Bug Butcher

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Bug Butcher is a single player action game. It was developed by Chuvdji and was released on June 25, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Bug Butcher" is an exhilarating roguelite action game that throws players into the shoes of Harry, a fearless and skilled exterminator tasked with saving humanity from a relentless and overwhelming bug infestation. In a distant future, humanity has colonized distant planets. However, a disastrous experiment has gone awry, leading to a catastrophic outbreak of mutated insects. As the Bu…

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46%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features dynamic gameplay with a large number of monsters, providing an engaging experience.
The pixel graphics and nostalgic soundtrack contribute to a charming atmosphere.
The concept of the game is interesting, making it suitable for casual play.

The game frequently crashes after the first boss, making it unplayable for many users.
There are significant bugs and issues with the game mechanics, leading to frustration.
The price is considered too high for the quality and content provided, with many feeling it is not worth purchasing.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their stylish and fine pixel art, which complements the dynamic gameplay and classic arcade feel. Reviewers appreciate the vibrant visuals and the engaging design of the monsters, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “As an avid gamer and a fan of the classic arcade genre, I was instantly captivated by its addictive gameplay and stylish visuals.”
- “Good game, with a very dynamic course of the game, a huge number of monsters, and normal 2D graphics.”
- “Very dynamic gameplay and fine pixel graphics.”
- “An interesting idea in conjunction with pixel graphics.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its addictive nature, stylish visuals, and dynamic mechanics, particularly the innovative torch and darkness elements. However, others criticize it as lacking substance and value, deeming it a poor experience overall.
- “As an avid gamer and a fan of the classic arcade genre, I was instantly captivated by its addictive gameplay and stylish visuals.”
- “Very dynamic gameplay and fine pixel graphics.”
- “Interesting torch and darkness mechanics.”
- “Very bad game, the gameplay is generally 0, the price is too high, the game is very underrated.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and a lack of execution on its interesting concept, leading to a frustrating and boring experience. Many recommend avoiding the game altogether in favor of more polished alternatives.
- “Needs a lot of work to become decent; it looked interesting but is indeed buggy and boring.”
- “Very buggy, no pun intended, because this game truly sucks. It has a cool concept but does not execute it at all. Save your money and play Enter the Gungeon.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its nostalgic quality, but some users find it excessively loud, leading to discomfort, and there is no built-in setting menu to adjust the volume.
- “The soundtrack is making me nostalgic.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Each track is beautifully composed, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- “To add onto that, there's no built-in settings menu and the music is so loud it hurt my ears, badly.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story follows Harry, a brave bug exterminator tasked with eliminating pests from an infested space station, setting the stage for a unique blend of adventure and humor in a sci-fi environment.
- “Playing as Harry, the fearless bug exterminator, your mission is to rid the infested space station of its creepy-crawly inhabitants.”