Noobs Want to Live

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 210 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • music
Noobs Want to Live Game Cover
Starting at $3.48Buy now
Get on Steam

"Noobs Want to Live" is a roguelike game where players control a team of four characters attempting to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Gather resources, craft tools, and level up your characters' skills to progress through randomly generated maps and challenging enemies. The game features permadeath and procedural generation, ensuring a unique experience each playthrough.

Play Modes

Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 210 reviews
graphics11 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features a very cute animation style and unique art direction that sets it apart from other titles in the genre.
  • It offers a variety of character builds and synergies, making gameplay enjoyable and allowing for creative strategies.
  • The game is fun and addictive, providing a light-hearted experience with humorous elements and a decent amount of content for its price.
  • The game suffers from poor translation and unclear mechanics, making it difficult for players to understand certain aspects of gameplay.
  • There are balancing issues, with some skills and characters being significantly stronger than others, leading to a lack of challenge.
  • The game has limited content and can be completed quickly, which may leave players wanting more after a short playtime.
  • graphics25 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the unique and appealing art style reminiscent of titles like "Paper Mario" and "Don't Starve." While some appreciate the vibrant visuals and smooth performance, others find the overall quality lacking or janky, leading to a range of opinions on its aesthetic appeal. Overall, the art direction is highlighted as a strong point, though it may not be enough to sustain long-term engagement for all players.

    • “The graphics and aesthetics of the characters and the overall quality of the game are impressive.”
    • “The art style is awesome; I love it and clearly the art direction was a high priority from the start, I wouldn't change it one bit!”
    • “The graphics are great, and the art direction is fantastic with that comedic 'traditional Japanese style' it's going for.”
    • “The janky art style, the comic at the beginning intro especially, not my cup of tea.”
    • “Poor graphics, not everything translated, not recommended to play.”
    • “The art style is... simply said: if you take Don't Starve but then made it in China.”
  • gameplay23 mentions

    The gameplay is generally enjoyable, featuring humorous elements and unique mechanics, but it suffers from issues like misleading descriptions, RNG dependence, and controller sensitivity problems. Players appreciate the art style and the fun factor, yet many express frustration with the limited combos, lack of translation, and the overall readability of mechanics. While it offers around 10 hours of playtime, the experience can feel repetitive and chaotic, particularly due to the enemy behavior and the reliance on rerolls for progression.

    • “The gameplay is fun and the jokes are quite funny.”
    • “I love the art style and the feeling of the gameplay.”
    • “This game is unique enough in appearance and gameplay to set it apart from vampire survivors, which I'm sure is the most common comparison.”
    • “Here it's even more pronounced, because on one hand you have some really nice puns in the flavor text of items, on the other some mechanics/keywords are described downright wrong (misleading).”
    • “Controller gameplay ignores Steam's built-in deadzone, so unless your controller is made by God himself by hand, you're going to walk around randomly, you're going to jitter, you're going to move right into a boss's face, and the crypto 'skills' all become worthless (they require you to stand in place).”
    • “So, if you're aiming for a build, about 60% of the gameplay is just you praying and rerolling stuff again and again until you can get that exact thing that you wanted.”
  • music18 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its creativity and ability to complement the visuals. However, some find it repetitive and overly loud compared to sound effects, leading to a mixed experience. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, it can be inconsistent and may detract from the gameplay for some players.

    • “The soundtrack is varied enough, and some genuinely funny, creative, quirky moments are on display.”
    • “The music is nice and matches the game.”
    • “Beautiful music, and the visuals are fun.”
    • “The music is blaring and the sound effects are whisper quiet, so I tuned the music way down but that barely helped.”
    • “Most character music is really short, so you get a little 30-second loop of music that plays every single run forever.”
    • “A very casual and weirdly funny take on the good ol' vs formula with some nice visuals, mediocre music, good skills topped off with awesome synergies.”
  • humor9 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of messy fun, toilet humor, and cheeky writing, delivering genuinely funny and quirky moments throughout. Players appreciate the casual and silly approach to the genre, with a cartoonish style that enhances the comedic elements, despite some occasional visibility issues. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, contributing to an enjoyable and entertaining experience.

    • “Messy fun, toilet humor, and cheeky writing.”
    • “The soundtrack is varied enough and some genuinely funny, creative, quirky moments are on display.”
    • “It's also very humorous and silly, which is always good to me!”
  • story7 mentions

    The game's story is characterized by its humor and unique character-driven comic narratives, which add charm despite some content being only available in Chinese. Players appreciate the colorful art style and the playful nature of the story elements, though many express a desire for English translations to fully enjoy the content. Overall, the engaging and quirky storytelling enhances the gameplay experience.

    • “The characters are all unique and have their own little 2-page comic story.”
    • “The art is really cute and colorful, a contrast to the darker and grimmer works, and I enjoy the fun the developers are clearly having with the 'story' comics, the names of weapons, and the nature of some of them, like a sheep that poops landmines for your enemies to step on.”
    • “The art style's neat, there's tons of attack combos, and the little character story things are pretty cool (despite being in Chinese).”
    • “Only two things, right now, that I'd like to see addressed: map/mob variety and story translations.”
    • “The story needs an English translation too.”
    • “I bought this game after watching a YouTube video on it and that was at 7:30 PM. I played until 4:30 AM, slept, woke up, then finished the mission. I couldn't stay awake enough to win. Some content is only in Chinese, so I can't read it.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game is stable with no major bugs or glitches that would lead to uninstallation. However, some players experience consistent freezing issues, which may be related to their hardware rather than the game itself.

    • “The only complaint I have is that my game freezes consistently, and I have to close it to restart a run. I'm not sure if that's a bug or not, considering my laptop is capable enough to play this effortlessly.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game elicits strong reactions, with players expressing frustration and sadness, particularly when faced with significant setbacks like overwhelming debt. One user noted a poignant moment that brought them to tears, highlighting the game's ability to evoke deep feelings through its challenges.

    • “I cried three tears when I was hit by a mortgage attack in endless mode and my almost cleared debt shot up to six digits.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, the game features great combat and impressive graphics, with smooth performance noted by users. However, there are calls for full controller support and additional optimization to enhance the experience further.

    • “Combat is great, the graphics are awesome and the game runs smoothly.”
    • “The game needs full controller support and better optimization.”
    • “Optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering.”
    • “The performance issues make it hard to enjoy the game, as it feels poorly optimized.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    Users highlight the game's strong replayability, noting that it offers a fun and enjoyable experience for just $5, making it a worthwhile investment for multiple playthroughs.

    • “For $5, this game offers a ton of replay value!”
    • “Really enjoyable experience, fun and highly replayable.”
    • “For $5, I expected a lot more replay value.”
    • “The game lacks the depth needed for meaningful replayability.”
    • “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find that the achievements in the game are easier to obtain than they initially appear, requiring minimal grinding or farming efforts.

    • “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over just to level up, which quickly becomes boring.”
    • “The amount of time required to grind for resources is frustrating and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development is highlighted by engaging designs and the enjoyment of discovering skill synergies and purchasing upgrades, which adds depth to the gameplay experience.

    • “The character designs are fun, and I enjoy discovering skill synergies and purchasing upgrades.”
    • “The depth of character development keeps me engaged, as I can customize my playstyle and evolve my character throughout the game.”
    • “I love how each character has a unique backstory that influences their abilities and interactions, making the development feel meaningful.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy for this game aligns with typical trends in the mob horde roguelite genre, resembling many mobile games that utilize similar advertising approaches. Overall, it appears to be well-received, though it follows familiar patterns in monetization.

Positive mentions (%)Positive
Neutral mentions (%)Neutral
Negative mentions (%)Negative

Buy Noobs Want to Live

Play time

10hMedian play time
12hAverage play time
6-20hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

Videos

Similar Games