Bandit

About

Bandit is a single player role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Adrian Ubiorski and was released on August 28, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Bandit is an RPG-survival with an open world and elements of tower defense, where you can build own base, gang and vehicle.

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Single-Player

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

stability3 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game has a charming concept and shows great potential as an indie RPG with a fair-sized open world to explore.
Graphics are smooth and visually appealing, with a dark-fantasy aesthetic that enhances the atmosphere.
Despite its rough edges, the game can be fun and engaging, especially for players who enjoy crafting and resource management.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, such as losing health for no reason and getting stuck in objects.
Combat is overly difficult, especially for new players, with enemies that can easily overpower you even on easy mode, resulting in a steep learning curve.
The game lacks clear direction and tutorials, making it hard for players to understand mechanics like building and quest progression.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as smooth and functional, with a colorful yet dark aesthetic that suits its indie roots. While not on par with AAA titles, the visuals are effective and run well even on high settings, showcasing the developer's skill in optimizing performance. Overall, the graphics are appreciated for their style and smoothness, despite being reminiscent of older games.
- “The graphics are very smooth, no weird lagging.”
- “Huge kudos to the developer for getting the graphics silky smooth and so right!”
- “I also love the graphic style, best described as 'colorfully dark and moody.'”
- “This is an indie developed by one person, so it's not terribly sophisticated (e.g. the artwork is appropriate, but not overwhelming).”
- “The game graphics look like a game that could have come out 15-20 years ago but runs great with max settings.”
- “Like many indie games, the graphics are not AAA but get the job done.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around escaping captors and navigating a city through a series of straightforward quests that help players unlock various resources and upgrades. While the quest structure is clear, some players find the narrative elements vague and feel disconnected from the overarching plot, often prioritizing gameplay over story progression. The lack of clarity in quest objectives and their impact on base-building further detracts from the overall narrative experience.
- “The quests are straightforward, with a helpful journal that will instruct the game's compass to point you to your next task.”
- “I follow the road to a farm, get a quest and reward; he tells me to talk to a guy at a lake nearby who gives me a clue how to get into a city without paying the toll for entry (which is pricey).”
- “You travel around trying to make money and maybe some quests to help level up.”
- “I think maybe something about the plot but I couldn't recall, as I just wanted to start playing, but also couldn't get back to whatever it was.”
- “The main quest says: 'talk to barman'.”
- “If I can't build a base, however, as a result of vague or possibly broken gameplay quests or progression, why do I need to bother with gathering materials?”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, indicating that it requires a significant time investment to progress.
- “It's grindy.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding for resources, and it just wasn't rewarding.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game may have dated graphics reminiscent of titles from 15-20 years ago, but it demonstrates impressive stability, running smoothly even at maximum settings.
- “The game graphics look like a title that could have come out 15-20 years ago, but it runs great with max settings.”
- “I haven't experienced any crashes or major bugs, which is impressive for a game of this scale.”
- “The performance is smooth, even during intense action sequences, making for a stable gaming experience.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its atmospheric quality, effectively enhancing the overall experience despite its meandering nature.
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing every moment.”
- “Each track is beautifully composed, immersing players in the game's world.”
- “The music meanders but helps set the atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “The audio quality is subpar, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the gameplay, highlighting issues with unclear or potentially broken quests and progression systems that diminish the incentive to gather materials, particularly when base-building is not an option.
- “If I can't build a base due to vague or possibly broken gameplay quests or progression, why should I bother gathering materials?”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as meandering yet effective in enhancing the overall atmosphere, contributing to an immersive experience.
- “The game's environment is rich and immersive, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
- “The music meanders but helps set the atmosphere.”