: Collected currency is spent between levels to permanently upgrade character health, speed, and weapon effectiveness.
: The game is noted for excellent performance with minimal loading times, even on mid-range hardware and Steam Deck/Linux. The Bug Butcher
: Features a 30-level campaign with boss fights and an "Endless Mode" (Merciless) for long-term replayability. : Collected currency is spent between levels to
: A crucial movement tool for dodging projectiles and high-speed threats since the character cannot jump. 2. Power-Ups & Upgrades : A crucial movement tool for dodging projectiles
: Frequent drops include laser cannons, gatling guns, and missiles for temporary firepower boosts.
: Success depends on maintaining high combo multipliers and choosing the right power-ups for the wave. 3. Performance & Content
: Targets range from simple bouncing balls to "splitting" enemies and ceiling-crawling spiders that can snatch scientists if not neutralized quickly.