Multiwinia

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Multiwinia: Survival of the Flattest is a Science Fiction Real Time Strategy game set in the digital world of Darwinia, where opposing tribes of Multiwinians engage in action-packed battles. Players can choose from six game modes, either competing or cooperating with others in multiplayer and PvP matches, or playing alone in single-player mode. The game boasts good graphics and a unique retro-arcade style, making it an immersive and entertaining experience.

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 864 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

story8 negative mentions

Multiwinia offers a fun and chaotic multiplayer experience, especially when played with friends.
The game features a variety of game modes and power-ups that add depth and excitement to the gameplay.
Its simplistic graphics and mechanics make it easy to pick up and play, appealing to both casual and hardcore gamers.

The multiplayer community is largely dead, making it difficult to find online matches.
Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks complexity, leading to a quick sense of boredom.
Technical issues and clunky controls can detract from the overall experience, especially for new players.

gameplay
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
68%
6%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, allowing players to quickly grasp the mechanics, but many reviewers noted that it lacks depth and complexity, leading to a sense of staleness over time. While the game offers a variety of modes and maps, the core experience often revolves around moving units and relying on luck, which can detract from strategic engagement. Despite these criticisms, some players found the gameplay enjoyable and addictive, particularly in multiplayer settings, highlighting its fast-paced nature and potential for fun.
- “I'm amazed at what these developers have been able to create with a handful of gameplay mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is fun in a non-frustrating way - it's hard to get into a position where you lose, and even if you aren't employing the optimal strategy for a level, given enough time, you will be able to beat each stage in different ways.”
- “If you want an RTS with simple mechanics and fun gameplay, get this game!”
- “Unfortunately, despite the six different game modes and variety of different maps, it felt like this game got stale extremely quickly, and the gameplay just wasn't complex enough to stay interesting for long.”
- “The gameplay felt pretty simplistic, with few objectives beyond trying to make sure you have more units than everyone else in every battle, and most additional complexity relies mainly on randomness, which doesn't feel satisfying either.”
- “As far as gameplay goes, there really isn't a lot there: you'll end up automating most of your units' movements.”
graphics
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
53%
9%
The graphics of Multiwinia feature a charming low-poly, retro aesthetic reminiscent of its predecessor, Darwinia, which has aged well since its 2005 release. While the simplistic visuals may not be visually stunning, they contribute to the game's unique atmosphere and enjoyable gameplay, proving that engaging mechanics can outweigh graphical fidelity. Overall, the graphics are described as endearing and fitting for the game's casual, fast-paced RTS style, appealing to players who appreciate a nostalgic art style.
- “The art style has aged fantastically when compared to other games from 2005, and it still provides a good time today.”
- “The retro, polygonal graphics, (tasteful) chiptune soundtrack, and overall atmosphere are really interesting to experience.”
- “Dead simple RTS with pixel-perfect graphics that withstand the test of time.”
- “Anyways, Multiwinia is an RTS with poor graphics, and the 'troops' are literally just Japanese symbols.”
- “I didn't mind the bad graphics, but I just didn't want to spend any time trying to figure this game out.”
- “Very different style strategy game; what it lacks in graphics it makes up big time in gameplay.”
story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
66%
25%
The story in Multiwinia is minimal and largely absent, as it focuses on multiplayer gameplay rather than a narrative experience. Players can glean some context from map descriptions, but those seeking a deep storyline are advised to play Darwinia, which offers a more substantial campaign. Overall, the lack of a dedicated story mode has led to mixed feelings, with some players missing the narrative depth of its predecessor.
- “The story doesn't dominate the experience, but the brief sections where you learn more about Multiwinia are definitely rewarding.”
- “If you haven't played Darwinia, I would recommend it (+ it serves as a backstory and tutorial; basically a campaign).”
- “The amazing art, the story, and more.”
- “Unlike its predecessor, Multiwinia has almost no story to speak of.”
- “Okay, my main issues are that this game lacks any real solid in-depth storyline; it feels like an expansion pack rather than a separate game.”
- “There is no campaign for Multiwinia because Darwinia has the campaign; if you want story mode, get Darwinia.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized as fast-paced and highly entertaining, particularly when played with friends, adding a strategic layer to the comedic experience.
- “It's crazy fast-paced and extremely funny.”
- “Wow, it can be a really funny and strategic game when played with friends.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The music, characterized by a tasteful chiptune soundtrack, complements the retro, polygonal graphics and enhances the overall atmosphere of the game, creating an engaging experience for players.
- “The retro, polygonal graphics, tasteful chiptune soundtrack, and overall atmosphere are really interesting to experience.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers a variety of modes that significantly enhance its replayability, making it a worthwhile investment for players seeking extended enjoyment. Overall, users consistently highlight the high replay value as a key feature.
- “This game has quite a few modes too, adding to the replay value.”
- “Well worth your money; the replay value is high.”
- “This game has quite a bit of modes too, adding to the replay value.”
- “Well worth your money, replay value is high.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized, as clever advertising did not translate into significant player engagement or success.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its retro, polygonal graphics and a tasteful chiptune soundtrack, creating a unique and engaging experience for players.
- “The retro, polygonal graphics, tasteful chiptune soundtrack, and overall atmosphere are really interesting to experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with multiple users noting that it is buggy.
- “This game is buggy.”
- “This game is buggy.”

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