Baron of Blood

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Platformer for the PC-DOS released by DeltaSoft in 1999.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art and a nostalgic art style that evokes memories of classic platformers.
Gameplay is simple yet engaging, with well-designed levels that offer a fair challenge and smooth controls.
The soundtrack complements the game well, enhancing the overall experience and making it enjoyable to play.

The abrupt camera mechanics can cause motion sickness and make exploration frustrating, leading to unnecessary deaths.
Backtracking can be difficult due to common falling platforms, which may hinder the exploration experience.
Some players feel that additional mechanics, like a lash, could enhance gameplay and provide more depth.

graphics
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a nostalgic pixel art style that evokes fond memories of classic games, complemented by charming and detailed visuals. The level design is praised for its quality, featuring tightly crafted and engaging stages that enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- “The art style takes me back to the games of my childhood, evoking a sense of nostalgia.”
- “The graphics are charming and detailed, the gameplay is as precise and responsive as you could ask for, and most importantly the stage design is incredibly good all the way through, with very tightly designed and interesting stages.”
- “I definitely recommend this game to anyone who likes pixel art style platform games.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
gameplay
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its blend of modern mechanics and classic charm, featuring precise and responsive controls along with well-designed stages. However, some players experience frustration due to an abrupt camera mechanic that can induce motion sickness and hinder exploration, leading to unnecessary deaths. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, it has notable drawbacks that affect the overall experience.
- “It's a wonderful blend of modern gameplay and classic charm.”
- “The graphics are charming and detailed, the gameplay is as precise and responsive as you could ask for, and most importantly the stage design is incredibly good all the way through, with very tightly designed and interesting stages.”
- “The game is charming, but the abrupt camera mechanic gives me motion sickness and makes the exploration frustrating, causing unnecessary deaths and ultimately making me abandon the game.”
- “The gameplay is simple and works very well.”
- “The gameplay is as precise and responsive as you could ask for, but the abrupt camera mechanic detracts from the overall experience.”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in "Baron of Blood" is praised for its nostalgic quality, effectively complementing the game's pixel art and diverse environments. Reviewers note that the soundtrack and sound effects enhance the overall experience, fitting seamlessly with the gameplay.
- “Baron of Blood was a delightful nostalgic journey, combining a great soundtrack, excellent pixel art, and a nice variety of environments and enemies.”
- “The game also runs very smoothly, and the music fits the respective worlds perfectly.”
- “I really enjoy the music and the sound effects; they fit very well in the game.”
story
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's story has captivated players, with many expressing a strong desire to experience it after seeing streams that reveal its intriguing backstory.
- “After watching the stream where he played this game and shared the backstory, I had to have it.”
- “The story is incredibly immersive, drawing you in with rich character development and unexpected twists.”
- “I was captivated by the narrative; it felt like I was part of an epic tale that kept me engaged from start to finish.”
optimization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and well-designed levels, evoking nostalgia for classic Nintendo and Amiga titles while demonstrating effective optimization.
- “It reminds me of old games on the Nintendo and Amiga, but it runs smoothly and the levels are well designed.”