GIBZ
- April 6, 2017
- Torrunt
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"GIBZ is a shooting game with good graphics and masterful gameplay, offering both single-player and local/online co-op options for up to 2 players. The game features a base defense activity, where players build and defend their base against waves of enemies and bosses, earning coins to unlock and upgrade various items. With the ability to unlock new weapons, hats, and achievements, GIBZ provides a challenging and engaging experience."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Fun and chaotic gameplay, especially enjoyable in co-op mode.
- Great for short play sessions, providing a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic browser games.
- Decent graphics and a variety of weapons and upgrades keep the gameplay engaging.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and stability issues, leading to frustrating experiences.
- Progression can feel grindy and repetitive, with some bosses being overly difficult even on lower difficulties.
- Short playtime and lack of content may leave players feeling unsatisfied after completing the game quickly.
- gameplay30 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Gibz is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying its smooth mechanics and co-op mode, while others find it grindy, repetitive, and lacking in meaningful progression. The game features a limited weapon selection and uninspired boss encounters, leading to a sense of tedium for solo players. However, its retro-inspired art style and humorous tone provide an entertaining experience for those who engage with its multiplayer aspects.
“With its retro-inspired pixel art style, over-the-top violence, and addictive gameplay, the game offers an adrenaline-fueled adventure for players.”
“I wouldn't normally find myself playing this type of game, but Gibz is an exception because of the varied gameplay, the progression, and the different weapons and enemies.”
“The gameplay in co-op mode is fun, wacky, and fresh, and I must emphasize: do not play Gibz alone (unless you are doing solo achievements/farming for money); part of the gaming experience comes from co-op.”
“Gibz offers an incredibly grindy gameplay loop with little reward for the player that gets rather tiresome very quickly when playing by yourself.”
“Boring, repetitive gameplay, awful weapons, overpowered and uninspired bosses, way too many random encounters, ridiculous and unfun minigames, useless items with nonsensical costs.”
“The weapon selection, the power-up system, the boss mechanics, the random encounters, and the mini-games are all terribly dull and in some instances poorly put together (seriously the zombie surfing sections are so tedious I just quit forever when I stumbled on one for the third time).”
- graphics16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's graphics receive mixed reviews, with many praising its retro-inspired pixel art style, colorful artwork, and well-executed animations that complement the gameplay. However, some players find the character designs average and the backgrounds dull, suggesting a lack of depth in certain visual aspects. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for a fun, 2D shooter, they may not justify a higher price point.
“With its retro-inspired pixel art style, over-the-top violence, and addictive gameplay, the game offers an adrenaline-fueled adventure for players.”
“The artwork is colorful and enjoyable, the animations are well done.”
“Graphics are reasonably good, and work well with the game mechanics.”
“The graphics of the characters may be average, but the scenery and backgrounds are just dull.”
“It runs on a potato with very low graphics, and you won't be at 60 fps all the time.”
“The visuals are lacking, making the overall experience feel uninspired.”
- grinding13 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with players noting that while early progression is swift, the later stages require excessive grinding that becomes repetitive and tedious. Many reviewers express frustration with the lack of rewarding gameplay during these grind sessions, particularly when playing solo, and suggest that the experience is significantly more enjoyable in co-op mode. Overall, the grinding is seen as a major drawback, detracting from the game's potential fun and engagement.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“With that being said, in terms of time needed, I finished the game in around 7-8 hours of playing, but the map being small and static makes grinding feel repetitive and boring.”
“Gibz offers an incredibly grindy gameplay loop with little reward for the player that gets rather tiresome very quickly when playing by yourself.”
“Really grindy, really repetitive, really tedious, and it has achievements that can only be unlocked during certain times of the year, and that's really stupid.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being too short and lacking depth, with some players feeling it should have been more focused on base defense rather than the narrative. While there are extra content and mini-games available, the main story is seen as insufficient, leading to disappointment among players who expected a more engaging experience. Overall, the story mode is viewed as a missed opportunity, with some players suggesting that the game would benefit from a more substantial narrative.
“The music is only cartoony but has the essence of a melancholy story, reminiscent of 'The Walking Dead' or 'Left 4 Dead', where there is no glamour and a certain amount of regret at what they have to do to survive.”
“It has a complete story, but it's way too short.”
“Story is a bit short, but it can be replayed on a harder difficulty.”
“The 'story mode' should have been chopped and the base defense should have been what the game focused on.”
“It suffers from a lack of story and what is the main purpose of the journey, and the amount of probability of getting a random battle during your journey is too big, tends to be annoying!”
“Glad I brought this game when it was cheaper and on early access, but the storyline is way too short. 4.5/10 and a thumbs down for me.”
- music9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's music has received praise for its emotional depth and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with comparisons to the soundtracks of titles like "The Walking Dead" and "Left 4 Dead." While many players appreciate the blend of cartoony and melancholic themes, some feel that certain tracks do not fit the game's tone and suggest a need for more variety or epic compositions. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the gaming experience, though there are calls for improvements in replayability and tutorial guidance.
“The game has great music and graphics.”
“Great gameplay, great soundtrack, great game... could be longer though and have some more replayability, 9/10.”
“As for audio, the background music with its choice of musical instruments definitely makes you feel as if you are in a wild, wild west type of setting.”
“The music is only cartoony but has the tone of a melancholy story, reminiscent of 'The Walking Dead' or 'Left 4 Dead', where there is no glamour and a certain amount of regret at what they have to do to survive. That was my impression, anyway.”
“Some of the music doesn't fit, and a tutorial could help to get into it.”
“The background music, with its choice of instruments, definitely makes you feel as if you are in a wild, wild west type of setting.”
- stability7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, including unbalanced co-op mode issues, invincible bosses, and frequent crashes. While the game shows potential, its current state is marred by significant glitches that detract from the overall experience.
“Oh yes, and the co-op mode, the main reason that most people probably bought this, is buggy and still extremely unbalanced.”
“Only major downside is the game is buggy and a tad unstable; my friend and I experienced several glitched invincible bosses that froze on 1 heart and became unkillable, forcing a restart.”
“Also had the game hard crash on us 3 or 4 times so far and a few other minor glitches here and there.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the game enjoyable with a decent level of replayability, particularly due to its engaging gameplay and fun twists. However, some feel that it could benefit from additional content to enhance replay value. Many users express a strong desire to revisit the game, indicating a high level of enjoyment and potential for addiction.
“Seems to have a reasonable amount of replayability, especially given the fun twist at the end.”
“It's lots of fun, replayable, and the chances are, I'm addicted to it.”
“+ good replay value”
“As for replayability, I wouldn't know.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Gibz is praised for its humorous tone, which complements its explosive gameplay, creating a refreshing and enjoyable experience for action game enthusiasts.
“With its humorous tone and explosive gameplay, Gibz provides a refreshing and enjoyable experience for fans of action games.”
“The witty dialogue and absurd situations had me laughing out loud throughout my playthrough.”
“The game's quirky characters and hilarious scenarios make every moment a joy to experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its meticulous design, with attention to detail in aspects such as hair, weapons, and costumes, contributing to a visually rich and immersive world filled with diverse zombies, bosses, and monsters.
“The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that adds depth to the gameplay.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that truly impact their personalities and relationships.”
“The variety of character customization options allows players to create a truly personal experience, enhancing the connection to the story.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
“I was disappointed by the limited growth options for characters; it feels like they don't evolve throughout the game.”
“The story arcs for the characters are predictable and fail to provide any meaningful progression.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is visually appealing and user-friendly, running smoothly while providing unexpectedly deep gameplay. Overall, it demonstrates strong optimization that enhances the player experience.
“It is pretty to look at, easy to get into, runs smoothly, and offers a much deeper gameplay than expected.”
