Barney's Dream Cruise
- June 27, 2019
- Rikard Swahn
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Get on Apple StoreIn "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?
Reviews
- The game captures the charm of classic point-and-click adventures with fun puzzles and amusing characters.
- Barney's Dream Cruise features a unique protagonist and a humorous story that invites reflection on moral limits.
- 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 due to his immoral actions, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Some puzzles are overly obscure or illogical, leading to frustration and requiring excessive backtracking.
- The game lacks sufficient sound effects and music, which diminishes the overall atmosphere and engagement.
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with a mix of zany and cartoonish elements that appeal to a broad audience, avoiding overly fetishistic themes. However, some players feel that the humor could be enhanced with more adult content and clever jokes, as certain opportunities for deeper comedic exploration were missed. Overall, while the game features funny characters and smart puzzles, there is a desire for more consistent and varied humor throughout.
“The short version for busy or furry-avoidant people: it's a buck, it's fun and funny, it's more 'cartoon animal' than 'oh god that's a fetish' on the furry spectrum (with a couple of knowing nods) and you should just buy it already.”
“I like the zany (and sometimes adult) humor, but I feel like the sudden disappearance and reappearance of music is a little distracting.”
“Barney's Dream Cruise is a funny game and its puzzles are kinda smart.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's music was initially sparse and inconsistent, leading to a distracting experience. However, recent updates have improved this aspect by adding more music, which has significantly enhanced the overall feel of the game. Players now appreciate the presence of music, noting that it contributes positively to the gameplay experience.
“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.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed feedback, with some finding it strange and mundane, while others appreciate its brevity and thought-provoking exploration of moral limits. Overall, there is a desire for a more engaging 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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find that while the small game world makes grinding less time-consuming, it can lead to a tedious and overly short experience, ultimately detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“On the positive side of things, the game world is quite small, so re-clicking everything is not that time-consuming, but it does make for a really short game that can feel tedious, longer than it should be, and/or just boring.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their artistic style, reflecting a nostalgic homage to a bygone genre of games, which enhances 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.”
“The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the world to life.”
“Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its nostalgic homage to a forgotten genre, complemented by a distinctive art style that enhances the overall experience.
“Overall, it's clearly a love letter to a forgotten genre of games, and I appreciate the art style and gameplay a lot.”
