Broken Arrow Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-09-08
  • Gorgeous graphics and excellent gameplay
  • Developers listen to community feedback
  • Rampant cheating and ineffective anti-cheat
  • Missing replay system and poor balance
  • Poor optimization and server instability
  • Not recommended in current state
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Hardware

Windows 8-11GB VRAMnegativeWindows <8GB VRAM / <16GB RAMnegative

Snapshot History

Positive
Negative
1,307
68%
32%
1,154
34%
66%
446
75%
Sample precision
Helpful reviews
89%
Unhelpful reviews
10%
Protest reviews
1%
Positive points
602
Negative points
2132
Gameplay points
892
Perf. points
149
Rec. points
242
Misc points
596
Point
Recent patches improved game
Description
Players report that the latest patches and updates have made the game more enjoyable and are moving it in a better direction. Quality-of-life improvements and the July 30 patch are specifically highlighted as positive changes.
Importance
10%
Game has great potential
Description
Players consistently note the game's strong foundation and unrealized potential, describing it as fundamentally good with a promising future. The game concept is praised as a good idea with moments of brilliance.
Importance
8%
Developers listen to community
Description
Players feel the developers are actively listening to the community and implementing requested changes and innovations. This responsiveness is seen as a positive sign for the game's future.
Importance
8%
PTE branch is positive
Description
The Public Test Environment (PTE) is described as a breath of fresh air, with positive changes and improvements that make the game more playable. Players see the PTE as a step in the right direction.
Importance
7%
Graphics are gorgeous
Description
The game's visuals are consistently praised as spectacular, excellent, and pleasant. Players highlight the high-quality graphics as a major positive aspect of the game.
Importance
7%
Excellent military RTS gameplay
Description
The core RTS gameplay is praised as one of the best in the modern warfare genre, offering a deep and unmatched military experience. Players consider it a top-tier strategy title when it performs well.
Importance
6%
Game is fun and accessible
Description
Players find the game very enjoyable, easy to pick up, and super fun to play. The brisk pace and entertaining nature make it a highly accessible and engaging experience.
Importance
6%
Deck building is stellar
Description
The deck-building system is highlighted as a strong point, allowing for engaging and practically endless customization. Players appreciate the ability to create decks specific to their gameplay style.
Importance
6%
Game mechanics are excellent
Description
The game mechanics are described as interesting, well thought out, and phenomenal. Players find the core gameplay loop engaging and well-designed.
Importance
5%
Game is one of the best
Description
Players describe the game as fantastic, truly wonderful, and one of the best in its genre. The overall experience is highly regarded.
Importance
4%
Sound design is top notch
Description
The sound design is highlighted as a standout feature, described as award-worthy, authentic, and enjoyable. Players appreciate the high quality of the audio experience.
Importance
3%
Music is excellent
Description
Players praise the game's music and sound as excellent, fantastic, and great. The audio elements contribute positively to the overall experience.
Importance
3%
Detailed unit models
Description
The game features detailed and excellent in-game models, with beautiful graphics and high-quality unit designs. Players appreciate the visual detail.
Importance
2%
Campaign is enjoyable
Description
The campaign is described as pretty good, interesting, and enjoyable, with only minor issues in specific missions. Players find the single-player content engaging.
Importance
2%
Extensive customization options
Description
Players highlight the extensive customization options, including a huge number of units with modification possibilities. The unit and deck customization systems are seen as appealing and deep.
Importance
2%
Tactical depth is enormous
Description
The game offers enormous tactical depth with many tactical options, making the gameplay exceptional, deep, and very tactical. Players appreciate the strategic complexity.
Importance
2%
Voice acting is good
Description
The unit voice acting is praised as good, with excellent performances for both NATO and Russian factions. Players appreciate the attention to detail in this area.
Importance
2%