Act of War: Direct Action
Act of War: Direct Action
Act of War: Direct Action is a highly realistic, near future real-time strategy game, set against the backdrop of a conflict that threatens to permanently change the face of our world. Created in conjunction with US Air Force captain (ret.) Dale Brown, author of 14 New York Times best-sellers, this ...
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Is Act of War: Direct Action worth playing?
Act of War: Direct Action at a glance:
- Popular features (Action)
- 1 week of content
- Critically praised (80/100)
- Weak price-to-content
- Old release (20 years ago)
A 62% WorthItScore, paired with strong reviews, suggests this game is worth a look
If you're wondering whether this title fits your interests and playstyle, here’s a detailed breakdown of its value and appeal.
Currently priced at $2.99, it may not represent the best value. A more fitting price would be around $1.00. Fairly priced — not perfect, but close to your comfort zone.
Based on the average playtime of 1.1 hours, that works out to about $2.76 per hour. You're paying over 176% more than your typical expectations, which may affect how much you feel you're getting for your money.
At the average playtime of 10 hours per week, you could finish this game in about 1 week.
Critically, the game has been generally positive, averaging 80/100.
Standout positives:
- Includes popular features like Action
- It'll take about 1 week to finish so it fits the average preferred length
- Highly rated by critics and users (~80/100)
Things to consider:
- Could be better value for the expected playtime
- Likely to feel outdated — released over 20 years ago
Currently available for $2.99 on Steam.
It’s a mixed bag — not without its appeal, especially if the premise resonates with you.
Based on typical player value, this game would feel like great value at around $1.00
At $2.99, this is significantly above your ideal price.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Act of War: Direct Action released?
Act of War: Direct Action was released in 2005.
What kind of game is Act of War: Direct Action?
Act of War: Direct Action features gameplay that falls under these genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy.
What platforms is Act of War: Direct Action available on?
You can play Act of War: Direct Action on: PC (Microsoft Windows).
Who developed Act of War: Direct Action?
Act of War: Direct Action was developed by Eugen Systems.
How well is Act of War: Direct Action reviewed?
This game has received generally favorable reviews from critics.