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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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 706 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding12 negative mentions

The game expands on the original with more weapons, larger maps, and a variety of spider types, making it a fun and chaotic experience.
Co-op gameplay is highly enjoyable, allowing friends to team up and tackle challenges together, enhancing the overall fun.
The humor and absurdity of the game, including ridiculous weapons and spider designs, contribute to a lighthearted and entertaining atmosphere.

Some players feel the game lacks the charm and simplicity of the first installment, with a focus on objectives that detracts from the core spider-killing experience.
The game is currently short on content, with some players completing it quickly and feeling it may not justify the price at this stage of early access.
There are technical issues and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, including crashes and glitches that affect the overall experience.

story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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9%
The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its depth and connection to the first installment, while others find it confusing and lacking direction. Many enjoy the incorporation of cassettes that reveal lore and enhance the narrative experience, although some feel the gameplay has shifted too much towards quests at the expense of straightforward storytelling. Overall, while the story is seen as an improvement in some aspects, it doesn't resonate with all players, leading to a varied reception.
- “A sequel that took everything great about the first game and made it even better, from the music, the gameplay, and the surprisingly good story.”
- “I love the storyline and tapes in the game as well as the levels; they are great and I hope this game continues.”
- “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.”
- “Focused too heavily on a story it doesn't bother to tell you and not at all on gameplay.”
- “The first game was simple with the mission of just killing spiders; this game is a confusing mess with no direction.”
- “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.”
humor
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Kill It With Fire 2" is widely praised, with players highlighting its chaotic and offbeat comedic elements, including clever pop culture references and amusing weapon mechanics. The game retains the charm of its predecessor while enhancing the multiplayer experience, making it a fun and engaging option for both solo and co-op play. Overall, the humor is a key aspect that keeps players entertained and encourages replayability.
- “It builds on its predecessor's success, enhancing gameplay while retaining the humor and charm that made the original a hit.”
- “The combination of chaotic action, strategic gameplay, and offbeat humor makes it a must-play for fans of action games.”
- “It’s a perfect blend of destruction and strategy, wrapped in a hilarious package that keeps players coming back for more.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics, chaotic action, and strategic elements, building on the success of its predecessor while introducing new features and an expanded arsenal. Players appreciate the unique map designs and the blend of humor and tension, although some note that progression can feel tedious at times. While the game excels in spider elimination and offers a variety of tasks, there are mixed feelings about the diversity of gameplay elements and the integration of quest mechanics.
- “Gameplay is fun and progression is a tiny bit tedious, but enjoyable.”
- “The combination of chaotic action, strategic gameplay, and offbeat humor makes it a must-play for fans of action games.”
- “From the stunning cartoon-style look and great sound design to its innovative gameplay mechanics and thoughtful features like the arachnophobia mode, this game is a must-play for anyone who enjoyed the first installment.”
- “Focused too heavily on a story it doesn't bother to tell you and not at all on gameplay.”
- “Also, 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.”
- “In the sequel, there is no sense of diversity of species, although there are quite a lot of them, but the only gameplay interesting things are jumpers, which can climb onto your camera and crawl over the player until your partner (or you yourself) throws him off.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the larger and more complex levels offer engaging gameplay, the collection tasks and objectives can feel tedious and unfulfilling. Many reviewers note that the game introduces a significant amount of grinding, especially for achievements and collectibles, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these frustrations, some players appreciate the fun elements and potential for improvement as the game evolves in early access.
- “The objectives are tedious and nearly every time all they do is grant a piece of compound x which feels really unfulfilling and annoying.”
- “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).”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many noting the impressive soundtrack and sound design that complements gameplay. Reviewers highlight specific tracks, such as the "cactus kid" song and the main theme, as standout elements that elevate the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a significant improvement over the previous installment, contributing to the game's cool and engaging vibe.
- “A sequel that took everything great about the first game and made it even better, from the music, the gameplay, and the surprisingly good story.”
- “The intro of the game is great, as is the main musical theme, which became more epic compared to the first part.”
- “The sound design heightens the tension, with eerie noises and a fitting soundtrack that complements the gameplay’s frantic pace.”
- “My favorite part is the music, especially H.E.M.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their vibrant detail and engaging art style, contributing to immersive environments that enhance gameplay. While most players appreciate the visuals, there are technical issues reported when using specific hardware configurations, particularly with DirectX 12 on certain systems. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, complementing its fun mechanics and interesting plot.
- “The visuals are vibrant and detailed, with environments that feel alive.”
- “Wonderful art style and gameplay one keeps coming back to.”
- “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 with the Windows operating system; it will crash, and neither -dx11 nor -dx12 will help.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is viewed positively, with many players appreciating the increased size and multiple objectives that enhance engagement. While some feel it lacks replay value compared to the first game, others find it enjoyable enough to keep returning, especially with the potential for multiplayer experiences.
- “If you enjoyed the first game and thought, 'What if it was bigger and had more replayability?' this is exactly that. I've had a blast playing this game and will continue to enjoy it. In fact, I haven't even done half the things I want to. It's an amazing experience, and once I can find someone, I'm excited to play multiplayer.”
- “That is not bad however, if you enjoyed the first game and have thought, 'what if it was bigger and had more replayability?' this is exactly that. I've had a blast playing this game and will continue to enjoy it. In fact, I haven't even done half the things I want to; it's an amazing experience and once I can find someone, I'm excited to play multiplayer.”
- “Replayability is strong, with multiple objectives and increasing difficulty keeping players engaged.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While players enjoy the game and find it runs well even on lower-end systems, there are reports of minor stuttering in certain areas, indicating that further optimization could enhance the overall experience.
- “Wonderful game, I love burning all the spiders and it runs smoothly on my bad computer.”
- “Although it probably needs a bit of optimization.”
- “I experienced minor stuttering in some areas, including the starting area.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game is quite buggy and recommend waiting for the full release due to stability issues. While some updates have provided enjoyable experiences with minimal glitches, the consensus leans towards caution until the game is fully polished.
- “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 its release.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; it allows me to fully immerse myself without interruptions.”
- “Besides that, it's pretty buggy. I wouldn’t recommend it until it fully releases, and even then I’m not sure.”
- “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.”