Earth Defense Force: Iron Rain - REVIEW | Therapeutic Extermination

A full review for EARTH DEFENSE FORCE: IRON RAIN, the latest in the series all about gathering the most impressive tools of destruction and letting you wreak havoc on gargantuan earthly invaders… and bugs.
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[@BoomstickGaming]

*Have I ever helped you make a purchasing decision or enlightened you on an awesome new game you enjoy?* Fan funding and sharing my videos among friends, greatly helps to support Boomstick Gaming. Thank YOU! To give some further review context, I played and beat EDF 5 just a few months ago and that was the first Earth Defense Force game I really dug into. The developer of Iron Rain was an entirely different team and I think they made some great improvements overall to the core gameplay and obviously the presentation. They plan on adding in more content after launch and I hope to see more enemy variety put into the game and possibly larger swarms of creatures (frame rate depending). I do however think this was an important step for the franchise and it seems to be taking the necessary steps to gain more mainstream appeal. EDF! Thanks for watching and reading! -Deadite

[@anasbakhit4303]

so this small studios managed to pull a completely destructive environment better than Microsoft's Crackdown 3?....

[@atat4888]

Lol

[@wahengbamnungshitombi5266]

Why did they had to release something so different from the trailers. So all those speeches he gave were all lies.

[@charthegreat21]

Glad to see you tackle this one, your reviews are always so humble and down to earth.

[@angrycorn6651]

TO SAVE OUR MOTHER EARTH FROM ANY ALIEN ATTACK!

[@tgdm]

FROM VICIOUS GIANT INSECTS WHO HAVE ONCE AGAIN COME BACK

[@hheecckk526]

WE'LL UNLEASH ALL OUR FORCES WE WONT CUT THEM ANY SLACK

[@Aurilion44]

THE EDF DEPLOYS

[@collin1061]

*Breathes in* EEEEDDDDDDFFFFFF

[@Boom_OH]

Eehhhh Deeeeee Effffff

[@ashenphoenix6869]

This is a good review. Quick, to the point, good and bad. Love the whole EDF series and lookong forward to this... after work lol

[@michaelcoffey1991]

Some of the best couch co op ever (local co op) in this age of greed that is to be rewarded. We always love the B movie 1950's and 1960's insect and robot mania these games always provide. Glad the insanity is still there. I do however wish they would sell the game at 40$ as it would help sell more copies and get more players to fall in love with it. Thank you for spotlighting this on your channel with the intelligent in depth reviews you guys do here at Boomstick Gaming.

[@SymphonyOfDestruct99]

This reviewing format resonates well with me than ACG. Direct, concise and precise. No need for long minute or two opening statement. It's like a thrash metal of gaming review. Good works!

[@BoomstickGaming]

Thanks! I think this style and the ACG style are both vital to have in the industry. More informed opinions in a wide array of formats are always pro consumer.

[@zoe_gamer_girl]

@@BoomstickGaming best response ever

[@theurbanloner8879]

@@BoomstickGaming 100 percent agree but this is a very concise review as others have stated . Glad I found this channel, high quality content.

[@MeditativeHandle]

I read a bad review and refused to listen to a non fan.I purchased it after watching your review

[@buttkick22]

Abelardo how would you rate it? Debating on picking this up or EDF V to play split screen with my daughter right now.

[@metalmugen]

Just bought EDF5 but I'm picking this for sure soon.

[@caspianchan2371]

*hears split screen* SOLD!

[@1tmildew]

Man, I can only imagine the frame drop during splitscreen in a giant swarm, though T_T Hope it's not too bad

[@MrStatistx]

For one I appreciate the mindless destruction as you put it, but having character customisation and story characters (shallow as they may be) just made me realize how much I'd like a deeper game as in X-com Style basebuilding for upgrades and PA gear, actual story progression and so on, on top of the mindless destruction of course!

[@crozraven]

This is better than "Anthem" with so called mech-ironman experience. there are destructible design & environment too.

[@kolz4ever1980]

Anthem is doing a good job brah... At making every other shooter look better! 😂

[@therebel1375]

Dude this game looks awesome!

[@BoomstickGaming]

Yup!

[@eabaggins]

"In case your guns don't do the output of death you desire..."

[@argoth231]

Oh we are the valiant infantry

[@scottmillor]

We are the alpha team with passion and camaraderie!

[@theraredevil3316]

Be calm be bold and raise your guns! (Hey better late than never)

[@MilaMarieRose]

Has there been any indication that D3 will look into releasing this and 5 on PC?

[@doctorwiiu4619]

I'd assume so but we might have to wait a year or so

[@tgdm]

Hoping they'll be less aggressive towards the mod community if they do.

[@l-shadow1775]

I wish they put it on xbox as well like EDF should be on xbox,playstation and pc

[@austinkasap6218]

Edf 5 is coming to steam this week

[@tgdm]

@@austinkasap6218 /seizures of joy

[@MrJohnReviews]

Great Review, keep up the good work

[@BoomstickGaming]

Thanks!

[@elmerfudd8680]

It looks like a ton of fun but I’ll wait to see if it ever gets released on PC.

[@kolz4ever1980]

Have fun that wait and trying to guess which one of those 5000 distribution services will get the game.;)

[@elmerfudd8680]

kolz4ever1980 LOL!

[@l-shadow1775]

Should also be on xbox too i wish EDF wasnt just on playstation

[@1tmildew]

Waiting with you, bud. Must have on PC! Got so much mileage out of EDF 4.1

[@cmoneytheman]

@@kolz4ever1980 stop trolling

[@Jakekhaos7]

I love edf and this one is a blast. I still need to play 5 at some point

[@Makoto03]

I've always been curious about the EDF games but the graphics in the previous ones kind of put me off. This new one looks great and i'm happy to hear its more accessible to new comers to the franchise. :)

[@IskandarTheWack]

PIck up edf 5, then play some online or couch co op with a friend, you will want to talk and stuff, you'll have an absolute blast.

[@mashedpotatos3750]

Very good revoew. Got it all because of this and am not disappointed.

[@johnsohn8972]

3:29 dual wielding hexa-bazookas, instant buy if it's release on PC

[@twistedone5683]

Got me to buy this game. Execellent review boom

[@BoomstickGaming]

Thanks!

[@twistedone5683]

@@BoomstickGaming do you have any videos revolved around days gone when it comes out? Can't wait for that game.

[@BoomstickGaming]

@@twistedone5683 I will do my best to cover it yea!

[@davidisbrosif3899]

I will be pickig this up next week for sure :)

[@SkyScourgeGod]

I see a lot of EDF "fans" complain about this game quite a bit. Many of them are 4.1 or 5 vets. I've played every single EDF title released here in the US on home consoles starting with 2017 on the 360 all the way up to Iron Rain on PS4 (yes, even Insect Armageddon which to me wasn't all that bad either) and all of them have their own sort of EDF flavor that can be enjoyed and cherished unless you're the type of person who doesn't like change. I feel like true EDF fans should be able to appreciate any of the EDF games on offer so long as the gameplay holds up well and I personally think Iron Rain does this just as well as 4.1 or 5 but for different reasons. Yes, it has less enemies, less weapons and a different weapon/upgrade progression system but the gameplay was tweaked to account for all this. I don't mind picking up gems, sometimes its better than struggling to find all the random green weapon boxes from the other games. Other times I wish I could just pick up crates, it depends on the level you're grinding in tbh. All in all, I really like Iron Rain and it makes a great accompanying title alongside 4.1 and 5 for those who like a new challenge in a mindless but exhilarating B-Movie monster franchise.

[@Roguhr]

praying for a PC release, it should happen.. EDF5 has been a massive success, and with this being on the Unreal engine, there's no real barrier to a Port. fingers crossed!

[@Defa_Noob]

First EDF game I ever played, considering the game doesn't seem to take itself too seriously it makes me enjoy killing giant bugs even more

[@MySplatterhouse]

Being that this is a more western focused EDF title there should really be a physical version on offer in my opinion just due to the fact that its a first for the franchise.

[@gunsword2586]

why i think this game it better than AAA game -.-"?

[@KSpartan]

I am considering to take a shot at EDF franchise. My main concern about your review was the spoilers. I understand that it is probably more challenging to be spoilers free in a video format but in my opinion it is the most important thing when I am looking for a review. I mean, as a very experienced gamer, I usually don't even need reviews anymore, most of the time. And I found out that with the rise of internet, social medias and marketing(like trailers for exemple), the potential spoilers that goes along with it are one of the major threats to the user experience. Discovering key gaming moments by ourselves is extremely important when it comes to appreciation and quality of the experience. I subscribed to the channel for the very interesting tips and information about Apex Legends gameplay. Because like I said, for an experienced player, some random tier person advice or info has to be meaningful and efficient to be worth the time. Goodluck with your channel. I think I will give try that EDF Iron Rain. Or maybe EDF5 instead. Some of the cons are bothering me, like the content and potential regressions of the core gameplay.

[@Jake-kj6zr]

It really doesnt seem story based lol

[@KSpartan]

@@Jake-kj6zr It took me a moment before I realize you're struggling with the notion of spoiler. It doesn't necessarily relate to "story". Wtf. The case of EDF is actually a good example when all is about content, both in equipment unlocks and bestiary.

[@BoomstickGaming]

There is a GREAT deal i refrained from showing in this. It is important to accurately convey the product for potential consumers however and each clip I did use was meticulously chosen.

[@Jake-kj6zr]

@@KSpartan I mean I get what you're saying but I think you worded it wrong the definition is "a description of an important plot development in a television show, movie, or book which if previously known may reduce surprise or suspense for a first-time viewer or reader." I get you arent referring to plot and whatever but I think the confusion came from the misuse of the word.

[@KSpartan]

@@Jake-kj6zr A misuse of the word, if you say so... Dude, I am French, even in our langage it is called a spoiler. It is like if you said urban dictionary is irrelevant, for example. We talk about a notion, not a word. It all about revealing something you are supposed to discover as a part of something you should be experiencing yourself(and while playing the game in this context). It is a part of the quality of the experience, and usually a big one in term of impact. In French it is about "gâcher"(to spoil) something, like in this context, some content or a surprise. Which is absolutely not exclusively referring to old medias plot reveals. You can apply it to everything. For example, a birthday cake, can be "spoiled", if it is falling on the floor, or if someone had a bite at it before reveal, or someone can spoil the reveal of the birthday party surprise. But there is no exactly French word for some spoiling a surprise for that last example. That is why the narrative english meaning of spoiler is convenient, especially in our modern times. Yes, because videogames are not even in your basic description. But you can't deny videogames is actually a big deal. It is an independent media by itself, with its own characteristics. And for videogames, the quality of the user experience can be ruined by a ton of factors. One of them is the spoilers, which in this case refer to any content the game has to offer for it's value, or for the money investment. To ruin, or to pillage is not exactly the same thing, but that is from where the word is coming from at the beginning, in Latin. It not easy for me to be perfectly clear and pertinent for obvious language reason. Spoiler, in it's narrative meaning is a modern notion, and potentially fluid. The example of videogames case is difficult to deny. Or you can tell us the more appropriate word. But what I was trying to do is to help. The KZbinr should be aware of that concern, which he is, like he said himsel. The consumer should be aware that the more spoiler he sees, the lower he will be thrilled by playing the game himself. In the end, the author of the review or the gamers in general can do whatever they want, assuming they can deal with the consequences. There is a big topic about the issue. Part of the marketing power is leeching more and more to the videogames content. In an attempt to make a trailer extra appealling, they actually spoil, or ruin the actual experience of experiencing the content(of the movie or videogame). And it is the same for Youtubing. Creators have a responsibility. And of course gamers too. The main issue is trailers, because it can be potentially imposed to the viewer andience. With Twitch or YT, you you know you will see shit. For the press or the reviewers, we know that it may reveal content. Then comes the ability to review, or to create some marketing that is not ruining the experience. The first Alien movie trailer is a famous example for when it's done right.

[@kclink1579]

Did this game bug you?

[@BoomstickGaming]

Only slightly... Only slightly...

[@vrez114]

Put this on pc and it's gon blow up on sales. 4.1 already has real good reviews on steam. If this comes to PC bruh with good specs it would be real great to have a nice looking EDF game. Im more into the fun part of gameplay tho this looks amazing

[@WongGamSingLegacy]

the only good bug is a dead bug

[@seb24789]

EDF! EDF! EDF!

[@Yuhara_rev]

so many bugs.

[@KDRAH]

It really bothers me how there is no AI teammates when you are playing online storymode. It was actually cool seeing other soldiers on the battlefield taking on the aliens with you on previous EDF's.

[@sammysalgado1475]

Only online right? Offline they exist?

[@KDRAH]

Sammy Salgado yea offline they exist

[@wh3nderson95]

I dont hear the so bad it's good voice acting of fellow EDF soldiers. Much like the Halo Marines, your teammates and their RNG commentary helped make the game hilarious. I didnt hear that in the review and the gameplay. So I am very concerned.

[@kolz4ever1980]

EDF!

[@ThePunishersRevenge]

2:30 HOLY SHIT!

[@tooblind1731]

I decided to get this after watching your live stream on it. I'm about a third of the way through. The weapon variety just isn't there. It seems so lack luster with a small handful that are actually fun to use. I'd rather pick up weapon boxes with rng than spend currency on a weapon I will try out and hate. Had there been a greater variety to go through - it'd be better. Also the jet lifter is complete garbage. After playing wing diver in 5 (the movement for wing diver is amazing in that) - it doesn't make sense for this game to have that class feel like you're in space trying to swim through a huge body of water. Still enjoy the game but it definitely has big flaws. For anyone looking to get it - wait on a sale.

[@BoomstickGaming]

i thought the same at 1st but the weapon progression is tied to doing ALL difficulties. So you will not get anywhere near close to all the best weapons if you just play through the campaign once on normal. You just experienced a small fraction of the basic weapons if you do so. That's what i meant in the review by "your mileage may drastically vary if you choose to stop after completing the campaign once". You do have a point but also purposely balanced that way.

[@tooblind1731]

@@BoomstickGaming Ah okay. I've beaten the game already on normal and little over half on hard. Roughly 15 hours or so. By that time in EDF 5 I'd have some really nifty things. Taking so long to actually get to the good stuff seems counter intuitive. It's not like this game is monster hunter where the core game play is enjoyable enough that mat grinding can be somewhat of an after thought. Appreciate the reply though. I will be sticking with this til I beat it all the way up to Disaster difficulty.

[@AlphaZeno]

Recent titles.... majority take place in Japan Edf 4.1 -> Japan, EDF with no budget cap Edf 5 -> Japan and Europe, EDF with no budget cap Edf Iron Rain -> West Coast America, EDF with... a really limited budget....

[@cmoneytheman]

wrong they all budget u can tell

[@oldreaddy3341]

I really wanted to like it, but the fact the ally AI is literally less than useless completely killed it for me

[@Theohybrid]

Didn't this and 5 release around the same time?

[@forzanapoli2]

New to the franchise. Do you suggest to pick EDF 5 or this one?

[@cmoneytheman]

get both like i got

[@eltoneltonee]

Get this. EDF 5 suffers frame rate drops when too many enemies are present in the screen.Plus there is a new class.

[@SeddyAm]

damn I was hoping it release in other platform

[@robotcapital4774]

Really dislike how classes are locked behind specific points in the campaign

[@cmoneytheman]

get this and 5 why do people think can only get one its 2 different experiences

[@dreamforger7166]

I might be misinformed, but why doesn’t this have a multiplayer base-defence/zone capture Horde mode? :) I feel like this game would be perfect for this.

[@BoomstickGaming]

The pvp mercenary mode is kinda that.

[@sammysalgado1475]

Can anyone tell me what the framerate is?

[@commissargab6181]

Its good for me i have ps4 pro

[@shawnbyers6947]

Can I borrow this review? I promise not to credit you

[@TheTowerwatcher]

do your own

[@shawnbyers6947]

TheTowerwatcher Look, I will make sure to change a few words. He won't even know it was copied 😉

[@najibazmi4386]

@@shawnbyers6947 i take it you work for ign?

[@Adam-uz1oz]

would you consider reviewing Brawlhalla?

[@redlord4321]

wish this was on pc

[@chero666]

I don't understand what people are seeing in this. I'm getting annoyed and pissed playing this. There's an annoying grind just to grind. I have to grind materials and money to unlock the proper weapons I need to be able to progress because the difficulty spike gets absurd very quickly. This isn't fun, it's annoying. I have to grind to unlock weapons I just unlocked and buy health so I stop dying.

[@BoomstickGaming]

If you find the difficulty to spike, the game actually probably wants you to take in a different class since many are geared towards excelling at certain types of missions. If that's not working, try doing mission 1 through whatever you can, on "Hard", to get some more money for HP and this will also unlock some higher rank weapons sooner.

[@lomstertv366]

Hmm but way less enemies on screen right?...

[@cmoneytheman]

why the question

[@wraithdemonsoul7926]

This doesn't look nearly as fun as 5. :/

[@cmoneytheman]

how not

[@Pedro_Kantor]

Not enough enemies on screen.

[@BoomstickGaming]

Valid point but they did make each 1 in this feel as threatening and dynamic as 10.

[@doitlive9214]

@@BoomstickGaming Idk about that. The enemies seem to have a lot more health and the missions are much shorter. It's more like 100 to 1. I also don't like how the weapons unlock work and the FOV is disgusting. Your character model takes up a third of the screen.

[@BoomstickGaming]

@@doitlive9214 there is an alternate camera angle in the options

[@cmoneytheman]

why do it have to be

[@renegilramos3661]

Piece of advice, don’t play EDF 5 before playing this game. If you play EDF 5 then come here, you will never enjoy this game lol

[@IskandarTheWack]

There are only 50+ missions? Sounds like dlc for edf.

[@cmoneytheman]

why is that bad when its more scary

[@IskandarTheWack]

@@cmoneytheman More scary? What are you even talking about?

[@cmoneytheman]

@@IskandarTheWack its more scary looking stop acting slow troll

[@IskandarTheWack]

@@cmoneytheman It's not scary at all, and it's got vastly less content, overall a vastly inferior game to 5.

[@cmoneytheman]

@@IskandarTheWack so u sayin its not a horror type in the way it looks why do it matter if its not as good it still looks fun

[@jesterreaper945]

PVP system? *Tryhard intensive*

[@adhennakbar4516]

Risk of rain 2 HD

[@painlesstragedy]

Just gfx control fix 2025

[@PhatBoyzClub]

In comparison to 5 or 4.1: the destruction in environments are flat hollow polygons breaking.. it looks pretty fake there is no detail inside the buildings, the environment is bland ultra crisp with no detail, no civilians ruining around, the animations are again stiff.. the Unreal engine is simply not a good fit for this sort of a game(or any game). Most of the charm is lost by forcefully trying to copy the original edf 3/4 voice work. The guns do work better but this is simply not an EDF game, its seems made for micro transactions which were removed at some point in development. Little to no effort was put into npc's clutter destructible cars or original b rated voice work. This seems to be the future for most games so perhaps calling this a 'good sequel" is warranted. Well its not a bad game its just not a EDF game.

[@nickobregon6709]

ps2 game on ps4 ...i mean.... subs are on japanese and the menu too but the rest its on eng so .... i need help here

[@PreyFX]

Are you fungo?

[@iAMNinjaDarkovia]

Is it just me or has the graphics for this game have been improvised?

[@basicallyresearchanddevelo2697]

Edf5 is better by far

[@cmoneytheman]

some might not think that

[@ablaise82]

Meh. This game series hasnt improved NEARLY enough over the years to warrant the number of titles theyve had. Or even being 60 bucks to be honest.

[@TheFirstIG]

Just gimme PC version ! q.q