Bertram Fiddle Episode 2: A Bleaker Predicklement

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A Bleaker Predicklement is a hilarious AND mysterious point and click adventure game. At long last Bertram Fiddle, leading Victorian Explorer, is able to continue his greatest adventure yet and resume the hunt for Geoff the Murderer. With more puzzles, peculiar pigeons and puns A Bleaker Predicklement is full of everything you loved about Episode 1 and so much more. Join Bertram as he finds himse…

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Audience ScoreBased on 124 reviews

story19 positive mentions

stability29 negative mentions

The game features charming visuals and a humorous storyline filled with puns and witty dialogue.
It offers a longer gameplay experience compared to the first episode, with more complex puzzles and engaging characters.
Despite its bugs, many players found the game enjoyable and fun, especially for fans of point-and-click adventures.

The game is plagued with numerous bugs, including animation glitches, audio issues, and game-breaking problems that hinder the overall experience.
Many players felt the ending was rushed and unsatisfying, with unresolved plot points and a lack of polish.
Some puzzles were considered illogical or overly complicated, leading to frustration and confusion among players.

story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
44%
8%
The story is generally praised for its intriguing plot, humor, and character development, with many enjoying the Victorian-inspired themes and clever puns. However, some reviewers noted pacing issues, particularly with side quests that detracted from the main narrative, and expressed disappointment with the sequel's execution and unresolved plot threads. Overall, while the story offers enjoyable twists and engaging dialogue, it suffers from inconsistencies and technical problems that can hinder the experience.
- “The story has fun twists and turns and the characters are still as lovely weird as ever.”
- “I absolutely loved their sense of humor :) The story moved at a good pace and I never found myself tiring of it or getting stuck in the rut of 'why am I here again?'.”
- “The dialogues are very funny and the story is quite interesting.”
- “It's a sidetrack that has almost nothing to do with the main story, contains many of the game's worst puzzles in a game full of bad puzzles, and it brings in an HP Lovecraft theme that isn't incorporated in an interesting or original way and has nothing to do with anything else going on in the game.”
- “Unfortunately, the setting and jokes only carry so far without becoming a bit stale, and I think the game could have done with delivering the story slightly faster and less backtracking, as that often didn’t add to the experience, but rather felt like it just added time.”
- “Many plot threads are left unsolved obviously for a sequel that never happened.”
humor
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
8%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its hilarious voice acting, clever puns, and light-hearted tone. While some players found parts of the humor to be hit-or-miss or overshadowed by bugs, the overall comedic elements, including character interactions and witty dialogues, contribute to an enjoyable experience. Fans of quirky and irreverent humor are likely to appreciate the game's charm and comedic style.
- “Hilarious voice acting.”
- “I absolutely loved their sense of humor :) The story moved at a good pace and I never found myself tiring of it or getting stuck in the rut of 'why am I here again?'.”
- “This is a fun point & click that made me laugh out loud several times and a decent continuation of part 1.”
- “The bad voice acting and unfunny humor becomes increasingly annoying as the game drags on.”
- “The attempts at humor fall flat and often feel forced, making the experience less enjoyable.”
- “The jokes are stale and lack creativity, leaving players feeling more frustrated than entertained.”
stability
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues, including animation problems, audio inconsistencies, and game-breaking errors. Many players noted that while the game has potential and enjoyable elements, its buggy nature significantly detracts from the overall experience. Despite some updates aimed at addressing these issues, the game remains unstable and is often described as feeling rushed and incomplete.
- “Incredibly buggy at launch and later abandoned by the developer with a host of annoying and game-breaking bugs still remaining.”
- “The game was okay as a point and click adventure, but the enjoyment was really ruined by how buggy the gameplay was.”
- “It's filled to the brim with bugs, ranging from animation glitches, dialog loops, and I finally hit a point where the game consistently freezes.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The graphics of Bertram Fiddle Part 2 are praised for their colorful, hand-drawn art style that maintains the charm of the first game, featuring appealing animations and interesting character designs. While some users noted occasional graphical glitches and odd placements, the overall visual presentation is considered engaging and enhances the game's humorous atmosphere. The combination of vibrant visuals and clever puns contributes to a delightful gaming experience.
- “Pretty visuals, interesting characters, varying locations per chapter, and plenty of word jokes; I enjoyed this game for what it is.”
- “The graphics and animations were just as appealing as the first one, and the puns -- serving double duty as clues to puzzles -- still brought chuckles.”
- “The graphics are sharper but still have the same enticing yet grotesque charm the first game offered.”
- “I didn’t encounter any bugs apart from 3 achievements not working, but sometimes the visuals, like the placement of hats, items, and interactions, can be off and look weird.”
- “The sound volume was not consistent in the version I played, and there were quite a few glitches and bugs in the graphics - but this was within the first week of release.”
- “As long as you're not the type to fly into a fit of rage over the occasional graphical glitch or so forth, you should be fine.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise for its diversity and quality, featuring a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the brilliant voice acting and the nostalgic '70s tunes, which complement the engaging characters and settings. Despite some technical issues, the musical elements contribute significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere.
- “The characters, dialogs, puns, and music were brilliant, like in the previous game.”
- “Again, amazing voice acting, '70s music that I liked a lot, many familiar (from episode 1) and new characters to encounter, and some really exciting locations to explore!”
- “It has a great musical score that changes with each scene, and the little sound effects and such are quite enjoyable to behold.”
- “From UI glitches to audio issues, my music cut out halfway through the game and didn't come back until I closed out the game and reopened it.”
- “The music is better and more diverse.”
- “Ignoring the bugs, this game is impressive to me for its art, character voices, and background music.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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24%
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Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players enjoying the elaborate puzzles and humor, while others faced significant bugs that hindered their enjoyment. While the mechanics generally function well, issues like tedious navigation and occasional game-breaking glitches were reported, particularly in specific areas. Overall, the game offers a longer playtime than its predecessor, but the presence of bugs has impacted the overall gameplay experience for some users.
- “It's certainly more amusing (constant smile with a couple of belly laughs), and the gameplay is more elaborate, the puzzles less straightforward, better.”
- “Longer than the first one, this game is more of the same, including the charming style, solid humor, and fun gameplay experience we can now confidently expect from the series.”
- “The first episode can be finished within 2 hours, but this game is considerably longer and offers around 6-9 hours of gameplay with more things to do.”
- “The game was okay as a point-and-click adventure, but the enjoyment was really ruined by how buggy the gameplay was.”
- “My worst experience of bugs was in the mechanical toys shop; I had to restart more than five times because I could not do anything.”
- “Many bugs are cosmetic, but I got 9 hours of gameplay in only to have a problem obtaining a key that caused me to have to completely restart the game.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly due to the slow start and the need to run around while figuring out objectives. While the mechanics function well, the initial puzzles and plot progression can feel laborious, impacting overall engagement.
- “The mechanics all work fine (maybe except some of the achievements...), although the running around can get a little tedious in the end, especially while you're still trying to figure out what to do.”
- “Furthermore, the plot itself is constructed in such a way that it isn't even terribly interesting with a very tedious, slow start.”
- “There's a tedious 'puzzle' at the start, but it picks up after that.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of Bertram Fiddle Episode 1 is characterized by its charming art style, quirky character designs, and a delightful blend of British wit and humor, creating an engaging and whimsical experience for players.
- “I was drawn to Bertram Fiddle Episode 1 due to the art style and was surprised by what a charming little game it was - great atmosphere, weird noses, the wits of Brits, and puns to die for!”

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