They Need You

About

They Need You is a single player action game. It was developed by Rollic Games and was released on October 29, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"They Need You" is a fast-paced action game where you must save humans from an overwhelming enemy. Utilize your strategic thinking and simple controls to outsmart and defeat the opposition. With addictive gameplay and the fate of humanity in your hands, the challenge is on to think smarter, not harder.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Single-Player

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 324 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

monetization48 negative mentions

The game is fun and serves as a good time killer.
Graphics are decent and the controls are generally well-received.
Players appreciate the variety of weapons available, including powerful options like the minigun.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, often interrupting gameplay.
Many players report issues with aiming sensitivity and control, making it frustrating to play.
There are frequent bugs and crashes, leading to a poor overall experience.

monetization
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, with many users expressing frustration over the frequency and length of advertisements, often interrupting gameplay. While some players find the ads tolerable or manageable, the overwhelming consensus is that the game feels more like an ad machine than a balanced gaming experience, leading to a negative impact on overall enjoyment. A few users suggest that reducing the number of ads could significantly improve the game's appeal.
- “It's basically just an ad machine to make you watch a bunch of ads.”
- “Every single level an ad, literally 5 seconds of game time 30 seconds of advertisements.”
- “I would have given it 5 stars; it's a fun game just ruined by too many ads, as all apps are.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "pretty good" and "great," while others criticize them as "slow," "chippy," and "the worst." Many users express a strong desire for improvements and upgrades to enhance the visual experience, alongside concerns about intrusive ads. Overall, the consensus suggests that while there are positive elements, significant enhancements are needed to meet player expectations.
- “This is a cool game for the target audience, with pretty good graphics, bearable ads, and a good time all around.”
- “Great graphics, good guns, and very good aim. Thank you for making this game.”
- “But please, please, please make better graphics and do a lot of upgrades and an endless mode too.”
- “Worst graphics.”
- “Needs better graphics...”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a mix of absurdity and realism, with some players finding it both "stupid" and amusing, while others appreciate its serious tone that contrasts with traditional comedic elements. Overall, the humor seems to resonate differently with players, appealing to those who enjoy a blend of silliness and realism.
- “This game is so realistic it's not even funny; I mean, I love it!”
- “Stupid but funny.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay is noted for its smoothness, although players have expressed disappointment due to the absence of sound effects.
- “The gameplay is incredibly smooth and fluid, making every action feel responsive and engaging.”
- “I love how intuitive the controls are; it makes the gameplay experience enjoyable and easy to pick up.”
- “The variety of gameplay mechanics keeps things fresh and exciting, ensuring that there's always something new to explore.”