So... is Ready or Not worth it?

[~ Requiem ~]

As a solo player i would like to know if this game is worth it in his current state in 2022 since in a couple of hours we will have steam sales.
I would like honest opinions. Thank you.

[Brother Solarius]

As a solo player myself the game is really good, i am having a far better experience than playing with strangers online.
The game won't be in sale

[Valian]

Only in solo the game is really not worth the cost. The AI is certainly not bad, but for a tactical FPS it is not yet at the level to make the game fun.

Knowing that for example the AI is not yet able to correctly use the ballistic shield.

And level ergonomics we are clearly not at the level of SWAT4. It is still too complicated and long to give simple or complex orders. For example, to order the cleanliness of a room with two entrances via gate openings synchronized too difficult to do for a game of this kind.

For the moment all the interest of the game is in its cooperation multiplayer dimension. Try and die. After that will also depend on how you play.

If you’re the kind of guy who just cleans up as fast as you can, looks for muscle commitments, you’ll be right around the corner. On the other hand, if you like the atmosphere and are looking to make clean entries with a maximum of arrest and a minimum of commitment, the game will have a lot to offer you. If only because AI is very aggressive and will soon make you pay for every mistake.

Now I’m gonna be honest with you, the bulk of the community you find in matchmaking is playing ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ mode and shooting anything that moves.

[Stinky Binky]

Q. Will the game go on sale?
A. During the Early Access period, the game is on sale. Upon release the game will raise to 60$

[Chris7777]

I bought it a few years ago, paying a lot of money - back then it wasn't really playable, I tried it again last night and it was a massive improvement, they've done a lot since I last tried it and as I type I'm downloading another patch. I tried it on my own and multiplayer coop, obviously coop was brilliant. It still needs a bit of work but its coming along nicely now.

[Jozsefirst]

In it's current state 40€ is overpriced in my opinion so if you want to play it as safe as possible then it's probably smarter to leave it for now.

[Scrote]

I think it's worth it on sale. Keep in mind there are some frustrating things that will come with the normal edition (having to wait extra for updates even though you're still paying high price for an early access game) and the supporter edition (over $100?? what a joke, plus the updates typically aren't really ready when they get pushed out to the supporter edition and cause a lot of bugs that you're paying $100 for the privilege to experience). I only have the normal edition though so I can't confirm that from experience, just based on what I have read in the forums. In terms of gameplay, there is some really great gameplay here and it's one of my favorite games to get into gunfights in because it can get very intense, but the AI is pretty dumb sometimes and can feel very overpowered at other times so keep that in mind too since you'll be playing single player. All in all if you are into tactical shooters at all I would recommend this game, it'll most likely keep getting bigger/better too. Just temper your own expectations a little and remind yourself it is still in early access.

[DrunkBoi]

At first I bought the game hoping other friends of mine would buy it too but it never happend xD. I enjoy hoping every once in a while and go for a few rounds of RON. You asked of an honest opinion, it will lose some of the fun once you played it enough to push the limits of the AI but for me it took a while. the AI keeps on getting improved and its level is actually surprising. the difficulty of the game is awsome and make you think and challenge yourself.
Bottom line, if you enjoy singleplayer games and tactical shooters you will LOVE RON(expect occasional bugs) after a while the game might bore you a little without a couple of buddies to rely on. (CO OP is an option)

[~ Requiem ~]

Thank you all for your honest and dedicated answers.

[Mr. President]

For me, the latest version of this game( supporter ) is already way better than swat4 (even with SEF Mod)

I played swat 3 and 4 a lot with those DLCs

[Mania]

Keep in mind you are not paying for a finished product.

Standard Edition is paying for basic play testing and some levels of entertainment

Supporter Edition is paying for direct communication with VOID in NDA Discord, chance to playtest upcoming updates and content packs, and some cosmetics.

TLDR; Only buy if you're willing to follow the games progression and support the devs, in exchange for varying levels of entertainment

[alex1234950]

Originally posted by =*=STARTWIN=*=:

For me, the latest version of this game( supporter ) is already way better than swat4 (even with SEF Mod)

I played swat 3 and 4 a lot with those DLCs

I disagree, although I only play SWAT4 without mods.
SWAT4 is a refined game while RoN isn't.

The suspect in SWAT 4 can see flash light from players. Will aim at hostage and kill them if you alert the suspect.
RoE is set and will not be changed.

RoN suspect have no response on flash light and lazer.
Lighting is weird.
Suspect have no interaction with hostage
RoE and AI behavior still changing between updates
Guns and walls penetration need to be adjusted
Guns, bullets damage, Armour, suspect health need to be adjusted
Without Story line at the moment

I don't own supporter edition, but those function haven't implemented to the game or just added to the game and need to be refined.
Although RoN is not completed, doesn't mean playing RoN has less joy.

[bben]

not if u r doing solo imo
maps are limited atm but if ur focus is more on exp, action and refining ur own game / skills then maybe its worth it
for me it certainly worths the money but i only do coop

[alex1234950]

Originally posted by Reggae Sauce:

Originally posted by alex1234950:

I disagree, although I only play SWAT4 without mods.
SWAT4 is a refined game while RoN isn't.

The suspect in SWAT 4 can see flash light from players. Will aim at hostage and kill them if you alert the suspect.
RoE is set and will not be changed.

RoN suspect have no response on flash light and lazer.
Lighting is weird.
Suspect have no interaction with hostage
RoE and AI behavior still changing between updates
Guns and walls penetration need to be adjusted
Guns, bullets damage, Armour, suspect health need to be adjusted
Without Story line at the moment

I don't own supporter edition, but those function haven't implemented to the game or just added to the game and need to be refined.
Although RoN is not completed, doesn't mean playing RoN has less joy.

I think the most glaring detractor with RON compared to SWAT 4, is the complete lack of atmosphere and attention to detail in the maps.
SWAT 4 felt like a real situation with so much detail whereas RON feels more like the map servicing the gameplay, more than the gameplay servicing the map. The atmosphere in RON just isn't there and they lack personality compared to SWAT 4.

Agree, SWAT 4 more immersive. Including the story, map layout, situation.

[Mania]

Originally posted by alex1234950:

Originally posted by Reggae Sauce:

I think the most glaring detractor with RON compared to SWAT 4, is the complete lack of atmosphere and attention to detail in the maps.
SWAT 4 felt like a real situation with so much detail whereas RON feels more like the map servicing the gameplay, more than the gameplay servicing the map. The atmosphere in RON just isn't there and they lack personality compared to SWAT 4.

Agree, SWAT 4 more immersive. Including the story, map layout, situation.

I'm pretty sure this is constantly being worked on at VOID. For now they want playable maps with a basic level of storytelling. I have no doubt that things like an intel screen/briefing, more atmospheric details, etc. will come shortly

[alex1234950]

Originally posted by ToXiC bAnDiT mAiN:

Originally posted by alex1234950:

Agree, SWAT 4 more immersive. Including the story, map layout, situation.

I'm pretty sure this is constantly being worked on at VOID. For now they want playable maps with a basic level of storytelling. I have no doubt that things like an intel screen/briefing, more atmospheric details, etc. will come shortly

of course, just replying to someone who thinks RoN is better than SWAT4.