Starship Troopers: Extermination

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"Starship Troopers: Extermination" is a cooperative first-person shooter where players join the Deep Space Vanguard to fight against the Bug menace in pulse-pounding combat. The game features massive maps, swarm-based gameplay, and a variety of classes to choose from. Players must work together to reclaim bases, construct refineries, and complete side objectives in order to secure victory for humanity. Welcome to the new vanguard!

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 43,360 reviews

gameplay1.2k positive mentions

optimization910 negative mentions

The game captures the essence of the Starship Troopers films with its chaotic atmosphere and humor, providing an engaging cooperative experience.
Many players find the core gameplay loop fun and addictive, with varied and challenging missions that require strategic planning and teamwork.
The graphics and sound design are praised for their detail and immersive quality, enhancing the overall experience despite some performance issues.

The game suffers from significant stability and performance issues, including frequent crashes, lag spikes, and game-breaking glitches that hinder gameplay.
The single-player mode is criticized for being a tedious series of tutorial missions with a lack of depth, and the overall narrative is seen as weak and unengaging.
Many players express frustration over the grinding aspect of the game, describing it as tedious and repetitive, with limited content and rewards.

optimization
3,296 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of "Starship Troopers: Extermination" has been widely criticized, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, frame rate drops, and crashes, particularly during intense gameplay moments. Despite some updates aimed at improving performance, many users feel that the game has become increasingly unplayable since its transition to Unreal Engine 5, leading to frustration among the community. Overall, while the game shows potential, its current state is marred by significant optimization challenges that need urgent attention from the developers.
- “It's incredible that the developers have managed to run so many dynamic objects at once without the performance suffering.”
- “Performance has improved a lot over time.”
- “The game itself was good fun back in the day, hopefully they can get the performance issues sorted.”
- “The performance is unforgivably bad, the netcode is messed up, bugs pop in, and players are constantly rubber-banding.”
- “This game is genuinely horrible, horribly optimized, boring gameplay; it's just unfun. If you like Helldivers and think this will feel the same, it doesn't; it's bad.”
- “The game is unstable and poorly optimized - I've had several crashes in the 8 or so hours at the time of this review, and I see massive FPS drops when the bug attacks reach full force.”
gameplay
3,206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Starship Troopers: Extermination" is characterized by a chaotic yet engaging cooperative experience, where players team up to fend off waves of arachnid enemies while utilizing base-building mechanics. While many players appreciate the fun and addictive core gameplay loop, they also note significant issues such as performance problems, repetitive mission structures, and a lack of content that can lead to a feeling of stagnation. Overall, the game shows promise with its solid mechanics and potential for future updates, but it currently suffers from technical shortcomings and limited variety.
- “The overall gameplay loop is fun and can be addictive.”
- “Players step into the boots of soldiers battling waves of arachnid enemies on the war-torn planet of Valaka, combining high-intensity action with strategic gameplay elements.”
- “This mix of action-packed combat and strategic planning ensures the gameplay stays engaging and replayable.”
- “The gameplay is still rough, with noticeable stuttering and frequent frame rate drops that impact the experience.”
- “The base building and resource mechanics play no role in the singleplayer at all, the AI of both the bugs and your teammates is abysmal, the replay value is basically zero and the whole thing can be completed in 2.5 to 3 hours.”
- “This game is genuinely horrible, horribly optimized, boring gameplay, it's just unfun; if you like Helldivers and think this will feel the same, it doesn't, it's bad.”
story
2,834 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of "Starship Troopers: Extermination" has received significant criticism, with many players noting the lack of a compelling narrative or engaging campaign. The single-player mode is described as a tedious series of tutorial missions that fail to provide depth or variety, while the multiplayer experience is primarily focused on chaotic bug-slaying without a cohesive storyline. Overall, players express a desire for more diverse missions, character development, and a richer narrative to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The missions are varied and challenging, requiring strategic planning and teamwork to complete objectives and survive the onslaught.”
- “The game seamlessly weaves together intense combat sequences with immersive storytelling, following a group of courageous soldiers fighting against the relentless arachnid threat.”
- “With its stunning graphics, immersive gameplay, captivating storytelling, and robust multiplayer experience, it stands as a shining example of what a sci-fi shooter should be.”
- “It doesn‘t even have a proper story.”
- “The so-called single-player campaign is just a glorified tutorial, stretched out over 25 monotonous missions, which barely last 5 to 6 minutes each.”
- “The missions are repetitive and the lack of weapon variety is noticeable.”
graphics
1,554 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting significant performance issues and poor optimization, leading to low frame rates even on high-end systems. While some appreciate the aesthetic and detail that captures the essence of the Starship Troopers franchise, others criticize the graphics as outdated and reminiscent of earlier gaming generations. Overall, the game shows potential with beautiful visuals, but it struggles with stability and consistency, making it challenging to enjoy fully.
- “I think the developers have put a lot of effort into it and the graphics are incredibly beautiful.”
- “The graphics are impressive, showcasing detailed environments that bring the universe to life, while the sound design and voice acting elevate the overall experience.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with meticulously crafted environments that transport players to the desolate planets where the arachnids dwell.”
- “This game is on the lowest graphic settings and it averages just under 30 fps.”
- “I set the graphics to minimum and I get about 100 fps until the hordes arrive, then I'm lucky to get 30-45 fps and it stutters and skips like crazy to the extent where it becomes difficult to even figure out what the hell is going on.”
- “The graphics are downright awful as well.”
stability
1,468 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, crashes, and performance issues even after its 1.0 release. Many users experience frequent disconnects, lag spikes, and game-breaking glitches that significantly hinder gameplay, making it often unplayable. While some find enjoyment in the chaotic nature of the game, the overwhelming consensus is that it remains a "buggy mess" that requires substantial fixes and optimizations before it can be recommended.
- “For more or less a first build, it is surprisingly bug free, at least for me.”
- “Even in this early access state, the game is mostly bug free.”
- “Its extremely fun, relatively smooth, and bug free for an early access game.”
- “The same lag issues and visual glitches from alpha exist even after their 1.0 release, but the game crashes even more frequently, even with near best modern specs on PC.”
- “Completely ruined by terrible performance and endless game-breaking glitches.”
- “This game went from fun and slightly buggy (to be expected from an early access game) to an unplayable mess that got rid of player progress multiple times.”
music
462 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its orchestral compositions that evoke the atmosphere of the original *Starship Troopers* film, while others lament the absence of the iconic movie soundtrack due to licensing issues. Some players find the custom soundtrack enjoyable and immersive, enhancing the gameplay experience, especially during intense moments like extraction, but many express a strong desire for the inclusion of the original score to elevate the game's emotional impact. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, it is seen as a missed opportunity to fully capture the essence of the beloved film.
- “The soundtrack, with its epic and adrenaline-pumping compositions, perfectly complements the action and heightens the excitement.”
- “The music, while not from the movie and being original, pays tribute to the movie soundtrack in a very close way.”
- “The music is great, it perfectly captures the feelings of the movies, and suits the theme spot on.”
- “Not having licensed or at least tributes to the original score makes the music feel empty (I get it could be expensive and I think Klendathu drop is in owner rights hell).”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable, lacking the intense and pulse-pounding melodies that could have added some much-needed excitement to the game.”
- “Major missed opportunity to license from the movies with soundtracks, sounds, visuals, characters, etc. Even if they wanted to stay cheap and 'do something fresh' they just don't have the art design, gameplay mechanics, or level design tight enough to pull it off.”
humor
412 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely driven by its community, with players frequently quoting lines from the "Starship Troopers" movie and engaging in lighthearted roleplay, creating a fun and chaotic atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the game's janky mechanics and unexpected glitches as sources of laughter, while the proximity voice chat adds to the hilarity with spontaneous banter and reactions during gameplay. Overall, while some players find the humor lacking compared to other titles, the camaraderie and comedic moments shared among players contribute significantly to the game's enjoyment.
- “Suit up, trooper, because it’s time to save humanity from the arachnid menace in the most hilarious and action-packed way possible.”
- “It’s a hilarious, action-packed romp through bug-infested planets that will leave you craving more.”
- “The community is hilarious, haven't laughed this much in a game in a very long time, they make this game more exciting to play.”
- “It is so unpolished it's not funny.”
atmosphere
228 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its strong fidelity to the original Starship Troopers movie, effectively capturing the chaotic and militaristic vibe that fans expect. While many players appreciate the immersive sound design and detailed environments that enhance the experience, some criticize the graphics and environmental details as lacking depth. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, providing a nostalgic and engaging backdrop for gameplay, despite some minor inconsistencies and areas for improvement.
- “The game captures the essence of the films by maintaining the gritty atmosphere and dark humor that made the movies so memorable.”
- “The developers have managed to replicate the intense and chaotic atmosphere that made the film so memorable.”
- “The atmosphere is phenomenal.”
- “The game's atmosphere is so vanilla and boring.”
- “There's a lack of music and ambient noises, and as a result the atmosphere feels non-existent.”
- “Pretty bad, absolutely not like the movies in terms of seriousness or atmosphere because there is little gore, voice lines and the music is average.”
monetization
202 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to the presence of overpriced cosmetic microtransactions and a lack of meaningful content updates. While some users report no microtransactions at launch, others express concern over the potential for future monetization strategies that could detract from the gameplay experience. Overall, the sentiment is that the game prioritizes profit over quality, leaving players feeling disappointed and frustrated.
- “There are no microtransactions, pay the initial price and then you just play.”
- “An early access game with working multiplayer on day 1, no microtransactions, no shady business, made by a dev with a decent track record, that costs less than half of a normal game.”
- “Not only does this basic FPS absolutely capture the feeling of Paul Verhoeven's film, it actually runs incredibly smoothly and without microtransactions, which in this day and age, is something I thought I'd never bear witness to again.”
- “I used to love this game but now it just feels like an unpolished, glitchy, cash grab of a game from a good IP.”
- “This is a total cash grab, bare bones horde shooter with the Starship Troopers IP.”
- “It's a shame that this gem ended up like this - a cash grab: pay for the game ($50 lol, AAA game?) then likely in the future you'd have to pay some more to play full feature.”
grinding
192 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players describing it as tedious, repetitive, and lacking in meaningful rewards. Many express frustration over slow progression, unbalanced experience gains, and a lack of variety in content, leading to a feeling of monotony. While some players find enjoyment in the gameplay, the grind often detracts from the overall experience, making it feel like a chore rather than a rewarding endeavor.
- “The leveling isn't too grindy and weapons can be upgraded a bit to improve your weapon of choice.”
- “The game is a lot of fun so long as you learn to cooperate with your squad; the sound effects are on point, progression isn't too grindy, and the combat loop is lots of fun. Very excited for the survival horde mode to go live; lots of potential!”
- “Starship Troopers possesses fun building elements - nothing complicated - and the leveling system is fun enough but not tedious.”
- “This can make the game feel repetitive and grindy after a while.”
- “It is boring, tedious, repetitive, and uninteresting.”
- “However, the fact that 90% of the game's content is locked behind a wall where the only way through is a slow grinding process, in which 90% of the games you play feel like routine plumber maintenance, rather than a legitimate battlefield where you are fighting to survive, is kind of devastating.”
replayability
186 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising its engaging cooperative gameplay and variety in classes and objectives, while others criticize its limited content and repetitive nature. Many reviews highlight that while the core gameplay loop is fun, the current lack of diverse missions and performance issues significantly hinder the overall replay value. Overall, the potential for replayability exists, but it largely depends on future updates and content expansions.
- “This mix of action-packed combat and strategic planning ensures the gameplay stays engaging and replayable.”
- “The replayability is fantastic.”
- “The seamless integration of cooperative and competitive gameplay mechanics is a stroke of genius that adds tremendous replay value and ensures that no two matches are ever the same.”
- “The base building and resource mechanics play no role in the singleplayer at all; the AI of both the bugs and your teammates is abysmal. The replay value is basically zero, and the whole thing can be completed in 2.5 to 3 hours.”
- “What the game is truly missing is replay value and variety.”
- “Currently, the replayability is pretty limited due to these factors.”
emotional
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its wholesome community and the impactful storytelling that evokes laughter and tears alike. The cooperative gameplay fosters a sense of camaraderie, though some experiences reveal a lack of communication among players. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to create memorable emotional moments, making players feel invested in both the narrative and their teammates.
- “This game made me cry for my mommy in front of 16 other men.”
- “One of the game's most remarkable achievements is its captivating and emotionally charged storyline.”
- “It is a masterclass in storytelling that will leave players emotionally invested and pondering its profound messages long after the credits roll.”
character development
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is currently limited, with no options for custom characters or designs, though the existing designs align with the movie's troopers. Players express a desire for deeper character development and more engaging storylines to enhance emotional connections, while developers are actively working on future updates that may include these improvements alongside bug fixes and quality of life enhancements. Overall, there is optimism for more character development opportunities in upcoming patches.
- “The roadmap for the product is showing active support and development from the developers, with an initial focus on bug fixes and quality of life improvements, with a view to further character development opportunities in the works.”
- “Deepening the character development and adding more engaging storylines could help players forge a stronger emotional connection to the game world.”
- “Is it an AAA game with a great plot, character development, and a new way to progress your character?”
- “No custom characters or character designs.”
- “Although the character design seems to reflect the troopers fighting in the movie, it does not reflect how I remember the characters fighting in the movie.”
- “The roadmap for the product is showing active support and development from the developers, with an initial focus on bug fixes and quality of life improvements, but there is a lack of substantial character development opportunities.”