The Bug Butcher (2016)

by Nish
written by Nish 6 minutes read

Summary

The Bug Butcher: A Bug-splattering Good Time

The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above. 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. Harry’s current assignment takes him to an infested futuristic research facility on a distant planet. The surviving and dwindling number of scientists employed him for his slaughtering skills.

The gameplay is simple yet addictive. Harry can move left and right, jump, and shoot. He can also use a variety of weapons and power-ups to help him clear the screen of bugs. The bugs come in all shapes and sizes, from small and harmless to large and deadly. Some bugs can even shoot projectiles or lay eggs that hatch into more bugs.

As Harry progresses through the game, he will encounter increasingly difficult waves of bugs. He will also need to defeat a variety of bosses, each with their own unique attack patterns. The game features a variety of environments, from the aforementioned research facility to a jungle to a spaceship.

The Bug Butcher is a challenging but fair game. The difficulty curve is well-paced, and Harry is always given the tools he needs to succeed. The game is also very rewarding, as Harry levels up and gains new abilities.

One of the things that makes The Bug Butcher so enjoyable is its sense of humor. The game is full of witty dialogue and pop culture references. Harry is also a very charismatic character, and his quips will keep you entertained throughout the game.

The Bug Butcher is a great game for fans of shoot em ups and arcade games. It is also a great game for anyone who is looking for a challenging and rewarding experience.

Weapons and Power-Ups

Harry has a variety of weapons and power-ups at his disposal to help him clear the screen of bugs. These include:

  • Bug Buster 9000: Harry’s standard weapon, the Bug Buster 9000 is a powerful shotgun that can fire three shots at once.
  • Flamethrower: The flamethrower is a close-range weapon that can quickly dispatch large groups of bugs.
  • Rocket Launcher: The rocket launcher is a powerful explosive weapon that can be used to take down bosses.
  • Spread Shot: The spread shot is a power-up that increases the width of Harry’s shots.
  • Homing Missiles: Homing missiles are a power-up that allows Harry’s shots to track down and hit bugs.
  • Invincibility: The invincibility power-up makes Harry invulnerable to damage for a short period of time.

Enemies

The Bug Butcher features a variety of enemies, each with their own unique attack patterns. These include:

  • Bugs: The most common enemy in the game, bugs come in all shapes and sizes. Some bugs can fly, while others can crawl or jump.
  • Spiders: Spiders are larger and more powerful than bugs. They can shoot webs or lay eggs that hatch into more spiders.
  • Scorpions: Scorpions are deadly creatures that can poison Harry with their stings.
  • Wasps: Wasps are fast and agile enemies that can swarm Harry and overwhelm him.
  • Bosses: Each level of The Bug Butcher ends with a boss fight. Bosses are large and powerful enemies with their own unique attack patterns.

Environments

The Bug Butcher takes place in a variety of environments, each with its own unique challenges. These include:

  • Research Facility: The research facility is the first environment in the game. It is a large and complex facility, with many different rooms and corridors.
  • Jungle: The jungle is a lush and dangerous environment, filled with deadly plants and animals.
  • Spaceship: The spaceship is a large and labyrinthine environment, with many different levels and compartments.

Conclusion

The Bug Butcher is a challenging but rewarding shoot em up game with a great sense of humor. It is a great game for fans of the genre, and it is also a great game for anyone who is looking for a challenging and rewarding experience.

Review Score

8.5/10

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Nish is a software engineer by day and avid gamer who loves to play video games after he puts his two boys to bed. His insights delve into the mechanics, and storytelling of the games he plays with the aim to share his passion with the audience. He loves to travel back to his native India and travel the country on his restored Royal Enfield Bullet 350, a relic from a simpler time, like some of the games he plays.

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