Underplayed Gems

Termite (2018)

Termite cover
Developer
Milan Toth
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.5 of 5, 27 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 30 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

It feels like directing a chaotic, psychedelic ant colony army at breakneck speed, with frantic particle effects and a surreal minimal aesthetic.

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What players say

Players describe Termite as a simple, minimalist RTS that is fun for a short time but becomes repetitive. It has no sound and very basic graphics. Several report crashes, especially on level 18 or on Linux, and a paywall that locks levels 23+ behind a donation, which frustrates those who already paid.

Screenshots

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