A.I. Invasion

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A.I. Invasion is a single player strategy game. It was developed by GameArt Studio GmbH and was released on September 30, 2015. It received negative reviews from players.

"A.I. Invasion" is an action-packed strategic shooter set in a futuristic universe where machines have taken over. As a soldier, you must defend bases, escort convoys, and reclaim occupied outposts with the help of a team of special units. Your ultimate goal is to reclaim the planet system from the superior machines.

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Single-Player

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39%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The graphics are decent and visually appealing, with well-designed levels and good animations.
The game offers a variety of missions and allows for squad management, which adds a strategic element to the gameplay.
Despite its flaws, some players find the gameplay to be fun and engaging, especially for the price.

The controls are clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game is plagued by bugs and crashes, significantly impacting the overall enjoyment.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with insufficient enemy variety and tactical options.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The game's story is considered basic and underdeveloped, primarily conveyed through text during loading screens, which some players find unsatisfactory. While the mission objectives are clear, there is a desire for a more intricate plot to enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the variety of missions and the ability to customize their soldiers, but the overall narrative lacks depth and could benefit from a dedicated writer.
- “Invasion does have a bit of a story to it, although it is very basic.”
- “The story is told through writing throughout the game.”
- “As this game is in early access, you will be able to play 9 missions which will consist of exploring, defending, escorting a convoy, and of course plenty of frantic fighting action.”
- “Invasion does have a bit of a story to it although it is very basic.”
- “All in all the story isn't written very well either.”
- “They could really do with hiring a dedicated writer to deal with the story.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many reviewers noting that the artwork is good for the price and the visuals are polished, featuring decent textures and models. The futuristic atmosphere and level design are highlighted as strong points, although some feel the graphics are moderate rather than exceptional.
- “The graphics are well polished, the levels are nicely designed so far and the futuristic atmosphere is well created.”
- “The artwork is good for the price.”
- “Top-down view sci-fi shooter with nice graphics.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with users noting poor controls and a lack of variety in levels and enemies, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game shows potential, particularly with its twin-stick shooter mechanics, the current balance between action and tactical elements leads to a disjointed flow. Many reviewers suggest that improvements, such as cooperative play and a more integrated command system, are necessary for a more enjoyable experience.
- “But the price of £6.99 is reasonable for the value of the gameplay currently inside.”
- “Smooth gameplay.”
- “One way the command system could be given more use would be to introduce a tactical mode such as that seen in The Red Solstice, in which the game isn't paused completely but slowed down so as to allow the player to position and order their squad without completely halting gameplay.”
- “Gameplay and key controls are bad.”
- “As for gameplay, quite a few things could improve, such as cutscenes, bigger levels, and more variety of enemies.”
- “Doing this slows the game right down into a stop-and-start type of gameplay, which contradicts the otherwise fast-paced twin-stick shooter nature of the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs and multiple crashes during gameplay.
- “The game is quite buggy and crashed multiple times.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it nearly unplayable.”
- “There are numerous glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game's optimization for controller use has been criticized, with some players finding it a dealbreaker due to poor support for this input method.
- “The game's optimization for various hardware configurations is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it runs seamlessly without any noticeable lag or frame drops.”
- “The developers did a fantastic job optimizing the controls, making it easy to play with both keyboard and mouse as well as a controller.”
- “For me, that's a dealbreaker. I prefer using a controller, but this game wasn't optimized for it.”
- “The performance issues are frustrating; the game lags and stutters even on high-end hardware.”
- “I expected better optimization for such a popular title, but the frequent crashes and long loading times ruin the experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's music is energetic and engaging, enhancing the overall experience; however, players feel it lacks voice acting and interactive sound effects, which detracts from immersion and can be frustrating for those who prefer not to read.
- “The game has good pumped-up music, but I find it lacking in voice acting and sound effects for interactions. There are none at this point, and I really don't like to read.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
- “While the music is decent, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is perceived positively, as the menu design is not overly commercial or cluttered with advertisements, contributing to a more user-friendly experience.
- “The menu doesn't look particularly appealing in the way it is styled.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its polished graphics and thoughtfully designed levels, effectively immersing players in a convincing futuristic setting.
- “The graphics are well polished, the levels are nicely designed, and the futuristic atmosphere is well created.”