Battle Bugs (2020)

Developer: Epyx, Inc.
Publisher: Pixel Games UK
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted and humorous tactical strategy game where you command cartoon bugs in whimsical kitchen warfare.

lightheartedhumorousstrategicretro-stylecasualtacticalcartoon violenceeasy to learn

What players say

Players are overwhelmingly returning for nostalgia and find the game holds up well as a tactical puzzle with charming humor and detailed unit animations. Many note it requires the included manual to bypass an old copy-protection screen, and the DOSBox port introduces minor performance quirks like no scroll shortcut.

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