Bad Bots (2013)

Developer: Point Five Projects
Publisher: Digital Tribe
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 2.8 of 5, 260 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You blast through hordes of robots in a fast-paced side-scrolling shooter, exploring a derelict ship while a sci-fi mystery unfolds.

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What players say

Players are split on this 2013 platformer. Some enjoy the retro feel and bright graphics, but many others report game-breaking bugs (getting stuck in vents), unresponsive controls, and combat that feels tedious rather than exciting. Difficulty is high, and the game is often described as just okay or forgettable.

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