Bot Wars

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 596 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • stability
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In Bot Wars, players build and command their own robotic army to battle against opponents in fast-paced, strategic combat. With a variety of bot types and upgrades available, each match offers a unique and challenging experience. Customizable loadouts and a range of battlefields ensure endless replayability in this intense action game.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

90%
Audience ScoreBased on 596 reviews
graphics12 positive mentions
stability15 negative mentions
  • The game has a fun and engaging concept, combining RTS and shooter elements effectively.
  • The graphics and sound design are appealing, creating an immersive atmosphere.
  • The developers are responsive to community feedback and regularly update the game, showing promise for future improvements.
  • The tutorial is buggy and poorly designed, leading to frustration for new players.
  • The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and frame rate drops, especially during large battles.
  • Many players feel the game lacks content and balance, with some units being overpowered and AI behavior being inconsistent.
  • graphics23 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews. While some players praise the art style and visuals as appealing and well-executed, others criticize the graphics for being subpar, buggy, or rushed, especially in comparison to other titles. Despite the varying opinions, many agree that the graphics are decent for a smaller game, with some appreciating the unique aesthetic and engaging map designs.

    • “The graphics are amazing and the dev team is constantly adding new things.”
    • “The maps are pretty cool and the graphics are very well done.”
    • “The visuals are really good, and the maps are very engaging!”
    • “My computer, which can run Helldivers 2 on low at an average of 30fps, struggles with this game even on the lowest graphical setting.”
    • “This game is so buggy, it looks rushed, has a really crappy layout, and bad graphics, but still cost me the same as Rainbow Six Siege.”
    • “An absolute dog trash game that gets updated once every 2 years has worse graphics than Rome: Total War, which was made in 2012. This was made in 2021; big difference, and it's just a bad game. Please save that $15 for something else.”
  • gameplay21 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has been praised for its fun mechanics, creative strategies, and engaging army management, though it is marred by bugs and optimization issues that can hinder the experience. While many players enjoy the balance of levels and the overall gameplay loop, concerns about glitches, particularly in the tutorial, have been noted. Overall, the game shows significant potential but currently falls short in execution, especially for players on lower-end PCs.

    • “This game is amazing! Good gameplay, cool maps, and creative teams.”
    • “Great gameplay, a whole lot of fun trying to manage your army while also fighting in it.”
    • “I love this game; while it's not the best fit for lesser PCs, it is an amazing game with great mechanics, so many different strategies and methods to explore, you won't get bored of this game for a long time.”
    • “When first being introduced to the mechanic of recruiting new units, no matter which bot I chose, the instructor would say that it's not a grenade bot and destroy it. On the same stage, the enemy building that supposedly is immune to normal rifle fire and has to be taken down by said grenade bot can be destroyed with a few shots from the basic guns.”
    • “When I went through the tutorial, there were countless glitches with the game that prevented me from finishing it every time. Now, this wasn't really a problem as I worked everything out on my own anyway. Like I said, the mechanics are simple, but my real concern was that these bugs would occur during a battle, and occur they did.”
    • “Bot Wars is a game with a lot of potential, but actual gameplay falls short of expectations.”
  • stability15 mentions

    The game is generally described as enjoyable but plagued by numerous bugs and stability issues, particularly in the tutorial and AI mechanics. Many users report frustrating glitches that detract from the experience, yet some find the bugs amusing and part of the game's charm. Overall, while the game shows potential, players recommend waiting for further optimization and fixes before purchasing at full price.

    • “This game is so buggy, it looks rushed, really crappy layout and bad graphics but still cost me the same as Rainbow Six Siege.”
    • “I want to like this game, but it is such a buggy mess. The AI sucks, and the hitboxes, well if they were not a thing, the game would be no different!”
    • “When I went through the tutorial, there were countless glitches with the game that prevented me from finishing it every time. My real concern was that these bugs would occur during a battle, and occur they did.”
  • optimization9 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting severe performance issues, frame drops, and bugs that hinder gameplay. While the game has potential and enjoyable mechanics, it requires substantial improvements in optimization to enhance the experience, especially for players with minimum-spec devices. Quality of life enhancements and better handling of game objects are also needed to fully realize the game's promise.

    • “FPS optimization would be nice, so I can have bigger battles with more bots for my content.”
    • “I think Bot Wars is a fun game and has some really cool mechanics, but until it is optimized better, it can be nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I know this isn't a big priority, but optimizations for lag and frame rates would be great.”
    • “FPS optimization would be nice, so I can have bigger battles with more bots for my content.”
    • “Cool in concept, but there are persisting bugs that simply ruin the experience, alongside major performance issues.”
    • “There are many quality of life issues and bugs/performance problems that will really limit your enjoyment of the game.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its fitting futuristic yet nostalgic 80s/90s vibe. The soundtrack is described as energizing and immersive, effectively complementing the gameplay and contributing to the game's appeal. Overall, the combination of great music and engaging gameplay has left a positive impression on players.

    • “The theme of the game, while giving futuristic battle vibes, still evokes 80/90's nostalgia at times, especially with its amazing soundtrack.”
    • “The music is awesome and gets your pulse racing while playing.”
    • “Best game I've played in a while, plus it has real dope music!!!”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying its goofy antics, funny glitches, and humorous tutorials that contribute to an overall lighthearted atmosphere. However, some found the attempts at humor in the tutorial frustrating, particularly due to the imprecise controls, which detracted from their experience. Overall, the game appeals to those who appreciate a comedic approach in gaming.

    • “Shooting the instructor bot till I get shot because it's funny.”
    • “Although I did find some glitches when capturing points, you kind of just get sent flying, which is rather funny. Honestly speaking, some of these glitches just make it more fun.”
    • “The atmosphere of careless corporations is hilarious.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it lacking due to limited faction variety and repetitive gameplay, others appreciate its potential for improvement and ongoing development. The absence of challenging AI and unique content updates has led to concerns about long-term engagement, though some still enjoy the current experience. Overall, the game's future updates could significantly enhance its replayability.

    • “It has an infinite amount of replayability, constantly being worked on, improved, and all of the factions have backstories; if they don't, they will soon.”
    • “Even though it is a game in early development, it is still a lot of fun and has great replayability.”
    • “- Repetitive but in a good way (high replayability).”
    • “This game has a ton of potential and I'm excited for its future. My only complaints right now are that sometimes you can't destroy bases or towers and have to wait for your AI teammates to do the job for you. Additionally, it is too easy; if you could add harder difficulty settings to the AI, that would add a ton of replayability to this game, as I win every time and would like to have more of a challenge.”
    • “I want to say at first it isn't a bad game, but it didn't deliver on the promises they made. It's been quite a while; they said they would get regular, even weekly updates at the start to give all factions unique troops or weapons (or at least some kind of variation), but they haven't delivered yet. This game, in its current state, is a lot of fun, but lacks replayability. There are a couple of different factions, but only three are different, and it's just not that much fun to keep playing the same units and the same map. It's just missing something, and it could have been an amazing game. I really hope they update it and make it the amazing game they envisioned. Until then, or at least until there's more info about that, I can't recommend buying it.”
    • “This game has an infinite amount of replayability, constantly being worked on and improved, and all of the factions have backstories. If they don't, they will soon.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, with battles feeling overly repetitive and burdensome, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Additionally, performance issues on some machines exacerbate the grindy experience.

    • “I wanted to like this game, but its battles are grindy and it performs poorly on my machine.”
    • “The game feels heavy, slow, and tedious most of the time.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a humorous portrayal of careless corporations, complemented by engaging gameplay elements that involve boarding and shooting down foes in a dynamic environment. Additionally, the design of pilot bots adds a unique touch, suggesting they require high heat to function in space, enhancing the overall immersive experience.

    • “The atmosphere of careless corporations is hilarious.”
    • “You can board and shoot down foes into the atmosphere, making the pilot bots look different, as if they need high heat to operate in space.”
    • “The atmosphere of careless corporations is hilarious.”
    • “So you can board/shoot down the foe into the atmosphere, and make the pilot bots look more different, like they need high heat to operate in space.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy is perceived as a cash grab, with users expressing disappointment in its lack of investment and support, suggesting that it feels abandoned. There is a call for revitalization and better marketing to improve its standing.

    • “As it stands now, this game seems like it's simply abandoned and just another cash grab.”
    • “I really think they should pick this game back up and give it a once-over, as well as some investment into advertising.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story in Bot Wars is considered shallow but nostalgic for RTS fans, with recent updates introducing new maps and robots that enhance the experience. Despite its simplicity, players appreciate the quirky backstory associated with the maps, contributing to an overall positive reception.

    • “The game has had some new updates, so I will give it a 9 out of 10. The new maps feature better robots and an intriguing backstory, overall I love it.”
    • “Bot Wars is a game that is, so far, shallow in story, yet nostalgic to any RTS player.”
    • “The backstory for the maps is odd and doesn't add much depth to the overall experience.”
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