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this update did fix lots of issues and i can really appreciate the work done but guys i've encountered new issues xd. I've noticed also the issue with the scene sequences, i remember some scenes were placed wrong and some others won't show up. In CHAOS the robot behind after you spawn it's marked as an enemy (well that's not a problem as it doesn't affect the main objective). Horde Mode++ is balanced only by removing half of the enemies? That could work but it's a stupid move because the big robots are OP and they have thousands of HP. They are un-killable. Also a big problem is also the Setup. The shortcut is not working so i'll have to open the folder! Patch this up.

Your main fixes for the next patch must be:

• scene sequences

• Horde mode++ balance 

• Setup fix

good luck on the next one

EX-DRONES is finally a complete package with a lot more to offer than the previous "full game" release. First things first, the Menu. The main menu specifically is great and gives those "neon" elements and vibes (just like they said it would). I am laughing to the point where i have to make an account to play but that's how it is, an exdrones acc why not? The ui is severely changed and got tons of tweaks. I haven't found any issues with the main menu, as i am really enjoying the whole thing.

Gameplay 

The gameplay remains the same, typical shoot-em-up. Drones, Turrets, Soldiers.....new enemies?!??! They made new robots and their guns and lasers are good but don't deal any amount of damage although there are specific types of robots that killed me with couple hits. The new weapons are fun and the asteroid blaster is OP as hell! I would love to see the projectile's speed increase though. I really like the heal bot, he helped me during my playthrough in the forest xD. The new wands are fun and deal a great amount of damage :D. The final boss literally i sweat my pants, it is difficult if you don't know which weapons to use and in my case, i didn't know. That's one reason it took me a bit more days to post a review. Unbalanced difficulty but if you know the tactics, its rewarding.

Maps

The maps here, are very huge and somewhat interesting, there's some places to explore and find some easter eggs, and there are Secrets hid inside the maps with a portrait of ex-guy and couple of weapons. It's a fun little thingy to keep the player engaged, but sometimes the maps felt empty. Overall great ambience.

Story

The story of EX-DRONES is somewhat a great prototype execution. I believe if there were more things implemented the story would be huge. Mr.Johnathan is a great antagonist and he's silly. The humor is totally expired milk, the dialogue is written just like a school project and it's laughable. Honestly, i pretty much enjoyed it and had couple of chuckles. In the end i assume there was kind of a plot twist. Don't take anything seriously just shoot things, that's EX-DRONES. 

Gamemodes

I'm gonna be quick with this one. Arena has more waves and more enemies. Burn 'em Up is dead, Sandbox got some new tweaks and a shooting range, Parkour is not fun at all (i never made it to the end), Horde Mode is a great challenge for us, and now Horde mode++. I read the devlog about the problems with the horde mode++ and i wanted to check by myself which was an instant regret xD. The issues mentioned in the devlog were real but there's another thing maybe the devs don't realize. The mode is unbalanced. It is not possible to eliminate 400+ drones and every type of enemy within 5 minutes, let me mention that their hp is increased. PLEASE FIX THIS.

PORTAL

Portal seems to be an actual new game, with a new main menu and soundtrack but also UI. The ui and the way you change menus in Portal is pretty good, kinda reminds me of other games. Portal brings lore which i read and all i can say it's not a school project. The lore is actually pretty good and each character has their own personalities. I haven't played chaos yet, i'm waiting for a patch.

Optimization/Graphics

The graphics are pretty much okay. I've encountered bunch of frame drops in the forest which is probably caused from the hundreds of trees there.

EVILLE DLC

Exville is the horror dlc in the game. I had couple jumps, i wasn't prepared for some jumpscares but then again i got used to it. There's no really something crazy about this ,but zombie soldiers and drones are pretty much a thing. In exville you also play as the new operator Stewart i think. Multiple endings, also the nightvision goggles are very useful.

JAILBREAK 2

They made it! A sequel to jailbreak, this one has mutliple endings too, in this one you play as Kyle and there's no voice acting pretty much (someone please volunteer for Kyle voice acting). The fart easter egg made me jump more than Exville did honestly. JB2 was also okay. Overall the both of the dlc's were okay, nothing too much special, but i enjoyed them.

EX-DRONES is a great game and i recommend it to people who are very into shoot-em-up FPS type of games. The amount of content NEXT-GEN brought is bunch and im very happy of how the game turned out to be :) i give it 5/5 stars,  and score 8.3/10. The weakspots were the maps and the dlc campaigns (some parts).

Holy moly, it's finally here! Been waiting for this "update" for a long time. It was kind of a sudden move to do as the discord server is completely inactive, i havent heard any news from you for a huge amount of time. I was glad when i first heard about your comeback to the game as some of us appreciated your effort you got into next-gen, as the early access (then called 'full game') was a disappointment as it had no content neither any fun elements. As i can see here, the EX-Edition got more reasonable price as you get bunch more cool stuff. That's valid as of the older EX-Edition, nothing was added rather than some stickers on the guns which were useless, and a bunch of older versions. I'm really happy EX-DRONES is back and i can't wait to try this game again (currently installing). The game size is big enough xD. I'll change my review and feedback as i left it with 1 star (after i finish my walkthrough). I'm also surprised that EX-DRONES has operators and i'm even more hooked into the lore of the game, it's an interesting part and that's what makes games perfect. Also, noting the issues is a clever move and i'll be waiting for a patch. Noneless, i'll leave my comment on any issues. 

Thank you guys :)

i wasnt ready for that one. Fun short shooter

There are no questions asked. Radio active is the album that is revolutionary towards the 90s radio. With the previous albums, Technology (good album) and 822 (mid) concepts being the tech, this one's goes straight up for the radio. Great concept, good performance. Favorite track: Had.

A great comeback for the 2023 and 822 9.1/10

xD

After 1 year, im back here to review the game since it got the Christmas Update. The game has evolved really much. Everything has been fixed (at least for my view), i haven't encountered any issues. Lovable, enjoyable cookie game. Playing it late at night these christmas days with this sweet ost playing on the background. It seems like it's a basic cookie clicking game, and no it's not. It might not be a big title but the game is a success to me and to the devs. It's not a coincidence, the game is enjoyable, relaxing, and a classic. The GOTTY Edition..my god. GOTTY Edition brings you exclusively 5 new Customizable Cookies, better/more gameplay, remixed ost, Effects and visuals and bloody more content. GOTTY EDITION IS FREE, for those who buy the game now, they will receive it with the original version, but if you already own it, just reinstall it. More details on the devlog about it.

I've checked the mobile versions too, as a first player on this game i firstly tried the mobile version (original)..it was messed up and buggy and everything, after some patches it was slightly being fixed but now with the christmas update it's completely new experience, the GOTTY Edition is also on mobile..kinda unstable tho, and im gonna talk about it now. The mobile version for gotty is a little unoptimized, fps frame drops i would say. Overall it's good. You'll need a nasa phone though.

Definitely i recommend this game by TSHS and Cookie Studios, it's basically a successful title from them, so why not? Try it. I'll keep coming back from time to time to check for any news.

I love this album, and love the EDM.

Absolutely Stunning

that's what we wanted. The menu seems legit good but i still have negative thoughts even tho as you said it's smooth. I hope you'll prove me wrong.. as much time as it takes. Also it's good to know that more people got envolved into the project. I pray for some huge project. Also you should take ideas from games like Battlefield 2042 ( but not the bug part xD) it would be fun to see EX-DRONES getting evolved like that.. a futuristic scifi shooting chaotic as you say, game. I pretty much like indie devs like you, seeing you evolving like that and EX-DRONES NEXT-GEN is a thing damn.  Somehow i have mixed feelings too, you've disappointed us, you've made a proud, this chart still goes like that and i dunno if its good or bad either. Just keep up the work, don't give up cuz when you give up you lose and EX-Drones will be a flop.
Happy Holidays to TSHS and Cookie Studios from me. Take a rest, work on the project, don't rush it, add lots of dlcs, gamemodes, campaigns, and action. Make EX-DRONES a game you will be proud of its title. Us? Us, will enjoy it and be proud too for you and the game. 

Thank you

Very good and decent update, fun to mess around great work

as a mobile player, this was helpful actually, thanks!

I hear you,  take your time and your skills together, dont ruin this up please

Just in time guys, the game was dead once again but its really positive to hear from you that you're gonna work on it again and let's hope this time its gonna worth and it's gonna be the EX-Drones we never got!

I'll wait and support as much as i can

Average Album

good work on the debut! Its really good

great album

ULTIMATE VIBE, cant wait to see more

ULTIMATE VIBE

vibe epileptic and dark themed version. Not my favorite album or the best (my opinion, no negative thoughts)

vibe but debut album

real vibeeee

i love how you changed the fov in arena

The game lacks content, there are 3 gamemodes and that's it. After couple days they added a new campaign Jailbreak, the campaign was okay but it gets repetitive really fast and there's nothing to do basically. The menu is unoptimized and sometimes buggy to me at least. 2/5.

best games from these devs, dont care about EX-Drones much. these are golds in a single discounted pack get them now!

Cant wait :P

So i played the mobile version and heres my thoughts, the game is really nice and its a clicker game as the devs say its a normal clicking game and good kind of concept but you'll find way more cookie clicking games because its unity's commons. I spend a lot of time clicking cookies and i managed to get into 900 cookies !! i saved my progress and the saving system works fine! which is really impressive! I'll still spend time to get into 1k cookies! i've also encountered some bugs where its hard to collect some cookies but thats the game, there are traps, upgrades which are interesting because theyre actually helping you to get more cookies and even sell them! The soundtrack is chilling, just like the devs said its anti-stressful and i would also add a anti anxious :)

its totally deserve the shot:)))

RIP :(

you guys are here?

you here?

RUN!!!!!