BARRICADEZ

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BARRICADEZ is a single player strategy game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Fly Penguin inc. and was released on September 29, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Barricadez is a side-view tower defense game. Collect materials and items underground, craft or produce it, and setup a base to protect the "cradle" from enemies that appears and attack at night. Combining a wide variety of traps and blocks to build a unique base in the world, and repel enemies unforgivingly.

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Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique blend of tower defense, resource gathering, and crafting mechanics, providing a fresh and engaging gameplay experience.
The atmosphere is enhanced by great music, art, and sound effects, creating a captivating vibe that draws players into its post-apocalyptic world.
The gameplay encourages critical thinking and strategy, with a variety of traps and defenses to build, making each playthrough feel unique and rewarding.

The game lacks a comprehensive tutorial and clear instructions, which can make it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics and objectives.
There are significant resource gathering issues, particularly with the scarcity of essential materials like steel, which can hinder progress.
The game has not received updates in a long time, leading to concerns about its long-term support and development.

story
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it simplistic or lacking depth, while others appreciate its mysterious elements and environment-driven storytelling. The narrative unfolds through cut-scenes and artistic visuals, creating intrigue about the game world and its characters, though many note that the story is still underdeveloped in the early release. Overall, players express a desire for more content to enhance the storytelling experience.
- “A truly mysterious story that unfolds via cut-scenes as you progress.”
- “Barricadez keeps to a simple and artistically refined form of storytelling interwoven in a 2D tower defense.”
- “The art style thrives in building an environment through depictive storytelling, and really proves that a picture is worth a thousand words.”
- “The dumb story, if you can call it that, isn't the only reason why I'm leaving a negative review.”
- “So far, there's only a little bit of story with more to be added, but what is there makes me want to know more about the robot, the baby, and this game world in general.”
- “- a little lacking in story > but it is still early release.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in Barricadez is accessible yet strategically deep, allowing players of all skill levels to enjoy building defenses while encouraging critical thinking through varied wave combinations. The game features intuitive building mechanics, responsive development support, and skill trees that enhance gameplay, making it suitable for both casual and dedicated players, with potential playtime ranging from 30 to over 100 hours.
- “The ease of building a defense is something that anyone can pick up, but the strategy in building a robust defense makes this game open to a wide audience. The ability to step away at the end of any night's defense makes it great for both casual and intensive gameplay!”
- “Gameplay that encourages critical thinking; there is no one 'best' way to build, as the interesting wave combinations can surprise you.”
- “Barricadez is a solid way to fill ~30 hours for casual gameplay, and if tower defense is your cup of tea, this game could easily take over 100 hours to master.”
- “- gameplay that encourages critical thinking; there is no one 'best' way to build, as the interesting wave combinations can surprise you.”
- “- skill trees to improve aspects of the gameplay.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere and intensity, effectively complementing the gameplay experience. Reviewers note that the ambient soundtrack, along with thrilling tunes during nighttime, contributes to a sinister mood, making it a well-integrated aspect of the overall design.
- “Music - it's nice, a really good ambient with some thrilling tunes at night.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't leave much room for improvement either, as it builds into the atmosphere and intensity that you'll feel while desperately flying through a complicated maze of paths you've dug while attempting to get back to the surface in time to re-arm a wall of phalanxes or striving to rebuild a defensive wall that's been demolished by oozes' ceaseless advance.”
- “The graphics, the art, with smart use of color (or lack thereof), and the fitting music all add to the sinister mood.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their rich and evocative art style, which effectively enhances the storytelling and creates an immersive atmosphere. The use of color and detailed backgrounds, particularly in nighttime settings, contributes to a creepy and sinister mood that resonates well with players. Overall, the visuals are a standout feature, elevating the game's overall experience.
- “The art style thrives in building an environment through depictive storytelling, and really proves that a picture is worth a thousand words.”
- “It's quite a nice-looking game with really rich backgrounds, and the nighttime scenes are both eerie and creepy at the same time.”
- “The graphics and art, with smart use of color (or lack thereof), along with the fitting music, all add to the sinister mood.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to connect with the story.”
- “The environments feel bland and uninspired, failing to immerse players in the game world.”
replayability
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Barricadez offers significant replayability through various harder difficulty settings, challenge levels, and unique events like the red moon night rush, encouraging players to revisit the game for new experiences.
- “There are harder difficulties, challenge levels, and red moon night rush... a lot of replayability to be found in Barricadez.”
- “Once you complete the game, there isn't much incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of varied endings makes replaying feel pointless.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is enhanced by a compelling soundtrack that intensifies the experience of navigating complex mazes and managing defensive strategies, creating a sense of urgency and immersion in the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack doesn't leave much room for improvement either, as it builds into the atmosphere and intensity that you'll feel while desperately flying through a complicated maze of paths you've dug while attempting to get back to the surface in time to re-arm a wall of phalanxes or striving to rebuild a defensive wall that's been demolished by the ceaseless advance of oozes.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't leave much room for improvement either, as it builds into the atmosphere and intensity that you'll feel while desperately flying through a complicated maze of paths you've dug while attempting to get back to the surface in time to re-arm a wall of phalanxes or striving to rebuild a defensive wall that's been demolished by oozes' ceaseless advance.”