AssaultCube

You play a compact first-person shooter with short games and a classic setup.

Version 1.3.0.2 · Free to use · Windows · macOS · Linux

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AssaultCube is a first-person shooter with local practice opportunities and online games. You move quickly through relatively compact cards and use different weapons and spell modes. The emphasis is on direct action, not an extensive story campaign.

The current stable release is older. Servers and community support also determine how useful online play stays. When connected, check which version and lines a server uses and download additional content only from reliable sources.

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With online shooters, tempo, team roles and rules make more difference than just the weapons. Check system requirements and availability of friends or servers. Some games revolve around short tactical rounds, others to classes or a larger playing field.

Differences between AssaultCube and Counter-Strike 2, Team Fortress 2, Fortnite
Software	What can it do?	Platform and licence
AssaultCubeYou are viewing this app	You play a compact online shooter with relatively modest system requirements. The setup is aimed at direct multiplayer fights.	Windows, macOS, LinuxFree to use
Counter-Strike 2View this alternative	You play tactical rounds in which cooperation, economy and the accurate use of weapons are central. You choose this for competitive team games.	Windows, LinuxFreemium
Team Fortress 2View this alternative	You play a team shooter with different classes and roles. The combination of skills and team building determines a lot of the game progress.	Windows, LinuxFreemium
FortniteView this alternative	You play Fortnite modes, including battle generous and creators-built experiences. Content, accounts and available modes change along with the platform.	WindowsFreemium

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Who is it for?

You want a simple classic shooter without a big story campaign or extensive account progress.

Getting started

Install the official stable version and practice locally before choosing a server. Keep additional downloads limited to reliable projects.

Privacy

Online servers receive connection data and your player name. Chat and game behavior can be captured on a server.

Good to know

Server availability, rules and content are not guaranteed centrally for each batch.

Please note

The stable release has an older development point. Be careful with external servers and additional files.

Advantages

Direct short games Compact classic game design Local practice opportunities

Things to consider

Older stable release Online experience depends on servers No comprehensive campaign

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Official download page

Provider’s website · assault.cubers.net

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Version history

1.3.0.2 25 Mar 2022

You get stable version 1.3.0.2 of AssaultCube.

This download concerns the older stable 1.3.0.2 series. When playing online, use a server that supports this version and do not expect any recent content extension based only on this download.

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Our verdict

AssaultCube is especially interesting for a classic, direct shooter experience. You don't have to go through a long campaign or complicated progress system before you understand the basics. That can be nice for short sessions or an agreed party with acquaintances.

The older release point and the dependence of servers deserve attention. Don't expect a modern commercial service with constantly new content and central moderation. First try operating locally and choose a server online consciously. If you're looking for current matchmaking, comprehensive guidance or a large active player base, you need to check in advance whether the current offer matches.