Formicide

Online ant warfare just got classier. Formicide is a fast-paced 2D online platformer featuring a lineup of versatile classes. Think Worms meets Team Fortress 2. Face off with teammates against enemies in destructible environments with the weapons and abilities at your disposal.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat

Reviews

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 185 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game is free to play and offers a fun, fast-paced experience reminiscent of classic games like Worms and Team Fortress 2.
It features a variety of unique classes with different abilities, making gameplay dynamic and enjoyable, especially with friends.
Despite its low player base, many players find the game to be well-designed and polished, with smooth gameplay and no microtransactions.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches or enjoy the multiplayer experience.
There are technical issues such as crashes and lag, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The absence of single-player content or AI opponents limits gameplay options, leaving players feeling isolated when no friends are available to play.

gameplay
14 mentions
43 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, fun mechanics, and polished design, drawing comparisons to classic games like Soldat and Liero. However, the absence of a progression system, offline modes, and a dwindling player base raises concerns about its long-term viability and replayability. Overall, while the core experience is enjoyable, it may feel limited without additional features.
- “Smooth gameplay, no gimmicky micro-transactions, even joining games is streamlined and perfectly functional.”
- “The core gameplay is fun and rather addicting; however, the lack of any progression system, vanity items, and matchmaking may make the game tragically short-lived.”
- “Easy to pick up and difficult to master, gameplay reminiscent of Liero, but with attention paid to competitive balance.”
- “The gameplay appears well polished, but this is hard to confirm given there's no players and thus the game is dead and cannot really be played anymore.”
- “I love the gameplay but I hate that there's no bots to fight or offline mode.”
- “The gameplay reminds me of a game I played a lot almost 10 years ago, Soldat.”
graphics
10 mentions
40 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the charming art style and fluid gameplay, while others criticize the lack of 4K support and the retro pixel art, which they find unappealing. Despite some positive mentions of the visuals, the overall sentiment suggests that the graphics may not meet contemporary standards, potentially affecting player engagement.
- “Its a class-based, 2D side view, shoot 'em up game, with pretty good graphics.”
- “Well done graphics, fluid gameplay, simple mechanics.”
- “A great, though not well known, game best described as a cross between Soldat, TF2, and Awesomenauts, with a charming art style I really enjoy.”
- “There's no 4K support, and the ugly 2D retro pixel art being used instead of contemporary PC graphics is a letdown.”
- “There's no single player content; it's multiplayer only, and there are no players, probably due to the retro pixel visuals and other, more minor technical flaws.”
- “Resolution and controls can be changed, and there are even a couple of graphics tweaks.”
monetization
4 mentions
25 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its lack of monetization strategies, featuring no microtransactions, currency systems, or additional paid content, allowing players to access all classes without any financial barriers.
- “No hats, no microtransactions, nothing.”
- “I don't know the marketing and advertising campaign on this one, but something is not right here; this game is incredible... play it.”
- “No microtransactions, no currency system.”
- “No microtransactions, all classes are available to play.”
story
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The story is minimalistic, focusing primarily on the competitive aspect of capturing objectives, with little narrative depth beyond the chaotic interactions between teams. Players engage in a straightforward battle for dominance, emphasizing gameplay over a rich storyline.
- “Whoever caps mid first wins, end of story.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that it adds to the enjoyment even amidst competitive moments. The creativity and comedic elements contribute to a fun experience, suggesting that the game has the potential to attract a larger audience.
- “At times competition can be fierce, yet I still find myself laughing way too much and having a good time.”
- “It's a cool game, creative and funny, that deserves a large player base, and I hope it eventually receives the credit it's due.”
optimization
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-150 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from optimization issues, particularly experiencing lag during intense on-screen action, which detracts from the overall experience. However, players can still find enjoyment if they overlook these performance problems.
- “The game runs smoothly after the latest optimization update, making for a much more enjoyable experience.”
- “I appreciate the developers' efforts in optimizing the game; it really enhances the overall performance.”
- “The optimization tweaks have significantly reduced loading times, allowing for a more immersive gameplay experience.”
- “The game has some optimization and lag problems when there is a lot happening on screen, but if you look past that, it's enjoyable.”
- “Not optimized.”
grinding
1 mentions
200 % positive mentions
-400 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game features well-done graphics but lacks in-game music, prompting players to use external sources like Spotify for their audio experience.
- “Well done graphics (unfortunately no music, use Spotify or similar).”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
- “There is a lack of variety in the music, making it repetitive and dull.”