Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE

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Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE is a single player casual simulation game with horror and comedy themes. It was developed by Casey Donnellan Games LLC and was released on July 17, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Kill It With Fire is a first-person action game about hunting spiders and causing collateral damage. HeatWave is a new chapter of spider hunting sim coming this Summer!

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Audience ScoreBased on 754 reviews

humor28 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

Hilarious and chaotic gameplay that provides a unique and funny way to deal with arachnophobia.
Great variety of tools and weapons to use for spider extermination, enhancing the fun and mayhem.
The game offers a satisfying sense of destruction, allowing players to turn their environment into a chaotic battleground.

The game can feel repetitive and tedious, especially when searching for fast-moving spiders.
Some players experience frustration with the controls and hit detection, making it difficult to effectively kill spiders.
As a demo, it lacks content and can leave players wanting more, especially with limited levels and objectives.

humor
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it hilarious and chaotic, particularly in the context of battling spiders in absurd and over-the-top ways. The combination of strategy, destruction, and dark humor creates an entertaining experience, making it appealing for those who enjoy a mix of comedy and action. While some may be deterred by the spider theme, the game's lighthearted approach and funny gameplay elements resonate well with many players.
- “The mix of strategy and destruction makes every round unpredictable and absolutely hilarious.”
- “Although arachnophobes may be put off from this game for... obvious reasons, the increasingly drastic ways of fighting spiders is nothing short of hilarious.”
- “This game, although not graphically spectacular, is packed full of humor & fun gameplay.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews. While many players appreciate the art style and find the graphics enjoyable, others criticize performance issues, particularly on lower-end systems, leading to a frustrating experience. Some users note that the graphics are simple or low poly, which may detract from the overall experience, but the game's humor and gameplay often compensate for these shortcomings.
- “Also love the art style.”
- “The graphics were great, and so was the gameplay.”
- “But graphics are awesome and is what I would call a horror game.”
- “Fucking lag everywhere even on the lowest graphics. What are you putting in this game to the point where I can barely even play?”
- “If you don't have a good computer, you're forced to use potato graphics, and you can't do much with it. It's bad.”
- “The low poly graphics are disappointing, the physics a little clunky and unsatisfying, but that's not the real problem.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The story in the game is minimal, primarily revolving around the repetitive task of hunting various types of spiders, which some players find can lead to boredom after a short time. However, the inclusion of engaging side missions and diverse gameplay mechanics adds variety and keeps the experience enjoyable for many players. Overall, while the main plot may lack depth, the fun and challenging side content enhances the overall narrative experience.
- “Even the timed side missions are interesting and quite fun.”
- “This game is amazing; normally I would not try to 100% complete a game, but this game I could not resist. I spent hours trying to get every mission done and unlock everything.”
- “Insanely fun, with lots of fun side missions in addition to hunting spiders. It's also insanely creepy, even without arachnophobia, and incredibly challenging.”
- “Story is... I don't know, story.”
- “No story.”
- “Since the plot is just killing different types of spiders, you could easily get bored after one or two hours of playing it (although having different methods like guns, sprays, etc. helps add variation).”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
46%
9%
The gameplay is described as fun and engaging, featuring unique mechanics such as unlocking rooms by defeating enemies and interactive elements like throwing shurikens. Players appreciate the overall atmosphere and graphics, with a typical playtime of around 30 minutes before deciding on a full purchase.
- “Very fun mechanics and gameplay style.”
- “Funny and cool gameplay.”
- “I've enjoyed throwing shurikens in those 'non-insects', and 'trash your crib with all your belongings, but destroy those critters!' gameplay.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The music in the game is highly effective, enhancing the creepy atmosphere and contributing to jump scares, particularly when spiders are nearby. Players find the sound design, including unsettling spider noises and thematic music, integral to the overall experience, though some feel it can be overwhelming at times. Overall, the music successfully sets the mood and heightens tension throughout gameplay.
- “Lol, when that first spider started moving at me after being completely still with its own little theme music, it was a legit jump scare and creepy as hell.”
- “The music helps a lot to get in the mood.”
- “God, why did the creators have to add the music when you see a spider? It's incredibly unsettling, but that's part of the experience.”
- “God why did the creators have to add the music when you see a spider? It's incredibly unsettling, but that's part of the experience.”
- “But... the music works a little too well for my tastes.”
- “The intro music is loud and you can't shoot the spider when they are on the crosshair.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be fun initially, but it quickly becomes tedious and repetitive, lacking challenge and excitement. While the concept has potential for enjoyable gameplay, the execution leads to a frustrating experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “There isn't any challenge and hunting spiders is just tedious.”
- “It's very tedious unfortunately.”
- “The concept is really excellent but it just feels tedious when it should be cathartic and mindless fun.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, enhanced by stunning graphics that create a vivid and captivating environment. Players appreciate how the atmospheric elements complement the gameplay, contributing to an overall sense of immersion and emotional depth.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world with stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “Every corner of the environment feels alive, creating a rich and captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The combination of haunting music and detailed landscapes creates an unforgettable atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the atmosphere is lifeless and fails to engage the player.”
- “The game’s atmosphere is dull and repetitive, making it hard to stay invested in the experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, noting frequent bugs and freezes, as well as poor quality in snapshots.
- “It has bad quality; the snapshots are buggy and freeze frequently.”
- “The game crashes often, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant lag and instability, which ruins the overall experience.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game but express frustration with its monetization strategy, particularly the frequent and low-quality ads that disrupt gameplay.
- “I enjoy the game, but the monetization is frustrating. The constant ads interrupt the gameplay experience, and many of them are low-quality or irrelevant.”
- “The game has potential, but the aggressive monetization tactics really detract from the overall experience. It's hard to enjoy when you're bombarded with ads.”
- “While I like the gameplay, the monetization strategy feels exploitative. The frequent ads and push for in-game purchases take away from the fun.”

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Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE is a casual simulation game with horror and comedy themes.

Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE is available on PC and Windows.

Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE was released on July 17, 2020.

Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE was developed by Casey Donnellan Games LLC.

Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its story.

Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE is a single player game.

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