- December 1, 2013
- Puppet Combo
Babysitter Bloodbath
90%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
character development, music
90% User Score 53 reviews
Platforms
PCWindowsPlayStation
About
"They locked him up and threw away the key!" For 22 years Neokalus Burr has stared at an empty wall in the bowels of Monroe State Mental Hospital. But tonight he's escaped to continue his blood soaked murder rampage! It's also your first night babysitting
Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews
story6 positive mentions
character development3 negative mentions
- A nostalgic homage to 80's slasher horror, capturing the essence of classic films like Halloween.
- Fast-paced and engaging, the book expands on character development and backstory, making it a thrilling read.
- Great adaptation of the game, with vivid descriptions and a gripping narrative that keeps readers invested.
- The book suffers from numerous spelling and grammatical errors, which can detract from the reading experience.
- Some transitions between events feel abrupt, making the flow of the story less seamless.
- While the story is enjoyable, it lacks a deeper exploration of the killer's motivations, leaving some character arcs underdeveloped.
- story19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story of "Babysitter Bloodbath" is praised for its engaging horror narrative, rich backstory, and distinct character personalities, making it a compelling homage to classic slasher films. While some critiques mention issues with prose quality and editing, the overall reception highlights its fast-paced, anxiety-inducing plot that resonates well with fans of the genre. Many readers find it a captivating adaptation that successfully expands on the original game's lore.
“With much more backstory on Sarah’s friends as well as the fiendish killer Burr, the reader is swept along on a killing spree that rivals those beloved slashers of yesteryear.”
“I would honestly give this book a 10/10; they did a really good job when making this. Storytelling is spectacular and it’s all what I expected in a horror book.”
“Big fan of the storytelling and creativity!”
“Spelling errors left and right, the killer's name was misspelled throughout the story, and descriptive scenes were written so unnecessarily dramatically. I cringed at every 'oh!' I'm sure that type of writing might be good for other literature, but they needed to go with a different author and an editor much better at catching errors.”
“While not the greatest prose, the story is fun, fast-paced, and a fun homage to B-movie slashers of the 80s.”
“To capture the feel that this is a 'film', the book makes sure to keep its story on the short side.”