Moduwar

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Moduwar is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Biohex Studios and was released on June 3, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Roadmap About the GameModuwar is a Real-Time Strategy game that redefines the genre with its unique modular gameplay. Instead of commanding traditional units, you control the Modu, a highly adaptable native species of water-dwelling creature capable of growing, merging, and splitting their organic structures in real time. By strategically evolving different organs, you create custom units that…

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Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

story6 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Moduwar offers a unique twist on the RTS genre, allowing players to control a living organism that grows and splits into units, providing a fresh and innovative gameplay experience.
The game features charming live-action cutscenes reminiscent of classic RTS titles, along with a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere.
The campaign missions are engaging and challenging, with a variety of strategies available due to the modular unit system, making each playthrough feel distinct.

The game is still in early access and suffers from various technical issues, including frame drops, clunky controls, and pathfinding problems that can hinder gameplay.
Some players have reported a lack of clarity in game mechanics, such as resource management and unit capabilities, which can lead to confusion and frustration.
The current content is limited, with only a few campaign missions available, leaving players wanting more depth and variety in gameplay.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has been well-received, with players praising its originality and engaging narrative that features diverse factions and a unique gameplay twist involving a living creature. The campaign missions are described as interesting and challenging, leaving players eager for future content and developments. While the cutscenes enhance immersion, some players noted issues with mission clarity and difficulty spikes, suggesting room for improvement in gameplay mechanics.
- “I’ve played all the available campaign missions and I honestly can't wait for new missions to come out—I need to know where the story goes next!”
- “The unique twist on how to make units is really interesting, and the story is well written and decently acted.”
- “The variety of game modes adds meaningful replayability, while the cinematic cutscenes provide story-driven depth and immersion rarely seen in modern strategy titles.”
- “The triggers in mission 6 are way too punishing.”
- “On my latest attempt at mission 6, I killed the wasp hive and tried to expand to a new base, but the chimera was still way too punishing in its attack waves.”
- “I restarted mission 6 a lot, and although I love the cutscenes, it would be even better if they were skippable so I didn't have to watch them every time.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics that blend base-building and unit production, offering a fresh take on the RTS genre. While the core concepts are innovative and engaging, players note that the game is still rough around the edges, requiring further polish and optimization. Overall, it presents interesting strategies and a creative experience, though some quality-of-life features are currently lacking.
- “The gameplay is unique and well-balanced.”
- “It’s a cool and creative spin on the RTS genre, with a really original story and innovative gameplay where you control Modu, a living creature that keeps changing and growing as you play.”
- “The gameplay is so cool because your base building is on the move and your HQ (Modu's heart) grows new units attached to your HQ which you can split off from it at any point and in any configuration with other organs.”
- “I only hope it gets more polished and its gameplay fine-tuned in the future.”
- “Decent game with unique gameplay, very rough around the edges and obviously indie.”
- “Core mechanics are there, but crucial quality of life features such as save/load are missing.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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27%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its exceptional quality and fitting integration with the gameplay, featuring memorable tracks that stand out in the RTS genre. Reviewers highlight the impressive soundtrack, which evokes nostalgia with its 90s full motion video vibes, and praise the developer's contribution to the music. Overall, the combination of great sound design, quirky cutscenes, and a unique artistic style enhances the gaming experience significantly.
- “On top of that, the music slaps hard and fits the game perfectly.”
- “The music (which is made by one of the developers) is spot-on, with Command & Conquer vibes!”
- “Sound: the music is an exception amongst RTS games in that I can actually remember the tracks that played because they aren't simple drums and horns.”
- “The music is an exception amongst RTS games in that I can actually remember the tracks that played because they aren't simple drums and horns.”
- “The music, which is made by one of the developers, is spot-on, with Command & Conquer vibes!”
- “From the soundtrack to the menus and sound design, moduwar has got it all.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the early access game are generally well-received, featuring a unique art style reminiscent of classic titles like Red Alert II, complemented by live-action cutscenes and a strong soundtrack. However, some users noted occasional visual glitches and frame drops during cluttered scenes, suggesting a need for optimization before the final release. Overall, while the game prioritizes readability over realism, it offers a visually appealing experience that runs smoothly on higher settings.
- “Graphically it is also good, things run smooth, and units are responsive.”
- “A unique spin on RTS games that channels the classics with its lovely graphics, music, and quirky video cutscenes.”
- “The graphics are really cool, the music is superb, and there are actual live-action cutscenes!”
- “It is an early access game and you feel it here and there; there are some weird visuals sometimes and a few frame drops when the screen gets cluttered with little module pieces.”
- “I don't know if it's just how Unity generates graphics, but the game definitely needs to improve in this area before launch.”
- “Graphics: the game focuses on readability over realism and detail.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report experiencing minor glitches, with the most significant issue being intermittent screen blanking occurring every few minutes. Overall, stability appears to be a concern for some players.
- “I found a few little glitches, the greatest of which was that for some reason my screen would blank every couple of minutes.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing progress.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the overall gameplay experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with players finding it captivating enough to outweigh some shortcomings in content length and control mechanics. Despite being introductory, the immersive environment significantly enhances the overall experience.
- “I love the atmosphere.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “While the current content is fairly short and introductory (there's more modes and skirmish to try out though), and some of the controls are somewhat clunky or lacking, the atmosphere alone got me on this one.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through its diverse game modes and the ability to employ various tactics and units, catering to different playstyles. Additionally, the cinematic cutscenes enhance the story-driven experience, further encouraging players to revisit the game.
- “The variety of game modes adds meaningful replayability, while the cinematic cutscenes provide story-driven depth and immersion rarely seen in modern strategy titles.”
- “There is tons of replay value since in real-time strategy, you can always use different tactics and units for different playstyles.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for causing significant framerate drops, particularly when multiple units are present on screen, leading to a less smooth gameplay experience.
- “Performance: Unfortunately, I did run into a few hiccups where my framerate dropped significantly when there were more than a few units on screen.”
- “The game struggles with optimization, leading to frequent stutters and lag during intense moments.”
- “I experienced severe performance issues, especially in crowded areas, which made gameplay frustrating.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its exemplary follow-through on concepts, a fresh setting, and a heartwarming indie feel, with cutscenes that evoke laughter and smiles, showcasing the charm of a small-budget production filled with passion.
- “The follow-through on a concept is exemplary; the setting is fresh and new, and the indie feel of the production is heartwarming. The cutscenes especially make me laugh and smile about the small-budget production with lots of heart.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game adds a delightful charm, enhancing the overall experience for players.
- “It gives the game a nice and funny charm.”