Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon

1. Elysiume

   Jul 14, 2012

   10

   An over the top, incredibly satisfying shooter. It's not very complex or deep, but it certainly delivers on enjoyment. The armors provide aAn over the top, incredibly satisfying shooter. It's not very complex or deep, but it certainly delivers on enjoyment. The armors provide a nice array of choices for players who want to be nimble or powerful, and they're balanced well enough for a PvE game. The weapon system is done well, with incentive to replay levels to unlock new gear. The story is nothing spectacular, but that doesn't hold back the gameplay at all. Overall a great shooter well worth the cost--and I've bought it on two systems.… Expand

   • 4 of 7 users found this helpful
2. murtle52

   Jul 5, 2012

   10

   Like watching an old fashioned monster movie.
   Great graphics , good engine and lots of colour.
   One of the best co-op games I've playedLike watching an old fashioned monster movie.
   Great graphics , good engine and lots of colour.
   One of the best co-op games I've played yet.....just pure silly shoot em up fun!… Expand

   • 2 of 5 users found this helpful
4. Statictrip83

   Dec 15, 2011

   9

   I am pleasantly surprised by this game so far (5 hours of play). The missions are pretty basic: Go here, destroy that, have a stand off withI am pleasantly surprised by this game so far (5 hours of play). The missions are pretty basic: Go here, destroy that, have a stand off with swarms of giant bugs and alien robots, ect. Nothing complicated. You pick (or unlock) one of 4 slightly diversified classes. Trooper, Tactical, Jet, and the big nut buster brute. Each, of course, has it's pros and cons. Next, you have 2 weapon slots to fill with about 6 classes of weapons, everything from SMG's and shotguns, to rocket launchers and sniper rifles. As you progress, you can unlock/buy/pick up new weapons for each class. The Tactical class gets to choose a third slot for turrets, mines, ect. Now, onto the fight! You have unlimited ammo....and for good reason. The bugs and alien robots don't stop coming. Swarms. Massive waves of pincers, mandibles, webs, acid, and plasma. You do, however, have to reload. It works almost like Gears of War, except when you hit the bonus section on the reload bar, the only bonus you get is a faster reload. That's good enough for me, because just a few more seconds of not squeezing that trigger could mean being overrun. Now, the baddies (well, not the ticks) can knock cars and such at you (much like the tank in L4D), but because the entire environment is destructible, and if you're quick, you can blow that Honda right out of the sky...or step aside. Buildings, including the skyscrapers, will come crashing down with the right amount of explosive firepower. Benefit? A clear line of grenade launcher fire at the next mass of ants. In addition to a deadly arsenal of bug busting guns, you may come upon a mech, tank, or turret every now and then. The tank even has two gunning positions for your buddies. Good stuff. I can't say it's hard to die (or at least lose the mission on Normal) because in the wake of insect guts left behind by your frantic firing, there might be health pickups. If you run out of health, a buddy has to defib you (which the trooper does fastest). Teamwork is key in this game, but not entirely required (such as L4D). It's hard to set a demo charge on an anthill when nobody is blasting the ants off your back.
   Bosses, or just 'the big guys', are rough. You have quite the variety, and in most cases, more than one to fight at once. Some can be hit anywhere, some have sweet spots, some have sweet spots that you have to wait for an opportunity to hit. All will try to make your life hell. Whether they shoot directly at you, or constantly drop lesser baddies to overwhelm you, they all have one thing in common: Squish the humans. Many of these big guys are HUGE! (think Painkiller) For instance, the sweet spot opens, you fire your missile, and you watch the rocket......and watch....and hope the spot doesn't close before your rocket gets WAAAY up there. Timing makes a big difference. Oh, and it sounds like they took audio from Cloverfield or something for the really big bosses...that low pitched groan or "wtf?! You shot me! That HURT!!' scream every now and then really adds to the anxiety of getting out of the way.
   My only real issues with EDF is that the dialog gets too repetitive. You know, the dialog that happens randomly just so it's not dead silence between fights? The rest of the dialog, like from OPS, or Intelligence is clean, slightly humorous, and kinda pokes fun at mission based games with commo links between operative and intelligence. I bought this on special for $15. It was worth it to me (I'm not very picky anyway). Regular price, I believe, is around $20. The trailer gives you a good idea of the action, but I would suggest trying this game out first before you drop $20 on it. I think this is one of those games where you either love or hate it. I love it, but I can see a lot of negative reviews coming from those that nit-pick about everything, hate themselves, and are never happy with anything unless it is perfect in every way and free. Enjoy :)… Expand

   • 2 of 6 users found this helpful
5. JohnR

   Jan 31, 2012

   8

   This is a fun, inoffensive, action shooter. The enemy are giant insects, there is no swearing, no blood and gore, and the bodies of downedThis is a fun, inoffensive, action shooter. The enemy are giant insects, there is no swearing, no blood and gore, and the bodies of downed insects just disappear. The graphics are a bit dated, the sound is OK, killing millions of giant bugs feels a bit repetitive, and the story is cheesy, but that's alright for a family game. Dads will enjoy playing on-line coop with their kids minus any inappropriate content.… Expand

   • 2 of 6 users found this helpful
6. paranoidcritic

   Mar 17, 2013

   7

   I can't give it any higher than 7, It is fun but lacks the level difference from the original. The story is crap. The fact that there are 4I can't give it any higher than 7, It is fun but lacks the level difference from the original. The story is crap. The fact that there are 4 classes and many weapons is a HUGE improvement. The frantic fighting is awesome. This is a friend game though, so don't play without friends… Expand

   • 0 of 1 users found this helpful
7. Dethstar

   Feb 20, 2012

   6

   I want to be charitable as this is an indie game and it isnt terrible and it didnt have any of the huge bugs many releases do these days. ButI want to be charitable as this is an indie game and it isnt terrible and it didnt have any of the huge bugs many releases do these days. But personally, I found it extremely boring.… Expand

   • 0 of 6 users found this helpful
8. whitespider999

   Mar 12, 2012

   2

   Earth Defense Force Insect Armageddon has very little to recommend. It's kind of like dynasty warriors without the strategy, or serious samEarth Defense Force Insect Armageddon has very little to recommend. It's kind of like dynasty warriors without the strategy, or serious sam without the personality and level design. The pc version also has a 30fps cap. I played this game for as long as my sanity (And eyes at 30fps) could endure. Which was about 45 minutes. Out of all the games I have reviewed so far - this has been played for the shortest length. I understand this game is not being sold at a full retail price. However I find it hard recommending this game to anyone at any price. Even children deserve more credit than this.… Expand

   • 2 of 8 users found this helpful

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