Nerd Survivors

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 37 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • graphics
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In "Nerd Survivors," up to four players are transported to a fantastical realm filled with bizarre monsters. Armed with unconventional weapons like pizza grenades and enchanted fidget spinners, players must repel endless hordes, craft custom weapons, and endure 20 minutes of chaotic action to return to their gaming night. This is a bullet-heaven rogue-lite survivor adventure set in the "Doom & Destiny Worlds" universe.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique weapon customization mechanic called the Forge, allowing players to modify and choose from a variety of weapons.
  • It has a quirky sense of humor and charming character designs that add to the overall fun experience.
  • The game offers a lot of content with numerous characters to unlock, challenging gameplay, and varied stages.
  • The game suffers from balance issues, with certain builds being overwhelmingly powerful, making other options feel irrelevant.
  • There are significant bugs, such as enemies stopping spawning, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.
  • The progression can feel slow and tedious, especially at the beginning, which may deter players from continuing.
  • gameplay5 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the forge, and offers a fun, varied experience with challenging stages and hidden items. However, some players feel the absence of a dash mechanic detracts from the overall experience.

    • “There's a mechanic in the game that I actually really like, called the forge.”
    • “Has a lot of good mechanics for a survivor-like.”
    • “Brutal but fun and varied stages with hidden items and mechanics.”
    • “My only real gripe is the lack of a dash mechanic, which I feel the game could benefit greatly from.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its funny twists and addictive gameplay, while others criticize it for relying heavily on stale memes and crude jokes. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy cheesy humor and pixel graphics, but may not resonate with everyone due to its reliance on lowbrow comedy.

    • “A good sense of humor and some interesting takes on progressing abilities and unlocking characters.”
    • “Really funny and addictive game, has some nice twists on the original.”
    • “If you like pixel graphics, cheesy humor and survivor games, this is for you.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their pixel art style and overall aesthetic, which many players find appealing and well-suited to the theme. While the visuals and artwork are highlighted as standout features, some players note that the gameplay can become repetitive and grind-heavy, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “However, I loved the theme, the graphics, the music... pretty much everything about the game.”
    • “Great artwork too.”
    • “If you like pixel graphics, cheesy humor, and survivor games, this is for you.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a game from a decade ago.”
    • “The environments are bland and uninspired, making exploration feel tedious.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its suitability and enhancement of the overall experience, contributing to the fun and engaging atmosphere of the gameplay. Players appreciate how it complements the theme and graphics, making it a standout feature.

    • “The music is cool and suits the game.”
    • “I loved the theme, the graphics, the music... pretty much everything about the game.”
    • “As a hoard shooter game, I found the music, power-ups, and level of challenge to be genuinely fun.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often feeling that progression relies too heavily on repetitive tasks. While the aesthetic is praised, the gameplay lacks balance, leading to a cycle of either overpowering enemies or being easily defeated, making later stages feel like a slog to unlock upgrades.

    • “After grinding this game for a minute, I kind of hate it, I think.”
    • “The aesthetic is by far the best part for a survivor's roguelite. Nothing is too unique, and there is a lot to unlock, but it really feels like in most scenarios it's either you can one-shot everything or you will be one-shot yourself. There's not much to play around with, so beating the later stages becomes a grinding slog to unlock the rest of your ability upgrades outside of the game.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Players report experiencing occasional glitches that can halt boss spawns and result in endless levels, indicating stability issues that may disrupt gameplay.

    • “Occasional glitches that stop boss spawns and make levels endless.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I experienced multiple freezes during crucial moments, ruining the gameplay experience.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story involves progressing through missions by defeating bosses, which unlocks new customizable weapons in the forge, adding depth to the gameplay experience.

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