Temtem: Swarm is a free-to-play roguelike bullet hell game set within the universe of the creature-collecting RPG, Temtem. Developed by Crema and published by Humble Games, it was released in early access for PC via Steam. Players control Temtem characters within a Temcard, a digital world where they must survive waves of enemy Temtem. The game supports solo play or co-op with up to three players, focusing on strategy, upgrades, and bullet hell combat.
Temtem: Swarm Strategy Guide & Walkthrough
Plot
While "Temtem: Swarm" doesn't have an intricate plot like the main Temtem game, it's framed around the concept of Temtem characters being lost inside a Temcard, battling swarms of corrupted Temtem to escape or find their way back to their tamers. The narrative is light, serving more as a backdrop to the gameplay, with each stage representing different areas of the Temtem world.
Strategies for Playing Temtem: Swarm
Techniques and Gears:
Temtem: Swarm Strategy Guide & Walkthrough
•Techniques: Use these as your primary attacks. Each Temtem starts with basic techniques, but unlocking and upgrading them through levels is key.
•Gears: These are passive abilities or buffs. Focus on synergies between gears and techniques for powerful combos.
Survival:
Temtem: Swarm Strategy Guide & Walkthrough
•Synergies: Unlocking synergy techniques by pairing max-level techniques with specific gears can significantly boost your combat effectiveness.
•Survival: Use dash to evade attacks, especially during intense swarms or boss encounters. Heal yourself by defeating enemies or collecting items from the map.
•Resource Management: Collect Pansuns (the game's currency) from defeated enemies or events to upgrade your Temtem's skills.
•Co-op Strategy: Coordinate with teammates for better coverage of the battlefield, sharing resources, and reviving each other.
•Boss Fights: Each stage has a boss. Learn their attack patterns, use your ultimate abilities at key moments, and make use of the environment.
Development Innovations
Temtem: Swarm Strategy Guide & Walkthrough
•Bullet Heaven Mechanics: Blends the peaceful creature collection of Temtem with the chaotic action of bullet hell games, offering a fresh take on both genres.
•Temtem Integration: Uses the existing Temtem roster, giving fans familiar elements while introducing them to a new gameplay style.
•Synergy System: The game's unique upgrade system where combining specific gears with techniques leads to powerful synergy effects.
Basic Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Temtem: Swarm Strategy Guide & Walkthrough
1.Starting Out: Choose your starting Temtem (e.g., Platypet or Smazee). Understand your basic techniques and how to move.
2.First Stage: Learn to dodge, attack, and level up by defeating enemies. Unlock your first gear or technique upgrade.
3.Unlocking New Temtem: Beat stage bosses to get eggs which hatch into new playable Temtem. Each Temtem has unique abilities.
4.Middle Stages: Master the synergy system. Experiment with different gear and technique combinations. Participate in co-op if possible, sharing strategies and resources.
5.Boss Fights: Each stage ends with a boss. Adapt your strategy based on the boss's attack patterns and weaknesses.
6.Endgame: The final stages are tougher, requiring you to have well-developed builds. Aim to defeat the ultimate boss to complete a run.
7.Post-Run: Use collected Pansuns and experience to unlock permanent upgrades or new Temtem for future runs.
Support
•Community Guides: Check out Steam community guides, forums, or Reddit for player strategies, builds, and tips.
•Official Channels: Look for updates, guides, or support through Crema's official website or social media.
Game Tips
Temtem: Swarm Strategy Guide & Walkthrough
•Skill Tree: Invest in skills that enhance your gameplay style. Different Temtem might benefit from different skill paths.
•Control Settings: Customize controls for comfort, especially if playing for extended periods.
•Daily Challenges: Engage with daily challenges or events for extra rewards and to practice with different Temtem.
•Keep Moving: Constant movement is crucial in bullet hell games; staying static often leads to death.
•Experiment with Builds: Each run allows you to try different combinations. Find what works best for each Temtem and scenario.
Temtem: Swarm offers a unique blend of strategic creature battling and bullet hell mechanics, providing both a challenge and enjoyment for fans of both genres.
