Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites

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Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites is a single player action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by ClickShake Games LLC and was released on April 27, 2015. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A funny and outlandish, fully voice-acted, cartoon point and click adventure game for PC. Join Reemus the insect exterminator and his companion and minstrel Liam the purple bear on an all-new quest as they travel to exotic locations, battle giant insects and bumble their way towards writing a ballad of their adventures that will finally impress the citizens of Fredricus once and for all.

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Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

humor17 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a funny and engaging story with likable characters, particularly the dynamic between Reemus and his sidekick Liam.
Puzzles are enjoyable and logical, making for a fun and accessible point-and-click experience.
The game successfully captures the charm of the original flash series, enhanced by voice acting and a nostalgic feel.

The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 2-5 hours, leaving players wanting more content.
Some players found the puzzles to be on the easier side, which may not satisfy those looking for a challenging experience.
There are concerns about the quality of voice acting and sound, with some characters' performances being less than ideal.

humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this game is widely praised for its clever dialogues and quirky character interactions, providing a refreshing departure from typical meta-jokes and parodies. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to maintain a consistent comedic tone while engaging players with its unique charm and well-produced voice acting. Overall, it is described as a funny and enjoyable point-and-click adventure that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The story is funny as Reemus's and Liam's problems keep getting worse as they try to make it better.”
- “Hilariously funny point and click with excellent dialogues.”
- “Voice acting is great and the dialogue is consistently funny.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Ballads of Reemus" is a standout feature, characterized by its comedic and engaging narrative that follows the misadventures of its protagonists in a quirky world. While players appreciate the humor and character development, some express a desire for more content and a more conclusive ending. Overall, the story is well-received for its entertainment value, voice acting, and ability to captivate players, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
- “Ballads of Reemus has an interestingly fun and comedic story that takes place in an equally strange world of its own.”
- “The story is funny as Reemu's and Liam's problems keep getting worse as they try to make it better.”
- “Although the gameplay is nothing too special, the story and adventure our protagonists undertake are what really stands out.”
- “It should provide you with 1-2.5 hours of playing, depending on if you skip the story or try to get everything.”
- “Easy to follow story, puzzles range from easy to med/hard.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by traditional point-and-click mechanics that evoke nostalgia, though it lacks innovation. Players can expect a short experience, typically under two hours, with engaging puzzles that complement the standout story and adventure. Overall, while the gameplay may not be groundbreaking, it remains enjoyable and fits well within the genre.
- “Short yet fun point-and-click game with a nice story and engaging gameplay.”
- “This extends to the gameplay and puzzle solving as well.”
- “Although the gameplay is nothing too special, the story and adventure our protagonists undertake are what really stands out.”
- “With around an hour or less of gameplay and around an hour and a half if you're going for 100%, don't expect a lengthy session.”
- “The total gameplay might be under two hours if you are decent at puzzle games and don't miss things you can click on.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for enhancing the overall experience, complementing its likable characters and engaging story. Reviewers highlight its cool and fitting nature, contributing to the game's bizarre fantasy and humor. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant asset that elevates the game's charm and style.
- “Just the way point & click games should be; the world needs more games like this: bizarre fantasy, humor, voice acting, music, well and stylish art.”
- “Likable characters and style along with pretty nice music in a few places.”
- “The art and music and voice acting have their moments.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are highly praised for their charm and quality, often compared to that of an animated movie, complementing the overall experience alongside good voice acting.
- “The puzzles are fairly logical, the voice acting is good, and the graphics are very charming.”
- “Graphics are on par with an animated movie, and the voice acting is excellent.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability despite its short duration of 2-3 hours, thanks to engaging puzzles reminiscent of zeebarf's earlier titles. Players find the experience enjoyable enough to revisit multiple times.
- “It is a shorter game, taking about 2-3 hours, but the puzzles are a lot of fun and it has great replayability, similar to Zeebarf's older games.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the heartwarming relationship between the protagonist and Reemus, which effectively subverts the typical "loser jerk" archetype often found in adventure games. This dynamic adds depth and relatability to the characters, enhancing the overall emotional experience for players.
- “His relationship with Reemus is heartwarming and contributes significantly to subverting the loser jerk adventure game protagonist archetype.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really draws you in, making their struggles feel personal and relatable.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the story; it tackles themes of loss and redemption in a way that resonates deeply.”

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Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites is a action game with fantasy theme.

Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites.

Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites was released on April 27, 2015.

Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites was developed by ClickShake Games LLC.

Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Ballads of Reemus: When the Bed Bites is a single player game.

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