Trash Squad

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Trash Squad is a single player action game. It was developed by Enitvare and was released on January 26, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Trash Squad is a dynamic shooter with RPG elements. Stand up for the fight against hordes of monsters in over a dozen randomly generated levels.

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81%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Trash Squad offers a fun and dynamic gameplay experience with a good variety of unlockable characters, weapons, and abilities.
The game has a humorous premise and engaging action, making it a decent choice for casual play and stress relief.
Despite its low-budget graphics, the game is well-polished and provides a challenging yet fair experience, reminiscent of popular titles like Nuclear Throne.

The lack of controller support and poor optimization detracts from the overall experience, making it feel less suited for PC gamers.
Many players find the difficulty spikes frustrating, with some levels feeling overly punishing and lacking in balance.
The graphics and sound design are considered subpar, with some reviewers criticizing the game's visual style and audio quality as outdated.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style that, while not groundbreaking, is considered fitting for its genre and generally well-polished. Some players appreciate the cute and goofy aesthetic, while others criticize the low-resolution visuals and lack of substantial graphical enhancements. Overall, the graphics are deemed decent for a game of this type, though they may not appeal to those seeking modern visual fidelity.
- “Funny little action shooter game that kind of reminds me of Nuclear Throne with its gameplay and cute cartoon graphics.”
- “Super silly rogue-like shooter game with tons of stuff to unlock, amusing characters and enemy types, and a really goofy art style.”
- “The 2D, low-definition pixelated graphics is obviously a style choice by the developers, and works out quite well, especially in this particular type of game.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic low-quality art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the mediocre 2D visuals.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this top-down roguelike shooter is engaging and fluid, drawing comparisons to titles like Nuclear Throne with its bullet hell mechanics and character customization. While some find the gameplay shallow, it offers a solid experience with smooth controls, varied weapon types, and a wealth of unlockable content that keeps each run fresh and enjoyable. Overall, it successfully combines fun mechanics with a charming aesthetic, making it a worthwhile indie title despite its low budget.
- “You get good and smooth gameplay that sits somewhere between 'boi' and 'etg', with varied character weapon types and abilities, and the graphics are surprisingly decent.”
- “A top-down roguelike shooter done the right way that delivers solid gameplay and puts in some deep character customization and progression.”
- “Overall, Trash Squad may be a low-budget indie shooter, but it does many gameplay mechanics right, resulting in a fluid and fun experience at every run, kept fresh by the procedural generation.”
- “The gameplay is as shallow as you might expect from the premise, but at least this isn't some kind of asset flip; it seems to be sincerely made (without anyone stopping to consider whether it's a good idea and if Steam really needs more 2D retro pixel trash).”
- “Aside from the story incipit which is rather original, the core gameplay features are those typical of top-down bullet hell games (i.e. Nuclear Throne) as you will read further in the review.”
- “The things that matter most in this type of gameplay are obviously individual skill and reflexes to dodge the considerable amount of shots directed at you; items and equipment certainly give a big help but will only get you so far.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely criticized as lacking depth and engagement, with many players finding it unenjoyable and suggesting a complete overhaul for future iterations. While the initial premise shows some originality, it ultimately fails to enhance the overall experience, which is dominated by typical gameplay mechanics of the genre.
- “The story incipit is rather original, setting the stage for an engaging narrative that draws players in.”
- “The game's storyline offers a unique twist that keeps players invested and eager to uncover more.”
- “The narrative elements are well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience and providing depth to the gameplay.”
- “The storyline behind this game is horrible, and it's barely enjoyable for 10 minutes.”
- “If the developers read this, please consider making a completely different type of game with more storyline and different map layouts than what you did with Razenroth.”
- “Aside from the story incipit, which is rather original, the core gameplay features are those typical of top-down bullet hell games (i.e. Nuclear Throne) as you will read further in the review.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to confusion in gameplay as enemy and player projectiles appear similar, making it difficult to identify threats. Additionally, certain builds and skills can feel overpowered, further complicating the experience.
- “The optimization in this game is outstanding, allowing for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game for better performance, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
- “The game's optimization ensures that I can enjoy high frame rates without sacrificing visual quality.”
- “Be warned, this game is poorly optimized. Some build, skill, and perk decisions can be overpowered, and the similarity between enemy bullets and your bullets makes it hard to even know what kills you.”
- “The performance issues in this game are frustrating and detract from the overall experience.”
- “Optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and lacking in skill, as combat often involves mindlessly shooting at enemies until they are defeated rather than employing strategic gameplay.
- “Killing foes isn't really skill-based; you just tediously stand there firing until enough of your bullets randomly hit enemies.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “Leveling up requires an excessive amount of time spent on monotonous tasks that detract from the overall experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, largely due to its deep unlocks and extensive character customization options, which encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The deep unlocks and character customization significantly enhance the replayability, which is crucial for this type of game.”
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and experiences, making it hard to put down.”
- “The variety of choices and paths you can take ensures that no two runs feel the same.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The repetitive gameplay mechanics diminish any potential for replayability.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects in the game are generally considered lackluster and generic, with a retro feel that fails to leave a lasting impression. Reviewers describe the soundtracks as anonymous and unremarkable, contributing little to the overall experience.
- “The soundtracks are frankly quite anonymous and nothing special at all, as are the sound effects of various weapons. They all share a retro-ish feeling, but that's all I can say about them; it's a generic sound compartment without infamy and without praise.”
- “The music lacks any memorable qualities and feels like a missed opportunity to enhance the overall experience.”
- “The audio design is underwhelming, with repetitive tracks that fail to engage or elevate the gameplay.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humorous premise and engaging action, drawing comparisons to Nuclear Throne with its gameplay and charming cartoon graphics. Players appreciate the variety of weapons and power-ups that enhance the comedic experience.
- “Hilarious premise, fun action, and a good variety of weapons and power-ups.”
- “Funny little action shooter game that kind of reminds me of Nuclear Throne with its gameplay and cute cartoon graphics.”