Bloodbath Kavkaz

52%
Game Brain Score Based on 215 reviews
  • music
  • story
  • gameplay
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"Bloodbath Kavkaz" is a single-player shooter game set in the nightlife of Moscow with a unique storyline and eccentric humor. The game features a memorable soundtrack and immersive combat experience, despite some technical bugs. As described, players can expect a wild ride filled with intense action and a touch of stale shawarma.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

52%
Audience ScoreBased on 215 reviews
music15 positive mentions
stability23 negative mentions
  • The game has a unique and entertaining atmosphere, combining humor and chaotic gameplay reminiscent of Hotline Miami.
  • The soundtrack is enjoyable, featuring a mix of electronic and Russian-inspired music that enhances the experience.
  • Some players find the game to be a fun, albeit flawed, homage to Hotline Miami, with its own quirky charm.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, making it frustrating and often unplayable.
  • Controls are clunky and unresponsive, leading to a poor gameplay experience compared to its inspiration.
  • The game is criticized for being a blatant and poorly executed rip-off of Hotline Miami, lacking originality and polish.
  • music44 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the soundtrack as enjoyable and fitting the game's atmosphere, reminiscent of "Hotline Miami." However, others criticize it for being generic or annoying, with claims of unoriginality and issues surrounding the developers' acquisition of the tracks. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, it is often overshadowed by gameplay and originality concerns.

    • “The soundtrack is really good, I'll give the developers that.”
    • “The music and visuals come together to produce a game that actually gets what Hotline Miami games ought to feel like.”
    • “Beautiful soundtrack.”
    • “The music was okay, and the gameplay was okay fast-paced just like Hotline Miami.”
    • “I expected a game that didn't work, had exceptionally awful gameplay, ear-piercing music, and a story so cringeworthy and painful that I'd end up having no choice but to turn off the game.”
    • “The only positive thing I have to say about this game is some of the soundtrack; that aside, this game is not worth your time.”
  • story37 mentions

    The story of the game is widely criticized for being confusing, poorly translated, and lacking coherence, often leaving players bewildered by its nonsensical plot and reliance on outdated memes. While some find humor and charm in its chaotic narrative and violent themes, many agree that it serves primarily as a backdrop for gameplay rather than a compelling storyline. Overall, the narrative is seen as superficial and disjointed, with moments of absurdity that may appeal to a niche audience but fail to resonate with the majority.

    • “The story is sometimes random but interesting, aiming to be gritty with plenty of violence, profanity, and choices.”
    • “Crazy Russian version of Hotline Miami, fun to play, and has a cool story.”
    • “Great story based on memes and Kavkaz, slushai, da?”
    • “First off, the story was confusing. I know it’s supposed to be like Hotline Miami’s story, but even that game’s story was easier to understand than this.”
    • “The story only makes you think, 'What the hell am I reading?' all the time.”
    • “Partly due to the sloppy translation, the plot is a mess of people talking about criminals, Muslims, internet trolls, not-Putin, and virtual reality.”
  • gameplay34 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many comparing it unfavorably to "Hotline Miami" due to its clunky controls, unpolished mechanics, and a lack of originality. While some players appreciate the fast-paced, run-and-gun style and find it enjoyable, others criticize it for being buggy and unsatisfying, with a floaty feel and repetitive elements. Overall, the gameplay shows potential but requires significant improvements to reach its full potential.

    • “Really enjoyed the gameplay and the music.”
    • “Gameplay is fun and fast-paced.”
    • “The gameplay is after the last updates very much improved but still needs a lot of polishing.”
    • “Ignore the 'le epic mey mey xd' reviews; this game is trash. The controls are clunky, and the gameplay feels unsatisfying.”
    • “The whole gameplay consists of running and gunning, which would be fine if the game wasn't so broken and unpolished.”
    • “This is merely the tip of the unpolished gameplay, as playing the game feels floaty and weightless when you're moving the character, which leads to the character getting temporarily stuck on objects.”
  • graphics28 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users describing them as blurry, poorly executed, and reminiscent of low-quality MS Paint artwork. While some appreciate the unique art style and detail, the overall consensus is that the visuals are distracting and hinder gameplay, often making it difficult to see characters and actions clearly. Despite a few positive notes on customization options, the graphics are generally viewed as a significant drawback, especially when compared to similar titles like Hotline Miami.

    • “I gotta admit that it was a little too much even for me, but graphical options have surprisingly good customization.”
    • “Even though pixel graphics aren't too pretty, it still has plenty of details.”
    • “The music and visuals come together to produce a game that actually captures what Hotline Miami games ought to feel like.”
    • “The graphics are so blurry and over the top, half the time you can't see anything.”
    • “The visuals are a mess as all the screen effects do not mix well with the Microsoft Paint-like graphics.”
    • “Graphics look like they are from MS Paint; the game isn't even finished, with the developers promising multiplayer and level editor features to be released in July, yet they said that they're still looking for servers to host the multiplayer.”
  • stability23 mentions

    The game is widely criticized for its numerous glitches and bugs, which significantly impact gameplay stability. While some players find the experience enjoyable despite these issues, many report that the game is often unplayable due to freezing and erratic controls. Overall, the lack of polish and stability detracts from the overall enjoyment, leaving players frustrated.

    • “Fun and it has great jokes, but extremely glitchy; glitches ruin the whole game.”
    • “If it weren't for all of the bugs and glitches making it completely unplayable, I'd have put some time into this.”
    • “Bloodbath Kavkaz is a poorly made game filled with glitches, bad controls, terrible 'jokes', and horrible design.”
  • humor12 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as chaotic and entertaining, with a mix of broken English, outdated memes, and absurd storytelling that adds to its charm. While some find the humor hit-or-miss, particularly regarding stereotypes, many appreciate the hilarious dialogue and unique personality of the game, which keeps it engaging and less serious. Overall, it strikes a balance between being amusing and chaotic, appealing to those who enjoy a lighthearted gaming experience.

    • “The English is broken, the 'memes' are old, but that also is sort of a perk in my mind, and the 'story' is so out there it's hilarious.”
    • “The dialogue is hilarious and the attention to detail is surprisingly good.”
    • “But the game has such a unique and funny personality of its own.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its intensity, with elements like screaming and swearing enhancing the overall experience, though they may not appeal to everyone. Additionally, the music contributes positively to the immersive environment, making it enjoyable for the duration of gameplay.

    • “However, it has great music and atmosphere, and it's fun for the two hours you'll be playing it.”
    • “The screaming and swearing might disturb some players, but I think that this is exactly what fits into this game and its atmosphere.”
    • “This game's atmosphere is killer.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization is generally effective, as it runs smoothly on NVIDIA GTX 970 graphics cards; however, players with AMD cards initially faced significant performance issues. A recent patch has improved the situation for AMD users, but some optimization concerns remain.

    • “Runs smoothly on my GTX 970.”
    • “Edit: The devs somewhat fixed the AMD optimization issue in their recent patch.”
    • “This game is unplayable on an AMD card due to horrible optimization.”
    • “The developers somewhat fixed the AMD optimization issue in their recent patch.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding required for certain achievements to be excessive, noting it as a minor frustration that detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Grindy achievements.”
    • “It's a minor gripe, but the level of grinding you have to do for some of these is unreal.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is not clearly conveyed in the user's comment, which focuses on a technical glitch rather than any feelings or experiences related to the game's narrative or character development.

  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization in 2k17 is criticized as a cash grab, leading to widespread disappointment among players.

    • “2K17 is just another year of cash grabs and disappointments. I pray for nukes in California every night before bed.”
    • “The monetization in this game feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game items.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra.”
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