Animalistic

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Animalistic is a single player action game. It was developed by Keaton Applebaum and was released on February 28, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"Animalistic is a single-player action game with good graphics and a custom soundtrack. Battle fast-paced, ultraviolent combat as one of the last humans, using an arsenal of weapons to wipe out menacing animals across 20 story levels and endless wave maps. Be aware of the epilepsy seizure warning before playing."

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

music6 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

Satisfying gunplay and fast-paced action make for an enjoyable experience.
Unique and quirky art style, along with a great soundtrack, enhances immersion.
The game offers a fun and original concept with a variety of weapons and humorous enemies.

Levels can be too dark, making it difficult to see and navigate effectively.
Some gameplay mechanics, like melee timing and enemy spawning, feel unpolished and frustrating.
The game may not be well-optimized for all PCs, leading to performance issues.

music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The music in the game has received positive feedback for its ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players finding it immersive and energizing. While some reviews suggest that it could use improvement, the soundtrack is generally described as enjoyable and fitting for the game's style, contributing to a satisfying gameplay experience. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect that complements the game's visuals and action.
- “If you enjoy satisfying shooting, music that slaps and gets you pumped, cyberpunk style visuals and goofy gore, then this is the game for you.”
- “Intriguing visual style paired with stylish environmental destruction and a good soundtrack provide solid immersion for each stage.”
- “Music is okay, definitely could use improvement but not ear-splitting.”
- “The soundtrack really keeps you going and makes you want to play more.”
- “The music definitely helps with that; the soundtrack is definitely a vibe!”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
20%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the vibrant art style and cel-shaded visuals that enhance the frenetic gameplay, while others criticize the lighting and level design as subpar. Overall, the aesthetic is appreciated for its cyberpunk elements and engaging themes, but technical shortcomings detract from the experience for some players.
- “If you enjoy satisfying shooting, music that slaps and gets you pumped, cyberpunk style visuals and goofy gore, then this is the game for you.”
- “Perfect graphics!”
- “Frenetic violence, with beautiful graphics in a cel shading art that give an incredible cartoon tone to the game, and the gameplay is totally insane.”
- “If that wasn't enough, let me say that the level design sucks and the graphics are mediocre.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
11%
22%
The gameplay is characterized by fluid mechanics and a variety of weapons, offering a fast-paced and enjoyable experience reminiscent of titles like Anger Foot and Trepang 2. However, some players find certain aspects frustrating, such as unpolished boss fights and delayed melee timing. Overall, the frenetic violence and vibrant cel-shaded graphics contribute to a fun and replayable action experience.
- “Very fluid gameplay, a good variety of weapons and a lot of violence.”
- “A weird little concept of trippy plushie style animals which like to partake in some murder, mixed in with some gun throwing, sliding FPS mechanics and you have a fun time.”
- “Super smooth and solid gameplay, a lot of replayability, just super fun and fast-paced action!”
- “It's rather frustrating to find a secret lore entry and not be able to read it because of this mechanic.”
- “The final boss fight proves rather unpolished and relies on constant enemy spam to create difficulty, instead of more unique mechanics.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by a blend of crude and silly elements, appealing to fans of both FPS and dark comedy. Players find the combination of hilarious animal encounters and absurdity in gameplay to be entertaining and engaging, making it a unique experience.
- “An easy, silly FPS where you hilariously murder a bunch of animals.”
- “They're the perfect mix of hilarious, tricky (but not unfair), and terrifying.”
- “If you enjoy games like Doom but also crude humor, then definitely check out this game!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The game's replayability is generally considered low due to its linear content, appealing mainly to speedrunners and achievement hunters. However, players also highlight the smooth gameplay and fast-paced action, which contribute to a fun experience that can encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Super smooth and solid gameplay, a lot of replayability, just super fun and fast-paced action!”
- “Replay value is low as the content is linear, unless you’re into speedrunning or achievement hunting.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The story in the game is subtly woven through environmental storytelling and collectible lore files, creating a hidden narrative that players can uncover. However, the gameplay experience can be frustrating due to limited resources, often forcing players to restart levels after being overwhelmed by enemies.
- “However, don't let this fool you: there is, in fact, a somewhat hidden plot in the game, composed of environmental storytelling and sparse lore files to collect in each level.”
- “However, don’t let this fool you: there is, in fact, a somewhat hidden plot in the game, composed of environmental storytelling and sparse lore files to collect in each level.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game offers an enjoyable experience, but players report that it is not well optimized for all PC configurations. Many hope for future updates to improve performance while appreciating the game's visual appeal.
- “I hope the game gets more optimized soon, but so far I really like how the game is looking!”
- “The optimization is lacking, causing frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “I find the game runs poorly on my system, despite meeting the recommended requirements.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the frequent need to switch weapons, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “Constantly having to switch guns is not fun; it's just tedious and annoying.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grind to be a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is praised for its effective music and gritty tone, although some players find it too dark, making it difficult to fully appreciate the environment.
- “The music and atmosphere are spot on.”
- “The game has a good gritty atmosphere, even though it can be too dark to fully appreciate it most of the time.”