Warhounds

The key to success is to construct the action in such a way as to take advantage of the strengths of individual characters and the advantage given to them by their surroundings (or to offset the weaknesses of the latter). It should also be remembered that the shields here are vulnerable to damage, so that hiding behind them we cannot feel fully safe.

An element that differentiates the described title from its sources of inspiration is the realistic ballistics, which is a factor that determines whether a fired bullet will hit the target (we won't see a random number generator here). In addition, the fields of view of the characters here are shaped like cones.

Squad upgrading, base expansion and relations with factions

Between successive missions we find ourselves in a mobile base aboard a ship. We use the funds we receive in return for completing successive assignments to recruit new mercenaries and increasingly better equipment for our soldiers, as well as to expand the base itself.

The game also allows us to establish relationships with various factions. It is important to remember that the choices we make affect the contracts, equipment and allies we gain access to.

Storyline

Warhounds spreads before us a vision of an alternate future of Africa after 2035 and allows us to take control of a squad of mercenaries who go on missions inspired by old-school action movies. Our actions are part of a broader conflict, and which tasks we undertake affects the course and outcome of the war.