Derpy Dinos

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Derpy Dinos is a single player action game. It was developed by Derpy Dinos and was released on November 2, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Derpy Dinos is a 2.5D side-scrolling arcade shooter. Smash, throw, and blast derpy dinosaurs. The more carnage you produce, the more points you earn for a spot on the global leaderboards. Protect your ship, collect power-ups, and earn achievements by completing challenging feats.

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Single-Player

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

Derpy Dinos offers a fun and casual gameplay experience, making it accessible for both children and adults.
The game features bright graphics and amusing characters, creating a lighthearted atmosphere.
It's a free game that provides a decent amount of entertainment, especially for those who enjoy arcade-style shooters.

The game suffers from a lack of depth, with repetitive levels and minimal storyline.
Technical issues such as low-quality graphics and uncustomizable controls detract from the overall experience.
Players may find the gameplay becomes monotonous after a short period, limiting its replay value.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features engaging mechanics, allowing players to abduct dinosaurs or humans as ammo, which adds a unique twist to the experience. It is simple yet enjoyable, with the tractor beam providing entertaining interactions, though players must be cautious of their own ammo. Overall, it is recommended for fans of this style of gameplay.
- “I recommend it to all who love this style of gameplay as well as to the curious.”
- “The gameplay is simple, yet enjoyable.”
- “The more entertaining part of the gameplay was using the tractor beam to collect various objects as ammo and sending them into orbit... but watch out, your ammo might hit you if you're not careful!”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the stunning design of spaceships as top-notch, others criticize the lack of customizable settings and resolution options, leading to a perception of low-quality graphics overall.
- “This is the best game I've ever played in my life! The graphics and the spaceship are some of the best work on this planet. 10/10.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth, with users expressing a desire for a dedicated story mode, as the current content is limited to only two modes.
- “It lacks a bit of content; only 2 modes. I wish there was some kind of story mode or something.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, often requiring substantial time investment to achieve goals or unlock achievements, which can feel like a challenge in itself.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “At this point, you'll be grinding (or challenging yourself) to get those achievements.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is considered unremarkable and typical for a casual title, resembling that of a class project; however, the sound effects are well-suited and enhance the overall experience.
- “The music is nothing special and feels like what you'd expect from a casual game or a class project, though the sound effects are quite fitting.”