Demolition Inc.

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Demolition Inc. is a single player casual sport game with comedy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Zeroscale and was released on September 19, 2011. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Demolition, Inc.", you play as the destructive alien, Mike, causing chaos on Earth by demolishing structures with various explosive tools. Complete missions with increasing difficulty across different cities while avoiding the military and causing maximum damage. This game offers creative destruction and strategic planning, with entertaining visual and sound effects.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 215 reviews

music7 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay with a unique premise of causing destruction using various tools.
Great for short play sessions, offering a casual experience that can be enjoyed in bursts.
Decent graphics and a quirky sense of humor, with a variety of weapons and user-generated content available.

Gameplay can feel restrictive and frustrating due to limited resources and a timer, leading to trial and error.
The game is very short, with a lack of replay value and content, making it feel underwhelming after a few hours.
Controls can be unintuitive and buggy, detracting from the overall experience.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the variety and catchy tunes that enhance the gameplay experience, while others find certain tracks repetitive and annoying. The soundtrack features a blend of genres, including rock and jazz, which some players enjoy, but there are complaints about specific songs becoming grating over time. Overall, while the music has its highlights, it can also detract from the experience for some players.
- “The sound effects are fine and fit in perfectly with the world, and there are quite a few different music choices which helps with not getting tired of the music after 5 minutes.”
- “The intro sequence throws rather heavy rock music while the main menu greets you with a jazzy upbeat track.”
- “Meanwhile, the actual levels introduce multiple tracks that range from soft rock music to low town jazz themed around city life and space.”
- “Cloying soundtrack.”
- “The one song that plays on every single level got really annoying; I had to shut off the audio. The game was challenging and fun for what it is.”
- “The music can get really grating really fast; I'd rather spend the sum on a tasty fast food or a snack than this, it'll last you longer and doesn't bring any frustration.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
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The gameplay of the game is characterized by a fun yet frustrating point-and-click style that incorporates a domino effect mechanic, which some players find engaging. However, it suffers from repetitiveness, control glitches, and balance issues that can lead to frustrating experiences when actions are not executed in a specific order. Overall, while the gameplay has its enjoyable moments, it is marred by significant structural flaws.
- “Now that we got the basic gameplay elements out of the way, you might be wondering what makes 'Demolition Inc.' stand out.”
- “Basic enough, adopting a point-and-click style of gameplay where you pan over a map with W, A, S, D and left-click to place hazards.”
- “Stack that on top of the domino effect mechanic that the developers implemented, and it honestly is pretty good for its time.”
- “What appears to be a very fun and casual game is met with a rather disappointing and somewhat frustrating gameplay structure, which I'll get into.”
- “Well, a big part of it lies within its gameplay style and the issues many people had with it.”
- “The gameplay is as deep as a puddle.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around an alien tasked with destroying cities, offering a unique and original plot that challenges players through various missions. While some players find the missions difficult and requiring multiple attempts for perfection, the overall narrative adds an engaging layer to the gameplay experience. However, some reviews note a lack of depth in the story, focusing more on the fun of destruction than on narrative development.
- “Very original plot also!”
- “Some missions seem impossible but you just have to figure out how to use the power-ups properly.”
- “With the DLC installed, in particular, some of the storyline challenges are no easy task - there is no free run to the finish line.”
- “☑ no story”
- “You see, you're an alien tasked with leveling cities and the most efficient way of accomplishing your mission is by sabotaging the everyday life of earthlings.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its funny premises and quirky scenarios, such as the amusing destruction mechanics and clever use of physics. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to deliver laughs through its lighthearted approach and entertaining graphics, making it a delightful experience for those who appreciate comedic elements in gameplay. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal, earning it high ratings from players.
- “Cause alien mischief to set off hilarious destruction on the streets.”
- “This is a great and very funny little game; it's basically a top-down puzzle solver in which you have to use an arsenal of different weapons and abilities to create a domino effect of destruction, earning you the highest score and fulfilling objectives of each level.”
- “Fun little indie game where you destroy buildings in many hilarious ways by using the humans' own cars to fly straight into explosive containers and buildings.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Demolition Inc." are generally praised for their charm and quality, especially considering the game's small file size of around 300MB. While not as detailed as some larger titles, the visuals and physics are well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience, particularly for puzzle enthusiasts with decent graphics hardware.
- “The graphics are amazing and the physics hardware is very good.”
- “Pretty good graphics for only being like 300MB in size.”
- “While not as detailed as that title, Demolition Inc. is fun and addictive, and the graphics are charming.”
- “Although I can safely say the graphic potential in 2011 far surpassed what 'Demolition Inc.' offers.”
- “The visuals and user interface leave much to be desired.”
- “---{ graphics }---”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers minimal content for its price, leading to a lack of replay value according to user reviews.
- “Very little content for the price, no replay value.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's no incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of diverse endings makes replaying feel pointless.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is severely criticized, with reports of it failing to run on certain systems, freezing during loading screens, and experiencing significant glitches in controls and gameplay. Users highlight issues such as a poorly functioning camera and unresponsive driving mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience overall.
- “This game will not run at all; it goes to the loading screen then freezes. I am using Windows XP Business Edition on an Inspiron 1545 laptop with a dual-core processor and an Intel video card. Since a NVIDIA or ATI card wasn't listed as a requirement, this should be fine. All in all, do not get this game as it will not run at all. Shame, because it looks fun.”
- “Suffers from glitches in control and badly balanced gameplay, where it is easy to get stuck if you do not do it in the exact right order.”
- “Tries its absolute hardest to be Blast Corps (N64), yet falls short due to a terrible camera, buggy-feeling controls, and horrid driving mechanics.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes strong emotional reactions, with some players finding it so distressing that it brings them to tears, highlighting its impactful and often overwhelming narrative.