Barney's Dream Cruise

58%
Game Brain Score Based on 30 reviews
  • humor
  • music
  • story
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In "Barney's Dream Cruise," help a down-on-his-luck protagonist named Barney win back his true love through a series of challenges on a dream cruise. This game is 100% free, with optional donations, and is an indie title without financial backing. Can you help Barney turn his luck around and find true love again?

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  • Mac OS
  • PC
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  • Windows
  • Android
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  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet
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Reviews

58%
Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
humor18 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • Barney's Dream Cruise captures the charm of classic point-and-click games with fun puzzles and amusing characters.
  • The game features a unique protagonist and explores themes of identity and morality in a light-hearted manner.
  • It's a short, enjoyable experience that can be completed in under two hours, making it a good option for a quick gaming session.
  • The protagonist, Barney, is unlikable and engages in morally questionable actions, which detracts from the overall experience.
  • Some puzzles are overly obscure or illogical, leading to frustration and reliance on walkthroughs.
  • The game lacks sufficient sound effects and music, making the experience feel incomplete and less engaging.
  • humor18 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as fun and zany, leaning more towards cartoonish rather than fetishistic, with some clever character interactions and puzzles. However, many reviewers felt that the humor could have been enhanced with more adult themes and content, as some opportunities, like a bizarre turd joke, didn't fully develop. Overall, while the humor is appreciated, there is a consensus that it could benefit from greater depth and variety.

    • “Barney's Dream Cruise is a funny game and its puzzles are kinda smart.”
    • “I love the humor and the characters.”
    • “I like the zany (and sometimes adult) humor, but I feel like the sudden disappearance and reappearance of music is a little distracting.”
  • music16 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game's music was initially sparse and inconsistent, leading to distractions during gameplay. However, recent updates have added more music, significantly enhancing the overall experience and making the game feel more complete. Players appreciate the improvements, noting that the inclusion of music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.

    • “It could really use some music, though.”
    • “Yeah, it's just music, but the game feels a lot better now.”
    • “Where is all the music?”
    • “Way too little music!”
    • “I like the zany (and sometimes adult) humor, but I feel like the sudden disappearance and reappearance of music is a little distracting.”
  • story8 mentions

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some finding it strange and mundane, while others appreciate its brevity and thought-provoking themes regarding moral limits. Overall, it seems to lack engagement for some players, suggesting a need for a more compelling narrative.

    • “More interesting story.”
    • “Short but with an interesting story; it invites us to reflect on the moral limits of a person.”
    • “The story was a bit strange.”
    • “The story was also a bit boring and mundane.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players note that while the small game world makes grinding less time-consuming, it can lead to a tedious and repetitive experience, ultimately making the game feel shorter and less engaging.

    • “The game world is quite small, so re-clicking everything is not that time-consuming, but it makes the short game feel tedious, longer than it should be, and ultimately boring.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their unique art style, which effectively pays homage to a nostalgic genre of games, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

    • “Overall, it's clearly a love letter to a forgotten genre of games, and I appreciate the art style and gameplay a lot.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its homage to a nostalgic genre, with a strong appreciation for its art style and mechanics, making it a standout experience for fans of that era.

    • “Overall, it's clearly a love letter to a forgotten genre of games, and I appreciate the art style and gameplay a lot.”
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