BEAR, VODKA, FALL OF BERLIN!
- May 18, 2020
- Rabotiagi games
In "Bear, Vodka, Fall of Berlin!", players assume the role of a Russian soldier on a mission to capture Berlin from Nazi forces. With unlimited ammo and the ability to restore health by drinking vodka, the game encourages players to battle their way through the city while embracing Russian culture and folk songs of the war years. The ultimate goal is to reach the Brandenburg Gate while eliminating as many enemies as possible.
Reviews
- The game is a fun and humorous experience, featuring a bear shooting Nazis while drinking vodka.
- It's easy to achieve 100% completion, making it great for achievement hunters.
- The graphics and sound design are praised, with many players enjoying the overall atmosphere and comedic elements.
- The gameplay is often described as bland and repetitive, with a very short campaign.
- Many players report bugs and issues with the menu and controls, leading to a frustrating experience.
- The game feels unfinished and lacks depth, with some reviewers suggesting it feels like an asset flip.
- story23 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story has received high praise for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, featuring a bear protagonist with a rich backstory that includes themes of loss and coping through humor and action. Players have noted the combination of stunning graphics, well-developed characters, and a captivating plot that ties seamlessly into the gameplay mechanics, making it a standout experience. Overall, the storytelling is described as a modern masterpiece that resonates deeply with players, often evoking strong emotional responses.
“The storyline and cinematography of this game is top notch and the gameplay is very fun and captivating.”
“A true masterpiece, with stunning graphics, flawless story and likeable characters.”
“This is the best game I've ever played, the plot is amazing, the drama, the action, the vodka, better than any movie ever made and it will tug at your heartstrings with hard-hitting dialogue, truly a modern masterpiece.”
“Not much of a story in this game - there is just one map.”
“(spoilers ahead), in the story, it is revealed that father bear has picked up a drinking habit so he can cope with the fear of not seeing his family ever again.”
“Its not a long mission and you always have the arcade mod which is what basically the other game were anyways.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is polarizing, with some players praising its innovative mechanics, captivating story, and impressive visuals, while others criticize it for being buggy and repetitive. Many highlight the enjoyable shooting mechanics and the integration of gameplay with the narrative, resulting in a highly engaging experience. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some rating the gameplay as exceptional and others finding it lacking.
“The storyline and cinematography of this game is top notch and the gameplay is very fun and captivating.”
“Not only is the third person shooter combat the best experience I've ever had in any form of video games, the gameplay mechanics tie back into the story.”
“This game features some of the most revolutionary and groundbreaking gameplay there is, as well as incredible visuals to complement it.”
“It's buggy and has bland, repetitive gameplay.”
“I have beaten the campaign and I have 6 minutes of bad gameplay.”
“Drink tons of vodka to survive 10 minutes of gameplay to write a negative review (92% 322 how on earth? mother Russia)”
- graphics11 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers awarding a perfect score of 10/10. Players praise the stunning visuals and innovative design, highlighting how they enhance the overall experience and complement the engaging story and gameplay mechanics. Despite minor issues like occasional graphical glitches, the consensus is that the graphics are impressive and contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
“A true masterpiece, with stunning graphics, flawless story and likeable characters.”
“This game features some of the most revolutionary and groundbreaking gameplay there is as well as incredible visuals to complement it.”
“Absolutely amazing, can't recommend it enough; the graphics are impeccable along with the gunplay and story.”
“The overall graphics are improving, but the buildings were doing a bizarre blinking thing (might be me, maybe I should lay off the vodka as well).”
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising the soundtrack as a standout feature, highlighting its charm and immersive quality, particularly the use of Russian folk songs. However, some users find the music repetitive and annoying, suggesting that it may not be enough to redeem the overall gameplay experience. Overall, while the soundtrack is often described as excellent, it seems to be the only aspect that consistently garners positive feedback.
“Purchased for the dynamic gameplay and immersive setting, stayed for the music.”
“10/10 this game should be nominated for best soundtrack.”
“Very charming indie game with Russian folk songs playing on loop.”
“Music is annoying, everything looks terrible, shooting is not great, keys are not rebindable (big shock), enemies are spongy and your weapons are both limited and kinda trashy, main menu is somehow busted.”
“Soviet music, which for our ears is a symphony of the fight against the enemy.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game series is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it consistently hilarious, particularly appreciating the comedic portrayal of characters like the bear.
“What a funny game series.”
“This game is so hilarious.”
“I will support you because the bear is funny.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its instability, with users reporting numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the gameplay is described as bland and repetitive, further impacting its stability.
“It's buggy and has bland, repetitive gameplay.”
“Buggy”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a gripping atmosphere, highlighted by a strong protagonist and a climactic boss fight between a bear and a machine, which leaves a lasting impression on players.
“This game has a gripping atmosphere and a very strong and solid protagonist.”
“The boss fight is a climactic duel between bear and machine, leaving a strong atmospheric impression.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional impact of the game is significant, with some players reporting intense feelings of sadness and tears during the opening moments. However, there are mixed feelings about the overall experience, as some find the emotional depth overshadowed by dissatisfaction with the gameplay.
“I cried in the first minutes of the game, and to this day can't hold back my tears when I see those first few moments.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability due to its short length, leading users to recommend purchasing it only when on sale.
“It is best to only buy this when it is on sale purely because the game is short and doesn't offer much replay value.”