Only Lead Can Stop Them Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-10-05
Review summary
  • Excellent soundtrack and music quality
  • Well-designed levels and hidden secrets
  • Wolfenstein 3D spiritual successor style
  • Flamethrower self-damage issues present
  • Enemies clip through walls often
  • Weapon switching is janky and awkward
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Categories

First-Person ShooterRetro FPSBoomer ShooterSingle-player CampaignPixel Art StyleLevel EditorOccult GameplaySpanish Civil War Setting

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Helpful reviews
94%
Unhelpful reviews
5%
Protest reviews
1%
Positive points
366
Negative points
372
Gameplay points
268
Perf. points
24
Rec. points
74
Misc points
113
Point
Excellent soundtrack and music
Description
The soundtrack and music are repeatedly described as great, top-notch, and even rivaling classic tracks from Rise of the Triad. Many players consider the music a standout feature.
Importance
59%
Well-designed levels and secrets
Description
Level design is praised for being excellent, interesting, and mature, with many secrets and replayability. Players enjoy the variety and challenges offered by the levels.
Importance
50%
Wolfenstein 3D spiritual successor
Description
Many reviewers describe the game as a modern iteration or spiritual successor to classic shooters like Wolfenstein 3D and Rise of the Triad. It successfully captures the old-school feel while adding innovations.
Importance
49%
Weapon and enemy variety praised
Description
Players consistently highlight the wide and diverse selection of weapons and enemy types, noting they are fun to use and experiment with. The variety is considered a major strength of the game.
Importance
44%
Unique Spanish Civil War setting
Description
The Spanish Civil War setting is frequently praised as fascinating, intriguing, and unique, helping the game stand out from other shooters. It adds a distinct historical flavor that players appreciate.
Importance
39%
Solid boomer shooter experience
Description
Reviewers frequently call it a fun and dynamic boomer shooter that brings back the good old days of classic FPS games. It is often cited as a new favorite in the genre.
Importance
36%
Fun and brilliant game overall
Description
Many simply describe the game as very fun, brilliant, and really great. The overall experience is highly enjoyable for players.
Importance
27%
Great art direction and graphics
Description
The art direction and graphics are frequently praised as great, with levels looking amazing and wonderful. The visual style is a notable positive.
Importance
17%
Satisfying to kill fascists
Description
Players express great satisfaction in shooting and killing fascists, with some saying they rarely enjoyed it so much. This thematic element resonates strongly with the audience.
Importance
14%
Three episodes of content
Description
The game offers three episodes full of content, which players appreciate for its length and value. This provides a substantial amount of gameplay.
Importance
10%
Character selection appreciated
Description
The ability to choose between a male or female character is a nice feature that players enjoy. It adds a small but welcome customization option.
Importance
9%
Headshot mechanic adds satisfaction
Description
The presence of a headshot mechanic, marked with a cool sound, is noted as a positive gameplay element. It enhances the shooting feedback.
Importance
9%