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Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!
Action
Adventure
Indie
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Camera Comfort
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Lock and load into the Starship Troopers universe and join the Mobile Infantry in the most realistic depiction of war ever made! Experience an original story in this action-packed, first-person retro shooter. Would you like to know more?

Developers: Auroch Digital
Publishers: Dotemu Game Source Entertainment
Release Date: Mar 16, 2026
Price (USD): $24.99
Current Players: 21

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(95%)
Nostalgia
Fun gameplay
Weapon variety
Retro aesthetics
Smooth performance
Tone and humor
Female lead
Challenge level
Short duration
Technical issues
No co-op
Voice acting
The general sentiment is largely positive, with players valuing the game's nostalgia and faithfulness to the Starship Troopers universe. Many enjoyed the gameplay and variety of weapons, finding the overall experience satisfactory despite its brevity. However, criticisms focused on the short game length and lack of multiplayer features, along with mixed reactions to live-action cutscenes and humor.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a satisfying experience for fans of the Starship Troopers universe, capturing its campiness and atmosphere.
  • Nostalgia plays a significant role, with many praising its resemblance to the 1997 film and the return of characters like Johnny Rico.
  • Gameplay is often described as fun and enjoyable, with weapon variety and engaging missions, even if they are repetitive.
  • The game runs smoothly on different platforms, including the Steam Deck, and features amusing retro aesthetics and live-action cutscenes.

    • Negative Points

  • There are frequent criticisms about the game being too short, often finished in under 5 hours.
  • Some players experienced technical issues, like glitches with certain game mechanics (e.g., C4 not equipping) or the game not loading.
  • Repeated complaints about lacking cooperative multiplayer or more extensive content, which could enhance replayability.
  • Criticism of voice acting quality and the tone of live-action cutscenes, which some found detracted from the overall experience.

    • Mixed Points

  • Some found the concept of having a female lead character refreshing and fitting with the universe, while others felt it was unnecessary.
  • The game's difficulty received mixed responses, with some praising the challenge and others finding it frustrating.
  • The game's humor and satirical tone were appreciated by many for staying true to the source material, but others found it too over-the-top or forced.

    • Common Themes

  • Players frequently mention the game's nostalgic callback to the Starship Troopers film and its faithful recreation.
  • The retro style and graphics are a common point of interest, appealing to fans of the era.
  • The importance of adding more content and game modes was a shared sentiment, advocating for an enriched long-term experience.
    • Updated 3/18/2026, 12:01:30 AM UTC
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