Brink of Extinction

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Brink of Extinction is a challenging tower defense game set in the ruins of human civilization. Battle swarms of insects over 15 campaign levels and 6 endless mode levels. At your disposal you have an arsenal of brutal weapons, ranging from machine gun turrets to plasma and rail turrets.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a well-composed soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere.
There is a good variety of turrets and enemies, requiring players to adapt their strategies for different challenges.
The game offers a challenging experience that encourages careful planning and strategic thinking, appealing to fans of puzzle elements in tower defense games.

Gameplay is hindered by limited tower placement options and a lack of freedom in build planning, leading to a frustrating experience.
Upgrades are expensive and not permanent, requiring players to constantly spend resources on repairs and replacements, which can lead to quick defeats.
The game lacks clear explanations of turret types and enemy strengths, making it difficult for players to make informed decisions during gameplay.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
The graphics in "Brink of Extinction" are notably impressive, surpassing the average for tower defense games, with beautiful visuals that enhance the overall atmosphere. Players appreciate the smooth performance and the effective combination of graphics with a relaxing soundtrack, contributing to a well-rounded gaming experience.
- “Brink of Extinction is a tower defense game with beautiful graphics.”
- “The game looks impressive, and the visuals are well complemented by a rather relaxing soundtrack that still fits the tone of the game and does a good job at establishing the atmosphere.”
- “Graphically, it's quite impressive; certainly the best I've seen from the tower defense genre.”
- “The graphics are much better than the average tower defense games.”
- “Music is okay, graphics are done very well.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with a relaxing soundtrack that complements the impressive visuals and enhances the overall atmosphere. While some users find the music to be merely "okay," it is noted that the solo developer has crafted a cohesive experience through both audio and visual elements.
- “The game looks impressive, and the visuals are well complemented by a rather relaxing soundtrack that still fits the tone of the game and does a good job at establishing the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack and effects are quite nice as well.”
- “It's solo developed, everything from models, textures, music, and animation.”
- “Music is okay, but it doesn't stand out or enhance the overall experience.”
- “The music feels generic and fails to create a memorable atmosphere.”
- “While the visuals are impressive, the soundtrack is underwhelming and lacks variety.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The gameplay features a solid theoretical foundation with diverse tower types and upgrade parameters, but it suffers from limitations such as restricted placement options, a fixed zoom level, and a lack of information about enemy waves, undermining strategic planning. Additionally, the non-permanent nature of upgrades adds frustration, yet the game remains visually appealing and offers a challenging experience, making it a recommendable title in the tower defense genre.
- “The mechanics are good in theory: there are 9 types of towers, each with 4 parameters to upgrade across 4 ranks, and about the same number of enemy types.”
- “But I will recommend this tower defense game because it is beautifully designed as well as challenging enough for a decent amount of gameplay.”
- “There are many enjoyable tower defense games on Steam; some can be quite deep with mechanics and level layouts.”
- “But gameplay soon reveals that there isn't freedom to choose emplacements, zoom cannot be fixed to a desirable distance so maps are too small, there isn't a way to know in advance when a wave begins and which kind of enemies will come, destroying the sense of build planning typical of the genre. The worst issue: upgrades are expensive but aren't permanent and must be bought on every map.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game's impressive visuals and relaxing soundtrack effectively establish a cold yet immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate how these elements work together to create a fitting tone for the game.
- “The game looks impressive, and the visuals are well complemented by a rather relaxing soundtrack that still fits the tone of the game and does a good job at establishing the atmosphere.”
- “It has a very cold feel and fits the atmosphere very well, not much more to say about it.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The environment lacks detail and depth, resulting in a flat and unengaging atmosphere.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The game is demanding at higher settings but offers stable performance without noticeable dips or spikes, providing a smooth experience overall.
- “While the game is taxing at higher settings, its performance is very stable, and I haven't encountered any dips or spikes, which is a pleasure.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs smoothly even on mid-range hardware, allowing more players to enjoy the experience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game to ensure it runs efficiently, providing a seamless experience without compromising on graphics.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a consistent frame rate, especially in crowded areas, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the optimization is poor, leading to long loading times and frequent crashes.”
- “I often experience significant lag and stuttering, even on mid-range hardware, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The campaign consists of 15 missions that can be completed in approximately five hours, leading some users to feel that the game's story may not justify its price.
- “The 15 missions in the campaign only take about five hours to finish, which might make it feel a bit pricey for the length.”
- “The story feels rushed and lacks depth, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “Character development is minimal, making it hard to connect with anyone in the narrative.”