Banana Cowboy

About

AboutBanana Cowboy is an adventure platformer set in a fruit-themed universe. You are the Banana Cowboy, the outcasted son of the king of the Banana Planet. However, your tyrannical twin brother has taken control of the fruit worlds with his evil blender, and it is up to you to liberate the universe. Save your scattered people from the Orange Bikers and Blueberry Pirates using your trusty lasso! …

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Play Modes

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

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features charming visuals and a whimsical story that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is intuitive and fun, with unique mechanics like the lasso that add depth to the platforming.
It's a short but enjoyable game that offers replayability through side quests and speedrunning potential.

Camera controls can be problematic, making some platforming sections difficult.
Achievements may not always unlock properly, leading to frustration for players.
The game is quite short, leaving some players wanting more content.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The gameplay is characterized by intuitive controls and unique mechanics, such as a lasso for combat and movement, which set it apart from traditional platformers. Players navigate diverse planets with distinct challenges, engaging in memorable interactions and thrilling boss battles that require skill and reflexes. Overall, the combination of charming visuals, a whimsical story, and replayability makes it a standout free title in the action-adventure genre.
- “At its core, the game's controls are incredibly intuitive as the core mechanics are relatively simple and explained well in the tutorial, with the lasso serving as the primary tool for both combat and movement.”
- “Each planet has its unique aesthetic and set of challenges, ensuring that the gameplay remains fresh and engaging throughout the adventure.”
- “The lasso mechanics and diverse environments encourage players to experiment and explore, providing ample replayability to progressively decrease the total playtime with each playthrough and become a speedrunning legend.”
- “At the same time, unique mechanics that this game uses, like aiming, are not something you typically see in platformers.”
- “The lasso mechanics and diverse environments encourage players to experiment and explore, providing ample replayability that progressively decreases the total playtime with each playthrough and allows players to become speedrunning legends.”
- “Boss battles are a highlight, requiring players to use both their reflexes and mechanics to succeed.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
The story of "Banana Cowboy" is engaging and presented through vibrant comic strips, following the titular character's quest to rescue his kingdom from his evil twin. Players enjoy memorable interactions and a satisfying plot, culminating in a humorous final battle. While the main narrative can be completed in 10-15 minutes, the game offers numerous side quests and secrets, enhancing its replayability and charm.
- “Its combination of engaging gameplay, charming story, and delightful visuals make it a standout title in the action-adventure genre.”
- “The story begins with the banana cowboy discovering that his twin brother, once a beloved member of the banana kingdom, has turned evil and taken over the kingdom.”
- “While the main story can be completed in around 10-15 minutes on the first playthrough, 'banana cowboy' offers plenty of side quests and secrets to discover after the first playthrough.”
- “Players take on the role of the titular banana cowboy, embarking on a mission to rescue his people from his malevolent twin, who has seized control of the banana kingdom.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics in "Banana Cowboy" are vibrant and cartoonish, creating a charming and cohesive aesthetic that enhances the fruit-themed universe. Each planet features unique visuals that contribute to engaging gameplay and a distinctive identity, making it a standout title in the action-adventure genre. Overall, the graphics are well-received, with some players noting that any improvements might detract from the game's unique experience.
- “Each planet has its unique aesthetic and set of challenges, ensuring that the gameplay remains fresh and engaging throughout the adventure.”
- “"Banana Cowboy" is a visual treat, with vibrant, cartoonish graphics that bring the fruit-themed universe to life.”
- “The art style is both charming and cohesive, contributing to the game's unique identity.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The art style feels outdated and doesn't do justice to the game's potential.”
- “The visuals are inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The music in "Banana Cowboy" is highlighted for its catchy soundtrack that enhances the game's adventurous theme, complemented by humorous character voiceovers. While generally well-received, some players find the music to be merely satisfactory alongside the gameplay and controls.
- “The soundtrack of 'Banana Cowboy' is equally impressive, featuring catchy tunes that complement the game's adventurous spirit.”
- “In addition to the soundtrack, there are funny voiceovers for the characters throughout the game.”
- “The music in the game is enjoyable, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The music in the game is alright, along with gameplay and control.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features amusing voiceovers that enhance its comedic elements, reminiscent of the lighthearted humor found in titles like Mario Galaxy. Players appreciate the fruit-themed humor, suggesting that with further refinement, the game could expand into a larger world filled with even more comedic content.
- “In addition to the soundtrack, there are funny voiceovers for the characters throughout the game.”
- “A short, decent Mario Galaxy-esque game filled with humorous fruit antics.”
- “With more polish and quality of life improvements, I can see this becoming a much bigger game world with tons of silly fruit humor.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the game's lasso mechanics and varied environments enhance replayability by encouraging experimentation and exploration, allowing for faster completion times in subsequent playthroughs, particularly for those interested in speedrunning.
- “The lasso mechanics and diverse environments encourage players to experiment and explore, providing ample replayability to progressively decrease the total playtime with each playthrough and become a speedrunning legend.”
- “After completing the game once, there’s little incentive to return. The lack of new content or meaningful changes in subsequent playthroughs makes it feel repetitive.”
- “While the game offers a variety of paths, the core experience remains largely the same, leading to diminishing returns on replayability.”