Bang-On Balls: Chronicles

Bang-On Balls: Chronicles is a true return to classic collect-a-thons, there is just too much to do. Complete the quests, get cosmetics, gather collectibles, get cosmetics, destroy the world, get cosmetics... and then look good while doing it, too.

89%Game Brain Score

gameplay, graphics

grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 3,326 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 9 reviews

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"Bang-On Balls: Chronicles" is a 3D platformer game with an intriguing story, offering both single-player and local multi-player modes for up to 4 players in co-op or split screen. The game features outstanding visuals, good music, and plenty of humor as you customize your character and journey through historically-themed levels, from the Viking era to Feudal Japan, Wild West, and beyond. Regular updates will add new features, skins, and maps.

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Play Modes

+28

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,335 reviews

gameplay106 positive mentions

grinding10 negative mentions

The game features beautifully realized art style, glorious platforming, and stellar level design that exceeds expectations.
It's a fun and engaging sandbox with plenty of customization options and silly weapons, making it enjoyable for both solo and co-op play.
The game is filled with humor and charm, providing a lighthearted experience that is perfect for casual gaming.

The game currently lacks content, with only a few levels available, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness.
Some gameplay mechanics, like the trampoline physics, can be frustrating and lead to awkward controls.
There are occasional bugs and performance issues, particularly on lower-end PCs, which can detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
260 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
56%
3%
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of exploration, humor, and physics-based mechanics, offering a fun and engaging experience, especially in multiplayer. While many players appreciate the vibrant graphics and varied environments, some find the gameplay to be simplistic or slow, with a few noting that it can feel aimless or repetitive. Overall, the game is praised for its casual fun and charm, though some users suggest it may not justify its price point due to limited content.
- “Developed by Exit Plan Games, the game brings a refreshing blend of humor, exploration, and fun gameplay mechanics that keep players rolling through each level.”
- “The gameplay focuses on exploration and combat, with various objectives, collectibles, and interactive elements in each level.”
- “From the moment I fired it up, I was captivated by the sheer fluidity of the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is slow and awkward.”
- “It's an interesting concept, but the gameplay is just boring to me, but that may be because I was only playing solo.”
- “Def not worth it for the price with how little gameplay there is, get it on sale.”
graphics
220 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
42%
3%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant, colorful, and detailed art style, which enhances the imaginative platforming experience. Many players appreciate the charming and playful aesthetic, although some find the visuals occasionally too busy or distracting. Overall, the graphics are considered high-quality and well-optimized, making the game visually appealing even on lower settings, though performance may vary depending on hardware capabilities.
- “The graphics are colorful, vibrant, and detailed, with each historical setting like Viking and pirate worlds filled with interactive elements and easter eggs.”
- “Graphically, the game is low-key beautiful; when you enter the first world, you're awed by how nice it all looks. The sense of scale and depth within the worlds adds a lot to discover and a heavy sense of immersion.”
- “Beautiful graphics, many unlockables, and a large map jam-packed with bosses and secrets make this game awesome.”
- “The visuals are way too busy and distracting.”
- “In my opinion, releasing the game in version 1.0 should be fixed, lack of legibility in some situations, what to do and where to go and not very sharp graphics, I felt like I was playing games from the PS3 era.”
- “The simple graphics made everything clear enough, but once you are fighting and start to break things around, it starts to get messy and I suffered a few frame drops.”
humor
166 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
2%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its light-hearted, whimsical nature, featuring silly character designs, unpredictable physics, and a plethora of comedic moments that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the game's playful art style and the abundance of funny references, making it a delightful choice for co-op play with friends. Overall, the humor is described as engaging and entertaining, contributing significantly to the game's charm and replayability.
- “Developed by Exit Plan Games, the game brings a refreshing blend of humor, exploration, and fun gameplay mechanics that keep players rolling through each level.”
- “Whether it's the silly character designs or the entertaining sound effects, Bang on Balls will have you laughing out loud while playing.”
- “It's incredibly fun and it's crazy funny, despite there not being a single line of dialogue spoken.”
- “The humor feels forced and falls flat, making the experience more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
- “The jokes are stale and lack originality, leaving me wondering if the developers even understand what makes something funny.”
- “The attempts at humor often miss the mark, resulting in awkward moments that detract from the overall gameplay.”
story
152 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
71%
5%
The game's story is generally perceived as minimal and lacking depth, with many players noting that it feels aimless and primarily serves as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a driving force. While some levels feature loose plots and thematic elements, the overall narrative is often described as simplistic or non-existent, focusing more on chaotic exploration and side missions than a cohesive storyline. Despite this, players appreciate the humor and creativity in the game, suggesting that it excels as a fun sandbox experience rather than a story-driven adventure.
- “As a countryball fan, this is the best game alive, amazing storyline, good graphics, and the game is just overall good. Can't wait for any future updates.”
- “The levels are amazing and each one has its own unique story to tell.”
- “Simply an amazing game, fun for hours or until you end the story. Even then, the game isn't done; there's tons of side content to do and a world of fun to be had.”
- “The game feels a little too aimless and there isn't really much story; it just throws you in a big open world and gives you some tasks.”
- “The downsides are that it really doesn't have a story that makes sense; it's just going into worlds to annoy a yellow guy.”
- “The story is practically non-existent, with no real dialogue in the game at all and the entire premise being found on this game's store page.”
music
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
35%
5%
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchiness and dynamic nature, enhancing the overall gameplay experience with lively sound effects and memorable tracks. While many players enjoy the energetic soundtrack and its ability to complement various game areas, some note that it can become repetitive and express a desire for more variety, particularly during boss battles. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the fun and immersive atmosphere of the game.
- “The soundtrack is a joy to listen to, every song is a banger.”
- “Pretty dynamic music too, switching around constantly depending on different areas on the maps.”
- “The music oh my gosh it has no right being this good for certain areas of the game.”
- “The only thing I feel is missing is maybe some music for the boss battles.”
- “The music is alright but it doesn't stand out and is not very memorable to me.”
- “Oh wait, I forgot the music!”
grinding
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
58%
38%
The grinding aspect of the game receives mixed feedback; while some players find it excessively dull and time-consuming, others appreciate the grind for experience points and the variety in the game world that keeps it engaging. The absence of microtransactions is noted as a positive, making the grind feel more worthwhile for cosmetics, though it can still feel tedious at times. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some players enjoying the grind and others feeling it detracts from the overall experience.
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “Not for me, way too dull, grindy, and slow-paced.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “E.g. where are games that are full action, require your concentration on story or sound, then there is a grinding mission.”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it offers smooth controls and great performance on higher-end machines, many players report significant performance issues on average or lower-spec systems, often requiring reduced graphics settings. Some graphical bugs and lingering particles also detract from the experience, indicating that further optimization work is needed, especially given the game's early development stage. Overall, the game is visually impressive and enjoyable, but optimization remains a key area for improvement.
- “A true to form action platformer that is gorgeous as hell, well optimized and a blast to play around in; breaking everything, exploring every nook and cranny of evidently lovingly crafted levels, fighting with all kinds of balls.”
- “It's a beautiful platformer, it runs smoothly, plays well, and has plenty to do even in its current state of only a few levels.”
- “Graphically this game really surprised me, it is really high quality, and although this may cause some performance issues, even if you turn down the graphics level, everything still looks great.”
- “The game is optimized horribly; I had to run everything on medium on my new custom-built computer, or the core temperature went through the roof.”
- “This game is incredibly fun and well put together, yet it is marred by sub-par performance, especially if your machine is average or worse.”
- “It needs a bit of work in terms of optimization; for example, lots of particles will stay floating if you don't catch them, even after an hour on the level, which I think affects performance in one way or another.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players reporting visual glitches and lag on lower-end PCs, particularly during remote play. However, many users have experienced minimal to no bugs, praising the overall performance and gameplay quality, suggesting that any minor issues are overshadowed by the fun factor.
- “I had a few visual glitches during the game, like objects not loading properly.”
- “Another thing is that it lags a lot on lesser PCs like mine, and it's pretty buggy at times.”
- “I tried doing remote play with a friend, and that seemed to be buggy, so I can't chime in on co-op at the moment, but I imagine it just increases the zany fun.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game offers significant replayability due to its large open worlds, extensive customization options, and engaging gameplay, providing good value for its price. However, some players note that after completing the game, replay value diminishes, making it more suitable for those seeking a quick, enjoyable experience rather than long-term replayability. Overall, it strikes a balance between fun and replayability, especially for a budget title.
- “It has large open worlds with a lot of stuff to do, tons of weapons and customizability for your character that give the game a lot of replay value and genuinely amazing graphics on par with a lot of AAA games!”
- “Really funny, and very replayable, even after finishing the game so far.”
- “The game is so fun and it is replayable; not all games can do that.”
- “It lacks replayability a lot, but if you are looking for a quick experience of around 30 hours, this is a game for you.”
- “It lacks replay value after that, but it was well worth the money I paid for it.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game features a monetization model free of microtransactions, allowing players to earn in-game currency through gameplay to unlock cosmetics and tools. While some cosmetics may require a grind to obtain, the absence of real-money purchases and the freedom to choose items without pressure is seen as a positive aspect by users. Overall, players appreciate the fair and rewarding system that enhances their experience without financial constraints.
- “The cosmetics are also pretty grindy; however, it's not unbearable and it doesn't have microtransactions, so it's a pretty good deal.”
- “It allows you to find whichever tools and cosmetics in its open world that you are daring enough to reach, and rewards you with those items by letting you spend the in-game currency that you've earned through having fun in this game on them, and never punishes you by making you spend any real money (yes, absolutely no microtransactions, as promised by the developers) or making you doubt your choice in selecting one cosmetic over another at a given time.”
- “No microtransactions, open world chaos sandbox with some silly missions here and there to keep you moving from area to area.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game's atmosphere is described as fun and vibrant, enriched with numerous Easter eggs from various media, contributing to a lively experience. It stands out as a rare 3D platformer that combines action with a dynamic and engaging ambiance, showcasing efforts to diversify its overall atmosphere.
- “It had a fun atmosphere with lots of Easter eggs from movies, shows, and games that you might see in the game.”
- “One of the scarce 3D platformers that serves up action and an absolutely fantastic atmosphere.”
- “Great attempts at diversifying the atmosphere, though.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally resonant, evoking nostalgia for classic childhood titles like Taz: Wanted and Jazz Jackrabbit 2. Its cute and wholesome gameplay appeals to both younger audiences and older gamers, creating a joyful and fun experience.
- “It also made me feel nostalgic for some reason by reminding me of some good old gems that I played as a kid, stuff like Taz: Wanted and Jazz Jackrabbit 2.”
- “A surprisingly fun, wholesome game for the kids and older gamers.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in "Bang on Balls" is marked by whimsical designs and humorous sound effects, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience that keeps players engaged and amused.

80%Critics’ scoreBased on 9 critic reviews

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5h Median play time

6h Average play time

4-5h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 12 analyzed playthroughs

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