Band of Bugs

 Xbox 360
  • Publisher: NinjaBee
  • Release Date: Jun 20, 2007
  • Also On: PC
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6.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 14 Ratings

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  • Summary: [Xbox Live Arcade] Maal is an unhappy bug who needs structure and a purpose in his life, so he joins the royal army under the tutelage of the battle-hardened mantis warrior Tiernan. Now, he must begin his quest to save the Queen and the kingdom. NinjaBee's Band of Bugs puts you in Maal's[Xbox Live Arcade] Maal is an unhappy bug who needs structure and a purpose in his life, so he joins the royal army under the tutelage of the battle-hardened mantis warrior Tiernan. Now, he must begin his quest to save the Queen and the kingdom. NinjaBee's Band of Bugs puts you in Maal's shoes ... er, footpads, and sets you in the middle of a fast-playing, accessible, tactical strategy game designed specifically for Xbox LIVE Arcade. This turn-based tactics game expands the genre by providing a unique Level Editor, allowing gamers to create levels and play them online with friends. One of the few turn-based tactics games available, Band of Bugs provides gameplay deep enough to be satisfying to established fans of the genre, but friendly enough to appeal to all types of casual gamers. The game includes a story-based campaign and stand-alone missions as well as several unique multiplayer modes: Elimination, Escape, and Capture. The game has fifty levels, but also features a Level Editor allowing you to design custom scenarios and play them solo or over Xbox LIVE with your friends. [Microsoft]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Console Monster
    81
    Overall, anyone who enjoys turn-based strategy games should definitely give BoB a go, as for 800 MS points, you really get a lot of gameplay for your money.
  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    80
    Refreshingly unique. [July 2007, p.104]
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  3. Official Xbox Magazine
    80
    These standalone levels may not compare to a proper game of chess, but they have the same sort of vibe, and that makes Band of Bugs challenging and addictive enough in its own right. [May 2007, p.80]
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  4. Game Almighty
    68
    Quite entertaining. It’s not going to be enough to draw in new fans to this type of gameplay. Let’s face it – this is a love it or hate it genre.
  5. Gamers' Temple
    66
    Band of Bugs is not a bad game in and of itself, but its appeal is limited by its simplicity.
  6. Talk Xbox
    65
    If you love turn-based strategy-styled games, then by all means, download Band of Bugs. But, for the casual gamer, I recommend to stay away. There’s not enough enjoyment to warrant the time and/or Microsoft Points.
  7. X-ONE Magazine UK
    60
    As far as strategy goes, it's pretty simplistic stuff. [Issue#23, p.98]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 2 out of 4
  1. MikeN.
    Jun 21, 2007
    9
    Some games make you mad because they are addictive, but this game is addictive for a VERY good reason - it's fun. Really fun. Quick Some games make you mad because they are addictive, but this game is addictive for a VERY good reason - it's fun. Really fun. Quick paced, strategic, witty, pretty, and inexpensive. What more could you ask for?… Expand
  2. storygamer
    Mar 16, 2022
    7
    Band Of Bugs is a very simplistic turn-based strategy game. While the art style is kind of awkward, the gameplay gets addictive pretty fast,Band Of Bugs is a very simplistic turn-based strategy game. While the art style is kind of awkward, the gameplay gets addictive pretty fast, after you learned all the mechanics. A matter of taste, but not bad at all!… Expand
  4. Stan_Osbourne
    Mar 29, 2022
    3
    To be honest, I wanted to start playing turn-based tactics, and I decided to start with this game, but it is very primitive and carelesslyTo be honest, I wanted to start playing turn-based tactics, and I decided to start with this game, but it is very primitive and carelessly made. Given that this is the most niche genre, you need to make it beautiful, or at least interesting, but what's there? Terrible visual component, very boring gameplay, and a dull plot. If you start playing tactics, then obviously not from this game. Glory to Ukraine!… Expand
  5. MattRocks
    Feb 27, 2022
    3
    I found band of bugs in the games with gold for February 2022, and it would be good if i liked strategy games like this, but i don't.

Awards & Rankings

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#96 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007