Underplayed Gems

Atomic Butcher: Homo Metabolicus (2016)

Atomic Butcher: Homo Metabolicus cover
Developer
Das Humankapital
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A chaotic, gory, and fast-paced platformer/shooter where you tear through a post-apocalyptic wasteland with reckless abandon.

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What players say

Players praise the 360-degree aiming and fluid movement options like dash and slide, calling it challenging but rewarding. The gross-out humor with bodily functions is a standout, along with a fitting metal soundtrack. Some note bugs and glitches, and a few prefer the older free version.

Screenshots

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