As an active service member, I approached "Ready or Not" with a blend of anticipation and skepticism. The game offers moments of genuine enjoyment, yet there are aspects that challenge its claim to tactical realism.

Pros:
- Graphics and Sound: The game shines in its visual presentation. The vibrant graphics make each environment captivating, and the ambient sound in different maps enhances the immersive experience.
- Level Design: The design and atmosphere of some levels are commendable, though their realism can be questionable.
- Gameplay Mechanics: The command query system is innovative, allowing strategic gameplay and adding depth to the tactical options available.

Cons:
- Realism and Scenario Design: The game sometimes veers into the realm of fantasy. For example, a level featuring a cult of small-statured women armed with heavy weaponry is more fanciful than realistic. Such scenarios, while entertaining, can feel disconnected from the game's intended realism.
- Firearm Physics and AI Issues: The inconsistency in firearm mechanics is a significant issue. AI suspects can effortlessly shoot through solid concrete with a 9mm Liberty Calico, yet my return fire with more potent calibers like 7.62x39, 5.56, or 300 blackout is ineffectual, even against thinner materials. This discrepancy in ballistics is a major drawback.
- AI's Unnatural Awareness: The AI's ability to detect and accurately shoot through walls, floors, and ceilings at the slightest provocation is particularly frustrating. This hyper-awareness of the AI, combined with their wall-penetrating shots, often strips away the fun and fairness from the gameplay.
- Endless Ammo for AI: The lack of reloading mechanics for AI characters, especially those with automatic firearms like Kalashnikovs, disrupts the game's attempt at a realistic tactical experience.
- Gunplay Mechanics: The mechanics around magazine checks and reloading could be more intuitive and responsive. This would add to the realism and fluidity of combat situations.

Conclusion:
"Ready or Not" straddles the fine line between a fun tactical shooter and a realistic simulation. While it excels in certain areas like graphics and sound, it falls short in delivering a consistently believable tactical experience, particularly for someone with real-life military experience. The game is enjoyable, but improvements in AI behavior, firearm physics, and general realism could elevate it significantly. My rating stands at 5/10, reflecting its potential and current shortcomings.