Bash the Teacher!

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Bash the Teacher! is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Paul Banks and was released on January 13, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

It's time to show the teacher who is the real boss of the classroom in this hilarious clicker game! Click away to blast the teacher with your chosen weapon - watch as the teacher’s frustration grows and discover their funny reactions!

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 168 reviews

humor21 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features amusing animations and reactions that add to its charm.
It's a fun and lighthearted clicker game that provides a quick and entertaining experience.
Players appreciate the variety of upgrades and the humorous premise of annoying teachers.

The gameplay loop is repetitive and can become boring quickly, lacking depth for extended play.
There are technical issues, such as a lack of a proper exit option and long cooldowns between actions.
Many players feel the game is too short and lacks meaningful content beyond the initial novelty.

humor
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this clicker game is consistently praised for its light-hearted and mischievous tone, featuring exaggerated character reactions and amusing pranks that enhance the gameplay experience. Players find the humor charming and entertaining, making it a standout title in the idle-clicker genre, despite some noting the repetitive nature of the clicking mechanics. Overall, the game's funny cutscenes and character interactions contribute to its appeal as a fun distraction.
- “The humor is light-hearted, and watching the teachers' exaggerated reactions can be amusing.”
- “The characters, though simple, are expressive enough to make each prank and reaction feel funny and memorable.”
- “While the premise is simple, the humor and charm make it a standout in the idle-clicker genre.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics that cater to casual players, primarily involving repetitive tapping to execute pranks on a teacher. While the steady introduction of new pranks adds some freshness, the overall experience can quickly become monotonous, especially due to lengthy animations that interrupt the flow. Players may find enjoyment in short sessions, but the lack of depth and variety in mechanics limits its long-term appeal.
- “Simple mechanics suitable for casual play.”
- “The game’s mechanics are straightforward: players earn points by repeatedly tapping the screen to 'bash' the teacher with pranks and disruptions.”
- “However, the game’s progression system, which rewards players with a steady stream of new pranks and upgrades, keeps the gameplay loop engaging for those looking for casual entertainment.”
- “The animation reminds me of the cartoon Mr. Bean or some random unsettling kids' video you would see on YouTube. The gameplay looks like something for an iPhone game, and there's no way to exit the game without force closing the application.”
- “However, the gameplay loop can become repetitive quickly.”
- “Every few clicks/keystrokes, it plays a fairly lengthy death animation that interrupts gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a charming hand-drawn cartoon art style that complements its playful theme, enhancing the overall experience with cute visuals and engaging character reactions. Players appreciate the simplicity and appeal of the graphics, which contribute to the game's light-hearted atmosphere.
- “Has a cartoonish art style that fits the playful, light-hearted theme.”
- “The game's charm lies in its hand-drawn cartoon art style and the teacher's increasingly comical reactions as you pelt them with your chosen projectiles.”
- “The simplicity makes it easy to zone into with cute graphics and several upgrades.”
- “The graphics are overly simplistic and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “The cartoonish art style feels outdated and doesn't match the expectations for modern games.”
- “While the hand-drawn style is charming, it can sometimes come off as unpolished and inconsistent.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a mischievous student intent on annoying their teacher through various pranks, providing a humorous and engaging narrative that complements its classic clicker gameplay. Players appreciate the funny writing that enhances the overall experience.
- “Developed by Mini Playground, this game invites players to take on the role of a mischievous student who’s on a mission to annoy their teacher through a series of pranks and disruptions.”
- “A classic clicker, but the story is funny.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving players with little emotional investment in the outcome.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, often describing it as "very grindy," indicating that it requires repetitive tasks to progress.
- “The game feels excessively grindy, making progress feel tedious.”
- “I found the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive and frustrating.”
- “The amount of grinding required to level up is just too much.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features no in-game purchases, indicating a completely free-to-play experience without additional monetization strategies.
- “In-game purchases: none”
- “The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that there are no paywalls, allowing everyone to enjoy the game equally.”
- “The game feels like a cash grab with its aggressive in-game purchases.”
- “I was disappointed by the monetization strategy; it seems designed to exploit players rather than enhance the experience.”
- “The constant push for microtransactions ruins the immersion and enjoyment of the game.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is considered low, indicating that players may not find sufficient motivation to revisit it after completing it once.
- “Replayability is low.”
- “The game lacks incentives to play through again.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little reason to return.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant input lag due to poor optimization, leading to a frustrating user experience.
- “The game lags from input because it's poorly optimized.”
- “Performance issues make the game frustrating to play.”
- “The optimization is so bad that it affects the overall experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report a high level of stability, noting that they experience no issues with inputs or glitches during gameplay.