TREADNAUTS
- September 6, 2017
- topstitch
"Treadnauts" is a local and online multiplayer tank fighting game for 2-4 players, offering competitive play with physics-based mechanics and a variety of arenas with unique mechanics. The game includes single-player modes, with AI tanks and a target test mode, as well as numerous power-ups, player progression, and customizable modifiers. The game features laser guns, grappling hooks, homing shells, and more, with a dynamic soundtrack and arenas that change every time you play.
Reviews
- Fun and chaotic gameplay that is accessible to players of all ages, making it a great party game.
- Polished mechanics with a high skill ceiling, allowing for dynamic movement and engaging competition.
- Beautiful art style and enjoyable sound design, creating an overall charming experience.
- Limited online community makes it difficult to find matches, often requiring players to gather friends for multiplayer.
- Lack of single-player content and repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom when playing alone.
- Controls can be awkward and take time to master, which may frustrate some players.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its chaotic yet polished mechanics, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages. With a variety of movement mechanics and multiple maps, it offers a dynamic and engaging experience, though some players note a lack of depth in single-player content and potential repetitiveness. Overall, it is considered fun, visually appealing, and well-suited for multiplayer sessions.
“The chaotic gameplay evens out the playing field, making it accessible to all ages.”
“Very polished and well-tuned gameplay.”
“Honestly, I think the gameplay here is awesome - it is both unique and dynamic.”
“There is some insignificant progression just by playing PvP; you can unlock gameplay mutators and a few other trinkets, but Treadnauts is not designed to keep you playing and coming back for more.”
“It's a really beautiful game, the graphics are very smooth, and the controls feel very smooth to play with, and it has some decent gameplay, but there isn't much to it.”
“If you don't mind repetitive gameplay, and possibly long queue times, then get it for yourself too.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are consistently polished and feature a captivating art style that combines charming cartoonish visuals with smooth animations. Players appreciate the personalized character designs and the overall aesthetic, which contributes to a pleasurable gaming experience enhanced by a great soundtrack.
“The whole game has a consistent polished art style.”
“Not to mention a very captivating aesthetic and different characters that have personalized tanks.”
“The art style is unforgettable; it's suave and leaves a smile on your face.”
“The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
“The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a much older game.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as a source of great enjoyment, particularly when playing with friends, leading to hilarious moments and playful banter. Players appreciate the comedic elements stemming from the game's physics system and level modifications, which contribute to a fun and entertaining experience. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke laughter and create memorable moments among friends.
“Funny with friends.”
“The physics system is great, and I found myself belly laughing at my own misfortune.”
“With beautiful backdrops, smooth-as-butter controls, and in-game level modifications ranging from terrifying to hilarious, this game is worth the money for an amazing time with your friends.”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its smooth jazz elements, catchy melodies, and overall beautiful aesthetic, making it a memorable part of the experience. Players appreciate the great soundtrack and the added enjoyment of online play, enhancing the overall pleasure of the game.
“Jazz never felt so smooth; the music is dope and sticks in your head like a child's favorite cartoon theme song.”
“A joy to play, the music and art are beautiful as well.”
“Has online support, a great soundtrack, and an overall pleasurable aesthetic.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users note that while the option to play with bots exists, the lack of diverse game modes limits the overall replayability of the game.
“There are no game modes that support replay value, even when playing with bots.”
“The lack of diverse game modes really limits the replayability of the game.”
“Once you've completed the main content, there's little incentive to play again.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a high skill ceiling that fosters a competitive environment, encouraging players to continually improve and engage in intense gameplay.
“The game has a high skill ceiling that creates a competitive atmosphere.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is noted to be better optimized compared to Fallout, suggesting improved performance and efficiency in its design.
“It's more optimized than Fallout.”