I have had that feeling for so long now Jack. The only thing really keeping this from being more popular is the simple fact that it's just not advertised enough. Some people will say, "It's better that it's underground" or something to that effect. But, the gameplay itself will always organically create the community. We need to see this game advertised more. End.
Disagree. The game has a very tough learning curve and the vast majority of players don't have the patience for that or have the ego that can take a bruising for a long time. I started in PVP, got my ass handed to me over and over, so I went to PVE for a while to learn the maps and get a better feel for the gunplay. Returned to PVP and haven't look back.....2k+ levels later.... More advertising wouldn't hurt, never does, but that's not the reason it is a niche game.
@@touchgrasstryhard8604 I get where you're going but, don't think it's totally accurate. Compared to games like Squad, Hell Let Loose, Post Scriptum, etc.. ISS is much easier to get. I started on PvP and loved it from day one as did the majority of people I know who play it. Many of whom were coming to ISS on console in a wave to find something fill the void of BF and COD. The fact that the game is HARD or HARDCORE for sure, is that I mean about the community cultivating itself. There are a lot more people out there interested in this style of play and honestly, it's the only one really doing it in a way that's so easily digestible. Game modes aren't complicated and roles are simple but important. Again, this isn't Squad.
I think what might be restricting the playerbase is just the lack of any real progression system. A lot of people like having that carrot on a stick to keep them coming back and playing more.
The part on the front of the m4 is called a post sight you’d keep the post on in case your sight died in the field you could still utilize iron sights hope that was helpful love your channel!
@@nickloven6728 I’m sure it has proper name but that’s the name that given in the army when I served and it’s the one I use to this day as a post rises and a mount falls easy way for me to always remember
Same....I was debating on which one, I couldn't even play the trial after a couple of hours do bf 2042. It wouldn't let me log in ....but this game is just so much fun. I like the voice chat....makes for interesting interactions
At 32:02 the A10 warthog sounds almost like it does in real life. Its very rare to actually find a game that gets the sound so close. Brings me back to my time in Afghanistan.
Fun fact the A-10 warthogs “Hellfire” machine gun has so much firepower it can only be fired in bursts, as it slows down the jets speed, and could be significant enough for it to fall out of the sky under prolonged fire.
@@tonsillectomy4002 I've heard from friends that are still on last gen that it can be rough at times performance wise but it seems like they're doing they're best to get it to run smooth. On the new consoles it now runs flawlessly. They we're extremely quick in fixing the bugs of the first week like leaning audio and so on. Very much recommend it
@@tonsillectomy4002 if you play on either of the next gen consoles it basically runs as smooth as it does in the video. Last gen has issues though unless you don't mind 30fps.
This game is honestly so much fun. Everything about it is great imo especially the sound it’s terrifying when you here a Warthog or attack chopper above you
Jack - can you get microsoft's attention and convince them to put this on game pass. I agree the game is criminally underrated, and that could be just what the game needs to expand player base
This game and Help Let Loose are really fun but I have to be in the right mood to play. Right now I'm addicted to Dying Light 2 it's so good one of the best open world games I've played in a long time!
Awesome seeing you stream this game for multiple hours, basically been the only game I play on the reg for the past year and a half. Would love to see you keep playing this game and getting really good. Maybe see you on there fraggy boi
@@bensmith8533 probably not as high as PC but it's consistently getting higher with more exposure, if your worried about finding games it's not an issue.
So glad to see you playing more of this game! Absolutely so unique and really nothing quite like it on console at the moment, been playing the hell out of it on my SeriesX. Tomo is a big fan of this game, would love to see you squad up with your crew on this game.
That “triangular front sight post” is called an FSB or front sight block, because the M4 is direct impingement it feeds gas through a tube to the bolt carrier to cycle the spent casing and feed a new cartridge. Flat top is typically referring to the upper reciever and not the FSB because you have upper recievers with forged carry handles. You can see though that the “flat top” function just changes out the FSB (front sight gas block) for a standard gas block without a front sight
I play coop exclusively and I've racked up about 500 hours in the game since launch. Played the original Insurgency for years before that. Modded servers on coop are my favorite. So fun being able to use a whole arsenal of weapons.
one of the best games I have ever play! I still play it every single night with my mates. We play a ton of hardcore coop with a lot of bots, slow milsim
I’m a console sandstorm player on Xbox series x and the game runs very well. Highly recommend for anyone else on console. As the chat member says there’s no aim assist but you get used to it after a while.
Was my favorite game to play with friends a few months back. I moved and don’t have pc rn, and I really miss playing it. The comms were always so funny
Been playing this game for a while now. Hardcore Co-op (PVE) is by far my favorite and the closest thing to a realistic tactical squad gameplay on console.
I just downloaded this game and I've been playing it almost exclusively. Gives me the realism I want while still keeping the more fast paced action of BF
the thing i love about insurgency sandstorm is you can talk to the enemies with proximity voice chat, i love sneaking behind them and whisper *psssht, turn around bozo*
Oh yeah jack, let's play squad. After over 2k gameplay i literally know every tricks (for sure i know not all, but things which only 80%) knew. It would be so awesome if you like to have your full own squad but nor enough guys, it would be a honor to play with you guys...
Tho i play at SEA server its mostly people speaking maderin or something. But the thing that makes me happy is that everyone tries their best to speak english and communicate. We have a lot of fun this game is a gem
still has a tight and active community even today. It has gotten a bit of a revived with the latest PS5 update. this was the game that brought me back to PC gaming after all the years on console !
Ivan the boneless is a badass he’s from a show I forget the name of it.. I’ve only wanted clips and part of a few episodes the show is called “Vikings” I believe if ur into that type of stuff I highly recommend it it’s a fking AMAZING show from what I’ve saw so far
FSP or front sight post is the correct term its a front sight and gas block combo. Flat top removes the FSP and replaces it with a standard low profile gas block that the rail usually covers
@jackfrags The first Rainbow Six game I ever played was RS: Rouge Spear on the PC, at the time the gfx were really good, but obviously today's games make it look 8-bit lol but the gameplay was really fantastic, very much a medium milsim. Next truly fantastic milsim I played after that was Operation Flashpoint that I played with a mate and my bro, was good times. After that before I knew it Battlefield: 1942 came out and I was all over that like ants in a picnic basket 👍. Anyways love your channel dude, have a good one!
Love playing hardcore co-op. Slower movement speed and more realistic. So if you don't like the fast run speed you might enjoy the hardcore co-op. I would honestly like a hardcore pvp mode with the slower movement speed. I just don't enjoy the super fast paced movement. You will be trying to play slightly tactical and by the time you try to thoroughly clear an area a guy has already sprinted a circle around you. So because the pacing is fast a lot can change around you in little time. It reminds me of warzone or any other game that is non tactical and has the arena shooter vibe. It's definitely an action oriented game first and foremost. Insurgency looks great though. The graphics are so good and it's such a clean art style. My eyes never get tired of looking at the game. Again I highly recommend hardcore co-op for anyone who wants to enjoy the game at a slower tactical pace.
I just reinstalled it after watching this, I've only ever played against bots but I think its time to try against real players. There are some realism mods that take the game to the next level as well. Thanks for reminding me this game existed Jack!
Been stuck on this game since I got it. It's best played slowly with group tactics, run and gun will usually get you wiped. PlayStation community seems to be active and fun to play with.
I had a good run with it. Been awhile since I played it. I'll eventually come back but I'm not feeling it lately. Been playing super animal royale, Anthem, and battlefront 2
This game is so damn good. Probably one of the best games to drop in the last 5 years
agreed. I just started playing a month or so ago and boy was I missing out. Better late than never though I suppose.
You do realize that insurgency has been out since 2014, and the original version shits all over sandstorm, right?
@@puregameplay7916 shhhhhhh
@@puregameplay7916 the "original" is actually a mod released back in 2007
@@puregameplay7916 Sandstorm is better
I have had that feeling for so long now Jack. The only thing really keeping this from being more popular is the simple fact that it's just not advertised enough. Some people will say, "It's better that it's underground" or something to that effect. But, the gameplay itself will always organically create the community. We need to see this game advertised more. End.
Disagree. The game has a very tough learning curve and the vast majority of players don't have the patience for that or have the ego that can take a bruising for a long time.
I started in PVP, got my ass handed to me over and over, so I went to PVE for a while to learn the maps and get a better feel for the gunplay. Returned to PVP and haven't look back.....2k+ levels later....
More advertising wouldn't hurt, never does, but that's not the reason it is a niche game.
@@touchgrasstryhard8604 I get where you're going but, don't think it's totally accurate. Compared to games like Squad, Hell Let Loose, Post Scriptum, etc.. ISS is much easier to get. I started on PvP and loved it from day one as did the majority of people I know who play it. Many of whom were coming to ISS on console in a wave to find something fill the void of BF and COD.
The fact that the game is HARD or HARDCORE for sure, is that I mean about the community cultivating itself. There are a lot more people out there interested in this style of play and honestly, it's the only one really doing it in a way that's so easily digestible. Game modes aren't complicated and roles are simple but important. Again, this isn't Squad.
I honestly like that you run into the same people often.
@@DJ-sn2wn I do too. Would just be nice to see some broader coverage for this game. Especially considering how solid the core mechanics are.
I think what might be restricting the playerbase is just the lack of any real progression system. A lot of people like having that carrot on a stick to keep them coming back and playing more.
The part on the front of the m4 is called a post sight you’d keep the post on in case your sight died in the field you could still utilize iron sights hope that was helpful love your channel!
*A2 Gas block front sight.
@@nickloven6728 I’m sure it has proper name but that’s the name that given in the army when I served and it’s the one I use to this day as a post rises and a mount falls easy way for me to always remember
Also you could get a cowitness sight picture which helps you train muscle memory and find the dot quickly.
@@acvfun I prefer a lower 1/3rd cowitness as it is the best of both worlds and provides less target obscurity.
I bought this over bf2042, great game. Surprised me how good it is for £25 and the menu music reminds me of bf2.
For me it says it’s £34.99!
Same....I was debating on which one, I couldn't even play the trial after a couple of hours do bf 2042. It wouldn't let me log in ....but this game is just so much fun. I like the voice chat....makes for interesting interactions
It's 60 AUD and nah not even worth it man I'm sticking with battlefield
@@ARES.PRODICTION Its 50% off rn until tomorrow
At 32:02 the A10 warthog sounds almost like it does in real life. Its very rare to actually find a game that gets the sound so close. Brings me back to my time in Afghanistan.
Would love to see you and Westie, Stodeh etc play this more and create some good content to boost this game.
It coule be amazing
1:53:24 that actually made me laugh. Perfect example how amazing and hilarious insurgency can be
I wonder if he could throw the grenade back in mid air
That would be cool
@@SirKartoshka You can but the chances of your grabbing it are extremely slim.
Fun fact the A-10 warthogs “Hellfire” machine gun has so much firepower it can only be fired in bursts, as it slows down the jets speed, and could be significant enough for it to fall out of the sky under prolonged fire.
Lool that's crazy
One of the games where you can immerse yourselves and opt in and out of casual or hardcore very easily. Severely underrated.
Keep going back to this game every few weeks. Just so awesome. Imagine playing it with good friends, that would be so cool.
friends...haha
I'm so happy u love it as much as I do. I've been addicted ever since it released on consoles
Has it been better recently on console? (mainly the multiplayer)
@@tonsillectomy4002 I've heard from friends that are still on last gen that it can be rough at times performance wise but it seems like they're doing they're best to get it to run smooth. On the new consoles it now runs flawlessly. They we're extremely quick in fixing the bugs of the first week like leaning audio and so on. Very much recommend it
@@tonsillectomy4002 if you play on either of the next gen consoles it basically runs as smooth as it does in the video. Last gen has issues though unless you don't mind 30fps.
@@Human_Mk3 thanks for the info😄
@@columlee6714 what fps do you get on a console
Jack: “Ivar the Boneless, what’s that from?”
Me: “History…”
One of my favorite games
This game is honestly so much fun. Everything about it is great imo especially the sound it’s terrifying when you here a Warthog or attack chopper above you
I'm addicted to this game the sounds of gunfire and the screams are brutal especially with a good head set
Was a pleasure to play with/against you ;)
Hope that JackFrags' coverage of this game draws in more players
insurgency on pc is mad, i might jump back into it as well as squads
I absolutely love this game. ❤️❤️❤️
The community is so welcoming and friendly. No other game has such community
Fr no bs just real gamers And army/gun/shooting lovers
Jack - can you get microsoft's attention and convince them to put this on game pass. I agree the game is criminally underrated, and that could be just what the game needs to expand player base
Just pay the $40 and support the developers man 😔
It's on gamepass now lol
Sorry missed the stream,love Sandstorm,perfect balance of tactical/casual gameplay imo.
This game and Help Let Loose are really fun but I have to be in the right mood to play. Right now I'm addicted to Dying Light 2 it's so good one of the best open world games I've played in a long time!
This game is my favorite shooter ever, im happy that Jack finally plays it!
Awesome seeing you stream this game for multiple hours, basically been the only game I play on the reg for the past year and a half. Would love to see you keep playing this game and getting really good. Maybe see you on there fraggy boi
Picked this game up a while ago and is hands down my favorite hardcore casual fps.
Game had a pretty shocking launch with bugs and optimisation issues, but it’s really good fun to play now
This game is hard, i love that.
I only bought this for the co-op and it is safe to say I wasn't disappointed.
Been playing a ton of this on console, it’s amazing
Player base?
@@bensmith8533 probably not as high as PC but it's consistently getting higher with more exposure, if your worried about finding games it's not an issue.
@@columlee6714 thanks mate
This is my favorite shooter the guns are just so satisfying. This game does so much stuff right.
It definitely is !! Just started playing on console last week. Cant believe i never heard of this till now
So glad to see you playing more of this game! Absolutely so unique and really nothing quite like it on console at the moment, been playing the hell out of it on my SeriesX. Tomo is a big fan of this game, would love to see you squad up with your crew on this game.
these guys need to redo day of infamy like they have with sandstorm
Is this game still active? Currently on sale through Steam. Wondering if people still play this so I can purchase.
I need to pick this game up again. The gunplay is so satisfying.
That “triangular front sight post” is called an FSB or front sight block, because the M4 is direct impingement it feeds gas through a tube to the bolt carrier to cycle the spent casing and feed a new cartridge.
Flat top is typically referring to the upper reciever and not the FSB because you have upper recievers with forged carry handles.
You can see though that the “flat top” function just changes out the FSB (front sight gas block) for a standard gas block without a front sight
I play coop exclusively and I've racked up about 500 hours in the game since launch. Played the original Insurgency for years before that. Modded servers on coop are my favorite. So fun being able to use a whole arsenal of weapons.
one of the best games I have ever play! I still play it every single night with my mates. We play a ton of hardcore coop with a lot of bots, slow milsim
You know the game is hardcore when Jack dies repeatedly
The new update basically got rid of all the tiny details like eye color for security and pistol equip animations
This is my favorite game. Way better than Cod or Battlefield. Thanks for streaming
I’m a console sandstorm player on Xbox series x and the game runs very well. Highly recommend for anyone else on console. As the chat member says there’s no aim assist but you get used to it after a while.
U sure there is no aim assist ?
Was my favorite game to play with friends a few months back. I moved and don’t have pc rn, and I really miss playing it. The comms were always so funny
2 of my close friends have their own characters on multiplayer also the instrument on the menu music is called the saz its a kurdish instrument
Anyone else find it weird watching modern fps games with an actual war now going on in real life too
what? there has been constant war for millenia. someone is always fighting, dying , struggling.
@@voidlight6006 exactly
@@voidlight6006 exactly
I love how Jack blames everything on DICE even when it’s not their game 😂
Been playing this game for a while now. Hardcore Co-op (PVE) is by far my favorite and the closest thing to a realistic tactical squad gameplay on console.
I just downloaded this game and I've been playing it almost exclusively. Gives me the realism I want while still keeping the more fast paced action of BF
Nothing like battlefield dont even compare mate
@@ARES.PRODICTION true,its better
Hardcore coop is so much fun. A little more relaxed compared to PVP and not as toxic, while still be serious.
Nah, I usually get a bunch of wanna be mil sim man children who rage when they die.
the thing i love about insurgency sandstorm is you can talk to the enemies with proximity voice chat, i love sneaking behind them and whisper *psssht, turn around bozo*
Oh yeah jack, let's play squad. After over 2k gameplay i literally know every tricks (for sure i know not all, but things which only 80%) knew.
It would be so awesome if you like to have your full own squad but nor enough guys, it would be a honor to play with you guys...
the little details in this game go crazy too. such a good shooter game
Tho i play at SEA server its mostly people speaking maderin or something. But the thing that makes me happy is that everyone tries their best to speak english and communicate. We have a lot of fun this game is a gem
The ISMC Mod on this Game is INSANE !!!!!
@ 50:29 that was traumatic for all of us… how did you survive Jacky boy
Never stopped playing it! Still get a few aussie/nz servers and south American ones here in Perth
The “flat top” portion on the weapon is called a front sight post
Incorect the ''flat top'' attachment removes the front sight post and instead uses a low profile gas block.
Is domination on console versions? Don’t remember seeing it last time I played.
Yup
Keep this game alive it’s amazing
It has challenging co-op which is pretty fun.
still has a tight and active community even today. It has gotten a bit of a revived with the latest PS5 update. this was the game that brought me back to PC gaming after all the years on console !
Do you think ill get recked on pc since I'm new to m&k?
Ivan the boneless is a badass he’s from a show I forget the name of it.. I’ve only wanted clips and part of a few episodes the show is called “Vikings” I believe if ur into that type of stuff I highly recommend it it’s a fking AMAZING show from what I’ve saw so far
Yayyy more insurgency this game deserves all the love
I don't get why 18:55 has is most replayed
Idk why, but this game and BF1, it’s a weird sense of satisfying watching teammates get dropped.
For the M4A1 the iron sights, the option for flat top in the beginning of the video I’m in the marines and we call it the A Frame
FSP or front sight post is the correct term its a front sight and gas block combo. Flat top removes the FSP and replaces it with a standard low profile gas block that the rail usually covers
3:05:27 That NA banter is top tier huh Jack lmao
How can something be "criminally underrated" that you've never played before? Oh wait, I know.
He played it before.
Criminally underrated and never played it again.
Where are you playing this at? Steam?
Hi Jack 👋 have you played this game on the ps5 I heard it had audio problems and a bit buggy do you have any news on this 😀
COULD NOT AGREE MORE , FOR CONSOLE THIS IS THE SHOOTER IMO
Loved the first of this game played it while in HS so much fun and the game mechanics blew me away
Most competitive game ever bro love it
9:06 "Just Do It" moment
Map Design on sandstorm is so fking good
this reminds me of the Medal Of Honour reboot in 2010? that had very similar game mode to push
@jackfrags The first Rainbow Six game I ever played was RS: Rouge Spear on the PC, at the time the gfx were really good, but obviously today's games make it look 8-bit lol but the gameplay was really fantastic, very much a medium milsim.
Next truly fantastic milsim I played after that was Operation Flashpoint that I played with a mate and my bro, was good times.
After that before I knew it Battlefield: 1942 came out and I was all over that like ants in a picnic basket 👍. Anyways love your channel dude, have a good one!
Jackfrags do you feel any wired stutter and breaks? I do
Love playing hardcore co-op. Slower movement speed and more realistic. So if you don't like the fast run speed you might enjoy the hardcore co-op. I would honestly like a hardcore pvp mode with the slower movement speed. I just don't enjoy the super fast paced movement. You will be trying to play slightly tactical and by the time you try to thoroughly clear an area a guy has already sprinted a circle around you. So because the pacing is fast a lot can change around you in little time. It reminds me of warzone or any other game that is non tactical and has the arena shooter vibe. It's definitely an action oriented game first and foremost.
Insurgency looks great though. The graphics are so good and it's such a clean art style. My eyes never get tired of looking at the game.
Again I highly recommend hardcore co-op for anyone who wants to enjoy the game at a slower tactical pace.
I've been playing on n Series X since it released. This game is dope AF! I can't wait for the next gen version
Same!!
I just reinstalled it after watching this, I've only ever played against bots but I think its time to try against real players. There are some realism mods that take the game to the next level as well. Thanks for reminding me this game existed Jack!
I saw your vid and got it rid away on the console i hope it works good on console cant wait to play it
I got this game before because I watched your video. It's pretty good on ps4! But it looks great on your setup.
Starting playing 6 weeks ago and I’m addicted, so fun!
It had a little rough patch a while back but this game is REALLY good now.
Been stuck on this game since I got it. It's best played slowly with group tactics, run and gun will usually get you wiped. PlayStation community seems to be active and fun to play with.
You "jump back" into games with quite a suspicious timing. They need all the good PR they can get for sure though.
6:28 front site gas block
9:09 lmao
The Xbox version still doesn't have gore effects, ever counter strike condition zero in 2005 had gore/blood effects.
Great video bro bro I remember you hope you remember me
Aka HoLLoPunk form BF3
Hopefully this comes to Game Pass eventually...I think that will give a lot more people a chance to play it
I had a good run with it. Been awhile since I played it. I'll eventually come back but I'm not feeling it lately. Been playing super animal royale, Anthem, and battlefront 2
1:29:45 That insult to... death.
Got it on ps4 a couple months back and play here and there, enjoy the gameplay. The sensitivity seems off to me but that could just be me
Jack i did buy this game it is so much fun pls stream it more i learn a lot from youre vids and streams ;)
PLEASE: play Escape from Tarkov with Aculite!
It makes me weep that this game isn't more popular.
57:36 jackfrags based moment