Swarm

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The Network has been infested. Face a giant creature ruled by music to cleanse it. Fight while switching between 2 complementary Game Modes!

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 141 reviews

music37 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features an amazing soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
It's a challenging yet rewarding boss fight game that keeps players engaged.
The unique switching mechanic between melee and shooter modes adds depth to the combat.

The game can be frustratingly difficult, especially for players not accustomed to challenging gameplay.
There are issues with crashes and bugs that can hinder the gaming experience.
The lack of a tutorial or clear instructions makes it hard for new players to understand the mechanics.

music
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
38%
5%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its energetic and engaging soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. While some noted occasional synchronization issues between music and gameplay, the overall consensus is that the music is a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's fun and challenging atmosphere. Players recommend the game especially for those who appreciate a strong musical component in their gaming experience.
- “Awesome soundtrack, movement is smooth and the hit feedback is nice.”
- “The music definitely pumps you up!”
- “The soundtrack is great and the movement is clean and fluid, and damn is it satisfying when you destroy an egg and chip swarm's health away.”
- “The music wasn't great.”
- “Music is decent, attacks are meant to sync with the music from my understanding, but there will be times when it doesn't actually sync up resulting in failed timings which in turn result in getting hit, but also for some unknown reason there seems to be times when the attack clearly hits you, but actually doesn't.”
- “This is great, but I feel like there are moments where the attacks and music don't sync up. When I hear a beat and dash to avoid damage, the swarm attacks me after I dash and I often times feel like the jump doesn't work when I try to jump over the start of the laser.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The gameplay is generally praised for its unique mechanics, particularly the effective switching system between different modes of combat, which adds depth and strategy. Players appreciate the fluidity and rhythm of the combat, complemented by a great soundtrack, although some note that the difficulty can be quite high and the game could benefit from clearer instructions on controls. Overall, the gameplay is engaging and enjoyable, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “I enjoyed this little shooter because of the gameplay and the music behind it.”
- “Great soundtrack, really fluid gameplay, satisfying to learn, and a pinch of difficulty.”
- “Very new game mechanics, let me keep trying, but the difficulty is too high.”
- “The game modes mechanic works so well, with some attacks nearly impossible to avoid in one mode while easy to dodge in another.”
- “Ok then... what about mechanics?”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charm and modern appeal, complemented by an engaging soundtrack. However, some players have noted that the visuals can occasionally obscure important gameplay indicators, leading to confusion during combat. Overall, the combination of appealing art style and music contributes to a captivating gaming experience, despite some technical issues reported by users.
- “The soundtrack and the visuals are mind-blowing.”
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics and easy controls that move from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “There's really cute and snappy graphics and animations with the attacks, and I love it!”
- “Game is broken for me, can't play at all. Reading through discussions, it seems several other people are having problems as well, which is sad because between the art style, music, and Steam achievements, it seemed like it would be a nice free-to-play.”
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics, but it feels like it moves from location A to B to C without any real depth.”
- “The soundtrack in the visuals is mind-blowing, but the overall graphics leave much to be desired.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The game currently lacks a traditional story, leaving some players feeling lost and wishing for a narrative mode. However, one user found humor in the premise of fighting bees due to a poor VPN choice, indicating potential for a more developed storyline in the future.
- “I love the story of a guy sent to fight bees because the owner didn't use a good VPN.”
- “In the beginning, I felt a little bit lost because I wasn't sure what to do; I thought there would be a story mode or something, and I was struggling on the first level.”
- “If there's a story mode ever added to this game, I'll be on the virtual queue to buy it.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an almost unrealistic commitment, akin to needing a second life to manage it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game offers a decent level of replayability, making it enjoyable to revisit occasionally, particularly due to its engaging boss battles.
- “A great free boss battle game with some replayability.”
- “Highly replayable and enjoyable from time to time.”
- “The game is only replayable from time to time, lacking the depth to keep me coming back.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to replay it.”
- “The limited choices and outcomes make replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its free-to-play model, with no advertisements or in-game purchases, making it accessible and risk-free for players. Users appreciate the quick download time, even on slower internet connections.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game is somewhat buggy, indicating issues with stability that may affect the overall experience.
- “The game is a little too buggy for my liking.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “There are numerous glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”