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Since launch, Delta Force has surged to record popularity on Steam, but that spike hasn’t come without its share of controversy. The free‑to‑play reboot hit a high note in player count and attention, but feedback from the community remains decidedly mixed.

Record Breaking Player Count

Delta Force recently achieved a new milestone by hitting over 131 thousand concurrent players on Steam. That player count even surpassed some major titles like Battlefield 2042 and The Division during their peaks. Thanks to the launch of Season 2, titled Meteor Shower, excitement around the game hit an all-time high. It has stayed consistently strong on the Steam charts ever since, holding its ground among the platform’s top shooters.

Mixed Steam Reviews Reveal Frustrations

Despite the player count success, Delta Force is currently sitting with mixed reviews on Steam. About 70 percent of the game’s 65 thousand reviews are positive. Players have complimented its sharp optimization and responsive combat, calling the gameplay fluid and scalable whether playing solo or with a squad. But it’s far from universally loved. One of the biggest criticisms revolves around its kernel level anti cheat software, which remains active even after uninstalling the game. Players have expressed concern over privacy, forced reboots, and even false bans triggered mid match.

Battle Pass System Raises Eyebrows

Another issue is the current battle pass system. Delta Force introduced a weekly level cap which makes progression feel unnecessarily limited. Some fans have pointed out that the grind encourages microtransactions over genuine playtime, making it feel more like a monetization tactic than a feature. While the game remains free to play, that balance between accessible content and pressure to spend has divided the community.

Campaign Mode Falls Short

Things are not much better on the single player front either. The campaign, based on Black Hawk Down, launched earlier this year and received a more negative reception. Players found the enemy AI unpredictable, combat pacing awkward, and the difficulty spikes unfair. Visuals were praised, but many noted performance issues and a lack of polish that made the story mode feel rushed.

Community Voices Are Split

Across Reddit and forums, players have expressed their frustrations while also admitting the game has potential. Some veteran FPS fans have noted that despite the problems, Delta Force still delivers fun large scale battles not often found elsewhere. Others feel that unless the developers at Team Jade and TiMi Studio Group listen closely and adjust, the game risks fading as quickly as it rose.

What Comes Next

As for what’s next, console and mobile ports are reportedly in development for release later this year. If the team behind Delta Force can fix the current issues and refine its approach to monetization and player safety, this could turn into a long-term hit. But if they do not act soon, all the momentum may evaporate.

Final Thoughts

So while Delta Force has hit a record-breaking stride, the path forward depends heavily on how the developers respond. This could either be the revival of a beloved franchise or just another spike that fizzles out. I will be watching its updates closely, and if you want more analysis like this, make sure to subscribe to The Gamers Cut. I have got you covered.