Battle Bears -1
- December 23, 2020
- SkyVu
Get on SteamBattle Bears -1 is a quirky 3D shooter game with humor-filled campaigns, giant bosses, and a variety of eccentric weapons. Players control Oliver, Riggs, or Wil, defending the Ursa Major spaceship from bizarre cosmic enemies. Gameplay involves moving with WASD or arrow keys, looking around with the mouse, firing with left click, pausing with Esc, switching weapons with the mouse scroll or number keys, and accessing the map with Tab. This PC version includes all three campaigns, HD cutscenes, and new visual effects.
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Reviews
- The game is a nostalgic trip, bringing back fond childhood memories for many players.
- Gameplay is fun and engaging, with a unique blend of humor and action that appeals to both old fans and new players.
- The PC port is generally well-received, with improved controls and frame rates compared to the original mobile version.
- The game suffers from various bugs, including audio issues and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
- Some players have reported problems with cutscenes not loading properly and inconsistent sound mixing.
- While the game is enjoyable, it lacks polish in certain areas, reflecting its origins as a mobile game.
- music14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with players noting issues such as pitch distortion and volume inconsistencies that detract from the overall experience. While the soundtrack itself is appreciated, the technical problems, including shifting audio channels and outdated quality, have led to frustration among users. Many hope for future patches to address these music-related bugs.
“If you have headphones on, you can even hear the music shifting a little from the left to the right channels as you turn in-game.”
“Shame since this soundtrack is great.”
“But overall, if the stutters and weird pitch shift of the music is gone, it's definitely a great way to goof off with this game.”
“The music actually loses its pitch over time, becoming more and more distorted by the end of a level.”
“Only issue I've had so far is that music seems to distort in-game sometimes.”
“The music quality seems a bit outdated.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its fun mechanics and nostalgic appeal, while others criticize the design flaws, such as glitchy transitions between gameplay and cutscenes and issues with unpausing. Despite these drawbacks, the shooting mechanics are highlighted as strong, and the overall experience remains enjoyable.
“But to be totally honest, I think the gameplay and cutscenes have held up fine.”
“Still a very good game, the shooting mechanics are really good and the cutscenes are really charming.”
“This game is nostalgically perfect; the story is perfect, and the gameplay is a little to be desired for Oliver, but besides all of that, this game is amazing.”
“Such a shame Oliver has such poor gameplay design.”
“Transitions from gameplay to cutscenes (and vice-versa) are generally really glitchy looking.”
“Unpausing with the Esc key will leave your mouse on the screen during gameplay.”
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story of the game is highly praised for its intriguing lore and nostalgic appeal, captivating players both during its original release and in later years. Many users express a desire for further expansion of the narrative and a conclusion to the storyline, highlighting its impact on their gaming experiences. Despite some gameplay bugs, the overall sentiment is that the story remains a standout feature that resonates with fans.
“Amazing game with amazing lore and story.”
“Genuinely wished Skyvu did more with this franchise, expanded more on the lore and story, and didn’t remove the original games from the app store.”
“This game blew my school's mind when we were young, children running from person to person to even catch a glimpse of the game and story, and 3 days into people playing it when most had finished the game everyone was freaking out about the ending and where it would go next.”
“I hope we get a conclusion to the story one day.”
“I genuinely wished Skyvu did more with this franchise, expanded more on the lore and story, and didn’t remove the original games from the app store.”
“This game blew my school's mind when we were young, with children running from person to person to even catch a glimpse of the game and story. Three days into people playing it, when most had finished the game, everyone was freaking out about the ending and where it would go next.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the Battle Bears series is widely praised for its charm and comedic elements, featuring funny scenarios like bears with guns and quirky character interactions. Players appreciate the mid-2000s humor that adds a unique appeal, making the game enjoyable and memorable. Despite some technical issues, the overall comedic tone and character development contribute significantly to the game's popularity.
“If you've never played Battle Bears, I recommend giving this game and Battle Bears 1 a chance. The humor is amazing, the lore is pretty interesting, and the characters are awesome!”
“This became my favorite game! The humor is spot on, the action is epic, and the character development is just flawless. I am in love with this series so much; I hope they bring the other Battle Bears games. I need more Battle Bears in my life!”
“Funny bears with guns shooting colorful bears that want to hug you to death.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that while the game has experienced significant bugs in the past, recent updates have improved its stability, particularly on PC. However, some issues persist, especially with the iOS version, which has been affected by broader compatibility challenges. Despite these stability concerns, players still find the game enjoyable.
“I love this game to death, but I needed some way to let the devs know how buggy it can be.”
“Especially when the iOS version was buggy, but even then you can barely catch it when Apple keeps messing over 32-bit games.”
“Buggy but fun!”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the graphics are considered outdated and poor by some users, this does not detract from their overall enjoyment of the game.
“Sure, it's old, and the graphics are terrible, but that can't stop me from loving it.”
“The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“I was really disappointed with the graphics; they feel like they belong to a much earlier generation.”
