Depopulation
- November 24, 2017
- Aweswan studios
Get on SteamThe world’s pollution is threatening all life on Earth. Employed by a Billionaire, and chosen for your high intelligence and psychopathic tendencies, it’s up to you to save the world by any means necessary. On surface Depopulation is a military strategy game glorifying casualties, but underneath is a deeply emotional, philosophical rollercoaster, that will help you understand our unbreakable conne…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features an awesome soundtrack that enhances the experience.
- It offers a unique theme by addressing overpopulation and environmental issues in a strategy format.
- Gameplay is fast-paced and can be amusing for a short period.
- The graphics and controls are poorly designed, leading to a frustrating experience.
- The game mechanics and plot are unrealistic and often nonsensical, breaking immersion.
- Many balancing issues and a confusing interface make it difficult to enjoy the game fully.
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics have been widely criticized for their low quality, with users noting that the map appears to be sourced from Google Images and lacking in animations. The only positive mention is the sun's reflection in the ocean, while overall, the visuals are described as lazy and uninspired.
“Graphics suck: the map is most probably from Google Images and there are no animations worth a damn.”
“Graphics and controls are quite meh.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users highlighting its quality and noting that it enhances the overall experience. While some tracks are credited to external artists, the soundtrack is described as surprisingly solid and fitting for the game's atmosphere.
“The only good thing about this game is the awesome music, but that's only because Aweswan didn't make it themselves (the very first track is by TSFH).”
“You're supposed to be a psychopath that doesn't think about that sort of thing. It plays pretty quickly for a turn-based game, has some story elements to remind you why you're doing the things you're doing, and features a surprisingly solid soundtrack.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
“While the game has some interesting sound effects, the overall soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the experience.”
“The background music is often too loud, drowning out important audio cues and making it difficult to focus on the gameplay.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story features a psychopathic protagonist whose motivations are occasionally highlighted through brief narrative elements, enhancing the gameplay experience. While the plot and narration may feel reminiscent of a manga visual novel, the game maintains a brisk pace for a turn-based format, complemented by a surprisingly strong soundtrack.
“You're supposed to be a psychopath that doesn't think about that sort of thing. The game plays pretty quickly for a turn-based game, with some story elements to remind you why you're doing the things you're doing, and a surprisingly solid soundtrack.”
“The plot and narration look like they've been imported from some manga visual novel.”
“You're supposed to be a psychopath that doesn't think about that sort of thing. The story elements are minimal, and while the game plays quickly for a turn-based game, it lacks depth.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its confusing mechanics, which detract from the overall experience and coherence of the game.
“The gameplay feels clunky and unresponsive.”
“The mechanics are poorly designed and make no sense.”
“There are too many bugs that disrupt the overall experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted as a standout feature, with players finding amusement in its absurdity, such as the ironic premise of killing billions to achieve peace and ecological balance. Despite the game's overall shortcomings, its comedic elements provide a unique and entertaining experience.
“It's not a good game, but it's funny! Killing 12,000,000,000 people to bring peace and ecology to Earth... :o)”
