Genesis Survivors

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Genesis Survivors is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Aeternum Game Studios S.L and was released on December 10, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Genesis Survivors, players pilot deadly mechs to defend Eden City against relentless alien hordes in intense auto-shooter combat. With unique pilots and customizable abilities, survival hinges on constant movement and strategic use of the environment. The goal is to survive waves of enemies until extraction, combining bullet-hell action with tactical mech warfare.

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71%

Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique mecha theme that adds a fresh twist to the survivor genre, with enjoyable gameplay mechanics and a variety of upgrades.
The visuals are appealing, with a clean 3D aesthetic and destructible environments that enhance the gameplay experience.
Despite being in early access, the game shows potential for growth and offers a fun experience for fans of the genre.

The game lacks a proper tutorial and clear instructions, leaving players confused about mechanics and objectives.
Progression feels stilted due to character-specific upgrades, which can lead to a grindy experience with limited variety.
There have been no updates for several months, raising concerns about the game's development and future support.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mix of classic survivor-like mechanics and modern roguelite elements, featuring a variety of upgrades and enemies, but suffers from a lack of proper tutorials and UI issues that hinder learning. While the core mechanics are solid and addictive, some players find the complexity overwhelming, and there are concerns about the game's polish and responsiveness in menus. Overall, it offers an engaging experience for fans of the genre, despite its flaws.
- “All the classic survivor-like gameplay is here with plenty of upgrades and weapons to acquire and tons of enemies to slaughter.”
- “A decent bullet heaven title with some more advanced mechanics, such as balancing energy consumption of your attacks versus shield regeneration, and some excellent elemental damage effects.”
- “The gameplay is addictive, the upgrades are satisfying, and the potential for growth is exciting.”
- “It's also incredibly frustrating that nothing is explained; you are just thrown into gameplay with some notion of controls.”
- “Nothing is properly tutorialized because of bad UI choices, so learning the mechanics is difficult.”
- “During gameplay, my sticks work fine, but as soon as I go to any submenu to select anything (including upgrades), the selection consistently goes up and left as if I am holding the stick down.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the clean 3D aesthetic and vibrant colors that enhance the sci-fi theme. While some users express dissatisfaction with certain visual elements, the overall consensus highlights a strong artistic style that stands out from typical pixel art games. Performance issues arise during intense gameplay, but the visuals generally contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “Visuals: the 3D aesthetic is clean, with a mix of futuristic mechs and chaotic battles.”
- “I really like the style and graphics, my favorite colors :)”
- “Music fits the theme, visuals are bright and colorful which I love, game runs relatively well (except for when many enemies and things are happening on screen for me at least), and the upgrades/skills/enemies are all quite interesting.”
- “The visuals are problematic.”
- “Graphics I did not like much, but in general it is quite decent.”
- “It's a surprising departure from the pixel art style seen in similar games.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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The music in the game is generally well-received, described as fitting the theme and enhancing the gameplay experience, with many players finding it enjoyable and chill. However, some users note that it can be repetitive and express a desire for more variety in the music as the game evolves. Overall, it contributes positively to the atmosphere and helps players concentrate during gameplay.
- “Good game, exactly what I expected it to be, nice to play with nice music.”
- “Cool roguelike, well designed improvement, music helps to concentrate in the game and beat those mobs.”
- “The music is great and super chill.”
- “Music is serviceable but repetitive.”
- “Hopefully they can add more variety of music as time passes.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its instability, with users reporting a buggy interface during skill and bonus selection while leveling up. Additionally, the game timer is inconsistent, leading to confusion about actual playtime.
- “Buggy mess of a game.”
- “My only critique with this game was the buggy interface when selecting skills and bonuses during leveling up.”
- “Each run's game timer is 20 minutes, which will roughly translate to 25 minutes of playtime (time freezes during upgrade selection).”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been noted to experience some performance issues, particularly during intense moments with numerous enemies or attacks on-screen simultaneously.
- “The game runs smoothly even during intense battles, showcasing impressive optimization.”
- “I experienced minimal lag, even with numerous enemies on-screen, thanks to the excellent optimization.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay without significant performance drops.”
- “There are a few performance issues when many enemies or attacks are on-screen at the same time.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate during intense battles.”
- “I experienced significant lag when the action got chaotic, which really affected my gameplay.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, primarily due to the misleading representation of multiple levels and the tedious achievement system that complicates character progression. The singular level quickly leads to a repetitive experience, making the grind feel more frustrating than rewarding.
- “On top of that, the fact that there is only one level in the game (which is misrepresented by the menu suggesting that level 2 is just waiting for you to 'unlock' it) means it quickly starts to feel very grindy.”
- “The in-game achievement/unlock system is beyond abominable, with things being divided per character; it's needlessly tedious and annoying.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is currently underdeveloped, as it is still in early access and lacks a complete storyline and tutorial. However, players appreciate the variety of characters and the potential for engaging story development, alongside enjoyable animations and addictive gameplay.
- “Cool game, a lot of different characters, a huge choice of progression and story development. I really liked the animation of different skills; the game is addictive and I recommend it.”
- “The game is still in early access mode and some key features are still missing, such as a second map, storyline, and a basic tutorial that explains the gameplay in more detail.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by self-deprecating jokes and playful commentary, as evidenced by the creator's lighthearted acknowledgment of their mistake in naming. This approach adds a relatable and entertaining layer to the gameplay experience.