LIGHTNING (AppID: 2137090)

Type: game Genre: Action, Early Access Developer: AIONWARE LTD, H. Senemar Publisher: AIONWARE LTD Release Date: Jun 2023
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LIGHTNING - Steam Analytics & Details

LIGHTNING has 0 current players. Currently priced at $0.10, it represents yellow value compared to similar Action games.

Total Players
0
Price
$0.10
Genre
Action
Developer
AIONWARE LTD

Media Gallery

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Screenshots

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Videos

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Game Insights

Buy Verdict

Watch — $9.99.

Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.

~20 days until next sale

Multiplayer Viability

Declining — 0 CCU.

Population trend: Stable. Finding matches may be harder.

Stable population

Community Sentiment

Very Positive — score 60/100.

Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).

Stable

Value Score

Fair Value — 60th percentile.

Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 60th percentile. Priced as Market at $9.99.

Market pricing tier

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LIGHTNING worth buying right now?
Watch — $9.99. Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
When does LIGHTNING go on sale?
Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
Is LIGHTNING multiplayer dead?
Declining — 0 CCU. Population trend: Stable. Finding matches may be harder.
What do players think of LIGHTNING?
Very Positive — score 60/100. Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).

Genre Benchmarks

Value Ratio Top 40%

Early Access Active

Time in EA
1081 days

Price History

Lowest Price
$0.10
May 2026 across all regions
Current Price
$0.10
US region
Price history across regions (last 30 days)

System Requirements

Platform Support
Windows
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: 64-bit Windows 7, 8.1, 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 series | AMD FX-6300
  • Memory: 6 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 760 2GB
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 10 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Minimum required graphic card could be slightly less than the standard requirement if FSR is enabled. systems below the minimum spec are more likely to experience low frame rate and hangs.
Recommended:
Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: 64-bit Windows 10, 11
  • Processor: Intel Core i7 series | AMD Ryzen 5 1600
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 1070
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 10 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: SSD recommended. FSR Ultra recommended for visual sharpness and clarity.
Pricing
Paid Game
CDN$ 12.99 (CAD)

Additional Information

Categories
Multi-player PvP Online PvP Co-op Online Co-op Steam Achievements Steam Workshop In-App Purchases Steam Cloud Stats Includes level editor Family Sharing
Tags
Action Character Customization Competitive Early Access First-Person FPS Gun Customization Hero Shooter Magic Military +10 more
Supported Languages
English*
*languages with full audio support
Official Website
https://Aionware.com

Current Pricing

💰
CDN$ 12.99
Regular Price
Historical low: $0.10 (May 2026)

Additional Information

🏆 Achievements
16
total achievements
Featured:
First Match Played
Getting Started
🇧🇷 DEJUS Rating
14
Brazilian rating
🇩🇪 Steam Germany
16
German classification
🆘 Support
⚠️ Content Warning
Some content of this game may not be appropriate for all ages: Playing against other players: Low to mild display of blood Playing against zombies: Gore, decapitation and piles of bodies are frequently observed.
🎁 Purchase Options
1
package options

Developer Analytics

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About This Game

Fast-paced competitive FPS with character abilities. Combining realistic settings with superpowers. Geared toward ESPORT with In-game Map Editor. Organize tournaments, customize weapons and characters, replay matches, manage your team, variety of modes and exclusive attention to gunplay.

Detailed Description

WORKSHOP SUPPORT

LIGHTNING has a built-in native map editor and creator. No extra downloads!
You can even import your own 3D models along with their textures inside the editor!

Easily publish the map to the workshop from the editor.
Anyone can then browse the workshop maps inside the game, and invite or host a match with them.


About the Game

Fast-paced competitive FPS with focus on Esports where it's possible to organize tournaments & leagues, customize your weapon & operator, watch your match replays for education or entertainment, create teams, a variety of modes, and exclusive attention to gunplay.

The main competitive core is a 5v5 tactical economy-based match with unique character abilities.


No SBMM for Custom matches and server browsers that are also available per region. where it's possible to play up to a total of 24 players, 12 on each team and modes ranging from FFA, TDM, 5v5 to mutation mode.

FEATURES IN EARLY ACCESS


  • Tournament System
  • Map Editor/Workshop Maps
  • Parkour (wall run, wall jump, vault)
  • Replay System
  • Team Creation
  • Voice Chat
  • Weapon & Operator Customization
  • FSR 2.0 & FSR 1.0
  • Server browser
  • Total of 4 Special Characters
  • Emotes
  • MODES

    • 5v5 (round-based)
    • Cargo Escort (round-based)
    • Mutation (zombies horde wave system)
    • FFA
    • TDM
    • GUN
    • Conquest
    • CQC Knife


procedurally generated maps

PLANNED FEATURES


  • Map Creator & Editor in-game (✔) ADDED!
  • Rent A Server (change many gameplay options)
  • Audio System re-work
  • Short Story Campaign
  • MODES

    • Cargo escort (✔) ADDED!
    • Parkour KOH
    • CQC Knife [expansion]

More features will be planned as the game progress.
New features will be added at the bottom of the list.

LEAGUE SYSTEM


The League System in-game makes it easier than ever to let you organize tournaments and set a prize pool along with game modes, number of participants, whether it's team-based, having entry fees or not and control over the tournament.

MAP EDITOR

Let your creativity be unleashed, LIGHTNING has a very approachable in-game map editor, with the option to Import your own models! the power to create is now in your hands.

CHARACTER SYSTEM


In Lightning, you're able to create and customize your operator the way you want them and then you're able to choose a power-enabled character whom you harness their special abilities and appearance for your own.

THE HORDE IS COMING


This mode consists of a wave system with mutant bosses. as you progress there will be stronger mutants and more boss waves.

REPLAY SYSTEM


Watch the replay of your past games and see how your opponent played their round with the capability to create gameplay moments.

PARKOUR


Wall run and wall jump across vertical surfaces,
In addition to being able to vault over obstacles, you can also utilize wall runs and jumps to take advantage of your surroundings. For instance, you could execute a wall jump from one surface to another and deliver a finishing attack by landing on your opponent.

CUSTOMIZATION


Weapon and Operator customization
Customize your weapon and operator with a large selection of gears and clothing

SKILL BASED


No weapon grind, focus on competing instead. all firearms will be accessible from the get-go.
The main competitive focus of the game will be an economy based 5v5 mode. where all utilities and firearms are buyable through match-earned credits.
Any firearm is capable to do a 1-shot headshot, your bullet exactly goes where the iron sight is when you're Aiming Down Sight, regardless of the recoil.
In economy mode due to buyable armor and helmet for increased protection, there may need for more than one bullet for a headshot with some specific weapons.

OPTIMIZATION


LIGHTNING is optimized in favor of performance to meet the competitive scene standards while keeping the quality level high.


A new matchmaking algorithm has been in development and is being made in-house

LIGHTNING is the work of a single game developer, created by passion. the final vision for LIGHTNING is yet to be reached. but it's closer than ever.

About the Game

Fast-paced competitive FPS with focus on Esports where it's possible to organize tournaments & leagues, customize your weapon & operator, watch your match replays for education or entertainment, create teams, a variety of modes, and exclusive attention to gunplay.

The main competitive core is a 5v5 tactical economy-based match with unique character abilities.


No SBMM for Custom matches and server browsers that are also available per region. where it's possible to play up to a total of 24 players, 12 on each team and modes ranging from FFA, TDM, 5v5 to mutation mode.

FEATURES IN EARLY ACCESS


  • Tournament System
  • Map Editor/Workshop Maps
  • Parkour (wall run, wall jump, vault)
  • Replay System
  • Team Creation
  • Voice Chat
  • Weapon & Operator Customization
  • FSR 2.0 & FSR 1.0
  • Server browser
  • Total of 4 Special Characters
  • Emotes
  • MODES

    • 5v5 (round-based)
    • Cargo Escort (round-based)
    • Mutation (zombies horde wave system)
    • FFA
    • TDM
    • GUN
    • Conquest
    • CQC Knife


procedurally generated maps

PLANNED FEATURES


  • Map Creator & Editor in-game (✔) ADDED!
  • Rent A Server (change many gameplay options)
  • Audio System re-work
  • Short Story Campaign
  • MODES

    • Cargo escort (✔) ADDED!
    • Parkour KOH
    • CQC Knife [expansion]

More features will be planned as the game progress.
New features will be added at the bottom of the list.

LEAGUE SYSTEM


The League System in-game makes it easier than ever to let you organize tournaments and set a prize pool along with game modes, number of participants, whether it's team-based, having entry fees or not and control over the tournament.

MAP EDITOR

Let your creativity be unleashed, LIGHTNING has a very approachable in-game map editor, with the option to Import your own models! the power to create is now in your hands.

CHARACTER SYSTEM


In Lightning, you're able to create and customize your operator the way you want them and then you're able to choose a power-enabled character whom you harness their special abilities and appearance for your own.

THE HORDE IS COMING


This mode consists of a wave system with mutant bosses. as you progress there will be stronger mutants and more boss waves.

REPLAY SYSTEM


Watch the replay of your past games and see how your opponent played their round with the capability to create gameplay moments.

PARKOUR


Wall run and wall jump across vertical surfaces,
In addition to being able to vault over obstacles, you can also utilize wall runs and jumps to take advantage of your surroundings. For instance, you could execute a wall jump from one surface to another and deliver a finishing attack by landing on your opponent.

CUSTOMIZATION


Weapon and Operator customization
Customize your weapon and operator with a large selection of gears and clothing

SKILL BASED


No weapon grind, focus on competing instead. all firearms will be accessible from the get-go.
The main competitive focus of the game will be an economy based 5v5 mode. where all utilities and firearms are buyable through match-earned credits.
Any firearm is capable to do a 1-shot headshot, your bullet exactly goes where the iron sight is when you're Aiming Down Sight, regardless of the recoil.
In economy mode due to buyable armor and helmet for increased protection, there may need for more than one bullet for a headshot with some specific weapons.

OPTIMIZATION


LIGHTNING is optimized in favor of performance to meet the competitive scene standards while keeping the quality level high.


A new matchmaking algorithm has been in development and is being made in-house

LIGHTNING is the work of a single game developer, created by passion. the final vision for LIGHTNING is yet to be reached. but it's closer than ever.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many players are currently playing LIGHTNING?
0 players are currently in-game on Steam.
Is LIGHTNING free to play?
LIGHTNING costs $0.10 on Steam.
What genre is LIGHTNING?
LIGHTNING is a Action, Early Access game.
Who developed LIGHTNING?
LIGHTNING was developed by AIONWARE LTD and published by AIONWARE LTD.
What platforms does LIGHTNING support?
Available on Steam for Windows.

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