Genesis of Drones

About

The horde of drones has invaded earth. They are taking over cities and factories to use for their own self-replication. Play as Joe or Gem and rise up to fight the horde.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

60%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a charming retro aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for classic 8-bit games.
Gameplay is surprisingly solid, offering unique environments and mechanics in each stage.
It's free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience.

Controls are sluggish and hitboxes are overly generous, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The game lacks checkpoints, forcing players to restart from the beginning of levels upon dying.
Difficulty is excessively high, making it easy to die and lose weapons, which can deter players from progressing.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it as a simplified and poorly executed version of classic platformers, while others praise its solid mechanics and unique stage designs that enhance the sidescrolling shooter experience.
- “The gameplay is surprisingly pretty solid and makes for a pretty good sidescrolling shooter.”
- “Each stage seems to have unique environments with different mechanics and bosses.”
- “This particular entry is essentially a dumbed down version of Super Mario Bros, with less interesting mechanics and a badly done shooter mechanism attached.”
- “It's like an Atari game with all the bad control and mechanics.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The graphics are characterized by a retro pixel art style that some users find charming, though others criticize the lack of customization options for resolution and controls, which limits the overall visual experience.
- “I found the graphics to be charming and retro feeling.”
- “Resolution and controls are locked, and can't be changed or customized to improve the visuals or the control experience.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the story aspect is either unclear or not well-defined, with users questioning its presence or coherence. Overall, there seems to be a lack of engagement or satisfaction regarding the narrative elements of the game.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game has received positive feedback, with users expressing a strong appreciation for the soundtrack.
- “I even love the soundtrack!”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Each track is beautifully composed, making every moment in the game feel epic.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
- “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.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in this platformer game is reminiscent of classic titles like Super Mario, evoking a nostalgic sense of childhood joy for players. Its authentic 8-bit aesthetic enhances the comedic experience, making it a delightful throwback to simpler gaming days.
- “This funny platformer game reminds me a lot of the all-time hit Super Mario. I felt like I returned to my childhood, playing similar games on an 8-bit Nintendo. That's how authentic the game looks and feels.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay mechanics, making even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted and fun.”