PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer

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PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is a single player action game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Parry, Counter, and Break to Survive in this 2D Action Roguelike Platformer!

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Action

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Single-Player

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 123 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features great controls and an engaging combat system, reminiscent of titles like Hollow Knight and Dead Cells.
It has a charming artistic style and intriguing lore that keeps players invested.
The gameplay is fun and addictive, with a solid loot and upgrade system that enhances the overall experience.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, including issues with character skins and rune erasure.
There are optimization problems leading to lag and performance drops, especially on lower-end devices.
The character unlock system is frustrating, requiring excessive time or money, and the game lacks an offline save feature.

gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
18%
18%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth performance, innovative mechanics like wall-running, and engaging combat system, which combines side-scrolling action with parry elements. Players appreciate the intriguing lore and character design, although some have reported issues such as FPS drops and bugs. Overall, the game offers a fun and visually appealing experience, though some mechanics may be challenging for new players.
- “Love this game! I've been waiting eagerly for it to release. I preregistered after seeing the gameplay video, and I'm not disappointed. In fact, it's way better than I imagined. The mechanics are insane; you can run on walls, the characters are really cool, and the lore is intriguing.”
- “I never thought the combination of side-scrolling action platformer combined with a parry mechanic would feel so good in this game. The combat system also feels flawless. Kudos to the ChillyRoom team!”
- “Awesome! The gameplay is great, the mechanics are not too hard to get used to, and the story is interesting. Also, I like the platypus; it's very rare to see a platypus in a game.”
- “So, my frustration on dying on easy levels because of the mechanics made me uninstall.”
- “Sir, I think there's a bug with a black screen somewhere around the demo hero. Please fix it. I tried to watch all heroes' gameplay, but instead, I get a black screen.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with some players praising the art style and overall visual quality, while others report significant lag and performance issues, particularly on lower-end devices. Many users express a need for better optimization to ensure smoother gameplay, especially during more demanding stages. Overall, while the graphics are appreciated, improvements are necessary to enhance stability and performance.
- “This is a really fun game with great graphics and gameplay.”
- “I love this game, especially the art style.”
- “The graphic, control, and gameplay are good for me and it is worth giving a try.”
- “First, this game lags a lot after playing for 15 minutes. Even after setting the graphics to ultra low and limiting it to 30fps, I'm still facing lag issues.”
- “The optimization should at least allow me to play very smoothly on my 4GB RAM phone with medium graphics.”
- “You need to improve the game graphics and animation.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The game generally runs smoothly, but players report significant optimization issues, particularly in later levels, leading to lag. Many users express a desire for improved performance, especially on lower-end devices, and suggest enhancements like full gamepad support. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the current optimization leaves much to be desired.
- “The game runs smoothly, and the gameplay is enjoyable.”
- “Add full gamepad support and improve the performance.”
- “But it lacks optimization and lags in the later levels.”
- “The only problem is its poor optimization.”
- “The optimization should at least allow me to play very smoothly on my 4GB RAM phone with medium graphics.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
83%
The monetization model of the game is generally viewed positively due to the absence of forced ads, which players appreciate. However, many users express frustration over the high costs and time required to unlock new characters, indicating a pay-to-win element that detracts from the overall experience. While some players enjoy the game without intrusive ads, they desire more accessible ways to earn characters without resorting to watching ads.
- “Great game, and the best part is there's no ads.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt gameplay.”
- “I appreciate that I can enjoy the game without being bombarded by in-app purchases.”
- “I like that there's no forced ads, but the amount of time or money needed to get a new character is just painful.”
- “Launch rewards are a joke... 20 gems, not even 1 hero (need 60)... one really good thing is the minimum ads.”
- “Controls feel like the 2000s, and of course it's pay-to-win with tons of ads.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is often compared to that of Hollow Knight, noted for its charming and immersive qualities that enhance both the environment and the storyline.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its beautifully crafted world.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a hauntingly beautiful ambiance that keeps you engaged.”
- “It has that Hollow Knight-esque charm, especially in terms of atmosphere and plot.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits some stability issues, particularly with a bug that causes freezing when selecting character skins, which can disrupt the user experience. Despite these minor glitches, players seem willing to overlook them for the sake of gameplay.
- “However, there's one small bug I experienced wherein when I'm selecting a skin for my character, the game freezes even though I already clicked the 'X' button.”
- “Kinda buggy, but it's alright. I'm too lazy to grind for too long for the characters, so I'd rather quit.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is engaging and well-received, with players appreciating its interesting elements and unique characters, such as the rare inclusion of a platypus. Overall, it complements the enjoyable gameplay and accessible mechanics.
- “The gameplay is great, the mechanics are easy to get used to, and the story is interesting. I also like the platypus; it's very rare to see a platypus in a game.”

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PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is a action game.

PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is available on PC, Phone, Windows, Tablet and others.

PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer was developed by ChillyRoom.

PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

PlatyGuard: Swarm Slayer is a single player game.

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