Barbarous: Tavern of Emyr

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"Barbarous: Tavern of Emyr" is a narrative-driven tavern simulation game where you play as the owner of a rowdy tavern, serving drinks and managing guests while navigating a rich, choice-driven story. Upgrade your tavern, expand your menu, and unlock new storylines as you build relationships with a diverse cast of characters. Your choices and actions will shape the destiny of your tavern, its inhabitants, and the realm of Emyr itself. **Character limit met, no further information added.

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Play Modes

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

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 53 reviews

story18 positive mentions

The game features a charming narrative with humorous and heartwarming stories that engage players.
Gameplay is straightforward and enjoyable, making it a relaxing time management experience.
The characters are likable and the comedic elements add a fun layer to the overall experience.

The game lacks challenge, with gameplay being too easy and not providing much pressure on the player.
There are noticeable coding issues, such as dialogue displaying code instead of text, which detracts from the experience.
The story and humor, while enjoyable, may feel sub-par compared to other titles in the genre, leaving some players wanting more.

story
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mix of humor and simplicity, with many players enjoying its comedic elements and engaging narrative, particularly in the context of a bar-tending theme. While some found the story to be entertaining and a standout feature, others felt it fell flat or became boring over time. Overall, the story is appreciated for its lightheartedness and ability to enhance the gameplay experience, making it a notable aspect for fans of the genre.
- “This game is an absolute gem as far as the story goes!!”
- “This story is so good, I never wanted it to end, and I really want a sequel (or two)!!”
- “The rest of the game is a normal time management game, and not overly complicated, but the story is an absolute laugh a minute!!”
- “In most gamehouse games, you can be assured that it's carried by its (usually ridiculous) story, but Barbarous' story also falls flat here.”
- “I got bored playing it once (halfway through the story, I played for 2 hours straight and it just felt like I'm about to fall asleep).”
- “Story is the heaviest thing in this game.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by heartwarming and quirky stories from lovable characters, with a mix of adult jokes and clever puns that enhance the overall experience. Players find the banter and comedic elements to be genuinely funny, contributing to a lighthearted and entertaining atmosphere throughout the gameplay. Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the simple yet engaging bar-tending narrative.
- “As you manage the bustling tavern, you'll be drawn into the heartwarming and humorous stories of the quirky characters who frequent Emyr's establishment, creating a rich and entertaining gaming experience.”
- “The characters are so lovable, and the banter between them made me laugh out loud all the way through!”
- “A pretty simple, fun game with a humorous story... lots of puns intended ;)”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Barbarous: Tavern of Emyr" features addictive time management gameplay complemented by a charming narrative reminiscent of the "Delicious Emily" series. Players appreciate the forgiving difficulty on normal mode and enjoy the engaging mechanics that allow for seamless transitions between different restaurants.
- “Barbarous: Tavern of Emyr not only delivers addictive time management gameplay but also weaves a charming narrative akin to the Delicious Emily series.”
- “I played on normal; the gameplay is very forgiving.”
- “I love bouncing between the different restaurants, and I enjoyed the mechanics.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game engaging, as they connect with the heartwarming and humorous stories of the quirky characters in the tavern, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “As you manage the bustling tavern, you'll be drawn into the heartwarming and humorous stories of the quirky characters who frequent Emyr's establishment, creating a rich and entertaining gaming experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-selected and fitting for the overall experience, though it may not be considered groundbreaking or masterful.
- “The music is really fitting; I didn't think it was a masterpiece, but it was selected quite well for this game.”