Ground Breakers

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"Ground Breakers" is a strategy game where players dominate the world with a robot army, researching and customizing robot abilities. The game features single-player campaigns and multiplayer matches, with over 15 types of robots and various skills to play with. Tactics such as positioning, capturing points, and exploiting high ground are crucial, and robots can be customized with chips and parts collected from battle. Compete against other players online and climb the leaderboards.

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Play Modes

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Ground Breakers offers a unique blend of tactical gameplay with diverse robots, each possessing distinct abilities that enhance strategic depth.
The game features a variety of modes, including a non-linear campaign and multiplayer options, providing players with multiple ways to engage with the content.
The customization system for robots is robust, allowing players to craft and upgrade their units, which adds a rewarding layer to the gameplay experience.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, which can significantly hinder the gameplay experience and lead to frustrating moments.
The tutorial is brief and lacks comprehensive guidance, leaving players feeling unprepared and confused about game mechanics.
Multiplayer functionality is unreliable, with many players reporting issues that prevent them from enjoying this aspect of the game.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
25%
17%
The gameplay is a unique blend of various mechanics, including robot building, grid-based strategy, and RPG elements, which creates an engaging and rewarding experience. While some users find the HUD unintuitive and certain mechanics odd, the overall fun factor and depth of gameplay keep players returning for more. The dynamic terrain and unit upgrades add layers of strategy, although occasional bugs can detract from the experience.
- “It is extremely fun with multiple gameplay elements that really keep you going back for more.”
- “It takes multiple intriguing and exciting gameplay mechanics and mashes them all into one giant lovable game.”
- “From specific skills to each unit that you can upgrade during the battle, a speed stat for dynamic turns, dynamic terrain, a heat system when you use your skills too much, there's a lot of interesting mechanics here to play with.”
- “Other than that and the unintuitive HUDs, the balance of the game and some of the mechanics feel a bit odd, especially with the multiplayer aspect.”
- “The robots are unique and the gameplay sessions can be set to be longer or shorter (gives better more loot for longer). There's a bug that I keep encountering with one of the robots.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The story aspect of the game emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, with players encouraged to persevere through challenges. While the quest system offers intriguing insights into the narrative, it feels underdeveloped, and the tutorial missions can leave players feeling unprepared, particularly due to reliance on random chance for success. The game features multiple single-player modes, including a story-driven campaign and various battle scenarios, adding depth to the overall experience.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “I'm surprised at how there's three different modes just for singleplayer - a one-off battle to help earn specific chips, a sort-of story mode going down a mine, and a long-term, civilization-esque campaign.”
- “The quest system is cool and helps you find out a bit more about the game, but it could be developed a bit more.”
- “The infinity mine is there for advancing the story and grinding for bot parts.”
- “Tutorial missions left me feeling very unprepared.”
- “The third tutorial mission can be impossible until RNG decides to let you win based on how the AI works.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as decent and relaxing, with some players finding it enjoyable enough to keep it unmuted, even during repetitive loops. However, there are also users who prioritize gameplay sounds over music, indicating a mixed reception regarding its overall impact.
- “The 3D art and animation is great, and the music is decent enough that I haven't muted it yet.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “I am listening to the menu music looping as I write this, which I normally can't tolerate.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from frequent glitches and bugs, particularly on Ubuntu 16.04, which can significantly hinder gameplay. While it has a fun concept and is playable at times, many users report issues such as freezing and navigation problems that detract from the overall experience.
- “Glitches occur pretty often.”
- “Fun idea, and when it works it's playable, but it's way too buggy, at least on Ubuntu 16.04.”
- “I have saved the game, and then the entire game freezes until I hit Esc. I'm guessing that the next screen that should show up is invisible or something similar. Additionally, when I'm trying to select my robots in the four-wide screen to change their chip sets, hitting the arrow to view more takes me to the farthest screen and won't let me go back.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that while the infinity mine serves both story progression and grinding for bot parts, the grinding aspect may deter some. However, many find it less tedious compared to other games, especially with the inclusion of auto-farming features.
- “The infinity mine is there for advancing the story and grinding for bot parts.”
- “The only thing that might turn people off from it is the element of grinding involved.”
- “I have found other games far more bothersome in their grinding.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by unexpected and amusing moments, such as units hilariously launching into the air when attempting to pass through one another. Players find these quirks entertaining, though some express a sense of irony regarding the developers' apparent lack of commitment to the game's ongoing support.
- “It's hilariously entertaining when your units try to pass through other units, and they suddenly shoot up into the air!”
- “Co-op mode: ha, very funny!”
- “It's funny that even the devs seem to have given up on this game.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a retro aesthetic complemented by synthwave music, with users noting that while the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they are visually satisfying, particularly the water effects. Overall, the graphics are rated 7/10, highlighting their charm and appeal.
- “The retro graphics combined with synthwave tunes create a nostalgic atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are cute and charming, adding to the overall appeal of the game.”
- “Graphics: 7/10 - While it may not be groundbreaking, it's quite satisfying to look at, especially the water effects.”
- “The retro graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected in modern games.”
- “The graphics are overly simplistic and don't do justice to the game's potential.”
- “While the cute graphics have their charm, they ultimately fall flat in terms of detail and immersion.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers highlight the impressive character designs, indicating that the visual representation of characters contributes positively to their overall development and appeal.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep and engaging, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, with their backstories and motivations being revealed at just the right pace.”
- “The character designs are not only visually stunning but also reflect their personalities and growth throughout the game.”