Noxious Weeds: Prologue

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JOIN US ON DISCORD The corruption is spreading! Hordes of evil creatures are coming your way! You are a former adventurer who retired, looking for a peaceful farming life. Did you really think the days of dangerous adventures and fetch quests were finally over? Too bad, no cozy farming here! Grab the tools and slay the monsters before they taint your fields. Resist waves of enemies throug…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music2 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a unique farming theme combined with horde survival mechanics, providing a fresh spin on the genre.
It has appealing pixel art and satisfying controls, making it enjoyable to play.
The demo is free, allowing players to experience the game without any financial commitment.

There is no grinding or permanent upgrades, which limits character progression and replayability.
The gameplay can feel cluttered and confusing due to excessive visual elements on screen.
Some battles are difficult, and the requirement to gather resources like water can make gameplay feel tedious.

grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a traditional grinding mechanism, meaning players cannot enhance their initial character through repetitive play. While it offers a fun farming-themed horde survival experience, some users find the gathering and harvesting processes to be tedious. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a blend of farming and action without the grind.
- “Having to gather water and then harvest becomes a tedious process.”
- “If Stardew Valley couldn't slake your desire for violence, but you're not a fan of vampires, then this farming-themed game in the vein of Vampire Survivors is right up your alley.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it not particularly enjoyable, they don't find it bothersome either. The soundtrack may not resonate with everyone, leading some to turn it off after a while, but it complements the game's pixel art style and enhances the overall farming and fighting experience.
- “The pixel art style is simply amazing, and the music will make you feel like a real farmer fighter!”
- “I don’t necessarily like the songs that NW:P has, but they aren’t that annoying.”
- “After 2 hours of playing, I decided to turn off the music and play on my own.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their modern appeal and charming pixel art style, enhancing the overall experience with vibrant visuals. Players appreciate the cute art design and the seamless integration of various skills, which adds to the game's engaging atmosphere.
- “The art style is cute, and all the different skills were fun to try and make work together.”
- “The pixel art style is simply amazing, and the music will make you feel like a real farmer fighter!”
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics and easy controls that move from location A to B to C and so on.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for being fun and engaging, featuring a solid vs gameplay loop with creative weapons and perks. Players can enjoy varied experiences through different events during day and night, along with the option to choose from multiple characters.
- “The versus gameplay loop is almost intact in this game; the weapons and perks are somewhat creative and solid enough to make you enjoy the experience.”
- “Different events and focuses during night versus day gameplay, along with multiple characters to play with, add depth to the experience.”
- “It offers more fun and engaging gameplay compared to other games.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game currently lacks a story, but reviewers believe that the developer has the potential to create a compelling narrative if they choose to do so in the future.
- “The game currently lacks a story, but the developer has the potential to create a compelling narrative if they choose to.”
- “There is no engaging storyline to keep players invested, making the overall experience feel hollow.”
- “The absence of a coherent plot leaves the game feeling directionless and unfulfilling.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers decent replayability due to its two playable characters and a variety of power-ups and weapons to explore, despite being primarily a demo.
- “Even though this game is basically a demo, there's still a good amount of replay value since it has two characters and there's a lot to explore with the different power-ups and weapons.”
- “Does it have replay value?”
- “The game lacks enough variety to keep me coming back for more.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to replay.”