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Is Strike Force: Desert Thunder worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Fans of classic Delta Force-style shooters who want a 10-mission campaign
- Solo players who prefer choosing weapons and equipment before missions
- Tactical FPS players who want open 2km² mission environments
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a longer campaign may find 10 missions limiting
- Players wanting continuing content may not suit a release that will receive no future updates
- Players looking for multiplayer should consider the separately mentioned Remastered version
Our take on Strike Force: Desert Thunder
The emphasis on large environments and tactical choice sits alongside a fixed scope: 10 missions, 12 weapons, and no planned updates. Multiplayer belongs to the separately mentioned Remastered version, not this legacy release.
What is Strike Force: Desert Thunder?
Strike Force: Desert Thunder is a first-person shooter with 10 missions focused on stopping terrorist attacks.
Players customize a loadout and choose from 12 weapons before entering each mission. Every mission covers a 2km² open area that accommodates different tactical approaches. The game centers on developing an individual plan for attacking enemy positions. This release is the legacy version and will not receive future updates. The store page identifies Strike Force Remastered as the updated version with multiplayer.
How Strike Force: Desert Thunder plays
- 01Open Mission Areas
- The 10 missions take place in environments covering 2km² each.
- 02Loadout Customization
- Players can adjust their equipment before starting a mission.
- 03Twelve Weapons
- Players can select from 12 weapons when preparing for the action.
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Strike Force: Desert Thunder: platforms & release
Is Strike Force: Desert Thunder worth it?
It is worth it if: fans of classic Delta Force-style shooters who want a 10-mission campaign. Skip it if: players seeking a longer campaign may find 10 missions limiting.
Where can I download Strike Force: Desert Thunder?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Strike Force: Desert Thunder's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Strike Force: Desert Thunder on?
Windows only.
