Biotix: Phage Genesis

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Biotix: Phage Genesis is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Ten Percent Red and was released on January 8, 2014. It received positive reviews from players.

Biotix: Phage Genesis is a universal app with distinct levels for iPhone and iPad, offering full retina support and endless replay value. In this game, you guide a life form to survival by using genetic engineering to make it stronger, gain new abilities, and conquer new hosts. With 30 challenging levels, four host cell types, and 100,000 upgrade combinations, Biotix offers multi-touch, intuitive controls, and multiplayer features for an engaging and immersive gameplay experience.

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graphics11 positive mentions

monetization78 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a good mix of strategy and challenge.
Graphics are appealing, and the gameplay is smooth with simple controls.
Offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic cell capture games.

The game is heavily ad-infested, with long, unskippable ads disrupting gameplay.
Progression becomes frustratingly difficult, often requiring grinding or in-app purchases to advance.
Technical issues such as freezing and crashing are common, making the game unplayable for some users.

monetization
85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
4%
92%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the excessive and intrusive nature of ads, including unskippable 30-second videos that disrupt gameplay. While some players are open to optional ads for rewards, many feel that the frequency and length of mandatory ads detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and even uninstallations. Additionally, the reliance on in-app purchases for progression has been labeled as "pay-to-win," further souring the game's appeal.
- “I love that there's really no ads.”
- “Plus you don't really need in-app purchases; you can get them, but you don't need them.”
- “The presence of microtransactions to get currency to buff your pathogen makes me wonder what the stats of the pathogens you are facing are.”
- “I have no problem with monetizing by using ads for optional in-game rewards or boosts, but yanking me out of the game to play an ad when I never clicked on anything is too much.”
- “The frequency and length of ads in this game is absurd.”
- “30 second long, unskippable ads every 4 games makes it really difficult to enjoy the game, especially one with such a long grind to level up everything.”
graphics
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
17%
18%
Overall, the graphics in the game are highly praised, with many users highlighting their quality and detail. While some players suggest improvements in variety and detail, the consensus is that the visuals enhance the gaming experience significantly. The graphics are consistently described as outstanding, contributing to the game's appeal despite its challenging gameplay.
- “Outstanding graphics!”
- “Great graphics and everything.”
- “Really challenges you and has great graphics.”
- “Very challenging, doesn't seem to start where it was last left off. Cell design should have more variety, like spirals, and should have better graphics.”
- “Good game, but it could use some better graphics.”
- “Give it more details and graphics.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The gameplay is described as a mix of fun and challenging elements, with some users appreciating its mechanics and upgrades, while others criticize it for being grindy and pay-to-win. Many reviews highlight the presence of excessive ads, which detracts from the overall experience, and some suggest that the user interface and gameplay balance need improvement. Overall, while there are positive aspects, the gameplay is marred by monetization issues and ad interruptions.
- “A very challenging and slick gameplay.”
- “Fun game with good game mechanics and upgrading systems that are biologically accurate within a video game.”
- “It is a great game, never has lagged on me, great graphics, great controls, and the best gameplay.”
- “Unless I actually see a video of someone without any upgrades finishing all the missions, I'm calling them out on their stupid grindy excuse of a game mechanic.”
- “Another pay-to-win game, where, while there's technically a way to earn gold while playing in order to fund upgrades, it's purposefully designed to require that you either replay levels, not because they're challenging but because the AI receives an unfair advantage over you, or pay money to receive gold at a more reasonable rate than the penny-pinching levels regular gameplay provides.”
- “Non-stop ads: 30 seconds of ads for every minute of gameplay.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing issues, particularly after several rounds of play. While some players enjoy the graphics and find the game generally fluid, the recurring technical glitches and the need for restarts detract from the overall experience. Regular updates are noted, but persistent bugs remain a concern for many users.
- “Fluid gameplay with no glitches and definitely not a grind.”
- “Great graphics, no glitches, and fun challenging gameplay. Need I say more?”
- “But some technical glitches are annoying.”
- “Seems after 3-4 rounds it freezes and requires a restart of the app.”
- “The game freezes between levels all the time.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the game enjoyable but note that it becomes excessively grindy, particularly around level 29-30, where significant AI difficulty spikes necessitate repetitive play to earn upgrades. While the mechanics and strategies are appreciated, the need for extensive grinding to progress can detract from the overall experience, leading some to criticize it as a frustrating game mechanic.
- “Unless I actually see a video of someone without any upgrades finishing all the missions, I'm calling them out on their stupid grindy excuse of a game mechanic.”
- “The game is fun until about level 29-30, then the stats of the AI make such a stupendous jump that it's impossible to beat it unless you tediously repeat the previous levels over and over again to get some upgrades or pay real money.”
- “It is fun and a good time killer, but a lot of grinding is required to get upgraded enough to challenge the higher levels, as the price of upgrades gets very high very quickly.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story is criticized for being short and unengaging, with players feeling that it becomes tedious due to a paywall that forces them to grind for upgrades. While the initial experience may be enjoyable, the reliance on in-game purchases detracts from the overall enjoyment and balance of the gameplay.
- “I don't like the story of this game.”
- “At first it's fun until you hit the paywall, where unless you buy coins to upgrade your cells, every single mission or match becomes one-sided. While winnable, it just sucks all the fun out of the victory.”
- “Unless I actually see a video of someone without any upgrades finishing all the missions, I'm calling them out on their stupid grindy excuse of a game mechanic.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly without crashing or freezing, although some experience odd performance issues unrelated to the game's optimization.
- “It's not crashing or freezing; my phone acts odd in other ways when it's a performance issue.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any noticeable lag, making for a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the graphics are; they look great without sacrificing performance.”
- “It's not crashing or freezing, but my phone behaves strangely in other ways when there's a performance issue.”
- “The game runs poorly on lower-end devices, making it frustrating to play.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which significantly detracts from the overall experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers excellent replayability, enhanced by its engaging multiplayer features, making it a compelling choice for players seeking varied experiences.
- “The game offers incredible replay value, especially with its engaging multiplayer mode.”
- “I love how each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, thanks to the variety of choices and outcomes.”
- “The different character paths and strategies keep me coming back for more!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with particular praise for the menu music; however, some players express a desire for a techno-trance style background instead. Overall, it contributes positively to the gaming experience.
- “I also love the menu music!”
- “I personally would prefer a techno-trance style background music, but otherwise it's a great time killer.”

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Biotix: Phage Genesis is a casual strategy game.

Biotix: Phage Genesis is available on PC, Phone, iPad, iPhone and others.

Biotix: Phage Genesis was released on January 8, 2014.

Biotix: Phage Genesis was developed by Ten Percent Red.

Biotix: Phage Genesis has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Biotix: Phage Genesis is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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