Oil Rush
Platforms
- PCJan 25, 20126.9playscore6.910 Critics6.3238 Players
16 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
In addition, everything seems quite well-balanced, and as it's usual in games of this kind, it's always great to advance through the tech tree and unlock new units. Likewise, new missions bring new and more interesting mission types.
Peter Warrior · Dec 10, 2013 Reviewed onAs I’ve mentioned several times, Oil Rush is a gorgeous game. Combine this with established gameplay elements and there should have been a lot of love. However, it just felt like the various aspects of Oil Rush just didn’t mesh well together. The quick and simple controls don’t mesh with the slow gameplay while visuals don’t do enough to provide adequate feedback. It’s an awkward position to be in for a game and makes for a title that I wouldn’t necessarily recommend in its current form.
Eric Ford · Nov 05, 2013 Reviewed on iOSRead full reviewIts slow pace, lack of complexity and lack of micro control options may not appeal to everyone, but if you’re looking for something that makes decent use of your brain while moving things gently along, Oil Rush: 3D Naval Strategy may be the thing for you.
Alex Langley · Oct 28, 2013 Reviewed on iOSRead full reviewThose who own the oil will own the battlefield. Oil Rush is a real-time strategy title that has players moving their fleet of boats and planes to numerous sectors as they try to overrun enemies to achieve victory.
Andrew Stevens · Oct 24, 2013 Reviewed on iOSRead full reviewWhile the graphics and gameplay hold their own against other bigger and more developed games, Oil Rush suffers from awful voice acting, repetitive gameplay, odd hit detection, and a general lack of polish.
Entmoot · Feb 10, 2012 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewThe fusion of real-time strategy gameplay with elements traditionally associated with tower defense make Oil Rush an original game, but unfortunately it doesn't mold its novel concept into a consistently enjoyable experience. An uneven level of tactical depth and some boring missions are glaring flaws, but there's still some fun to be had in this watery world.
Gamespot Staff · Feb 02, 2012 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewThe simple unit relationships and straightforward mechanics can be fun, though some of the gameplay elements beyond your control hinder the experience more than they should. The flawed story mode can be safely passed by, but if you're able to find an opponent online or skirmish against the AI it's easier to appreciate Oil Rush's strengths.
Charles Onyett · Jan 31, 2012 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewOil Rush is another great example of why the PC indie gaming scene is one of the most exciting and interesting ones out there
Kevin Alexander · Jan 31, 2012 Reviewed onRead full reviewWhat could have been a messy title merely created to showcase the Unigine Engine has turned out to be a surprisingly polished and deep strategy game. Oil Rush isn't just a joy to behold in action, but manages to make an old genre feel fresh while looking the part.
Maurice Tan · Jan 25, 2012 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewIt has a few neat ideas, and the shiny water and impressive scenery look good, but Oil Rush doesn't engage you the way a decent RTS should. You might enjoy your time on the choppy seas, but eventually you'll get a bit tired of all the dots.
Harry Slater · Oct 30, 2013 Reviewed on iOS, AndRead full review
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About the game
Oil Rush is a naval strategy game that takes place in a world where nuclear war has melted the ice caps, changing the face of the planet forever. Oil Rush offers unique gameplay, avoiding micromanagement of every single unit, while still providing full control over all important aspects of strategy and economy. Capture, upgrade, and defend floating production platforms and oil rigs. Discover new technologies and send squads of naval and air units into the battle!