Barney's Dream Cruise

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Barney's Dream Cruise is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Rikard Swahn and was released on August 3, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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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.

humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
68%
19%
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.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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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Barney's Dream Cruise is a puzzle game.

Barney's Dream Cruise is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

Barney's Dream Cruise was released on August 3, 2019.

Barney's Dream Cruise was developed by Rikard Swahn.

Barney's Dream Cruise has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its music.

Barney's Dream Cruise is a single player game.

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