Bite the Bullet
- August 13, 2020
- Graffiti_Games
Appetizing gameplay and hilarious themes make for a tasty meal.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Bite the Bullet" is a roguelite RPG shooter where you must eat enemies and bullets to power up. Choose from four character classes based on your diet, with unique abilities and perks. Customize your character, craft weapons, and defeat zombies, robots, and bosses in this fast-paced shooter. Team up with a friend in co-op for even more bullets and chaos. Your choices in eating determine your playstyle and challenges in each run.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique eating mechanic that adds an interesting twist to the run-and-gun gameplay, allowing players to acquire skills based on their food preferences.
- The graphics and sound design are well-polished, creating an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- The game offers a lot of content, including a skill tree that allows for diverse playstyles and customization options.
- Controls can feel awkward and imprecise, which may hinder the overall gameplay experience.
- Levels tend to be long and repetitive, which can lead to a sense of fatigue and diminish the excitement of gameplay.
- The tutorial and game mechanics are poorly communicated, making it difficult for players to fully understand how to navigate the game effectively.
- story30 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story of "Bite the Bullet" is set in 1906 and revolves around a challenging 750-mile horse race across the American West, exploring the motivations and relationships of its diverse characters. While the plot is engaging and features unexpected twists, some reviewers feel it lacks depth in character development and has a somewhat abrupt ending that diminishes its impact. Overall, the film is praised for its interesting storyline, strong cast, and traditional approach to storytelling in a genre often marked by cynicism.
“Bite the Bullet’s plot certainly grabbed me: set in 1908, it centers on a grueling 750-mile horse race across the American West, with the winner getting a prize of $2,000, no small sum in those days.”
“The story revolves around the different characters entered in the race, their reasons for wanting to win, and how they relate to one another (not always smoothly).”
“In the 1970s when westerns were typically cynical, dark, and violent, Bite the Bullet went for a more traditional movie, and it works because when it comes right down to it, it's a good story.”
“And I think this has a lot to do with Brooks’ script, which to me, never adequately develops, or properly exploits, the full potential of his story’s premise.”
“However, I feel the strength of 'Bite the Bullet' is not so much a story of classes as it is the characters themselves.”
“If any of you know what I'm talking about here, I think you'll agree that this lopped-off finish to the story significantly changes its meaning, since the lop-off wipes out a beautiful irony that makes for a perfect ending to the film.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Bite the Bullet" is characterized by its solid run-and-gun mechanics and unique eating system that allows players to consume enemies for power-ups. While the graphics and overall fluidity of movement are praised, some players find the eating mechanic can disrupt the pace of action and make gameplay feel less impactful. Despite these issues, the game offers a nostalgic arcade experience with captivating visuals and a variety of content, though it may become repetitive over time.
“This game is a solid run & gun with good graphics and some interesting mechanics based around eating all enemies.”
“So far the gameplay is smooth; with no bugs or technical issues found within my hours of gameplay.”
“Bite the Bullet is a decent run-and-gun game; the eating mechanic was a fun addition to the style.”
“Game mechanics aren't communicated very well.”
“On the surface, the 'eating/looting' system is a neat gameplay element but bogs down the game instead of focusing on action like a Metal Slug or Contra game that it aspires to be like.”
“One thing I noticed while playing is it's really difficult to know what is going on on screen, and it makes decisions and mechanics available to you feel really unimpactful on play.”
- music13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack for its quality and ability to enhance the gaming experience, even noting an Oscar nomination for its score. However, some players find the music repetitive and lacking in quality. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong element that complements the game's visuals and atmosphere.
“If you can look past this and just focus on running and gunning - it feels very good, it looks gorgeous, and the soundtrack is great.”
“It's a fair game for the avid platformer gamers, and the background music suits the mood of the game.”
“First, its good points - the cinematography and musical score are both very good.”
“Music is repetitive and pretty bad.”
“Soundtrack music plays nearly nonstop except for an effective mute slo-mo climax.”
“Soundtrack music is repetitive and lacks variety.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are generally praised for their solid quality and unique art style, reminiscent of 90s retro games but enhanced with modern gameplay elements. While many appreciate the vibrant visuals and engaging soundtrack, some critiques highlight instances of graphic content that may be unsettling, particularly regarding themes of animal cruelty. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's nostalgic and comical atmosphere.
“Very cool art style and soundtracks.”
“Great art style, somewhat good/interesting mechanics (eating lets you transform and gives you boosts).”
“It is like a 90's retro game but with better gameplay and graphics.”
“Bite the Bullet is an aesthetically unappealing mess of ideas.”
“The video was too graphic.”
“It contained scenes of graphic horse abuse.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight strong performances from a talented cast, including Candice Bergen, Gene Hackman, and James Coburn, but criticize the direction and script for lacking depth, which undermines the actors' abilities. Overall, while the performances are praised, the optimization of the film's narrative and direction is seen as inadequate.
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a blend of funny and sad elements, with an entertaining narrative that resonates with players. Reviewers appreciate the comedic themes and engaging gameplay, highlighting the balance between humor and deeper emotional undertones. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a memorable experience.
“Funny, sad, and the ending is the best ever.”
“Overall, the film was very entertaining, funny, sad, and a good yarn.”
“Appetizing gameplay and hilarious themes make for a tasty meal.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development in "Bite the Bullet" is praised for its complexity and depth, contributing significantly to the film's overall impact, alongside impressive camera work.
“The character development and camera work are truly great.”
“"Bite the Bullet" is a complicated movie with a lot of character development.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, yet it contributes to the overall comedic and niche charm of the experience.
“It can get pretty tedious to progress your character, but it's one of the concepts that add to the game's comedic and niche approach.”
Critic Reviews
Bite the Bullet review
Bite the Bullet is a great game in theory, but framerate issues, loose controls, and oversized maps make it hard to recommend.
65%Bite The Bullet Review
Bite the Bullet is an aesthetically unappealing mess of ideas. Its shooting has some nutritional value, but it's bogged down by terrible presentation and lackluster execution.
50%You are what you eat and you clearly eat tough foods --- Bite the Bullet review
Bite the Bullet is a 2D side-scrolling shooter with an interesting eating mechanic. Choosing your food preferences and acquiring skills based on them is neat and clever, as is managing calorie, fat, and protein intake while devouring foes. Levels and enemies can get repetitive, but it's not that big of a deal.
85%
