The Bug Butcher

 Xbox One
The Bug Butcher Image
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews What's this?

User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 5 Ratings

Your Score
0 out of 10
Rate this:
  • 10
  • 9
  • 8
  • 7
  • 6
  • 5
  • 4
  • 3
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • Summary: The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above.
    So in a nutshell, pest control with machine guns in space.
    The core mechanics hold old ties from the classic arcade shooter Super Pang where you shoot vertically, but with modern day    The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above.
    So in a nutshell, pest control with machine guns in space.
    The core mechanics hold old ties from the classic arcade shooter Super Pang where you shoot vertically, but with modern day twists. You are Harry, a brash and tenacious exterminator who has a knack for decimating bugs.
    Harrys current assignment takes him to the infested futuristic research facility on planet Zoit. The surviving and dwindling number of scientists employed him for his slaughtering skills. Harrys mission: survive until the decontamination of the building is complete, hoard coins like his life depended on it, and protect the scientists at all costs. Watch out for the spiders as they have a particular fondness for rubber encased scientists. After landing, you will move from room to room through the facility blasting rockets, lasers, and wielding the power of lighting upwards at anything not human.    … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. ICXM
    Oct 17, 2016
    90
    The Bug Butcher might be a simple game, but it’s filled to the brim with charm and most importantly, fun and engaging gameplay.
  2. ZTGD
    Oct 31, 2016
    85
    A decently fun arcade shooter, much like Galaga or Space Invaders. It has a neat art style and plays really well. All for ten bucks too. If you’re feeling a little old school and want something that could last you around four to five hours, this is it. You’ll get your money’s worth out of it.
  3. MondoXbox
    Nov 27, 2016
    76
    The Bug Butcher sports a funny gameplay mechanic, but it lacks in variety making the play experience quickly repetitive. It's got a very good couch co-op mode, though.
  4. TrueAchievements
    Oct 20, 2016
    70
    The Bug Butcher is a fun arcade title that has the player exterminating bugs at an increasingly frenetic pace until all bugs have been destroyed. The easy-to-operate game mechanic and variety of difficulties that are available make it fun for all skill levels, but the challenging achievement list and buggy saving could squash some players' enthusiasm like...well, like a bug.

User Reviews

Write a Review
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 0 out of 3
  1. eddieyugo
    Oct 19, 2016
    9
    The best gameplay you'll ever get out of a $10 indie game these days. This game is like PANG on steroids w/ bugs. Super fun, lots of upgradesThe best gameplay you'll ever get out of a $10 indie game these days. This game is like PANG on steroids w/ bugs. Super fun, lots of upgrades and a great variety of bugs/enemies.… Expand
  2. AceoHearts
    Oct 20, 2016
    9
    If you have an issue with bugs, then Triangle Studios and Awfully Nice Studios has a new game for you. The Bug Butcher puts you in the shoesIf you have an issue with bugs, then Triangle Studios and Awfully Nice Studios has a new game for you. The Bug Butcher puts you in the shoes of a space exterminator that must clear a space station of a nasty infestation. It seems all 5 floors - 30 levels in total, have been invaded by a host of insects and it is your job to clear them out and restore order.
    You get to start out by picking between Panic or Arcade mode. Panic mode is a Timed mode that will allow you to work your way through the levels untill you either run out of time or die. If you pick Arcade Mode, you will have a bit more health and will work your way through the 30 levels of the space station. The main difference is that if you fail a level you don't have to start from the beginning, you can just retry it. You also earn stars based on your score.
    Game play in either mode is pretty straight forward. Just fire your gun straight up in the air to eradicate the bouncing bugs. You will pick up a wide variety of short use weapons and power ups along your journey to help you. In both modes you gather coins and can use them to upgrade your weapons and buys perks. In Arcade mode these upgrades are permanent - and cost a lot more - but in panic mode they only last until you die. The other difference is that you can grab a friend and play co-op Panic mode, while Arcade is solo only.
    The graphics in the game are spot on. There are over a dozen different types of insects that you get to shoot at. They are varied enough to keep you on your toes, and delight your senses. The music and the sound compliment the game play. No matter if you are playing for 10 minutes or 2 hours, you won't get bored with the soundtrack.    … Expand
  4. Siddhartha19
    Nov 22, 2016
    9
    A different type of shmup, a twist on Space Invaders type of game play. You're an exterminator killing these bugs that are jumping all aroundA different type of shmup, a twist on Space Invaders type of game play. You're an exterminator killing these bugs that are jumping all around you trying to kill you, you have others flying over you spitting poison on you, and your blasting away trying to clear 30 stages of mayhem.
    The game does start a bit slow, but I think it was because they really went for pacing, which is excellent. The game offers multiple diffulty levels, nice upgrades, and various objectives. Excellent replay value, very fun.    … Expand