Bad Caterpillar

About

"Bad Caterpillar" is a destructive physics-based puzzle game. Control a mischievous caterpillar, creating chaos and demolishing buildings using an arsenal of unique abilities. Your goal: cause as much destruction as possible before reaching the exit in each level. Fast-paced action and strategic planning are key to racking up high scores and becoming the baddest caterpillar around.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Highly addictive gameplay that captures the essence of classic arcade games like Centipede and Millipede.
Smooth controls and vibrant graphics enhance the nostalgic experience, making it easy to pick up and play.
Innovative features such as power-ups and multiple playable characters add depth to the traditional arcade formula.

The game has significant bugs, including issues with exiting the game properly, which can require using Task Manager to close it.
Mouse control can be problematic, with reports of erratic movement that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Some players find the random nature of power-ups and the game's overall execution to feel amateurish and lacking polish.

stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is criticized for being overly buggy, with users describing it as amateurish. While some minor glitches in the menus are noted, they are considered manageable, and the gameplay itself is still enjoyable.
- “If you'll forgive the obvious pun, it's way too buggy.”
- “I really think you should avoid it as it's just a bit too amateur and too buggy.”
- “There are a couple of glitches in the menus, but they are easy fixes and the gameplay is great.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is enhanced by the addition of weapon switching, making it more engaging, while the overall experience is described as easy to pick up and smooth. Although there are minor glitches in the menus, they do not detract from the overall quality of the gameplay.
- “The added weapon switching makes the gameplay more interesting.”
- “Easy to pick up and slick, smooth gameplay with no cons.”
- “There are a couple of glitches in the menus, but they are easy fixes and the gameplay is great.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is highly praised for its energetic and nostalgic vibe, perfectly complementing the old school arcade action. Reviewers highlight the rockin' soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience.
- “The rockin' soundtrack kept me engaged throughout the game.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I found myself humming the catchy tunes long after I finished playing.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, appealing particularly to fans of 8-bit and Sega-style visuals, though some users feel that many retro games fail to deliver quality graphics. Overall, it garners praise for its authentic retro aesthetic.
- “As someone who loves 8-bit and Sega-style graphics, I cannot recommend this game enough!”
- “The visuals are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that truly bring the game world to life.”
- “The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
- “Most retro games are a poor imitation with terrible graphics.”