Noobs Are Coming

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Noobs Are Coming is a multiplayer survival role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by overboy and was released on November 27, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Noobs Are Coming lets you play as the final boss in a brutal synergy roguelike where you control 45 unique characters and merge their abilities. With over 70 weapons, 150 items, and innovative mechanics like planting monsters, it offers endless combinations and quick, addictive runs. Enjoy both singleplayer and local co-op modes with challenging difficulties and infinite replay value.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 731 reviews

gameplay40 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Fun gameplay with a variety of characters and builds, making each run feel unique.
Engaging visuals and a catchy soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
Active developer support with frequent updates and responsiveness to community feedback.

Game suffers from balance issues, with some items and characters feeling underwhelming or overpowered.
Visual clutter can make it difficult to track projectiles and distinguish between enemies and minions.
Lack of permanent progression systems may lead to repetitive gameplay over time.

gameplay
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is often compared to "brotato," featuring familiar mechanics but with various new twists and innovations that enhance the experience, such as unique character abilities and item interactions. While some players appreciate the engaging and polished gameplay loop, others criticize it for being too derivative and lacking balance, particularly in late-game scenarios. Overall, the game offers a fun and addictive experience for fans of the genre, with a mix of chaotic energy and replayability.
- “Awesome little bullet heaven game, super fun concept being the boss and the gameplay is really smooth, tons of options and variety, definitely worth picking up if you enjoy this genre!”
- “Really fun iteration on Brotato that has plenty of stylistic and gameplay choices to make it appealing for fans while offering something fresh.”
- “The gameplay loop is compelling to me.”
- “My biggest gripe with Megabonk (mechanically, the putrid writing was also a big issue) was that to play longer, more substantial runs, you had to crank the difficulty up and tier three difficulty was just zero fun at all.”
- “It's a soulless copycat of Brotato that meticulously mimics the mechanics but completely fails to capture the magic.”
- “Even without comparing this game to other games, there's a lot of problems that make the game kind of miserable to play, and only some of them are gameplay related.”
music
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising the soundtrack as energetic and enjoyable, often describing it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. However, some users note that the limited variety leads to repetitiveness over time, detracting from its initial appeal. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, there are calls for more tracks to maintain engagement during extended play sessions.
- “In short, the game is quirky and a tremendous breath of fresh air for the genre, all the way from the music to skill selections.”
- “The visuals are nice (in-game), the soundtrack is a banger, the little text bubbles are hilarious.”
- “The music is a highlight as it fits the mood of the game and gets you enjoying the beat.”
- “The music is pretty generic and gets really repetitive really fast and not in a good way.”
- “The art style is cheap, the soundtrack is forgettable (I turned it off), and the 'parody' humor is nonexistent.”
- “The spawns are stupid, the hit boxes make no sense, and the music for this game was either made by AI or the dev's autistic nephew.”
graphics
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their fun and stylish art style, with many users highlighting the vibrant visuals and adorable character designs. While some reviews noted that the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they are described as clean and well-suited to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout title in its genre, especially for fans of similar games like Brotato.
- “The visuals are amazing, gameplay could maybe be interesting, but I don't feel it.”
- “The artwork is adorable and the game itself is a solid little piece.”
- “Absolutely addictive with music and an art style that puts this title ahead of so many others in its genre for me.”
- “Nearly all of the graphics are undisclosed AI art.”
- “Awful graphics.”
- “The art style is cheap, the soundtrack is forgettable (I turned it off), and the 'parody' humor is nonexistent.”
humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and creativity, featuring hilarious dialogue, quirky item names, and a playful take on fantasy tropes. Players appreciate the game's ability to blend chaotic gameplay with comedic elements, making it a fun and engaging experience, especially when enjoyed with friends. While some find the humor cheesy, it generally resonates well, contributing to the game's overall appeal and enjoyment.
- “The humor lands, the pacing is spot on, and every run feels just a little bit better as you start learning how to handle the chaos.”
- “From the first moments, it leans heavily into its humor and chaotic energy, parodying fantasy tropes while delivering a surprisingly polished gameplay loop.”
- “With creative design, rapid-fire action, and an absurd sense of humor, it’s a fresh entry in the genre that already offers considerable depth.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability due to its numerous unlocks, unique items, and varied gameplay choices, making it appealing for players who enjoy experimentation and challenge. While it may not yet match the depth of similar titles like Brotato, it still provides a polished experience with ample replay value, especially for those seeking to achieve 100%. Overall, players find it highly addictive and recommend it for its engaging mechanics and replay potential.
- “Virtually everything in the game is still locked, so it has tons of replay value.”
- “Price is fantastic, tons of unlocks and replayability, totally unique items, weapons, bosses, and choices and combos!”
- “For fans of fast, build-heavy gameplay with a strong emphasis on experimentation and replayability, this game is an easy recommendation.”
- “As of now, it's not as deep and replayable as Brotato.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is likened to a book with a solid foundation, but it suffers from a lack of engaging characters and overly tedious scenes, leading to frustration among players. Recent updates have negatively impacted the experience, though there is hope for future improvements and community-driven content that could enhance the narrative. Players express a desire for more dynamic storytelling elements, such as secrets and mysteries, to enrich the overall experience.
- “Look forward to seeing what they add in the future and hope the community quests get done so we can get the new items/characters that they unlock with them.”
- “Bigger or more dynamic maps would be great; the ability to walk around and discover secrets or maybe even a mystery story, like a secret boss level or an easter egg item to discover, would be fantastic.”
- “It's like a book with a good overall story, but with too many boring characters and scenes to the point of being annoying.”
- “☐ no story”
- “---{ story }---”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with most players experiencing smooth performance and no crashes or lag. However, some users noted minor performance issues when pushing the game to its limits.
- “Performance has been smooth, and I've had zero crashes or lag.”
- “Extremely well done arena roguelite, buttery smooth with no issues in performance.”
- “Great performance.”
- “There are some slight performance issues if you push the game to the limits, but other than that it's a fair little gem and will take some time to 100%.”
- “What is going on with the performance of this game?”
- “Performance has been smooth, and I’ve had zero crashes or lag.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be tedious, particularly due to cumbersome mechanics that require navigating through items repeatedly. While some players appreciate the reduced grind compared to similar games, others find it necessary to invest significant time to progress, suggesting that improvements to the grinding mechanics are needed for a smoother experience. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a mixed bag, with potential for fun but also significant frustration.
- “In controller, it's tedious to reach attacks since you need to go through items first every time.”
- “I tried the message board and the Discord (as the dev posted) and haven't had any assistance. I tried Steam refund, and because I put in 10 hours of gameplay, the refund was rejected. The dev needs to fix the mechanics before publishing, especially for a game that requires grinding and multiple runs to progress/unlock more.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern, with users reporting frequent freezes, especially when friends join, leading to complete inaccessibility for all players, including the host. These issues often last several minutes and detract from the overall experience, prompting some reviewers to lower their ratings due to the persistent bugs, particularly in later game waves.
- “When friends join, the game just freezes and no one can access it, not even me, the host.”
- “As of 7.29.25, the game freezes and there's no crash report.”
- “Sometimes it freezes for a whole 5 minutes, then resumes.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy is perceived as overly obvious and unnecessary, akin to stating the obvious benefits of a product, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The monetization system feels more like a cash grab than a fair way to enhance gameplay.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when every feature is locked behind a paywall.”
- “The constant push for in-game purchases ruins the overall experience.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is praised for its unique and varied designs, which enhance the overall gameplay experience and contribute to diverse play styles. Players appreciate how these distinct character designs add depth and variety to the game.
- “Character designs are unique and really add to the variety of play style.”
- “I love the character designs so far and overall feel.”
- “Great variety in character design enhances the gameplay experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note that the game successfully builds on its predecessor by exploring deeper emotional themes that were previously untouched, enhancing the overall narrative experience.