100th Bug Brigade

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100th Bug Brigade is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Sam Meyer and was released on April 11, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

100th Bug Brigade is an accessible, story-rich, tactical, team-based roleplaying game featuring very cute bugs in a very uncute time. Expected playtime: 1 hour. Don't let the Robugs win! Lead the underdog forces of the 100th Bug Brigade and defend your home tree! Though the battle is dire, hope rests with you! Clever tactics utilizing each member's unique active and passive abilities can t…

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Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

The game offers a surprisingly deep and creative tactical experience for a free student project, with unique character abilities and engaging combat mechanics.
The characters are well-developed and charming, making players care about their growth throughout the short playtime.
The art style and music are unique and enjoyable, contributing to a fun and entertaining overall experience.

The game suffers from multiple bugs, including movement issues and freezing, which can hinder gameplay.
Some players found the game to be shallow and lacking in depth, with a rushed story and limited content.
Despite being free, the game has received a poor public reception, with very few concurrent players on Steam.

humor
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The humor in the game is well-received, with creative attacks that align with the characters and an engaging story that enhances the comedic elements. Overall, players find the humor to be a strong point of the experience.
- “The attacks are creative and fit their characters, the story itself is pretty nice, and the humor is good!”
- “The game is filled with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the humor is woven into the gameplay, making even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted.”
story
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The story is engaging and well-paced, featuring creative attacks that align with the characters and a good sense of humor. While it includes a variety of gameplay scenarios that enhance momentum, some players feel the narrative may feel rushed due to the game's limited scope.
- “Attacks are creative and fit their characters, the story itself is pretty nice, and the humor is good!”
- “In one you'll fend off a ton of enemies, in the next you have a two-phase boss fight, then the next one makes you fight without one of your party members, etc. There's five stages, and each progresses the story and maintains a sense of momentum.”
- “This variety creates great gameplay pacing, even if the story may feel a bit rushed due to the game's small scope.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
graphics
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Reviewers note that the game's graphics feature a unique art style that stands out, while also acknowledging the historical significance of 3D graphics becoming mainstream in the mid-1990s with the advent of dedicated 3D cards. Additionally, the music complements the visuals effectively, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Plus, the music goes way harder than I'd have expected, and the art style is pretty unique.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is noted for its surprisingly deep tactics, offering a balance of complexity and accessibility that enhances pacing. However, the limited scope of the game may lead to a rushed narrative experience.
- “The tactical gameplay is surprisingly deep for a one-hour game, yet deceptively simple enough to avoid being overwhelming.”
- “This variety creates great gameplay pacing, even if the story may feel a bit rushed due to the game's small scope.”
music
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The music in the game is surprisingly intense and impactful, exceeding expectations, while the unique art style complements the overall experience.
- “The music goes way harder than I had expected, and the art style is pretty unique.”