The Game of Endless Creativity – Garry’s Mod (Review)

Garry's Mod is, quite literally, a sandbox. There are no objectives, no missions, and no story guiding you. At first, this might sound meaningless to some players—but it's exactly this freedom that makes Garry’s Mod stand out from other games. What the game offers you is a framework—a creation platform built on the Source engine. Everything else is up to your imagination.

When you first launch it, what you see is very simple: an empty map, a tools menu, and objects to spawn. But behind this simplicity lies enormous potential. Whether you're experimenting with physics, creating your own short films (Machinima), trying out crazy stuff with friends, or just building strange contraptions—Garry’s Mod doesn’t limit you; it enables you.

Pros:
Mod Support: Through the Steam Workshop, you can download thousands of mods. New weapons, maps, character models, vehicles, and much more can be added with just a few clicks.

Community Content: Perhaps the strongest aspect of GMod is its massive community. Thousands of new content pieces are uploaded every day.

Multiple Game Modes: With modes like TTT (Trouble in Terrorist Town), Prop Hunt, DarkRP, and Murder, Garry’s Mod can transform into completely different games.

Creativity: Scripting, animation, map design, and more—if you're willing to learn, GMod can even become a mini game development workshop for you.

Roleplay Possibilities: Especially on DarkRP servers, social interactions can feel like living in a city simulator—or even participating in a live-action play.

Cons:
Confusing for Beginners: With no in-game tutorial or clear direction, new players may feel lost at the start.

Unstable Add-ons: Some user-created content can be buggy or cause performance issues.

Server Dependence: Some game modes rely on servers, and finding a quality one can take time.

Conclusion:
Depending on what you're looking for in a game, Garry’s Mod will either captivate you for hundreds of hours or lose your interest in minutes. But if you love freedom and creativity, and you trust your imagination, this game is absolutely for you. Especially when played with friends, the fun has no limits. If you’re looking for a game where you make the rules, Garry’s Mod is the place to be.

My Score: 9/10
Playtime: 800+ hours
Recommendation: Absolutely YES. But be ready to learn a bit.

-WExPER