Infest

About

Infest is a roguelike deckbuilder where you manipulate the battleground Pixel-by-Pixel. Every pixel is physically simulated to burn, freeze, corrode, shock, and melt. Deploy a carefully-crafted deck to unleash impressive chain reactions on the alien infestation!

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

optimization3 positive mentions

The game offers a unique combination of roguelike deckbuilding and falling sand mechanics, providing engaging gameplay and creative elemental interactions.
The pixel-by-pixel damage and destruction mechanics are visually impressive and add a fun layer of strategy to combat.
The developer is responsive to feedback and actively working on improvements, which gives hope for the game's future development.

The integration of real-time and turn-based mechanics can lead to frustrating gameplay moments, as players often find themselves waiting for reactions to occur.
There is a lack of variety in cards and elements, with many higher-level cards duplicating effects of earlier ones, leading to a sense of repetition.
Some balancing issues exist, such as the high energy cost for upgraded cards, which can hinder strategic gameplay and make certain perks feel ineffective.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The gameplay is described as a fun and engaging roguelike deckbuilder that uniquely combines element interactions with falling sand mechanics. Players can explore different starting decks and face increasing difficulty through an "infest level" system, while the combat system rewards efficient play. Overall, the game offers a visually appealing experience with interesting enemies and smooth performance.
- “Pretty fun roguelike deckbuilder with the twist of element interaction and falling sand mechanics.”
- “It's great fun successfully combining falling sands and roguelike deckbuilding into an interesting gameplay loop.”
- “Pros: fun gameplay and unique combination, nice to look at graphics, cool cards, interesting enemies, runs smoothly.”
- “A deckbuilder, currently in early access there are 3 visible starting decks, with the third being unlocked at 'infest level 9', a difficulty mechanic that increases when the player wins a run.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The mechanics are interesting, but the execution is flawed, leading to frustrating moments that detract from the overall experience.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The graphics are generally praised for being visually appealing, featuring cool card designs and interesting enemies, while the game runs smoothly. Some users noted minor aesthetic criticisms, but these are considered easily fixable and subjective. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fun gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are nice to look at, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The visuals are impressive and contribute to the fun gameplay.”
- “The game runs smoothly, making the graphics even more enjoyable.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and look lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, making it hard to stay immersed in the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its smooth performance and visually appealing graphics, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience. Players appreciate the unique combination of elements, including cool cards and interesting enemies, which enhance the overall optimization.
- “The game runs smoothly, making the fun gameplay and unique combination of elements even more enjoyable.”
- “I love how the graphics are not only nice to look at but also optimized for performance, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The cool cards and interesting enemies are perfectly balanced, showcasing great optimization in game design.”