BadLads
- April 16, 2020
- CHEMICAL HEADS STUDIOS
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"BadLads" is a 2-player shooter game set in a massively multiplayer, neo-noir city ruled by corruption and power. Create your own unique character with procedurally generated appearance and race, and participate in the game's economy by illegally printing money or crafting and collecting items. Build your own base or shack, and earn your spot in the game's real hierarchy. The game features base building, crafting, and PvP and co-op options. Join the discord for more information.
Reviews
- The game has a lot of potential and can be a lot of fun when played with friends.
- The developers are active and committed to updating the game, which shows promise for future improvements.
- The roleplaying aspects are engaging, and the community is generally friendly and supportive.
- The player base is extremely low, making it difficult to enjoy the game as intended.
- The game is currently barebones with limited content and features, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- There are numerous technical issues and bugs that detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a simplistic police versus gangsters dynamic, lacking depth and content to encourage long-term engagement. While some players effectively role-play and the vehicle mechanics are decent, the absence of features like a prison system and limited detainment options detract from the overall experience. Despite a growing player base, the game currently feels repetitive and underdeveloped.
“Most people roleplay effectively in this game, and the vehicle mechanics are decent.”
“Right now, the core gameplay is there, and it's starting to get a consistent base of players, however small that may be.”
“Currently, there is not enough content to keep an audience wanting to come back for more gameplay, as the gameplay can practically be summed up into these words: 'police against gangsters with money printers and guns.' Additionally, the police force does not even have a prison to send the criminals to, as their only form of detaining someone is to have the criminal willingly stand still and be cuffed in 5 seconds by the police.”
“The core gameplay is there, but it lacks depth and variety, making it hard to maintain player interest over time.”
“While some players engage in roleplay effectively, the overall gameplay experience feels limited and repetitive.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as a key feature, with players finding amusement in the antics of others, even when they act foolishly. The presence of a toxic yet entertaining community adds to the comedic experience, making it a recommended choice for those seeking laughter in multiplayer interactions. Overall, the game is considered a great value for its humor, especially when played with others online.
“Even when people are being idiots, it's pretty funny.”
“A hilarious game when there are people online definitely has you laughing; well worth picking up, especially given the price.”
“Check out Wadely on YouTube, where I will be covering some funny moments and fun interactions in the game.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking depth and engagement, as players often find themselves in repetitive and frustrating scenarios, particularly when interacting with others who disrupt the experience. One user expressed disappointment in the narrative, stating they would not return until the story improves.
“Alright, here's a story.”
“Sadly, I won't be coming back until this is a different story.”
“I have had tons of fun being a police officer, a gang member, and even a taxi driver, but when it's late and most of the usual players leave, you find yourself alone with one other person, and for some reason, his only mission is to randomly kill you.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their poor quality, even at maximum settings, with users reporting significant loading issues and various graphical glitches that detract from the overall gaming experience.
“It looks ugly, even with maxed out graphics settings.”
“Numerous problems getting the game to load, numerous graphic issues, and this is a horrible in-game experience.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and minimal bugs, with users noting that it significantly improves upon the optimization of similar titles like Garry's Mod DarkRP. At a price point under $15, it is recommended for players seeking a well-optimized experience.
“It runs smoothly with minimal bugs.”
“Essentially, this is Garry's Mod DarkRP but 1000 times better and optimized. It's not even $15; pick it up and try it!”
“The game is riddled with performance issues, making it frustrating to play even on high-end systems.”
“I expected better optimization; the frame drops are unbearable during intense moments.”
“Despite its potential, the game feels unpolished and lacks the necessary optimization to run smoothly.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting a lack of tutorials, inactive servers, and numerous bugs that significantly hinder the overall experience.
“No tutorial, dead servers, buggy as hell.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant lag and disconnections during gameplay.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that while the game requires some advertising for broader reach, the monetization strategy remains a point of discussion among players.
