Attack Of Insects

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Attack Of Insects is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by BadWolf Games and was released on June 10, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Love insects? And insects that are two or even ten times more than you? If you love, then - it's fine, you will definitely be pleased with our insects. And if you do not love, then you will be happy, because you have to shoot on insects and watch them fly apart!

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

story3 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

Attack Of Insects delivers fast-paced, chaotic arcade-style action that is immediately approachable and provides moments of cathartic fun.
The game features a straightforward leveling and upgrade system that gives players a sense of progression and satisfaction as they improve their character's stats and firepower.
Despite its low-budget visuals, the game successfully captures the spirit of classic arcade shooters, offering a nostalgic experience for players looking for simple, mindless fun.

The game is criticized for being an asset flip, lacking originality and depth, with many assets taken from other sources without proper credit.
Combat mechanics are shallow, relying more on raw firepower and movement than on tactical decision-making, which may lead to repetitive gameplay over time.
Visual variety is limited, and the overall quality of the assets is low, contributing to a sense of repetition and a lack of polish in the gaming experience.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is characterized by fast-paced, arena-style combat against waves of insect enemies, but it tends to be shallow, relying more on firepower and movement than on strategic choices. While some players find it a tolerable timekiller, others appreciate its artistic elements, though the repetitive nature of the gameplay may detract from the overall experience.
- “Gameplay revolves around fast-paced, arena-style combat against relentless waves of insect enemies.”
- “This game is a modern art piece, from the visuals to the gameplay, fully immersing yourself; this was by far the best game I have ever witnessed so far.”
- “Check out the second half of the video if you want to see some gameplay and a brief overview.”
- “However, beneath this surface-level excitement, the combat mechanics remain fairly shallow, and players may eventually notice that success relies more on raw firepower and movement than on tactical decision-making.”
- “The gameplay is very simple.”
- “Tolerable timekiller with repetitive gameplay and boosting your character.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is straightforward and lacks intricate storytelling or deep worldbuilding, quickly immersing players in a chaotic environment overrun by giant insects.
- “The game wastes little time on elaborate storytelling or subtle worldbuilding, instead throwing the player straight into a world besieged by grotesquely oversized insects.”
- “The narrative is engaging and keeps you on the edge of your seat, with unexpected twists that make every decision feel impactful.”
- “The character development is rich, allowing players to form deep connections with the protagonists and their struggles.”
- “Developed by Badwolf Games and published by Handmade Games, the game wastes little time on elaborate storytelling or subtle worldbuilding, instead throwing the player straight into a world besieged by grotesquely oversized insects.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game tends to fade into the background, with sound design playing a crucial role in enhancing the intensity of battles through impactful weapon effects and enemy noises. Overall, the sound and music have received a rating of 4, indicating a solid but not standout experience.
- “The sound design does much of the heavy lifting in maintaining intensity, with loud weapon effects and enemy noises reinforcing the constant pressure of battle, even if the soundtrack itself fades into the background over time.”
- “Sound design does much of the heavy lifting in maintaining intensity, with loud weapon effects and enemy noises reinforcing the constant pressure of battle, even if the soundtrack itself fades into the background over time.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization practices of Badwolf Games/Handmade Games have been criticized for being unethical, as they allegedly exploit the work of other artists and developers without proper credit, leading to accusations of plagiarism and labeling their offerings as cash grabs. Users express concern over a pattern of releasing low-quality games that capitalize on the efforts of others.
- “The developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism as well as a cash grab.”
- “Badwolf Games/Handmade Games have shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab through this account or closely linked/alternate accounts.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised, described as a modern art piece that enhances both the visuals and gameplay, contributing to an immersive experience. Users consider it one of the best graphical presentations they have encountered in gaming.
- “This game is a modern art piece, from the visuals to the gameplay, and the Russian text fully immerses you. This is by far the best game I have ever witnessed so far.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a strong emphasis on community and collaboration, aiming to create a warm and engaging environment that resonates with players. Developers express a commitment to incorporating player feedback to enhance the overall experience.
- “We appreciate all communication with you; we value the opinion of each of you. We want to create a good, interesting, warm, and atmospheric game together with you, friends.”