Dino Squad: Dinosaur Shooter

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Dino Squad: Dinosaur Shooter is a shooter game that offers outstanding gameplay with stunning visuals and excellent music. The game features a multiplayer battle where you can join the dinosaurs and become the best dinosaur hunter. However, expect lots of grinding, annoying ads, and some bugs that may affect your gameplay experience. The game promises a very funny and action-packed adventure for dinosaur enthusiasts.

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Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,810 reviews

graphics271 positive mentions

monetization56 negative mentions

graphics
333 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
18%
1%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, detail, and smooth performance. However, some players have reported issues with lag and crashes, particularly on older devices, and have suggested the addition of adjustable graphics settings to enhance performance. Overall, while the graphics are considered impressive and immersive, there are calls for optimization to accommodate a wider range of devices.
- “The graphics are amazing and the controls aren't buggy like most mobile games.”
- “Graphics are almost movie-like!”
- “The graphics are awesome, the abilities are nice, but... when I keep progressing, I lose my MVP.”
- “The biggest issue I have is that the game crashes often in the middle of my match. Unfortunately, my phone is older and on Android 5.0; however, I am able to play other high-graphics games with no issue.”
- “Great game, very enjoyable, but there are a few problems which I hate about the graphics: the graphics are so dull that it makes it disturbing to look at.”
- “Graphics are very bad, character models are just ugly, and there is not even an option to tweak the graphics settings.”
gameplay
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
24%
5%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and impressive graphics, making it enjoyable for many players. However, several users noted issues with repetitiveness, lag, and a pay-to-win structure that detracts from the overall experience. While the game has solid foundations, improvements in content variety and performance are needed to enhance long-term engagement.
- “The gameplay is amazing.”
- “Gameplay is fun and the dinosaurs look awesome, please add more content soon.”
- “Fantastic game fast paced gameplay but tactical.”
- “Over time, the game just felt repetitive, and the coins started to get extremely difficult to obtain. Eventually, the gameplay became repetitive and boring.”
- “Progression is slow, and the gameplay is repetitive with only one mode and about 3-4 different maps.”
- “Fun gameplay that gets super repetitive extremely fast.”
monetization
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
3%
84%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing it as heavily reliant on pay-to-win mechanics and excessive advertisements that hinder gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with high in-game purchase prices and constant ad interruptions, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. A few players, however, report enjoying the game without spending money, indicating that it is possible to progress without financial investment, albeit with significant grinding.
- “It is beautiful; it has no ads, and the new luxury crate really helped to get a Dominus Rex. It is outstanding.”
- “You don't need to buy any in-app purchases as long as you are a good player.”
- “There are no ads after the game; that's what I like about it.”
- “This game is mainly a pay-to-win game and you are constantly being bombarded with ads if you want to make any real progress and keep your cash.”
- “You've got to shell out real money or be force-fed ads for reasonable progression to happen.”
- “The daily rewards are very lackluster and the app itself pushes microtransactions and ads like there's no tomorrow.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
25%
11%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its energetic rock soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience and motivates them during battles. Some users specifically noted the adrenaline-boosting effect of the music, while a few expressed a desire for different styles or improvements. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that complements the game's fast-paced action.
- “The rock music in the background really gets the adrenaline going!”
- “Fast music + fast-paced combat - makes you want to keep moving.”
- “Something about tail whipping a group of raptors to heavy metal music is super satisfying!”
- “Sound design is awful, music is terrible; I had to turn it off.”
- “As I thought about War Robots, this game is very laggy, and the music is awful like little kids' games. It's nothing compared to War Robots; make changes in it.”
- “I love this game, but I need new music.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
88%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing, crashes, and connection issues, particularly during gameplay and loading screens. While some players enjoy the gameplay and graphics, many express frustration over persistent glitches and lag, suggesting a need for optimization and potential PC support. Overall, the game shows promise but suffers from stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “The graphics are great and the controls aren't buggy like most mobile games are.”
- “It's cool, it's fun, there are no glitches in the game.”
- “Pretty simple and fun game, runs great on my Pixel 3.”
- “The game either freezes up or the screen goes grey and I have to restart.”
- “Non-stop glitches and crashes and connection issues.”
- “Every time I try to play a round in the game, it freezes and then crashes.”
grinding
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, often requiring players to invest extensive time or money to progress and unlock content. Many users express frustration with the pay-to-win mechanics, where those who spend money can dominate, while free players face a tedious grind with low rewards. Despite these issues, some players still enjoy the game for its dinosaur theme and gameplay, though they acknowledge the grinding can become tedious over time.
- “I've been grinding for over 4 months and saving up for some stuff, but now gold is worthless.”
- “If you are not paying for keys or coins, you'll end up grinding forever with no real rewards.”
- “It's clear that those who 'pay to play' have an overwhelming ability to dominate. The only way you're leveling up and getting better dinosaurs and equipment is by painstakingly grinding for hours on end.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the matchmaking system and the absurdity of dinosaur characters wielding weapons particularly amusing. Many reviews highlight the game's lighthearted nature and the comedic moments that arise from gameplay, making it a fun experience overall. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal, with players recommending it for its entertaining and funny elements.
- “This is an amazing game! I would really introduce it to any of my friends. It's so funny, and I think you should promote it on the internet, like on Facebook and stuff. I hope some news outlets are reading this because it's just a truly fun game. Thank you for creating this!”
- “It's a funny game with dinosaurs wielding weapons. Just imagine them alive now!”
- “Also, the matchmaking is hilarious, dumping you in with people who have way more power.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
Overall, players have mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While some report smooth performance and impressive graphics, many express frustration with lag, freezing, and crashes, particularly on older or less powerful devices. There are calls for options to reduce graphics settings for better performance, as well as general requests for improvements in speed and stability.
- “If there is any way to maybe allow us to choose to reduce graphics in favor of performance for those with older or less expensive devices, to be able to enjoy the game fully.”
- “It's a very fun game, the dinosaurs look amazing, the combat is solid, just needs a few optimization tweaks to fix lag and maybe increase the speed of the dinosaurs.”
- “Nice but still needs optimization in speed and graphics, but overall it's a nice game.”
- “If there is any way to allow us to choose to reduce graphics in favor of performance for those with older or less expensive devices, to be able to enjoy the game fully.”
- “Overall, best game but it's so frustrating with lag, freezing, and crashes. I have written the same thing so many times in the last few months but there was no reply. Please, I want this fixed in the next update. I think I will delete the game as it takes too much storage and the performance quality is too bad. I will suggest to every user who reads this: please do not install the game until this problem is fixed.”
- “The game was great, but after the last update, it is lagging in performance and connectivity.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being overly reliant on monetization, with players feeling pressured to spend money to progress. While some users appreciate the potential for engaging missions and battles, they express a desire for more diverse and interesting content, including additional quests and modes. Overall, the narrative experience is seen as hindered by the game's focus on sales and progression barriers.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “I love how the narrative unfolds with unexpected twists that make each quest feel unique.”
- “The lore behind the game world is rich and adds depth to the overall experience.”
- “Pretty well done, however it's the usual story where game progress slows drastically unless you want to pay a lot.”
- “They should add daily missions and add more modes.”
- “Expensive.. the pass is 16.99 for just 9 days in the season and you can only get so many points a day and one of the missions is to purchase more stuff.. very pushy on the sales.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
While players appreciate the improved accessibility due to reduced upgrade and equipment costs, the limited customization options and abilities hinder long-term replayability, resulting in a mixed experience.
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices that make each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
- “With multiple character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back for more.”
- “But the lack of customization and limited abilities limits any long-term replay value for me.”
- “It feels more playable after upgrades and equipment costs went down, but the win rate is still like a dumbbell curve.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of emotions, highlighting feelings of frustration from challenging gameplay, such as being outnumbered, alongside nostalgia and joy reminiscent of childhood experiences. Overall, the game evokes a strong emotional response, balancing both negative and positive sentiments.
- “Pretty decent game made me feel like a kid again.”