Starship Troopers: Extermination
- October 10, 2024
- Offworld
- 11h median play time
Get on Steam"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!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- optimization1,648 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 28 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting severe performance issues, including stuttering, frame rate drops, and crashes, particularly during intense gameplay moments. Many users noted that even high-end PCs struggle to maintain stable performance, leading to an overall frustrating experience. Despite some improvements in recent updates, the consensus is that significant optimization work is still needed to make the game enjoyable and playable for a broader audience.
“It's incredible that the developers have managed to run so many dynamic objects at once without the performance suffering.”
“The game itself was good fun back in the day, hopefully they can get the performance issues sorted.”
“The game is fun but holy shit is the optimization bad; the only way you're going to get a playable framerate is if you set everything to the lowest setting possible.”
“The gameplay is still rough, with noticeable stuttering and frequent frame rate drops that impact the experience.”
“Rampant performance issues, bugs, and a lack of updates are slowly killing this gem.”
“The performance is unforgivably bad, the netcode is messed up, bugs pop in, and players are constantly rubber-banding.”
- gameplay1,603 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Starship Troopers: Extermination" is characterized by a chaotic yet engaging cooperative experience, where players work together to fend off waves of arachnid enemies while utilizing base-building mechanics. However, many players report significant performance issues, including stuttering and frame rate drops, which detract from the overall enjoyment. While the core gameplay loop is fun and reminiscent of the source material, it suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of content, leading to mixed reviews regarding its long-term replayability.
“The 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.”
“The gameplay immerses you in the intense, bug-squashing chaos of intergalactic warfare, offering a satisfying mix of cooperative team dynamics and strategic planning.”
“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.”
“Gameplay is boring and repetitive; had some expectations because of the developer and I really love squad, but if in squad 90% of gameplay is made by other players with tools which were given by developers, in this game 90% of gameplay is made by developers and it sucks.”
- story1,417 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 83 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that the single-player campaign consists of repetitive tutorial-like missions that fail to provide a compelling narrative. Most missions revolve around basic objectives such as gathering resources, defending bases, and extracting, which quickly become monotonous due to limited variety and a lack of meaningful story elements. While the cooperative gameplay and chaotic bug-slaying action are enjoyable, players express a strong desire for more diverse missions, character development, and a cohesive storyline to enhance the overall experience.
“The missions are varied and challenging, requiring strategic planning and teamwork to complete objectives and survive the onslaught.”
“The game encourages teamwork and communication, with each player's role being crucial to the success of the mission.”
“The intense feeling you get toward the end of a mission defending the arc and extracting, working together to survive is well worth the 25 dollars.”
“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.”
“There's only one map for now (not a big one, really) and a handful of missions.”
“The missions are repetitive and the lack of weapon variety is noticeable.”
- graphics777 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
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 older titles, with frequent glitches and inconsistencies. Overall, while the visuals can be impressive at times, the game's performance issues detract from the experience, making it challenging to enjoy fully.
“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, delivering detailed and well-crafted environments.”
“The graphics are absolutely amazing even on the lowest settings.”
“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.”
- stability734 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among players, with numerous reports of crashes, lag, and various glitches persisting even after its 1.0 release. Many users express frustration over frequent disconnections, unresponsive menus, and game-breaking bugs that hinder gameplay, making it feel more like an unfinished product than a polished title. While some players still find enjoyment in the chaotic experience, the overwhelming consensus is that the game remains a "buggy mess" that requires substantial optimization and fixes.
“For more or less a first build, it is surprisingly bug free, at least for me.”
“Its extremely fun, relatively smooth, and bug free for an early access game.”
“Even in this early access state, the game is mostly bug free.”
“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.”
- music231 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
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 express disappointment over 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 still long for 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, combat, different missions, future announced plans and hopefully more!”
“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.”
“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.”
- humor206 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its chaotic gameplay and the vibrant community, which often engages in role-playing and quoting lines from the iconic "Starship Troopers" movie. Players report a mix of hilarious moments, such as unexpected glitches and over-the-top scenarios, alongside a generally friendly atmosphere that encourages laughter and camaraderie. While some critiques mention a lack of depth in humor compared to other titles, the overall sentiment is that the game provides a fun and entertaining experience, especially when played with friends.
“It's a hilarious, action-packed romp through bug-infested planets that will leave you craving more.”
“The community is hilarious and a lot of them play 'in character'; it’s just a great experience.”
“You'll be laughing all the way to the extraction, and even if you don't make it, you'll feel nothing but proud to have served the federation.”
“It is so unpolished it's not funny.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
“I expected more clever humor, but it just misses the mark.”
- atmosphere114 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its faithful recreation of the iconic feel from the original Starship Troopers movie, capturing the chaotic and intense battles against alien bugs. While many players appreciate the immersive sound design and visuals that enhance the experience, some criticize the environments for being basic or lacking detail. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, effectively evoking nostalgia and excitement for fans of the franchise.
“The atmosphere of the movie is respected by the devs and also by the players.”
“The developers have managed to replicate the intense and chaotic atmosphere that made the film so memorable.”
“The game captures the essence of the films by maintaining the gritty atmosphere and dark humor that made the movies so memorable.”
“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.”
- monetization101 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 79 % negative mentions
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 current microtransactions and a traditional progression system, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment, highlighting a perception that the game prioritizes profit over quality and player experience. Many reviews express frustration over the game's performance issues and bugs, further fueling the belief that it is an unpolished product designed to exploit its fanbase.
“There are no microtransactions, pay the initial price and then you just play.”
“Lots of fun with no microtransactions.”
“An early access game with working multiplayer on day 1, no microtransactions, no shady bs, made by a dev with a decent track record, that costs less than half of a normal game?”
“I used to love this game but now it just feels like an unpolished, glitchy cash grab from a good IP.”
“This is a total cash grab, a bare-bones horde shooter with the Starship Troopers IP.”
“The cash grab done here is obvious and repulsive.”
- grinding96 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players describing it as tedious, repetitive, and lacking in variety. Many express frustration over slow progression, unbalanced experience gains, and the feeling that their efforts are often wasted due to resets or lackluster rewards. While some players find enjoyment in the gameplay, the grind required to unlock content and upgrades detracts significantly from the overall experience, leading to a consensus that the game is overly grindy, especially for casual players.
“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.”
“The progression system is slow, and I find the UI confusing, which puts me off wanting to play as I do not enjoy the base experience, so grinding it out to the point where it is playable is not something I really want to do.”
- replayability93 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising its engaging gameplay, cooperative mechanics, and variety in classes and objectives, which enhance replay value. However, many reviews highlight significant performance issues, limited content, and repetitive gameplay that detract from the overall experience, leading to a consensus that while there is potential for replayability, it is currently hampered by bugs and a lack of depth. Overall, players express hope for future updates to improve the game's replayability and content variety.
“This mix of action-packed combat and strategic planning ensures the gameplay stays engaging and replayable.”
“The game's massive, detailed map with multiple unique zones further enhances its replayability.”
“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.”
- emotional33 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 successfully elicits a range of emotions, from joy to sadness, making it a memorable and engaging experience.
“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 development7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
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 character progression opportunities. Overall, while the foundation is solid, there is significant room for improvement in character depth and narrative engagement.
“I look forward to character development updates and more weapons as well as more building options in the future.”
“Is it an AAA game with a great plot, character development, and a new way to progress your character?”
“Deepening the character development and adding more engaging storylines could help players forge a stronger emotional connection to the game world.”
“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.”
