Swarm Simulator: Evolution

You develop a colony of insects, starting with small units such as larvae and drones and expanding the swarm. The larger goal is to grow its reach and conquer territory.

The core loop is to produce units and resources, then invest in upgrades that improve the colony’s production. You can also use combat units, including Stingers and Locusts, to capture territory.

The game continues producing while closed. Ascending resets your current progress in exchange for mutations on a new world, while other systems include temporary elixir buffs and lasting bonuses from captured Golden Bugs.

Players who enjoy the game often point to the steady sense of growth: producing more units, unlocking upgrades, and working toward new milestones. Some also like that it can run in the background and is easy to pick up. Criticism in the supplied reviews includes repetitive play and slowing progress, monetization pressure, and reports of lost saves.