Thunder Tier One is a top-down tactical shooter developed by fragOut, an independent studio from Poland. Among other platforms, the game is available on PS4, PC and XONE.

Plot

The story in the game is set at the turn of the 1980’s and 1990’s when in the face of the growing threat of a terrorist organization called the White Octopus, the titular Thunder Tier One – an elite military unit – is called up to service. A player assumes the role of the squad leader and is tasked with stopping the terrorist organization before its members destabilize the political situation of the entire world.

Mechanics

Because the gameplay mechanics in the PS4, PC and XONE release of Thunder Tier One build on the tactical aspects, players observe the action from a top-down perspective, allowing them to see the battlefield in a big picture and execute complex strategies. Consecutive missions take place in diverse locations, such as large cities, industrial complices, thick forests, and building’s interiors. Depending on the mission, player’s objective might be to eliminate indicated targets, rescue hostages or take control over strategically important checkpoints.

Interestingly enough, a player one can customize their character as theysees fit – developers give us an elaborate editing tool, in which one can customize the protagonist’s apparel, choosing from a wide range of hats, masks, jackets, trousers, gloves, holsters, and also the munitions. During the game, a player acquires diverse weaponry divided into four main categories – primary weapons, secondary weapons, grenades, and additional pieces of gear.

Game modes

Thunder Tier One revolves around the single player campaign comprising ten missions. Moreover, the game delivers several multiplayer modes – there is the cooperative mode for up to four players, as well as the competitive mode.

Technical aspects

The PS4, PC and XONE release of Thunder Tier One is based on the Unreal Engine 4, thus it delivers solid 3D visuals. Players are bound to appreciate the polished environments, especially the rich vegetation, present in some locations, and the particle effects that, among others, accompany the sequences featuring a chopper taking off.

Last updated on 06 December 2021