Kill it with Fire 2

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"Kill It With Fire 2" is a comedy simulation game that lets you play solo or with up to three friends in multiplayer mode. Your mission is to exterminate spiders that have invaded the entire multiverse. Look forward to four-player co-op and a Spider Hunt PvP mode to test your skills against friends. The game promises hilarity and intense spider combat throughout.

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Reviews

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 416 reviews

story5 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Kill It With Fire 2 expands on the original with smoother progression, better challenges, and enjoyable treasure finding, making it a fun experience for players.
The game features a variety of new weapons and spider types, along with cooperative gameplay, enhancing the overall enjoyment and replayability.
Despite being in early access, the game is praised for its humor, engaging mechanics, and the ability to face fears of spiders in a fun and chaotic way.

Some players feel that the game lacks content compared to the first installment, with a shorter playtime and repetitive objectives that detract from the spider-killing focus.
There are reports of technical issues, including crashes and bugs, particularly when playing in co-op mode, which can hinder the overall experience.
The game has been criticized for its shift towards puzzle-solving and collecting items rather than focusing on the core fun of killing spiders, leading to mixed feelings among fans of the original.

story
19 mentions
26 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
16 % negative mentions
The story builds significantly on the first game, incorporating new elements like cassette tapes that reveal lore and enhance the narrative experience. While some players feel the themes and challenges are less engaging than in the original, many appreciate the continuity and complexity of the levels, as well as the cooperative gameplay that allows for shared storytelling. Overall, the narrative is seen as a solid extension of the first game, with hopes for future updates to further develop the story.
- “I love the storyline and tapes in the game, as well as the levels; they are great, and I hope this game continues.”
- “In the first game, there were omega files which were the secret lore material, but in this game, you can listen to different tapes and get to know more about the story, which is really cool.”
- “The devs tell the story through cassettes scattered all over the levels, which is both entertaining and shows you the story without just straight up telling you what happened.”
- “Not enjoying the themes/story and challenges in this one as much as the first one; the first game was a bit simpler and, in my opinion, a lot funnier.”
- “Its great, but when I play Artois Manor, I can't find the story of Theodore.”
- “My only gripe is the lack of missions to play as of right now.”
humor
12 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its chaotic and charming nature, reminiscent of the original while adding even more comedic elements. Players find the absurdity and silliness, particularly involving humorous interactions with spiders, to be a significant source of enjoyment, especially in multiplayer settings. Overall, the game delivers a fun and entertaining experience, though some note that the lack of active matchmaking limits the multiplayer humor.
- “The game still has the humor of the original and even more.”
- “The game is crazy, chaotic, hilarious, charming, and just as fun as the first game; actually even more so.”
- “Plus it's so dumb and funny at the same time, just an all-around good time.”
gameplay
7 mentions
57 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its fun mechanics, clever design, and significant improvements over the previous installment, offering an engaging experience with a good balance of progression. However, some players found certain mechanics, like the power wash simulation, to be irritating and out of place. Overall, the combination of enjoyable gameplay, interesting plot, and appealing art style makes it a recommended title.
- “Very cool art style and fun gameplay; would recommend.”
- “It's kind of crazy how much this improves on the gameplay loop of the first game.”
- “Fun game, clever mechanics, interesting plot, enforced progression in a way that is not annoying, good graphics, and I am super happy that the sequel is here!”
- “I get that Power Wash Simulator is a popular game, but this game really didn't need one of the most irritating and out-of-place versions of that mechanic that I've ever encountered.”
grinding
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is mixed; while some players find it tedious and lacking in early access, others appreciate the complexity and rewards of grinding for upgrades and achievements. The game offers engaging content and unique challenges, but the grind can become frustrating, especially when pursuing collectibles. Overall, players suggest waiting for a more polished experience post-early access.
- “I suggest buying it when it leaves early access as for right now the content in the game is lacking and grindy; the multiplayer is dead and communication from the devs is few and far between.”
- “The game does get a bit grindy when you start going for the leftover achievements, with some of the tasks being very annoying to do, specifically the collectibles (I spent multiple hours looking for the last spacebux on the ship).”
- “Fully acknowledge this is early access at the moment and will likely grow and change, but it just doesn't feel as fun as the first game and it feels a bit tedious.”
graphics
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally well-received, featuring a cool art style and good visual quality that enhances the fun gameplay and engaging plot. However, players have reported technical issues, particularly with crashes when using DirectX 12 on certain systems, suggesting that performance may vary based on hardware and settings.
- “Very cool art style and fun gameplay, would recommend.”
- “Pretty good graphics.”
- “Fun game, clever mechanics, interesting plot, enforced progression in a way that is not annoying, good graphics, and I am super happy that the sequel is here!”
- “Do not play this game with DirectX 12 graphics on an Intel i9 processor; it will crash, and neither -dx11 nor -dx12 will help.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Textures are poorly rendered, making the environments look bland and uninviting.”
optimization
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game requires some optimization, as players have reported minor stuttering issues, particularly in the starting area.
- “Although it probably needs a bit of optimization.”
- “I experienced minor stuttering in some areas, including the starting area.”
stability
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game is generally stable with minimal glitches during updates, enhancing the gameplay experience. However, some suggest waiting for the full release due to occasional glitches and a lack of excitement in the current version.
- “Every update has been a lot of fun to play through with little to no glitches.”
- “The game runs smoothly, and I've experienced very few crashes since the last patch.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game feels; it allows me to fully immerse myself without worrying about technical issues.”
- “Don't get me wrong, it's perfect, but I suggest waiting for the full release because of glitches and a boring feel. Trust me, it's better if you just wait.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay, which really affected my overall enjoyment.”
replayability
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
While the game is enjoyable, many users feel that it lacks significant replayability, similar to its predecessor.
- “The game offers a lot of replayability with different choices and outcomes.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of paths you can take.”
- “The dynamic gameplay elements encourage you to come back for more.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying feels more like a chore than a fun experience.”
music
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the music as a standout feature of the game, with particular praise for the track "h.e.m." which seems to resonate strongly with players.
- “My favorite part is the music, especially H.E.M.”