Barbara-ian

About

Barbara-ian is a single player action game with a historical theme. It was developed by Owlbear and was released on January 16, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Break-neck dungeoneering with 1 hit point. You play Barbara-ian, a mythical badass with perma-rage & a penchant for smashing. Featuring super fast paced physics based mayhem, one hit is all that stands between you and a quick restart

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews

music6 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

Fast-paced combat and addictive gameplay keep players engaged, making it easy to jump back in for 'one more go'.
The game features a catchy soundtrack and vibrant visuals that enhance the overall experience.
Procedurally generated levels provide variety, ensuring that no two runs feel the same.

The game feels unfinished, with bugs and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall experience.
There is a significant lack of updates and new content, leading to concerns about the game's long-term viability.
The one-hit gameplay can lead to frustrating moments, especially when spawning directly into enemy hordes.

music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The music in "Barbara-ian" is widely praised for its catchy and engaging soundtrack, reminiscent of "Hotline Miami," with a standout title screen song that players find themselves humming. The in-game music and sound effects are well-integrated, though the controls for them can be a bit fiddly. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the fast-paced gameplay and fosters a strong connection between the developers and players.
- “We feel some kind of communication between the devs and the players: that beautiful song in the title screen, this fast and fun gameplay.”
- “Music and sound fit the scenario.”
- “Just like Hotline Miami, Barbara-ian’s soundtrack is catchy and never gets old.”
- “The title screen song is gold, and you’ll be singing it to yourself in the shower and on the bus.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
Gameplay is characterized by a fast-paced and engaging experience, enhanced by a variety of impactful weapons. While the one-hit-point mechanic adds excitement and tension, it can also lead to frustration due to sudden deaths from enemy spawns. Overall, players appreciate the connection between developers and the community, contributing to a dynamic gameplay atmosphere.
- “You can find different weapons that really make a difference to your gameplay.”
- “We feel some kind of communication between the devs and the players: that beautiful song in the title screen, this fast and fun gameplay.”
- “The one hit-point gameplay really gets your heart racing in these situations but unfortunately can cause a fair amount of frustration when you spawn into a new level directly on top of a horde of bad guys and get insta-killed!”
- “The one hit-point gameplay really gets your heart racing in these situations, but unfortunately can cause a fair amount of frustration when you spawn into a new level directly on top of a horde of bad guys and get insta-killed!”
- “Completionist gameplay: endless”
- “The gameplay lacks depth and variety, making it feel repetitive after a short time.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics are characterized by appealing voxel art, with users noting that the visuals are clean and distinct, contributing to an overall positive aesthetic experience.
- “The visuals are clean and distinct.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, specifically noting that the game frequently freezes when paused using the 360 controller. This recurring problem has raised concerns about the overall reliability of the game.
- “The game freezes if you pause it with the 360 controller.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is highlighted by its hilarious trailer, which effectively captures the attention of players and sets a comedic tone for the experience.
- “What caught my eye first about this game was how hilarious the trailer was.”