Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE

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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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Play Modes

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 738 reviews

humor25 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game is a fun and humorous way to kill spiders, providing a satisfying experience for those who dislike them.
It features a variety of weapons and creative ways to eliminate spiders, making gameplay engaging and entertaining.
The demo offers a good amount of content, with unique challenges and a lighthearted approach to arachnophobia.

The game can become tedious due to the fast movement of spiders and the repetitive nature of the tasks.
Some players experienced technical issues, such as lag and unresponsive controls, which detracted from the overall experience.
The demo is limited in content, leading to concerns about the full game's value and whether it justifies the price.

humor
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and entertaining, particularly in the absurdity of fighting spiders in increasingly ridiculous ways. Many reviews highlight the game's blend of dark humor and lighthearted fun, making it an enjoyable experience despite its creepy themes. Overall, the comedic elements, combined with simple graphics and engaging gameplay, contribute to its appeal as a funny and imaginative title.
- “Although arachnophobes may be put off from this game for... obvious reasons, the increasingly drastic ways of fighting spiders is nothing short of hilarious.”
- “The game has simple graphics and it is very entertaining, and if you are looking for something funny/simple, this is perfect.”
- “One of the greatest games of the year without a doubt, it's funny, imaginative, sometimes scary when they drop from above, and overall the perfect game for people like me who love either causing destruction with a wide range of weapons and tools, or have a passion for killing spiders.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the art style and overall quality, while others express frustration over performance issues and the need for high-end hardware to enjoy the visuals fully. Many users note that the graphics can be simple or low poly, which may detract from the experience for those with less powerful systems. Overall, while the graphics are appreciated by some, they are seen as a limitation for others, particularly those using lower-end devices.
- “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. Bad.”
- “The low poly graphics are disappointing, the physics a little clunky and unsatisfying, but that's not the real problem.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
45%
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.”
- “It has a cool mechanic where if you kill spiders, you can unlock rooms, and the final room is the exit!”
- “I've enjoyed throwing shurikens in those 'non-insects', and 'trash your crib with all your belongings, but destroy those critters!' gameplay.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The game's story is minimal, primarily revolving around the repetitive task of killing various types of spiders, which some players find can lead to boredom. However, the inclusion of engaging side missions and diverse gameplay mechanics helps maintain interest and adds a layer of fun and challenge. Overall, while the main plot may lack depth, the variety of missions keeps players entertained.
- “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, insanely creepy, and insanely challenging with lots of fun side missions in addition to hunting spiders.”
- “The game has fun side missions that you pick up along the way, adding depth to the overall experience.”
- “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).”
- “Until you go to the third level, look at your mission board and see 'kill jumping spiders'.”
- “No story.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The music in the game is highly effective at creating an unsettling atmosphere, enhancing the jump scares and overall experience when encountering spiders. While some players find it adds to the mood, others feel it can be overly intense or distracting, particularly during gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its ability to evoke strong emotions and contribute significantly to the game's tension.
- “The music helps a lot to get in the mood.”
- “Look great, controls are good, music is very nice.”
- “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 generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lacking in challenge, with repetitive tasks like hunting spiders and moving objects becoming monotonous over time. While the underlying concept is appreciated, the execution often detracts from the potential for enjoyable, mindless fun.
- “The concept is really excellent, but it just feels tedious when it should be cathartic and mindless fun.”
- “There isn't any challenge, and hunting spiders is just tedious.”
- “It's very tedious, unfortunately.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, enhanced by impressive graphics that contribute to a captivating environment. Players feel a strong connection to the game's world, which effectively complements the overall gameplay experience.
- “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 keeps you engaged.”
- “The combination of haunting music and detailed surroundings creates an atmosphere that is both eerie and beautiful.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth that would draw players into the world.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to create any sense of immersion.”
- “The overall ambiance is disappointing, with repetitive sound design and lifeless environments.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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 constantly, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience frequent lag and instability, which ruins the overall experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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 constant ads are frustrating. Every time I play, I'm bombarded with random ads that are often low quality or irrelevant.”
- “The monetization strategy feels aggressive. It's hard to enjoy the game when it constantly pushes you to spend money or watch ads.”
- “While the gameplay is fun, the excessive ads and in-game purchases really detract from the overall experience.”