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About NIMRODS
NIMRODS drops you onto a hostile alien world as a disposable clone, built solely to test extreme weaponry. Each run is a self‑contained survival roguelite where death is expected, but the guns you leave behind persist. The game blends frantic shooting with deep crafting, letting you assemble absurd weapons from airdropped parts and deploy past creations via drones. Diverse biomes, DNA‑based progression, and relentless alien hordes keep each session fresh while your legacy weapons continue the fight.
01 / THE GUIDE
Roguelite Survival
Every playthrough is a single‑player run where you must survive waves of alien enemies. Death ends the current clone, but the weapons you built survive to aid future attempts.
The experience is framed as a story of expendable clones, emphasizing the relentless nature of the missions and the inevitability of failure.
- Observe which enemy patterns cause early deaths and adjust your weapon loadout accordingly.
- Use each run to experiment with different weapon combos; the next clone can inherit them.
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Weapon Crafting
Collect insane weapon parts from airdrops and combine them into bizarre, over‑the‑top firearms. The system encourages creativity, allowing both dream weapons and nightmarish contraptions.
Crafted guns are not just memories; they become deployable assets that can be sent out on drones to support later runs.
- Mix and match parts from different drops to discover unexpected synergies.
- Keep a record of successful builds to reproduce them quickly in future runs.
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Biome Exploration
The alien world is divided into distinct biomes, each populated by unique enemies and bosses. Exploration reveals specialized encounters and valuable resources.
Every corner of a biome offers opportunities to gather parts, face challenges, and uncover the narrative of the hostile planet.
- Prioritize scouting new areas to locate rare weapon parts early.
- Take note of boss patterns; each biome’s boss requires a tailored approach.
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DNA Evolution
Progression is tied to DNA modifications that evolve future clones. You can tailor abilities and drone AI to match your preferred playstyle.
Optimizing upgrade drops through DNA choices influences how effectively you can handle subsequent missions.
- Experiment with different DNA tweaks to see which best complement your weapon builds.
- Balance offensive and defensive DNA upgrades for a more versatile clone.
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Controller & Input Options
NIMRODS supports full controller input alongside a keyboard‑only option, giving players flexibility in how they control the game.
Both DualShock and DualSense controllers are listed as supported, ensuring compatibility with major console‑style gamepads.
- Try the controller mode if you prefer analog movement for dodging alien attacks.
- Switch to keyboard‑only if you need precise aiming for intricate weapon combos.
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