The Bug Butcher

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The Bug Butcher is a single player casual shooter game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

An action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up where peril comes from above.

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 171 reviews

graphics17 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

The game features fun gameplay with good graphics and a humorous art style.
It's an addictive arcade shooter that can be enjoyed in short bursts, making it great for mobile play.
The developers are responsive and continue to support the game with updates.

The controls are often unresponsive and poorly designed, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There are numerous bugs, including freezing issues and problems with coin collection, which hinder progress.
The game lacks proper controller support, making it difficult for players who prefer using gamepads.

graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
17%
9%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their quality, art style, and overall visual appeal, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. However, some players note that the high graphical demands can hinder gameplay performance, suggesting a need for better optimization or adjustable settings. Overall, while the visuals are a highlight, there are mixed feelings about their impact on gameplay fluidity.
- “The graphics are awesome and most importantly the controls are accurate.”
- “Cool concept, great gameplay, awesome graphics & artwork.”
- “Overall it's an awesome game with very neat graphics.”
- “I really like this game, but it needs to be better optimized or have graphic settings to lower the resolution or something.”
- “I admit that sometimes the graphics get in the way of the gameplay, but I wouldn't want to sacrifice on the graphics at all.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
92%
The game's stability is notably poor, with frequent freezes and glitches reported by users, particularly during level retries and character respawns. Many players experience issues such as auto movement and lag, detracting from the overall enjoyment despite the game's potential. Overall, the game is described as "buggy," indicating a need for significant improvements in stability.
- “This is a fun little gem that runs great!”
- “The game freezes for some time when you retry the current level from either the pause menu or the results screen.”
- “I now know why they named this game 'The Bug Butcher'—it's because there are a lot of bugs/glitches in this game. Developers, please fix the bugs so we can play this game properly.”
- “Could have been 4 or even 5 stars, but still in buggy condition—notably, in later levels, when you respawn after death, the player character walks to the right side of the screen, with all inputs frozen.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its addictive nature, fluid controls, and engaging mechanics, complemented by impressive graphics and artwork. However, some users express concerns about originality, suggesting that certain elements may feel derivative. Despite this, the majority find the gameplay to be fun and enjoyable.
- “The graphics and gameplay are amazing!”
- “Fantastic gameplay and very addictive.”
- “Kick ass soundtrack, addictive gameplay, fluid control!”
- “Nearly ruins the gameplay.”
- “I checked your game; although the design is good, I can't give you credit for originality because this is definitely ripped-off gameplay.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The monetization aspect of mobile games on consoles is criticized for being plagued by excessive ads and lag, detracting from the overall experience. While some users appreciate the absence of microtransactions, the presence of ads remains a significant drawback.
- “Mobile games that are available on console provide the best experiences, free from microtransactions and all the nonsense.”
- “Full of ads!”
- “It's laggy and full of ads!”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its charming art style and a strong sense of humor, featuring funny animations and a comedic twist on traditional gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the humor in its unique premise of battling quirky alien creatures, making it an engaging experience despite some control issues. Overall, the humor significantly enhances the game's appeal across different platforms.
- “This game is an excellent arcade shooter with a nice art style and a neat sense of humor.”
- “Fantastic game with funny animation that could hold you for hours if the controls were just a little better.”
- “A totally hilarious take on a tried and true game structure... big round alien creatures to kill rather than just pop balloons... great work and especially the Android port is also great.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the gameplay experience, particularly during bug zapping, with many users enjoying its energetic and addictive quality. Some players also express a desire for the option to play their own music alongside the game's soundtrack. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the game's fluid controls and engaging mechanics.
- “The music is also great when zapping bugs in the game.”
- “Let me play my own music in the background and you get 5 stars.”
- “Kick-ass soundtrack, addictive gameplay, fluid control!”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack feels generic and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “I wish there were more options for customizing the music; it gets boring quickly.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has received feedback indicating that it requires better optimization, as players have experienced slow performance, particularly on lower-end devices like the Redmi 2 Pro. Many users are requesting the addition of graphic settings to adjust resolution and improve overall performance.
- “I really like this game, but it needs to be better optimized or have graphic settings to lower the resolution or something.”
- “Not optimized.”
- “It's really a nice game, but it runs slowly on my Redmi 2 Pro.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be straightforward and enjoyable, particularly when it comes to earning attribute boosts at the 2000 level. Overall, the grinding experience is characterized as fun and engaging.
- “Grinding for attribute boosts takes an excessive amount of time, especially when aiming for 2000.”
- “The gameplay is simple but heavily reliant on grinding, which can become tedious.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, noting that it offers excellent value for the price, making it a worthwhile investment for multiple playthroughs.
- “Your $5 gives you an excellent game with lots of replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes me want to play again and again.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”