Ooglians

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Ooglians is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Cat Shawl Games and was released on December 15, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Ooglians" is a strategy game where players build towers to defend their reactor from mysterious creatures called Ooglians. The local multi-player game offers both co-op and competitive modes for 1-2 players, with a roadmap for future updates based on community feedback. Features include base building, attraction of Ooglians to machinery, and protection of the reactor, with potential expansions such as additional Ooglian types and non-gameplay elements.

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Audience ScoreBased on 150 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Ooglians offers a unique blend of tower defense and base-building mechanics, creating an engaging gameplay loop that thrives on chaos and strategy.
The hand-drawn art style and quirky audio design contribute to the game's charming personality, making it visually appealing and fun to play.
Despite its current rough state, many players see potential in Ooglians, appreciating the developers' responsiveness to feedback and the promise of future updates.

The game suffers from significant bugs and crashes, making it nearly unplayable for many users, with some reporting crashes occurring within minutes of gameplay.
Lack of clear instructions and a tutorial leaves players confused about mechanics and controls, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The current balance of gameplay feels uneven, with certain strategies or defenses being overwhelmingly effective, while others are nearly useless, resulting in repetitive experiences.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is characterized by a tension-filled loop that balances control and chaos, making it enjoyable despite its early access status. While the mechanics are fun and show potential, they currently lack depth and can be challenging to master, with some players noting issues with controls and limited content. Recent updates have improved playability, but the focus on adding complex mechanics over quality of life features may hinder the overall experience at this stage of development.
- “It’s a gameplay loop that thrives on tension, creating a satisfying rhythm between control and catastrophe.”
- “The gameplay loop is where Ooglians truly shines, even in its current early access form.”
- “Gameplay and mechanics are amazing, may there not be a whole lot to do so far.”
- “A very fun little game, but don't expect too much gameplay yet as it's in early development.”
- “Having this much difficulty with the controls does not work well with the RTS gameplay.”
- “Simple control options/changes like making rotate turret a right-click option while having other interactions on left-click would make a drastic difference in gameplay.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky and absurd elements, effectively complemented by vibrant visuals and dynamic effects. Players appreciate the blend of frantic energy and comedic situations, particularly the amusing concept of building a base that humorously collapses under its own success. While the humor is well-received, some players note that gameplay mechanics, like the aiming system, could use improvement.
- “Bright colors, animated effects, and dynamic lighting bring life to the battlefield, and the overall art direction feels consistent with the game’s quirky humor.”
- “It’s clear that the developers have a strong grasp of what makes their concept enjoyable: the frantic energy, the humor, and the sense of absurdity that comes from watching your carefully constructed base implode under the weight of its own success.”
- “For players drawn to experimental and offbeat indie games, Ooglians offers a refreshing blend of humor, strategy, and chaos.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a unique handmade aesthetic that enhances its charm, complemented by zany sound effects and a lighthearted soundtrack. While not overly polished, the art style contributes to a distinct identity that resonates with players.
- “The audio design complements the visuals with appropriately zany sound effects and a lighthearted soundtrack that contrasts with the mounting chaos on screen.”
- “Together, these elements give the game a distinct identity—it never feels overly polished, but its handmade aesthetic adds to its charm.”
- “I love the art style of the game.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them feel lifeless.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is hindered by its buggy and unfinished state, which detracts from the overall experience, especially since development has ceased. Users express disappointment over the lack of updates to address these issues.
- “This was a good game with potential; however, development has ceased, and the buggy, unfinished state the game is currently in makes it difficult to enjoy.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience, leading to frustration.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the developer's efforts to enhance gameplay mechanics and incorporate user feedback have significantly improved the game's replayability. With multiple updates and new content, the game is now considered highly enjoyable and engaging for repeated playthroughs.
- “The developers have made several updates based on player feedback, enhancing the mechanics and adding new content, making the game incredibly fun and replayable!”
- “With each update, the game introduces fresh elements that keep the experience exciting and encourage players to dive back in for more.”
- “The variety of gameplay options and the continuous addition of new features ensure that there's always something new to explore, making replayability a standout aspect of the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game currently requires significant optimization to improve performance, and users are hopeful for future updates to address these issues.
- “Looking forward to updates and further optimization.”
- “Game still needs much optimization regarding performance.”
- “Game still needs much optimization regarding performance.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect reminiscent of "Vampire Survivors," offering an addictive yet mind-numbing experience that can lead to hours of unintentional gameplay. However, the excessive micro-management involved is often viewed as tedious, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “The amount of microtransactions is both ridiculous and the nature of it is tedious.”
- “I could see this having the same energy as Vampire Survivors—just melting your brain and grinding this for hours accidentally.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and audio design feature a whimsical soundtrack and fitting sound effects that enhance the visuals, creating a playful contrast to the escalating chaos in the game.
- “The audio design complements the visuals with appropriately zany sound effects and a lighthearted soundtrack that contrasts with the mounting chaos on screen.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised, with users noting its exceptional quality and surprising musical score that enhances the overall mood of the game.
- “The atmosphere and mood are second to none; I wasn't really expecting the score to be the way it was.”