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Genome Guardian: Prologue is the first 20 waves of the full game's first mode & difficulty. This is a roguelite shooter where you defend yourself from microscopic aliens using various upgrades & builds. Combine & create 70 bioweapons, and try 7 turrets & 10 perks from the base game!

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krana

30 Apr @ 5:49pm

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Update 3.2.1

23 Jun

CHANGES:

Hovering over a shop item currently highlights slots that it can fit into with a green outline - now that outline will be red if a weapon mod is selected and its colour doesn't match any of the weapon's DNA letters.
Also, instead of outlining every slot, only the one slot that it would actually go into for each mount will be outlined.
The "MOD WILL DO NOTHING" warning will be more attention-grabbing (and say something different) if you try to add an incompatible mod to a weapon that can't gain any more DNA letters (in other words, you can't add a DNA letter to make the mod compatible later on).

FIXES:

Things that increase Damage dealt to shots fired at 0% Heat now work properly.
The heal button in SHOP would sometimes be enabled even when at full Health.

Genome Guardian: Prologue

Update 3.0.4

13 Jun

NOTE: If starting the game just showed a blank menu background with nothing on it, that is now FIXED!

Here's a big heap of changes - namely, balancing for a handful of weapons, improvements to Sticky, and a whole lot of bug fixes.

BALANCE:

Hitscan weapons could use a little help - they all have x0.75 Damage applied to them because they have Pierce, but Pierce is significantly more effective on wider shots, so this damage reduction will be reduced somewhat for thin Hitscan shots, and increased for wide projectiles with Pierce (including the non-Hitscan ones). Additionally, a property of "CCC" is now +12.5% Range, and "CCCC" has +25% Range. 100% Range represents the edge of the visible area, but this means that you can apply Range reductions to these weapons with less consequence now.

(weapon) CCC Laser: Damage 50 → 54, Range 113% → 125%.
(weapon) CCCC Ion Laser: Damage 80 → 87, Range 125% → 150%.
(weapon) ACCC Laser Repeater: Damage 28 → 30, Range 113% → 125%.
(weapon) CCCG Laser Shotgun: Damage 14 → 15, Range 113% → 125%.
(weapon) CCCT Tracking Laser: Damage 50 → 46, Range 113% → 125%.
(weapon) ACCG Broadbeam: Damage 2.9 → 2.7.
(weapon) AACC Hyperbeam: Damage 1.4 → 1.5.
(weapon) Flamethrower: Damage 5.6 → 5.2.
(weapon) Frostthrower: Damage 6.3 → 5.8.
(weapon) Plasmathrower: Damage 7.1 → 6.5.
(weapon) ACC Beam: Damage 2.1 → 2.3.

The weapon below has roughly x5 Range instead of Sticky - the x5 was because Sticky normally lasts 5s so I figured this would be "fair", but it turned ACTT into WAY too much of a monster in some scenarios. I'll let it have x2.5 Range though, which will still be pretty amazing, trust me.

(weapon) ACTT Anti-Air Torpedo: Range 400% → 219%

And here's some enemy balancing:

(enemy) CTT Barreola: Firerate +33%, Offspring Health +100%.
(enemy) CTTT Astereola: Firerate +33%, Offspring Health +100%.
(enemy) CCTT Craystructor: Offspring Health +200%.
(enemy) CGTT Freightslimer: Offspring Speed +100%, Offspring Health +100%.

CHANGES:

The Sticky mod is now applied to the "childmost" projectile (for example, Sticky on CGGT Splitter Spitter now applies Sticky to the smallest projectiles instead of the ones that are fired directly from the barrel). This will make Sticky behave more like how you'd expect, and will make it more useful for a number of weapons.
You now see a count of how many times you've used each turret & the highest wave you've achieved with it on the TURRETS menu (NOTE: I've only just started tracking highest wave per turret as of this update).
Hovering over perk icons during gameplay shows their name.
Damage numbers are now slightly, randomly offset so that it's easier to tell how many damage numbers are appearing (it would often look like only one appeared when it could be like, 10 overlayed on top of each other).
Collision detection occurs slightly more frequently more (extra for Maw) - there will be fewer cases of, for example, a microbe being so fast that it moves through you.
Microbe & projectile movement is slightly smoother (you probably won't notice, but they were essentially capped to moving 50 times per second, but now they can move 60 times per second, which is once per frame since the game is locked to 60 FPS).

FIXES:

Weird things used to occur if you locked a free item, then picked a different free item to equip.
Size changes to AGTT weren't abiding by the rule that Size modifiers on explosions and areas affect them half as much.
(weapon) AAGT Heatseeker Swarm: I… regret to inform you… that the DPS was actually twice what it should have been (it was just being calculated wrong). Look: It's still a really great weapon, now it's just actually balanced.
Some projectiles were fading out sooner than they actually dissappeared (namely Flak projectiles).
(weapon) CCGT: The split projectiles themselves now also deal damage, not just the explosions they produce (without this change, it looks like a bug that they aren't dealing damage when the split projectile hits a microbe).
When you have the "insane" mutation, microbes no longer leave the visible area once they enter it.

Genome Guardian: Prologue

bug report

ver 1.0.4 * shop When I had 10 money, I could not purchase HP recovery which requires 10. I am not sure if this is related to the problem, but it occurred when I tried to recover HP after purchasing other items. The HP was reduced by more than 4. Maybe zero remaining money is bad.... (Automatic translation)...

yanuxu

29 Apr @ 2:41pm

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Recommended

2.6 hrs on record

Posted: 20 June

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Genome Guardian Review

Micro Battles

So, imagine diving into a microscopic alien world where you defend yourself against hostile aliens with a genetically-themed arsenal. Sounds wild, right? That's Genome Guardian for you! This top-down roguelite turret shooter brings a unique twist to the genre, offering a rich blend of strategy, fast-paced action, and a splash of science. Let’s break down what makes this game a standout.

About This Game

Storyline

Okay, so the storyline in Genome Guardian isn't going to win any literary awards, but it sets the stage perfectly. You’re basically a turret defending against waves of alien microbes. These aren't your garden-variety germs; they come in all shapes, sizes, and terrifying bioluminescent designs. While the story takes a backseat to gameplay, the microscopic alien world is vibrant and teeming with life, making you feel like you're in a bizarre, hostile petri dish.

Gameplay Mechanics

Now, this is where Genome Guardian shines. The game is a roguelite turret shooter, meaning you play until you die, collect experience, and use it to upgrade your turret for the next round. Simple, but oh-so-addictive.

Weapon Combinations:

Base Weapons: You've got four base DNA nucleotides to play with - Adenine (A) for rapid fire, Cytosine (C) for precision, Guanine (G) for spread, and Thymine (T) for explosive power.
Combos Galore: Mix these up to create wild hybrid bioweapons. Want a shotgun that fires explosive rounds? Combine Guanine and Thymine. Prefer a rapid-fire sniper rifle? Mix Adenine with Cytosine. The possibilities are vast, with up to 70 weapons to discover.

Turrets, Perks, and Mods:

Turrets: There are around 49 unique turrets, each with its own strengths and quirks. Some might rotate automatically, while others offer sheer firepower at the cost of mobility.
Perks and Mods: With about 96 perks and up to 72 turret and weapon mods, you can tailor your gameplay to your heart's content. Mods can turn your shots into sticky mines or bouncing fireballs, adding a layer of strategy to your defences.
Mutations: Every 5 waves, you’ll pick a bad mutation, like faster enemies or longer waves, keeping you on your toes. These add an extra challenge and force you to adapt your strategy.

Game Modes:

Classic Free upgrades but you must pick one of the available options.
Extract: Gather biomass to buy upgrades between waves.
Shmup: Ditch the turret and fly upwards toward enemies, bringing a fresh perspective to the gameplay.
Abyss: I’ve not unlocked this game mode so I am unsure on what it offers. There is also no information on the gameplay style of this game mode. Will update it when I unlock it!
Brood: I’ve also not unlocked this game mode and I am unable to tell you guys what it offers as there is no information regarding it. Maybe I just suck at this game, who knows.

Visuals & Audio

The game’s visual style is a feast for the eyes. The bioluminescent alien world is beautifully detailed, making each wave of enemies as mesmerising as it is menacing. The sound design complements this perfectly with a lot of bassy electronic tracks that adapt to the game's intensity. It's an audio-visual treat that keeps you immersed in the microscopic chaos.

Pros

Extensive weapon customization
Diverse gameplay modes
Simple yet stunning visuals
Adaptive electronic soundtrack
High replayability rate
Pretty well-balanced mechanics
Regular content updates
Steam Deck compatibility (Although it’s not official as of now)

Cons

No mid-run saves
A kinda steep difficulty curve
Potentially overwhelming customization options
Requires time to learn weapon combinations

Conclusion

Genome Guardian is a hidden gem in the roguelite genre. Its unique genetic theme, combined with robust gameplay mechanics, makes it a refreshing and engaging experience. Whether you're a fan of turret shooters or just love a good challenge, this game offers hours of strategic fun. The lack of mid-run saves can be a bummer, but the overall package is solid. Genome Guardian isn't just about surviving waves of enemies, it's about exploring the limitless combinations of your genetic arsenal. So gear up, dive in, and see how long you can last in this vibrant, hostile world!

Rating: 9/10
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