BIGFOOT
- January 30, 2017
- CyberLight Game Studio
- 6h median play time
"Bigfoot" is a first-person shooter game that takes place in a open world forest environment. Players assume the role of a researcher searching for evidence of Bigfoot while fighting off hostile creatures and environmental dangers. The game features day and night cycles, dynamic weather, and a crafting system for players to create new items and equipment.
Reviews
- gameplay434 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the cooperative elements and the thrill of hunting Bigfoot, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many users noted that the mechanics can feel clunky and buggy, detracting from the overall experience, and that the gameplay loop often consists of long periods of downtime with little action. Despite its potential and engaging atmosphere, the game is seen as needing significant improvements in mechanics and variety to enhance replayability and enjoyment.
“The gameplay in Bigfoot is superbly crafted, offering a perfect balance between survival and horror elements.”
“The mechanics are intuitive and well-thought-out, making the game accessible for new players while still providing depth for seasoned gamers.”
“The cooperative gameplay adds a layer of strategy and excitement, as players can coordinate their efforts and cover more ground.”
“There is very little here resembling gameplay, and each match consists mainly of downtime.”
“The gameplay loop consists of scouring the map for 6 minutes to look for guns and ammo, and then 10 minutes of sitting perfectly still doing nothing, hoping that Bigfoot targets another player instead.”
“Unfortunately, I found Bigfoot to be a lackluster game with repetitive gameplay, unpolished graphics, and lack of depth in its mechanics.”
- graphics376 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received a mixed response from players, with many praising the stunning environmental design and immersive visuals that enhance the horror experience. However, some users have noted performance issues and optimization problems, particularly on lower-end systems, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics are often described as impressive and beautiful, there are calls for further improvements and optimizations to fully realize their potential.
“The game’s graphics are stunning, with meticulously detailed environments that bring the forest to life.”
“The graphics are impressive, creating an immersive and hauntingly beautiful forest setting that perfectly complements the suspenseful atmosphere.”
“With stunning graphics that will have you mistaking pixelated trees for the real deal and audio so immersive you'll swear Bigfoot is breathing down your neck, this game is a sensory overload of epic proportions.”
“Unfortunately, I found Bigfoot to be a lackluster game with repetitive gameplay, unpolished graphics, and lack of depth in its mechanics.”
“The graphics and animations are mediocre at best, and the environment feels generic and uninspired.”
“This game is trash... it has very poor content, the graphics are bad and I don't even want to mention the optimization.”
- stability230 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly disrupt gameplay. Many users have experienced issues such as freezing during matches, AI malfunctions, and game-breaking errors, leading to frustration and a sense that the game is unfinished. While some players find humor in the glitches, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial improvements in stability to enhance the gaming experience.
“For early access, it's not too buggy in its current state.”
“It does run mostly bug free, though, surprisingly.”
“Game looks and runs great; that's about all it has going for it.”
“The game itself is great, but I haven't been able to load into a single match for about an entire year; every single time I try to join a match, it freezes on the loading screen and I have to force close it.”
“The idea and atmosphere are great, but the rest is unfortunately a buggy, unfinished mess.”
“Currently, there are a lot of bugs; for example, it freezes the game a lot.”
- humor227 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is predominantly highlighted as a source of enjoyment, especially when played with friends, leading to numerous hilarious moments and interactions. Players often find the game's mechanics and glitches amusing, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere despite its horror elements. While solo play can be more serious and less funny, the overall consensus is that the game excels in delivering comedic experiences during multiplayer sessions.
“This game is super funny, even when you are bigfoot, the hijinks ensue!”
“It's a good game if you're playing with friends while live streaming, makes for good content and really funny jokes.”
“The encounters with bigfoot are very funny and worrying at the same time, especially when you're out of supplies and wandering through the woods at night.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
“I expected more laughs, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
“The humor is outdated and doesn't resonate with today's audience.”
- story141 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 77 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and structure, with many players noting that it feels shallow and unengaging. While there are elements of mystery and intrigue, such as the quest to debunk the myth of Bigfoot, the absence of a compelling narrative or side missions leaves players wanting more. Suggestions for improvement include adding a dedicated story mode and more character backstories to enhance the overall experience.
“Is a great balance between a mystery thriller, survival, and horror game in a way if following the story of each map.”
“In this spine-tingling extravaganza, you embark on a quest to debunk the age-old myth of Bigfoot.”
“The story is beautifully paced with some fast-paced scenes and slower ones that develop the characters.”
“A lack of compelling side missions or story elements leaves the game feeling shallow.”
“I assumed in the new update they'd introduce a story to the game, but currently you can only find long and uninteresting notes from the dead campers.”
“Half the information on your screen is pointless, there is no story arc and it feels entirely lazy.”
- atmosphere100 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, featuring dense forests, haunting sound design, and a constant sense of tension that keeps players on edge. Many reviewers highlight the stunning graphics and the effective use of ambient sounds, which contribute to a captivating and suspenseful experience, especially during encounters with Bigfoot. However, some players note that while the atmosphere is strong, the gameplay can become repetitive or flawed over time, detracting from the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is intensely captivating, with vast, dense forests, eerie sounds, and the constant feeling of being watched.”
“The graphics are impressive, creating an immersive and hauntingly beautiful forest setting that perfectly complements the suspenseful atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere created by the fog and all of the forest noises are great, and successfully make you creeped out!”
“Some good jump scares but quite a tedious game to play with little to no atmosphere, until, pop, bigfoot is on you.”
“When the antagonist of a game is this aggressive and totally unavoidable it ruins the eerie and scary atmosphere that follows you throughout the game.”
“For the amount of time this game has been out, I really don't see how this game couldn't have developed more gear and atmosphere changes.”
- replayability78 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The replayability of Bigfoot is a mixed bag among players. While some appreciate its dynamic elements, varied maps, and the ability to play as either the hunter or Bigfoot, many others criticize the game for its limited content and repetitive gameplay, especially after a few rounds. Overall, the game shows potential for replayability, particularly in multiplayer settings, but currently lacks sufficient depth and variety to keep players engaged long-term.
“Bigfoot offers high replay value, thanks to its varied maps, dynamic AI, and different difficulty levels.”
“Surprisingly replayable, featuring many creative tactics and strategies for both hunters and Bigfoot himself.”
“The new update made this game so much more fun and replayable.”
“Missing polish, proximity chat issues, lack of replayability that doesn't justify its price despite its development time.”
“The game unfortunately gets very repetitive, so in terms of replayability, this game falls flat.”
“I feel honestly robbed for having purchased this for me and two of my friends; it has incredibly limited replayability value, it's quite buggy and for some reason my audio keeps cutting out.”
- optimization44 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players reporting frequent lags, bugs, and performance issues that significantly detract from the experience. While some users note decent graphics and smooth performance on higher-end systems, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, especially for lower-end PCs, leading to instability and crashes. Many reviewers recommend waiting for further updates to address these optimization concerns before purchasing.
“Nice graphics, runs smoothly, cool maps and items.”
“This is a good game and has potential but it needs better optimization.”
“Great hunting mechanics, excellent co-op experience, game runs smoothly and is visually nice.”
“This game is poorly optimized, do not play it if you value your money.”
“Furthermore, the game's optimization leaves a lot to be desired.”
“Fun, however since the last update it's become a buggy, unoptimized mess.”
- grinding43 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 47 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized, with players noting that it can be excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to achieve progress. While some find enjoyment in multiplayer settings, the repetitive nature of tasks and the slow pacing detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like a chore than fun gameplay. Many reviewers suggest that the game could benefit from a more engaging approach to its mechanics to alleviate the grind.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Lots of grinding.”
“A bit grindy sometimes.”
“With friends it's okay, but after a few nights with no Bigfoot to be seen, it gets tedious trying to get its absolute hunk of a health bar down to 0.”
“The game isn't hard, just tedious and so mind-numbing... it was plain boring.”
“Bigfoot loses his 'scary' factor very quickly once the shock factor is gone and you learn his movement patterns, and becomes a grindy bullet sponge to kill.”
- music36 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with haunting melodies and suspenseful soundscapes that effectively heighten tension during gameplay. Players appreciate the strategic use of music, which creates a sense of urgency and immersion, while also noting the quality of ambient sounds that contribute to the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong asset, elevating the game's horror elements and engaging players throughout their adventure.
“The music is perfectly suited to the game’s theme, with haunting melodies and crescendos that elevate the suspense.”
“The ambience and background music create a sense of awe and mystery at first but later suspense as you realize...something is watching you.”
“The ever-improving graphics and soundtrack create an unbeatable atmosphere, and combined with surprisingly deep mechanics, they lift this game far above most of those in the survival horror genre into a really unique, refreshing single player experience.”
“The music does its job by keeping a constant sense of urgency and alarms you when Bigfoot is near.”
“The ambience and background music create a sense of awe and mystery at first but later suspense as you realize... something is watching you.”
“The music is sparse but used effectively to heighten moments of suspense and danger.”
- monetization14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game has been widely criticized, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to its early access status and the presence of microtransactions. Despite some acknowledging that the developers seem to care about the game, the overall sentiment is that the pricing is unjustified given the game's quality and lack of content. Many reviewers recommend avoiding the game altogether, suggesting that it does not provide value for the money spent.
“But this game has good monetization.”
“I would highly recommend it.”
“The worst gaming experience I have ever had. No servers, and it feels like a cash grab. The gameplay is stale, and the entire game looks like it was hastily put together. There are microtransactions in an early access game, which is unacceptable. I don't recommend it; it's not worth anyone's time.”
“I hate to say it, but this game feels like a cash grab.”
“This game is still a cash grab and not worth a single cent; I wouldn't even play it for free.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, with many reporting moments of genuine tears, both from joy and frustration. The immersive experience, enhanced by beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay, evokes a range of feelings, from attachment to heartbreak, making it a memorable journey for those who invest their time in it. Despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics, the emotional highs and lows contribute significantly to the overall experience.
“I don't know why, but I have developed an emotional attachment to this game as of now.”
“I cried.”
“Heartbreaking.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its epic design, indicating that the characters are well-crafted and visually impressive, contributing to a strong overall narrative experience.
“The character design is truly epic, showcasing a depth that enhances the overall experience.”
“The development of each character is incredibly well-crafted, making them feel real and relatable.”
“I love how the character design evolves throughout the game, reflecting their growth and experiences.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
“I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices that impact character growth throughout the game.”
“The characters seem one-dimensional, and their arcs don't evolve in a way that feels satisfying or engaging.”