Bernie’s Nightmare
- July 28, 2018
- Kevin Yang Games
In "Bernie's Nightmare," players navigate surreal environments filled with perplexing puzzles and eerie encounters. As Bernie, a man struggling with anxiety and nightmares, you must confront your fears and find a way to wake up from this unsettling dream world. The game offers a unique blend of adventure and horror elements, exploring mature themes like mental health while challenging players with mind-bending riddles.
Reviews
- Some players found the game enjoyable and appreciated its simplicity, stating it provided a fun experience despite its flaws.
- The game is considered a good value for its low price, with some players feeling it offers a decent amount of entertainment.
- A few players noted that the atmosphere and certain gameplay elements, like item collection and evasion, contributed to a thrilling experience.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and poor AI, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Many reviews criticized the graphics, sound, and overall lack of polish, describing it as unfinished and lacking depth.
- Several players felt the game was not worth purchasing, suggesting it should be free or that better alternatives exist.
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered basic and not impressive, with some comparisons made to characters like Gollum from "Lord of the Rings." While the visuals may not stand out, they do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The graphics are stunning, with incredible attention to detail that brings the game world to life.”
“The vibrant colors and smooth animations make for an immersive visual experience.”
“The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“The graphics aren't great; I mean, the game's enemy looks like Gollum from 'The Lord of the Rings.'”
“There are three difficulties, each of which gives a more aggressive AI and darker graphics.”
“Graphics are basic.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence or lack of depth, with many users noting that it feels incomplete or underdeveloped, leaving players wanting a more cohesive narrative to enhance the overall experience.
“The storyline is concise yet impactful, drawing players in from the very beginning.”
“The addition of a deeper narrative enhances the overall experience, making the entire game feel more cohesive.”
“There's no story.”
“The storyline is very short.”
“The game needs a more developed story to make the whole experience more coherent.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the repetitive melody overly loud and lacking in variety, particularly in terms of creating a scary atmosphere. Despite these criticisms, a few users still enjoyed the soundtrack, though they noted issues with volume control and bugs.
“We enjoyed it though, but it had some bugs and I think the music was too loud.”
“There's not even any scary music.”
“The soundtrack is the same simple melody played over and over again too loudly, with no option to turn it down.”
“I enjoyed it, but it had some bugs and I think the music was too loud.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its brevity, lasting only about 15 minutes, and the main character's sluggish movement, with the running function offering minimal speed improvement.
“There's roughly 15 minutes of gameplay, mostly because the main character's movement is so terribly slow; the 'run' function is barely 10% faster than base movement speed.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks any real challenge, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are unresponsive, which makes even simple tasks frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally well-received, with users noting its quality, though some mention that loading times are slightly slow but still manageable.
“The atmosphere is immersive and captivating, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The game's ambiance is beautifully crafted, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The atmosphere is rich and detailed, making every moment feel alive.”