Botworld Odyssey
- October 23, 2024
- Featherweight Games
- 41h median play time
Get on Steam"Botworld Odyssey" is an open-world exploration game where players scavenge for rare scrap and build/collect bots in various environments. Engage in real-time tactical battles using unique abilities and ultimate moves, with each victory earning experience points for bot upgrades. Overcoming obstacles and enemies requires strategy and well-timed deployments of player abilities to support the bot team.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and engaging gameplay, combining creature collection with strategic autobattling mechanics.
- Recent updates have improved late-game progression, making it less grindy and more rewarding, while the removal of microtransactions enhances the overall experience.
- The developers are responsive and actively address player feedback, ensuring a better gaming experience and fostering a supportive community.
- The game can be excessively grindy, especially when leveling up bots and acquiring necessary materials, which may deter some players.
- PvP matchmaking issues and unbalanced battles can lead to frustration, particularly when facing opponents with significantly higher stats.
- Some players feel that the game retains elements from its mobile roots, leading to a perception of simplicity and repetitiveness in gameplay.
- grinding25 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's grinding aspect has received mixed feedback, with many players noting improvements in late-game progression due to recent patches, making it more rewarding and enjoyable. However, a significant portion of the player base still finds the grinding tedious, especially when upgrading robots and completing repetitive quests. While some appreciate the grind as part of the gameplay experience, others recommend trying the game first, as it may not appeal to those who dislike grinding.
“But once the grindy part hit, I was really turned off and had to keep trying to power through it before I just couldn't anymore.”
“My only hope and request is that the grinding of upgrading the robots becomes quicker and not so demanding, because there's really so many of them and trying to get the materials for all of them (especially when so many materials are shared between each robot) gets very tiring and quite boring.”
“Granted it is a grindy sort of game, so if you don't like grinding for making the perfect team or if you don't enjoy a somewhat repetitive mechanic (which most monster collection and battle games are at its core) then you should probably look elsewhere.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and well-designed, offering around 50 hours of fun with a mix of combat and exploration mechanics, including bot upgrades and additional activities like fishing. While some players note a grind towards the end, many find the core gameplay loop enjoyable, especially with the removal of previous microtransactions. However, those averse to repetitive mechanics or grinding may want to consider other options.
“Definitely the best part is the gameplay, and the graphics are good with a cute art style.”
“Overall, I find the gameplay loop engaging and well designed.”
“The game and gameplay are well balanced, and it offers a good deal of content.”
“The core gameplay loop of the game has a lot of strange decisions that were clearly motivated by the microtransactions that used to exist, but I think overall the game works well now with them removed.”
“Level 4 and 5 are the last levels to fully upgrade the tree of the robot, but with how important that mechanic is, it should take less time to complete.”
“Granted, it is a grindy sort of game, so if you don't like grinding to make the perfect team or if you don't enjoy a somewhat repetitive mechanic (which most monster collection and battle games are at their core), then you should probably look elsewhere.”
- monetization11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 73 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has been positively received, as it features a one-time purchase with no microtransactions or ads, allowing players to earn everything in-game. This shift from the mobile version, which included optional ads and microtransactions, has been appreciated by users who value a more straightforward and enjoyable gaming experience without additional costs. Overall, the removal of these monetization elements has enhanced the game's appeal, making it a standout title in the single-player genre.
“There are no microtransactions; all is earnable in-game.”
“The core gameplay loop of the game has a lot of strange decisions that were clearly motivated by the microtransactions that used to exist, but I think overall the game works well now with them removed.”
“The mobile game monetization removal surgery left scars, but this game is still beautiful.”
“Played this game for a while over and over again on mobile and kept getting annoyed by ads or microtransactions.”
“Honestly, even Botworld Adventure is lenient in these, as both of its ads and microtransactions are optional, and all players can eventually finish the entire story, unlock all areas, and collect all bots without any purchases whatsoever; it just takes significantly more time.”
- story9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring an engaging main narrative complemented by numerous side quests, though some players find the quests and environments lackluster. While the story can be completed without spending money, it requires a significant time investment, and the overall experience is enhanced by unique world-building and combat mechanics. However, some critiques highlight that the story quests, while interesting, remain relatively simple.
“It has an amazing story with many side quests (which can be found in contracts).”
“Full single player story and everything is unlocked and earned like a normal game you can just enjoy.”
“The game is at its core a monster collection game but with an interesting twist for its combat mechanic, allows for auto-play for the easier battles and most importantly the world building and story premise are very fun and unique - as are the bots themselves.”
“While we don't need to max out everything, we still need to max out at least one main party to clear the story, and I guess it still needs around 50 hours to do so.”
“Botworld Odyssey is essentially the same storyline as Botworld Adventure minus the energy, time limits and cooldowns, ads, and microtransactions generally inherent in the mobile platform.”
“Environments are dull... quests are dull...”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising the soundtrack as amazing and a key element that enhances the overall experience. While some users noted occasional issues with battle music not playing, the combination of beautiful landscapes and engaging music contributes to a comforting and enjoyable atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack and art style are appreciated, though some find the art to be basic.
“The soundtrack, the visuals, the bot design - it all culminates into a real comfort game for those it reaches in a similar way.”
“Amazing soundtrack!”
“The game has beautiful landscapes, a good soundtrack, the bot designs are a refreshing mix of cute and badass, and is easy to get into.”
“More than a few times, the battle music doesn't even play when that happens.”
“The music/art style is basic.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute art style and enhanced visuals, contributing to an overall comforting experience. Players appreciate the lovely character designs and the significant improvements over the mobile version, making it a standout feature alongside the engaging gameplay.
“Definitely the best part is the gameplay and the graphics are good with a cute art style.”
“Just perfect... a little tech poke grind game with a huge world, nice graphics, and lovely characters.”
“The soundtrack, the visuals, and the bot design - it all culminates into a real comfort game for those it reaches in a similar way.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly, particularly on the Steam Deck, indicating a high level of stability during gameplay.
“Aside from that, I'm thoroughly enjoying it and the game runs great on Steam Deck.”
“The game has been incredibly stable, with no crashes or major bugs during my playtime.”
“I've experienced smooth gameplay throughout, which really enhances the overall experience.”
