Infested Planet

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 49 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 49
  3. Negative: 4 out of 49

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  1. TastyKakes
    Jul 8, 2013
    9
    I must start off by saying that this game is currently in BETA and is thus not the completed project, keep that in mind. Infested Planet is considered an RTS but it is so much more than just a label, Infested Planet not only keeps your attention but constantly causes you to rethink what you thought you knew. For example the aliens are continuously mutating and adapting to your efforts toI must start off by saying that this game is currently in BETA and is thus not the completed project, keep that in mind. Infested Planet is considered an RTS but it is so much more than just a label, Infested Planet not only keeps your attention but constantly causes you to rethink what you thought you knew. For example the aliens are continuously mutating and adapting to your efforts to overcome them. This game will have you pausing it over and over just so you can take a look at the big picture, the overarching strategy so to say. Should I send my men there or would they be better served elsewhere? Do i need another medic or flamer? Micro-management is key and in the later levels you will be forced to hone those skills.
    Once again I say that this game is in BETA but has so much room to grow and is already a good game.Time will tell if it will become a great one, I have hope in the game and the developers of it, that they will do their utmost to create the game that they dream of.    … Expand
  2. Jasko
    Jun 29, 2014
    10
    This is a pretty awesome little realtime strategy game. The capture-and-hold elements along with various upgrades have kept it interesting while the constantly-overwhelming-feeling gameplay has stayed entertaining. 15hrs in and one level left to go. It has gotten pretty challenging, but not unfairly so (with upgrades and money flowing in regularly from side missions). I bought this whileThis is a pretty awesome little realtime strategy game. The capture-and-hold elements along with various upgrades have kept it interesting while the constantly-overwhelming-feeling gameplay has stayed entertaining. 15hrs in and one level left to go. It has gotten pretty challenging, but not unfairly so (with upgrades and money flowing in regularly from side missions). I bought this while it was on sale on steam and it is my most played game from the steam summer sale so far.… Expand
  3. darkmaterial
    Mar 15, 2014
    9
    Fun new take on tower defense. baddies spawn from set places but upgrade abilities as each level progresses. Although it has rts mechanism, because your defense and the baddies are often in equilibrium states, it often has more of a turn-based feel as you make particular 'moves' to change from one equilibrium position to another.

    simple but clean graphics. great random reply levels.    Fun new take on tower defense. baddies spawn from set places but upgrade abilities as each level progresses. Although it has rts mechanism, because your defense and the baddies are often in equilibrium states, it often has more of a turn-based feel as you make particular 'moves' to change from one equilibrium position to another.

    simple but clean graphics. great random reply levels. progression of available troops and defenses.    … Expand
  4. Akraw
    Mar 9, 2014
    9
    Bought the full release game on the steam sale for 20% off, and after 10 hours, I must say it's worth every penny. It's a fantastic alien zerg shooter with a variety of strategic troop upgrades and buildings which you must carefully select each mission to attempt victory. The game offers lots of challenges and an in-game shop where you spend your mercenary money on new upgrades andBought the full release game on the steam sale for 20% off, and after 10 hours, I must say it's worth every penny. It's a fantastic alien zerg shooter with a variety of strategic troop upgrades and buildings which you must carefully select each mission to attempt victory. The game offers lots of challenges and an in-game shop where you spend your mercenary money on new upgrades and one-time-use buffs. For anyone that enjoys a simple yet complex RTS involving the deaths of hundreds of thousands of aliens, pick this one up!… Expand
  5. Jounk33
    Nov 28, 2013
    8
    This is an early access review.
    Really unusual RTS that actually no modern graphics and other bells and whistles needed.
    Pro: - Exciting, is not boring even after many hours - Allows you to very individual style of play - Randomly generated maps and campaign maps - Randomly generated opponents tactics - Acceptable Atmosphere - Rewarding System Cons: - Price should be around 10    This is an early access review.
    Really unusual RTS that actually no modern graphics and other bells and whistles needed.
    Pro:
    - Exciting, is not boring even after many hours
    - Allows you to very individual style of play
    - Randomly generated maps and campaign maps
    - Randomly generated opponents tactics
    - Acceptable Atmosphere
    - Rewarding System

    Cons:
    - Price should be around 10 but cost around 15
    - Sound and voice output, very monotonous
    - Research, confusing
    - Mission selection, cluttered, ugly

    All in all, I like it. A successful implementation of a good idea. Highly recommended for RTS fans, but TBS Lover and graphics fanatics stay away.    … Expand
  6. dominosfleet
    Feb 12, 2014
    9
    Infested Planet is a RTS/Tower Defense game that takes a more aggressive approach to game play. The game starts you off with 4 marines, though the graphics are a little weak and so realizing they are people might be a challenge. The goal is to go from alien base to base, disabling them and capturing the point so you can move on to the next while defending the previous. If you've everInfested Planet is a RTS/Tower Defense game that takes a more aggressive approach to game play. The game starts you off with 4 marines, though the graphics are a little weak and so realizing they are people might be a challenge. The goal is to go from alien base to base, disabling them and capturing the point so you can move on to the next while defending the previous. If you've ever played the Special Forces mods for Starcraft and Starcraft 2 then you've played something very similar to this. The game seems to have quite a bit to offer in upgrades and expand-ability. While I'm only a couple hours in I've enjoyed what I've played so far and look forward to losing myself in once again soon.… Expand
  7. quorum
    Apr 29, 2015
    9
    Realtime strategy/Tower defense mix at its best. The campaign is very absolutely terrific and some missions are very very hard to handle. Absolutely worth its money if you can live with simple concepts and simple graphics.
  8. ChosenUndead99
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    A great strategy game that has you fighting thousands of aliens per level. Take hive after hive that becomes a much harder task as time goes on as aliens mutate and can become much stronger!

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Eurogamer Italy
    May 7, 2014
    70
    Aliens and soldiers meet again in Infested Planet, making for a various and good enough game to make you come for more, but not enough to leave a mark.
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  2. Games.cz
    Apr 18, 2014
    80
    A refreshing, frantic, difficult but above all incredibly entertaining game. Such is Infested Planet, a 2D shooter with strategic elements. If you take pleasure in aliens bloodbaths, do not hesitate and get it.
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Apr 10, 2014
    70
    Infested Planet is Crimsonland of the RTS genre, where you shoot aliens by thousands just because it’s fun or you want to take the top spot in the leaderboards. If you prefer your RTS in the more traditional sense, this game is definitely not your cup of tea.
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