Genokids

About Genokids

Genokids is a chaotic beat 'em up where a struggling punk band fights an alien invasion. Developed by Nukefist and released October 2 2025 it blends fast-paced brawling with absurd sci-fi comedy. Players control one of four band members each with unique attacks and quirks as they repel Zenodia’s forces during a ruined concert. Available on PC Linux and Mac it supports single-player and up to four-player co-op. The game mixes side-scrolling combat with occasional platforming and environmental hazards. Expect over-the-top violence goofy dialogue and a story where synthesizers and fists are the primary weapons.

Gameplay

Combat revolves around combos counters and teamwork. Each character has a basic punch kick and special move tied to their instrument, guitar riffs become sweeping strikes drumsticks let you bash enemies and so on. Battles feel tactile with punchy animations and responsive controls. Sessions alternate between fighting waves of aliens dodging energy blasts and solving mini-puzzles to restore the concert. Co-op requires coordination since enemies scale with player count. The rhythm-based boss fights add a layer of timing but are optional. While the pace rarely lets up the repetitive enemy patterns and limited level variety can wear thin after 10-15 hours.

What Players Think

PlayPile users rate Genokids 8.2/10 with 68% completion and an average playtime of 14 hours. Community moods skew “chaotic fun” (58%) and “frustrating” (32%), many cite stiff AI in solo mode. Critics praise the art style and humor but note repetitive combat. One review: “Wildly entertaining but rough around the edges.” The game costs $29.99 with 55 achievements averaging 45 minutes to unlock. Completionists highlight the post-credits battle against a giant robot which adds 12% to total playtime.

PlayPile's Take

Genokids thrives in co-op where its messy charm clicks but feels barebones alone. At $30 it’s a solid pick for fans of Streets of Rage or River City. The low price offsets its shortcomings but casual players may find it too punishing. Worth trying if you have friends to team up with, skip if you prefer polished solo experiences. The 55 achievements add replay value but don’t fix the repetitive late-game slog.

Storyline

A bizarre music band named Genokids is rocking one of their best concerts to date when The Infinite Empire of Zenodia decides to invade Earth and assimilate mankind, landing right on top of the band and ruining both their concert and mood.