Botlike: A Robot's Rampage

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In "Botlike: A Robot's Rampage," players control a rampaging robot, causing destruction and chaos while avoiding detection by human enemies. With procedurally generated levels, the game offers a unique experience each playthrough. Utilize a variety of abilities and weapons to wreak havoc and complete objectives in this action-packed title.

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Single-Player

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a fun and challenging gameplay loop with randomized levels that keep each run feeling fresh.
The visuals are appealing, with great pixel graphics and a solid art style that enhances the overall experience.
There is a good variety of weapons and upgrades, allowing for different playstyles and strategies during runs.

The game is unfinished and has not been updated in nearly a year, leading to concerns about its future development.
Enemy spawn mechanics can be frustrating, often resulting in players being overwhelmed by enemies appearing directly behind them.
Controls can feel clunky and the game demands a methodical approach, which may lead to frustration for some players.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging and varied mechanics, featuring a rewarding loop that encourages players to return. With a mix of challenging enemy types and fast-paced action, the inclusion of a dash mechanic adds to the excitement and difficulty, reminiscent of titles like Rogue Legacy. Overall, players find the gameplay solid and satisfying, fostering a strong sense of progression.
- “Wonderful game with a really interesting gameplay loop.”
- “Fun and challenging fast-paced gameplay.”
- “Some of the other things that add to the difficulty are the dash mechanic.”
- “As for the most important part, gameplay, I kept wanting to go back in.”
- “The gameplay is solid and rewards you with a constant feeling of progression, similar to games like Rogue Legacy.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are highly praised, featuring impressive pixel art, vibrant visuals, and effective lighting effects that enhance the overall ambience. Despite being in development, the art style and character design have garnered positive feedback, contributing to an engaging visual experience.
- “The art style and ambience is great.”
- “The graphics are very good, as is the soundtrack.”
- “Cool lighting effects and fun pixelated graphics.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
15%
14%
The music in the game is generally praised for its thematic fit and seamless transitions between areas, enhancing the overall experience. While some players find it enjoyable, a few note that it lacks memorability. Additionally, there are complaints regarding the sale of a soundtrack that was never released.
- “The pixel art is fantastic and the music fits nicely.”
- “The music is amazing and transitions from area to area.”
- “They even had the gall to sell a soundtrack that they never released.”
- “The music fits the theme of the game and it makes for a great backdrop as you mow your way through the robot opposition.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be significant, which is typical for rogue-like titles. However, the high cost of upgrades makes the repetitive grinding of early levels feel tedious, leading some to recommend caution for those who may not enjoy this gameplay style.
- “Upgrades are ridiculously expensive, so unless you love grinding the first level over and over again for a few pieces of currency, I wouldn't recommend it.”
- “It's a bit grindy, but that's usually the point of rogue-like games, isn't it?”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is characterized by over-the-top, in-your-face jokes, particularly highlighted by the hilarious death screens. However, some players feel that this humor lacks depth and doesn't feel fully earned.
- “The death screens are hilarious.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its depth and character development, while others find it lacking in originality and coherence. Overall, the narrative is seen as engaging but may not resonate with all players.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the early access version of the game offers better replayability when using a keyboard and mouse compared to a gamepad, suggesting that control preferences may enhance the overall experience.

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