Create a snail and join the battle. Take control of the backyard with Battle Snails! Climb walls, hang upside down and move anywhere. Team up with your friends for a tank game unlike any other!
Epic Snails offers a unique and engaging gameplay experience, allowing players to control customizable snails in a fun and humorous environment.
The game has a charming concept with potential for growth, and many players find it enjoyable to play with friends, especially in a casual setting.
The graphics and soundtrack are praised for their quality, contributing to an overall entertaining experience that resonates with players emotionally.
The game has been largely abandoned by its developers, leading to a lack of updates and a dwindling player base, making it difficult to find matches.
Many players report technical issues, such as the game not starting or being stuck in matchmaking, which detracts from the overall experience.
Despite its fun mechanics, the game suffers from balance issues with weapons and limited content, which can lead to frustration among players.
gameplay
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Epic Snails" is praised for its unique mechanics, combining humor and innovative features that enhance the experience, such as wall climbing and varied weapon selection. Players appreciate the game's balance between casual and hardcore elements, with a focus on realism and engaging multiplayer interactions. Overall, the gameplay is described as fun, addictive, and visually impressive, making it a standout in the genre.
“Never have I seen such awesome game mechanics combined with what are some of the best graphics of the 21st century.”
“This game strives for realism and a hardcore, gritty gameplay experience which it certainly achieves.”
“Epic Snails boasts the visuals, music, story, and gameplay necessary to bring out the best of the shooter genre, rivaling games such as Wolfenstein and Doom.”
“Please, if you choose to play this game, tread with care and be ready for the most ungodly images and gameplay you will ever come across.”
“The game looks like a more casual experience, with slower gameplay than most shooter games.”
“The game is so unknown to the general public that I had to rely on both the in-game lobby and YouTube gameplay to see what the game is about.”
music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
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9%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its epic and emotional qualities, often highlighting its ability to enhance the gameplay experience. Composed by renowned artists Nobuo Uematsu and Koji Kondo, the soundtrack is described as both entertaining and fitting for the game's themes, although some critics note that certain tracks may feel too child-friendly for the action. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack: heavenly.”
“The original soundtrack was what really brought the game to life, conveying the game's highs and lows, composed by the collaboration of legends Nobuo Uematsu (the composer for Final Fantasy) and Koji Kondo (the composer for Legend of Zelda).”
“Epic Snails is the pinnacle of online multiplayer games, with its outstanding gameplay, stunning graphics, and deeply emotional soundtrack.”
“The only negative bits I view to it is that its soundtrack is a bit too child-friendly; doesn't really get you into the action, such as the main theme for the game that is the same as the backyard map theme.”
“And oh god the music.”
“Do you want to battle it out while listening to cute and peaceful music?”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have been universally praised as stunning and of extremely high quality, with many reviewers highlighting the impressive detail, realistic textures, and vibrant visuals that enhance the overall experience. The combination of charming artwork and emotional storytelling further elevates the game's appeal, making it a standout in the genre. Overall, the graphics are described as a significant strength, rivaling some of the best in contemporary gaming.
“This game has a compelling story with stunning visuals and a highly emotional, relatable group of characters.”
“Never have I seen such awesome game mechanics combined with what are some of the best graphics of the 21st century.”
“But the worms-like artwork disguises a charming story about allyship and generosity.”
“Extremely high quality graphics and audio make me feel like I'm actually a snail.”
“The visuals also elevate the game to new heights, and you can really tell with its realistic geometry and textures, with painstaking amounts of detail that really makes you think 'this is definitely better than Uncharted 4.'”
emotional
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is profoundly impactful, resonating deeply with players through its compelling story, relatable characters, and stunning visuals. Many reviewers describe it as an emotional rollercoaster that evokes strong feelings, with some stating it has changed their lives and left them unable to revisit its emotional intensity. The game's soundtrack further enhances the emotional experience, often bringing players to tears.
“This game has a compelling story with stunning visuals and a highly emotional, relatable group of characters.”
“Saying that this game changed my life would be an understatement; the emotional connection to each character I played was immensely overwhelming.”
“Epic Snails is an emotional rollercoaster full of lovable characters with a detailed story and a wide variety of ways to be played.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Epic Snails" is praised for its compelling narrative, emotional depth, and relatable characters, making it an engaging experience. Players embark on quests that reflect themes of allyship and generosity, with the game's visuals and mechanics enhancing the storytelling. Overall, it is described as an emotional rollercoaster that stands out in the shooter genre.
“This game has a compelling story with stunning visuals and a highly emotional, relatable group of characters.”
“Epic Snails is an emotional rollercoaster full of lovable characters with a detailed story and a wide variety of ways to be played.”
“Epic snails is an emotional rollercoaster full of lovable characters with a detailed story and a wide variety of ways to be played.”
“If you're looking for something to play this Christmas, something with depth, story, and character, I'd like to point to some of my favorites from the last 12 months.”
“But the worms-like artwork disguises a charming story about allyship and generosity.”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the snail mechanics and unexpected gameplay moments particularly amusing. Many highlight the funny interactions during matches, the entertaining customization of snails, and the excellent music that adds to the overall comedic experience. Overall, the game offers a lighthearted and fun atmosphere, especially when played with friends.
“This game is so funny and epic; I just wish I had friends :(”
“Then the enemy gets a turn, and you can only watch and hold your breath to hope the AI or your human opponent will do something hilariously stupid instead of blasting one or more of your crew to bits.”
“Climbing over everything, fighting upside down, hiding upside down to snipe the other team, wondering where you are getting shot from, seeing other snails climb things or shoot you from somewhere unexpected, trying to outsmart each other, seeing the funny ways each person has customized their own snail, and listening to the incredible music (and that music is so funny and one of the best parts of this game), all provide so much entertainment.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is generally praised, but it suffers from limited customization options and inaccuracies in GPU optimization.
“What an optimized game.”
“Cons: limited customization and not very accurate GPU optimization.”
“Cons: limited customization and not very accurate GPU optimization.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second life, suggesting it is a time-consuming and potentially tedious aspect of gameplay.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for being free to play and for not heavily relying on microtransactions, which enhances the overall experience for players.
“The fact that the game is free to play and doesn't rely heavily on microtransactions is great.”