Listeria Wars

About

Listeria Wars is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game. It was developed by Rubel and was released on December 8, 2022. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Listeria Wars is a tactical strategy where we protect the hero’s body from various infections and viruses by controlling the troops of the immune system. We can observe his personal life and even influence it with side effects.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Skip User Reviews

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music4 positive mentions

Fun and casual tower defense game that creatively teaches players about the immune system.
Charming pixel art and catchy chiptune music enhance the nostalgic gameplay experience.
Addictive and challenging mechanics with the ability to move units on the fly, providing a unique twist on traditional tower defense.

In-game capabilities of units could be better explained for easier understanding and strategy planning.
Lack of a volume control option can be frustrating for players wanting to adjust sound settings.
The story may not capture players' attention as much as the gameplay itself.

music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality and nostalgic feel, reminiscent of early Xbox arcade games. Players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the addictive gameplay and enhances the overall experience, alongside the vibrant art style and engaging cartoon cutscenes.
- “I loved the art and the music so much, the gameplay is very addictive and challenging.”
- “Very nice gameplay, there are some very difficult levels when you need to rethink the whole strategy, perfect pixel art and atmospheric soundtrack.”
- “Lovely game, music is amazing, the art is fun!”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game features a background story that intertwines the main character's everyday life with a battle against pathogens and diseases, adding depth to the gameplay. While some players may find it difficult to focus on the narrative, the unique blend of personal moments and the overarching conflict is appreciated, contributing to the game's charm. Overall, it is seen as a simple yet engaging tower defense experience with a creative storyline.
- “I like that the plot is not only about the war of really cute pathogens and blood cells, but over the battlefield we also can see the life of the main character, how he takes a bath, walks, plays video games with a friend, eats literally junk food, and then a bunch of diseases enter his body.”
- “Good simple tower defense game with a cool story. I give it 2 sickly thumbs up.”
- “There is a story you can see play out in the background, but to be honest, I couldn't pay much attention to it so far.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's graphics feature a classic pixel art style that evokes nostalgia, reminiscent of early Xbox arcade games. Players appreciate the charming visuals and engaging cartoon cutscenes, which complement the overall experience.
- “Using a classic pixel art style, the game possesses a nostalgic charm.”
- “Listeria Wars has graphics and music that remind me of early Xbox arcade games (a good thing).”
- “I really enjoyed the music and graphics, especially the cartoon cutscenes, and I also learned a lot about different infections!”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is praised for its simplicity and satisfaction, offering a fresh take on traditional mechanics with real-time unit movement akin to RTS games. Players enjoy the challenge of difficult levels that require strategic rethinking, complemented by appealing pixel art and an atmospheric soundtrack. Overall, it is easy to grasp and engaging, as players defend their character from alien bacteria.
- “The gameplay is simple but massively satisfying, providing a twist on old mechanics with the ability to move units on the fly, similar to an RTS.”
- “Very nice gameplay; there are some very difficult levels where you need to rethink your entire strategy. The perfect pixel art and atmospheric soundtrack enhance the experience.”
- “The gameplay is easy to understand and quite fun, as you defend your human from the alien bacteria that want to overthrow his immune system (aka you, the player).”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its perfect pixel art and an atmospheric soundtrack, creating an immersive experience. Players appreciate the engaging gameplay, which includes challenging levels that encourage strategic thinking.
- “Very nice gameplay; there are some very difficult levels where you need to rethink your entire strategy. The perfect pixel art and atmospheric soundtrack create an immersive experience.”