Graphics: Depiction of individual bug characteristics gets high marks. Sink your teeth in it and have a gaming picnic. The overall ease of play in controlling these Battle Bugs leaves a decidedly sweet aftertaste. It's unusual and doesn't require micromanagement of every tiny aspect, a tedious chore which on occasion can and does slow down and detract from many war games. An option is provided which makes it possible for two people t o play at the same time, but only through the sharing of the mouse-not a strong point.īattle Bugs is a tasteful morsel in the genre of strategy war games. The lack of a true multi-player mode is a minor drawback but the artificial intelligence is adequate.
Most of the skirmishes require no more than twenty minutes or so to complete but still maintain a balance between strategy and action on the battlefield. A major plus in the game is the length of battles. It smells like victory," is a prime example of the irreverent but pertinent use of this tool. One of my favorites, "I love the smell of leftovers in the morning. The humorous parodies and quotes used in Battle Bugs are wonderfully thought out and bring a crumb of real-life ambiance to the game. The voices of the bugs are extremely well done and add to the overall flavor of the game. The music is unobtrusive and supports the game well. You mourn your dead comrades and celebrate hard-won victories with award ceremonies. Game play moves at a crisp pace with amusing and relative cut scenes between the battles. Standard click and point commands as you work your way around the battlefields result in smooth, exact movement of your troops. The interface in Battle Bugs is a delight to use. The naming conventions for the various scenarios are humorous and descriptive (for example, "Three Drones and a Larva," "Rosemary's Grub," or "Take the Pollen and Run") and add to the overall enjoyment of the game. The various battlefields can be a kitchen tabletop, a counter, or a floor and are delightfully loaded with obstacles like poison, traps, or pools of liquid to get stuck in.
You'll fight for every grain of leftover food and every soda drop or cross that vast Formica desert for that watermelon dessert.Įvery type of insect soldier comes complete with individual moves, advantages and disadvantages commensurate with breed, and a unique design. With 22 insect types and 56 levels, each containing a unique scenario, you have plenty of options to choose from as you build your army of swat teams and assault squadrons. You command your insect troops utilizing briefings, strategic plans, and a great deal of bravado. Battle Bugs is a highly entertaining, fantasy romp through the spoils of, well, food.
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