Roboden

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 35 reviews
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  • humor
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Roboden is a fresh take on the RTS genre: less micro-control tedium with more units! I designed this game specifically because of my own lack of competence in high micro-control demanding games. In this game, you control the entire colonies instead of individual units. Your control is mostly indirect: you modify the colony's priorities so it behaves according to your plans. You don't order a uni…

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
story1 negative mentions
  • The game features unique mechanics and a captivating concept that keeps players engaged.
  • It has beautiful pixel art graphics and a variety of game modes, including PvP and randomly generated levels.
  • Players appreciate the challenge and depth of strategy involved, making it rewarding once the mechanics are understood.
  • The tutorial is vague and can be confusing, leading to a steep learning curve for new players.
  • Gameplay can feel slow and tedious, especially in the early missions, with excessive hand-holding and waiting times.
  • There are bugs and issues with drone behavior, such as drones not attacking or repairing as expected.
  • gameplay11 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by unique mechanics and a tiered unit system, offering an interesting blend of RTS elements with indirect control. However, some players find the pace slow and the gameplay overly simplistic, with a steep learning curve that requires time to understand the underlying mechanics. Additionally, issues like settings not saving between sessions and a text-heavy introduction detract from the overall experience.

    • “Was hesitant to play it but then I saw there is like a unit tree and some interesting mechanics to make tier 2 units.”
    • “Behind the meditative, measured gameplay is actually an RTS with indirect control.”
    • “Indie with unusual mechanics and a theme that is interesting to me personally.”
    • “Gameplay settings, such as the speed, loadouts, etc. do not save in between sessions.”
    • “Way too much text and not enough showing intuitive gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay in the intro felt like reading a book that moved occasionally instead of an actual game.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The game's graphics are characterized by charming pixel art that appeals to fans of retro aesthetics, evoking nostalgia for classic RTS games. While some players appreciate the cozy and beautiful visuals, others feel that the graphics lack innovation compared to older titles like "Tone Rebellion." Overall, the pixel graphics are well-received but may not stand out in terms of content or complexity.

    • “Overall, I would recommend this game to anyone who loves flying robots in pixel graphics with matching music.”
    • “And the graphics in the game are simply marvelous - it's cozy and beautiful pixel art that instantly catches your eye.”
    • “Graphics is rather simple but not primitive, and reminds of old RTS games.”
    • “Everything this game is trying to do was already well done in 'Tone Rebellion' 25 years ago with better visuals and more content.”
    • “Graphics are rather simple but not primitive, and remind me of old RTS games.”
  • humor2 mentions

    Players find humor in the absurdity of using game mechanics, like spamming coordinators to eliminate enemy colonies, which adds a comedic twist to strategy. Additionally, the satisfaction of witnessing a bustling, fully developed base contributes to the lighthearted enjoyment of the game.

    • “Yeah, my issue hilariously was solved by spamming as many coordinators as possible and using them to instantly kill any newly built colonies, so the enemy never actually expands beyond their starting one.”
    • “It's funny how satisfying it feels when you see your fully developed base with dozens of drones busy with their jobs.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game enhances the joyful experience, complementing the flying robots and pixel graphics effectively. Players recommend it for its harmonious blend of visuals and sound, making it appealing to fans of both elements.

    • “I enjoyed the combination of flying robots around your base and the music that brought me a joyful experience.”
    • “Overall, I would recommend this game to anyone who loves flying robots in pixel graphics with matching music.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story in this game is criticized for its slow pacing, particularly in the first two missions, which are described as overly guided and lacking in engagement.

    • “This game's first and second missions felt incredibly slow, and the first mission was full of unbearable hand-holding.”
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