Die for the Economy!

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Die for the Economy! is a single player shooter game. It was developed by Tea Monster Games and was released on December 20, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Blast evil robots in a retro psychedelic maze of an office, as you bring down the security servers and make your way home. Die for the Economy! is a retro arcade survival game featuring beautiful, chunky pixel art graphics with a psychedelic slant harking back to the old 8-bit game systems.

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

A charming and polished reimagining of Berzerk that captures the essence of classic arcade gameplay with modern fluidity.
Engaging and addictive gameplay with a variety of difficulty modes and challenges, making it suitable for both casual and hardcore players.
The humorous and chatty robot enemies, along with the vibrant pixel art and satisfying explosion effects, enhance the overall experience.

The game can be quite challenging, especially on higher difficulty settings, which may deter some players.
There are limitations such as the inability to disable the narrator and rebind controls, which could affect user experience.
Some players may find the lack of a minimap and the presence of aggressive enemies in easy mode frustrating.

gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized as a fun and addictive retro maze adventure that combines straightforward mechanics with challenging elements, maintaining the classic berzerk formula while introducing fresh features. Players appreciate the tight controls and psychedelic graphics, making it an engaging experience that serves as a satisfying escape after a long day.
- “Great little retro highscore maze adventure with straightforward, but not easy, gameplay.”
- “Fun and addictive gameplay loop.”
- “Simple, direct, and addictive gameplay, tight controls and psychedelic graphics; it's the perfect brain flusher after a day of work.”
graphics
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The pixel art graphics are praised for their suitability to the game's style, complemented by impressive explosion effects and smooth controls. Reviewers highlight the combination of addictive gameplay and psychedelic visuals, making it an engaging experience. Overall, the graphics and audio work harmoniously to enhance the game's appeal.
- “The pixel art graphics are well suited to the game, and the excellent explosion effects and screen shakes really add to the vibe.”
- “Controls are smooth, and the graphics and audio are spot on.”
- “Simple, direct, and addictive gameplay, tight controls, and psychedelic graphics make it the perfect brain flusher after a day of work.”
music
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The music is highly praised for its quality and complements the game's dark humor, enhancing the overall experience.
- “I love the music and the dark humor.”