Forward Assault

Free-to-play tactical shooter built around bomb planting and defusal

Lucas Wilde · Published by Blayze Games, L.L.C. · Released Jun 24, 2026

Reviews: Mixed; 68% of 111
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 80% of 15 in 30 days
Players: 15; daily peak, Oct 28, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 1 week ago; Oct 15, 2026
Minimum PC: 4 GB RAM; Full requirements

What is Forward Assault?

Set in a modern military setting, this first-person shooter pits Terrorists against Counter-Terrorists in online team matches. You choose weapons and fight opposing players, with Team Deathmatch and Gun Game available alongside the bomb mode. A level editor lets you create custom maps and play them with others.

For you if...

+you enjoy coordinating with teammates in tactical firefights

Not for you if...

−you prefer solo adventures over competitive team matches

What players say

68% of 111 reviews are positive · 80% of 15 in the last 30 days

Longtime players express fondness for the game, though positive comments rarely identify specific strengths. Recurring complaints concern bots, a small player base, and limited PC settings. Players also report server instability and cheating.

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Forward Assault system requirements

Minimum: 4 GB RAM.

As published by the developer.

Can my PC run Forward Assault?

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Minimum

OS: Windows 8
Processor: Intel Core i5
Memory: 4096 MB RAM

Does Forward Assault have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: PvP online. It also has a single-player mode. Crossplay with other platforms is declared.

Does Forward Assault run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Keyboard and mouse
Platforms: Windows
Steam features: Family Sharing, In-app purchases
Languages: Full audio: English.

Does Forward Assault use AI-generated content?

Yes. The developers disclose AI-generated content on the game's Steam page:

The game's Steam Library assets have some usage of image generative AI

The statement mentions: Art

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam