Derpy Dinos

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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story1 negative mentions

Fun and addictive arcade-style gameplay that is easy to pick up and play.
The game is free, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Achievements are well-tracked and provide a satisfying challenge for players.

Graphics are low-quality and lack customization options, making it visually unappealing.
Gameplay can become repetitive quickly due to limited content and objectives.
Controls cannot be customized, which may hinder accessibility for some players.

gameplay
6 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
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 mechanic providing entertaining interactions, though players must be cautious of their own ammo. Overall, it appeals to fans of the genre and curious newcomers alike.
- “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
40 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
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
0 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
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 feels limited with only two modes available.
- “It lacks a bit of content; only 2 modes. I wish there was some kind of story mode or something.”
grinding
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
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.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “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
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is considered unremarkable and typical for a casual game, resembling a class project, though the sound effects are noted to be appropriate and well-suited to the gameplay.
- “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.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it easy to tune out while playing.”
- “The music doesn't enhance the gameplay experience and often feels out of place.”