Baldi's Basics Classic

Baldi's Basics Classic is a casual horror edutainment parody game that offers an interesting plot and splendid gameplay. The game features good music and plenty of humor, but should be noted for the presence of bugs. In the game, you must collect seven math notebooks and solve various math problems while avoiding Baldi, a relentless school teacher. The original version of Baldi's Basics provides a unique and entertaining experience.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,998 reviews

graphics106 positive mentions

stability47 negative mentions

graphics
245 mentions
43 % positive mentions
29 % neutral mentions
28 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are intentionally designed to mimic the low-quality visuals of 90s educational games, which has garnered mixed reactions from players. While some appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and find it fitting for the horror theme, others criticize the graphics as poor and outdated. Overall, the consensus is that the graphics serve a specific purpose within the game's design, contributing to its unique charm despite their low quality.
- “The graphics look interesting, as in pixilated, though I see the appeal, and the colors are more vivid.”
- “The graphics are amazing.”
- “I love this game, great graphics and quality; this deserves a 5 out of 5.”
- “This game was purposely made to look like a cheesy 90's video game, which explains the horrifying graphics.”
- “The graphics are terrible because that's the game's unique style.”
- “The graphics are so bad I think it's like Minecraft.”
humor
215 mentions
99 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the characters, especially Baldi, to be hilariously entertaining. Many reviews highlight the game's quirky and silly elements, often describing it as more funny than scary, despite its horror themes. Glitches and unexpected interactions add to the comedic experience, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults.
- “I love the old classic style of it and the humorous characters!”
- “The game is challenging and fun with hilarious characters.”
- “It's so funny every time I'm buying a bsoda and let him away so I rate this 5 stars.”
- “I cannot believe how Balldi enters a door with no sound. When I look behind me, he's there. That's not funny, but you may say, 'Then why did I rate it 5 stars?' Well, I like this game, but sometimes it's creepy.”
- “Not funny for kids, but funny for me. I like it; I'm a 9-year-old girl, and it's funny.”
- “Please respond to me. It's scary because once you get all seven notebooks, it says, 'Congratulations, you got all seven notebooks. All you need to do is get all my schoolhouse.' And it's like, 'Hahaha!' After the end, it's like, 'Dude, that's not funny; it's scary!'”
monetization
93 mentions
52 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
48 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is largely praised, with many users highlighting the absence of ads, which enhances the overall gameplay experience. While a few players reported encountering occasional ads, the consensus is that the game is free of intrusive advertisements and in-app purchases, making it a favorable choice for players seeking uninterrupted fun. Overall, the lack of ads is a significant positive point in the reviews.
- “This game is my all-time favorite. Don't ask why, but it's amazing, 10/10 never gets old, also no ads and just wow whoever made this, I respectfully love you.”
- “This is very good for a mobile game, no ads, no in-app purchases, wow.”
- “I love this game; it has no ads and it's wonderful!”
- “I give this game a zero too many ads going on you can't even start and why the email it is not like it is online.”
- “Good port but showered with ads.”
- “Worst game so many ads ok.”
stability
50 mentions
6 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
94 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches and bugs that affect gameplay, such as character behavior and control responsiveness. While some players have experienced smooth performance without issues, others have encountered significant problems, including freezing and erratic controls, particularly on certain devices. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, the stability concerns detract from the experience for many players.
- “You really have everything working in functional order, and I have experienced no glitches whatsoever.”
- “It's great! I love playing it; no ads (for me anyways) and so far no glitches.”
- “This is cool! I completed the game with no deaths, no glitches, and I unlocked the secret ending.”
- “Horrible... it lets you get about 30 seconds into the game on any of the mods and then it glitches and gives the kids an impossible glitched math equation and they can't get past it... I've downloaded 3 different versions and they are all the same.”
- “I know this game is good but it isn't for Chromebook when I try to enter to get a notebook the game freezes and makes the game completely unplayable.”
- “I wish I could rate this a 0 so much glitches and lag overall I don't like this game I am very disappointed.”
gameplay
49 mentions
53 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this game is generally well-received, with many players enjoying its fun, challenging mechanics and nostalgic old-school graphics reminiscent of 90s educational games. While some users noted issues with controls and difficulty spikes, the overall experience is described as engaging and entertaining, blending humor with horror elements. Players appreciate the variety of gameplay modes and secrets, although a few expressed a desire for improvements in certain mechanics and character behaviors.
- “The gameplay is awesome, the graphics are incredible, and it's an all-around fun time.”
- “This game is great; the graphics are like those old educational CD-ROM games from the 90s. The gameplay elements are fun and balanced, and I love how it never fails to stay fresh and new even after 3 years.”
- “Good gameplay, nice early 2000s game feel.”
- “The gameplay is terrible and the sensitivity is too high to look around.”
- “I don't like this game on my phone as it has low quality gameplay.”
- “Vary unfair and gives me a headache just by watching a video of the gameplay.”
story
35 mentions
34 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally described as simple yet engaging, with a mix of humor and horror elements that keep players entertained. Many users appreciate the challenge of collecting notebooks in story mode, while some find the horror aspects intimidating. Overall, the narrative is seen as a fun twist on classic school themes, with a blend of quirky characters and a mysterious backstory that adds depth to the gameplay experience.
- “I really enjoyed playing it; the intro story was funny. I want to give it 5 stars; it deserves it!”
- “The amazing story, the amazing characters, the lore, the fights—everything! 5 out of 5.”
- “This game has a big mystery story and an amazing narrative; it will be the best game forever! 💪❤”
- “The story is simple.”
- “Kinda stressful to complete a story mode.”
- “Well not for me your game is just a game not a real story about an abusing teacher that ploo guy is just overreacting.”
music
30 mentions
30 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its catchy and thrilling nature, enhancing their overall enjoyment. However, some find it too loud or creepy, particularly during tense moments, which can detract from the experience. Overall, while the music is a highlight for many, it may not appeal to everyone due to its varying intensity and style.
- “I also love the music at the menu and when you're playing the game.”
- “I love the song; the rhythm is just perfect in every way. Plus, it just made my day 1,000,000,000 times better. I will never delete the game.”
- “Very nice game.. learn math and do fun and nice music also.”
- “I don't really like the music; it's way too loud!”
- “If they could fix the loudness, I would play it. The music is just weird!”
- “This is so creepy; I didn't move and my rating is 1/5 because it's so annoying with that music. Terrible and it's pixelated.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting moments of laughter and tears throughout their experience. The game's ability to evoke such feelings, alongside its engaging gameplay, makes it a standout title in the horror genre, despite some initial challenges with controls. Overall, it resonates deeply with fans, who appreciate its blend of fun and emotional impact.
- “It's a really good port of the original game; I laughed, I cried; took a little while to get used to the controls, especially on the playtime part; I've played a lot of mobile Baldi's Basics games, but this one's perfect, it even has 1st prize; I love it; my favorite horror game next to FNAF, BATIM, Tattletail, and Hello Neighbor.”
- “Every time I got 5 out of 7 notebooks, he ran so fast that I cried like Denise Huxtable.”
- “But it's pretty fun and I don't know what to say about it; like sure it's not fun but it's fun to me so please rate it a 5 star..😔 but sorry for my emotional thing but have a good day and stay safe!”
optimization
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly without any lag or glitches, and providing a high-quality experience comparable to PC gaming. The animations are also noted as impressive for a mobile horror game.
- “No ads, the game runs smoothly, and the characters are really well animated for a mobile horror game.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any lag, and I did not encounter any glitches. Great gameplay!”
- “It's just like on PC; it runs smoothly and is challenging and so good.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is perceived as reminiscent of a low-quality edutainment game, which some users feel enhances the overall experience.
- “It looks like a bad edutainment game, which adds to the atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for mobile versions of games that involve grinding, specifically mentioning camping and farming elements, indicating a preference for more accessible gameplay on Android devices.