Terminal squad: Swarmites

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Terminal squad: Swarmites is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Droid Riot and was released on January 30, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Terminal Squad: Swarmites" is a cinematic space shooter game where players must build a chain of structures to generate resources and combat units to defeat an endless enemy flow. The game features a single base, random level modifiers for added challenge, and the ability to strategically connect and disconnect buildings to manage energy flow. The goal is to maintain a balance between combat, defensive, and manufacturing facilities to secure victory.

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

story3 negative mentions

The game features an interesting theme and concept that could have been engaging if fully realized.
Some players find the gameplay loop addictive and enjoy the strategic elements of building and resource management.
It has low system requirements, making it accessible for players with less powerful computers.

The game is riddled with bugs, crashes frequently, and has been abandoned by the developers for years.
Gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks depth, with poor AI pathfinding and unbalanced mechanics leading to frustrating experiences.
The graphics and user interface are considered subpar, with many players noting that the game feels unfinished and lacks polish.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the reviewed titles is characterized by a mix of addictive mechanics and minimalistic settings, though it suffers from bugs and a lack of updates. While some games in the series offer unique gameplay elements and depth, others are criticized for their basic mechanics and poor AI pathfinding. Overall, players find the gameplay loop enjoyable, but many aspects remain underdeveloped or flawed.
- “I say that with 20+ hours playtime, because the gameplay loop is fun.”
- “Very addictive game, super nice game mechanics.”
- “The most important feature of the entire series is that, regardless of the genre, each game has an obvious depth of gameplay.”
- “Achievements are buggy, no updates for over 4 years, barely any gameplay or mechanics that are fully realized.”
- “While featuring an interesting if minimalistic setting, Terminal Squad: Swarmites deviated from the gameplay presented in the prior game (Terminal Squad: Sentinels), which featured a connect-three grid where you would try to prepare your weapons in order to deal with the aliens attacking your mech. This one is an RTS game with indirect control over your units, similar to Clash of Clans.”
- “Again, the gameplay is really basic: build towers that do different things and advance towards the enemy base amidst upcoming waves of aliens (the swarmites?) which you must fend off with soldiers and turrets.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being minimal and poorly executed, with players noting a lack of depth and effort in its narrative. The first mission is described as tedious and repetitive, leading to technical issues such as crashes, which detracts from any potential engagement with the story. Overall, the narrative feels underdeveloped and fails to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “No fluff at all, a simple story would have taken a few minutes, but too much effort it seems.”
- “The game seemed like a cheaper tower defense game, but the first mission is near endless.”
- “On top of that, when I did finish the mission, it completely crashed my computer.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique style and realistic elements, while others criticize them as outdated and poorly executed. Overall, the visuals are described as serviceable with low system requirements, but many feel they lack polish and innovation compared to other titles.
- “For some players, the game may seem difficult (because you need to understand how the chain of buildings works, and what affects production), but this game has nice graphics (realistic blood and dead opponents), and not high system requirements.”
- “The graphics and required specs are serviceable and lightweight, but going back to the gameplay, there are some bad things when it comes to the AI pathfinding.”
- “The graphics are impressive and add a lot to the overall experience, making the game visually appealing.”
- “Seriously, the graphics are some of the laziest I've seen.”
- “I don't really like the graphics; I think they look too old. I've seen a few old-style games that used new game development technologies, and they looked very good and enticing.”
- “Graphics... dear god, what is this?”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been widely criticized for being low-quality and reminiscent of placeholder tracks, leading to frustration among players. Additionally, the limited audio settings offer only basic options, reflecting a lack of attention to detail in the game's overall sound design.
- “The settings are abysmal, giving only basic options for music and sound along with resolution (mobile game standards).”
- “What irks me is the music that is so trash you question if it's a placeholder that never got removed.”
- “Why is the music so annoying?”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is criticized due to persistent bugs, particularly with achievements, and a lack of updates for over four years, resulting in underdeveloped gameplay and mechanics.
- “Achievements are buggy, with no updates for over 4 years. There are barely any gameplay mechanics that are fully realized.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and server issues, which ruined the overall experience.”
replayability
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Players note that while the game includes randomized level effects intended to enhance replayability, these variations often result in experiences that are either overly challenging or too easy, potentially limiting the overall replay value.
- “The randomized effects on levels add a layer of replayability, making each playthrough feel unique and challenging.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more, ensuring that no two runs are ever the same.”
- “With multiple character builds and strategies to explore, the game offers endless replayability that keeps it fresh and exciting.”
- “The randomized effects on levels are supposed to provide some replayability, but they only determine if the game is hard to beat or an absolute cakewalk.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back; the lack of meaningful choices makes replaying feel pointless.”
- “The game offers minimal variation in gameplay, leading to a repetitive experience that doesn't encourage multiple playthroughs.”