Revenge of the Killer Octopus

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Revenge of the Killer Octopus is a single player action game. It was developed by Messy Bed Productions and was released on November 16, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Revenge of the Killer Octopus is a level-based shooter where you control an intelligent octopus seeking revenge on the scientists who imprisoned you. Armed with eight guns and a grappling tentacle, fight through relentless waves of enemies in a sci-fi underwater lab. Use strategy and firepower to break free and take back your freedom.

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Audience ScoreBased on 51 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and entertaining premise, allowing players to experience the chaotic life of a murderous octopus with a variety of weapons.
Despite its flaws, many players found the gameplay to be surprisingly fun and engaging, with solid movement mechanics and amusing action.
The game is completely free, which is appreciated by players and demonstrates the developers' confidence in their work.

The game suffers from significant bugs and poor optimization, leading to low frame rates and performance issues that hinder the overall experience.
As a student project, it lacks depth and polish compared to professionally developed games, making it feel more like an academic exercise than a fully realized game.
The graphics and overall presentation are subpar, which may deter many gamers from giving it a chance, even with no upfront cost.

stability
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The game's stability is frequently criticized for being plagued by bugs and lag, which significantly hampers the overall gameplay experience. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, many agree that improvements in stability are essential for it to reach its full potential.
- “It is fun, but it is very laggy and buggy, making it very hard to play. If the developers were to fix that, it would be a masterpiece.”
- “It's glitchy, buggy, and unfair, but still worth beating.”
- “I became frustrated because it's so incredibly buggy.”
story
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The story of Octodad revolves around a quirky and humorous premise where players control an octopus disguised as a human father, navigating the challenges of family life while keeping his true identity a secret. The narrative is filled with comedic moments and absurd situations, highlighting themes of love, acceptance, and the struggle for normalcy in an unconventional life. Overall, the origin story adds a unique charm to the gameplay experience.
- “The origin story of Octodad is both humorous and heartwarming, showcasing the challenges he faces in a world that doesn't understand him.”
- “The narrative is cleverly woven, blending comedy and emotion as Octodad navigates his life while hiding his true identity.”
- “The story is engaging and unique, making players invested in Octodad's journey and the relationships he builds along the way.”
- “The story felt disjointed and lacked a coherent narrative.”
- “Character development was minimal, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “The plot twists were predictable and failed to engage me.”
graphics
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The graphics have been criticized for being subpar, with users labeling them as "asset flip garbage." Additionally, issues such as persistent motion blur on low settings and poor performance during intense visual effects have been noted.
- “The graphics aren't great.”
- “Asset flip garbage; motion blur is enabled even on low graphics settings, and it runs poorly when many effects are happening.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is generally smooth and features a solid movement system, though it requires polish and improvements due to some bugs. Overall, the gameplay premise is promising, indicating potential for future enhancements.
- “It needs polish, and there's a lot that can be improved, but the movement is very solid and the gameplay premise is not bad at all.”
- “Despite a few bugs, the gameplay feels pretty smooth for the most part.”

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Revenge of the Killer Octopus is a action game.

Revenge of the Killer Octopus is available on PC and Windows.

Revenge of the Killer Octopus was released on November 16, 2022.

Revenge of the Killer Octopus was developed by Messy Bed Productions.

Revenge of the Killer Octopus has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Revenge of the Killer Octopus is a single player game.

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