Bloodshore

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 310 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • gameplay
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While the narrative might be a little predictable, for its low price, great acting, and endless replayability, Bloodshore is a must-play for those looking to delve into the world of FMV.
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"Bloodshore" is an interactive action movie game where you control the fate of Nick, a down-on-his-luck actor, in a brutal battle royale reality TV show. Shooting for 8 hours of FMV footage, your decisions impact the story, relationships with other characters, and can reveal the dark secrets of Bloodshore Island. From the creators of "The Complex" and "Five Dates," your choices determine if Nick survives and exposes the truth.

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 310 reviews
story35 positive mentions
gameplay4 negative mentions
  • The game features a fun and campy storyline that combines elements of battle royale and reality TV, making it entertaining for fans of the genre.
  • There are multiple paths and endings, providing good replayability and encouraging players to explore different choices.
  • The production quality is decent, with engaging cinematography and a mix of humorous and dramatic moments that keep the experience lively.
  • The acting quality is inconsistent, with some performances feeling amateurish and detracting from the overall immersion.
  • Many scenes are repetitive, and the inability to skip previously viewed content can make replaying the game tedious.
  • The plot has significant logical gaps and inconsistencies, which can lead to confusion and frustration for players trying to follow the story.
  • story141 mentions

    The story of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its engaging premise and branching narratives, while others criticize it for being predictable and riddled with plot holes. Many players appreciate the interactive elements and character choices that influence the outcome, but feel that the overall execution lacks depth and coherence, often leading to a linear experience despite the multiple endings. Overall, while the concept is intriguing and reminiscent of popular battle royale themes, the execution leaves much to be desired, with uneven acting and a narrative that can feel forced or nonsensical.

    • “The characters are a hilarious mix of the desperate and deranged, and the plot twists are wilder than a reality show elimination.”
    • “Bloodshore is an awesome FMV, it has an amazing story, with amazing twists along the way. Wales Interactive makes the best FMV games without a shadow of a doubt.”
    • “Really enjoyed it, fantastic characters and story plus quite a bit of branching options.”
    • “The plot takes an unnecessary and unbelievable turn into 'the games are actually rigged and the endings are AI deepfakes'.”
    • “Half an hour in, the videos are unskippable even on repeat, there are gaping plot inconsistencies, and the acting for 95% of the cast is absolutely ghastly.”
    • “The overall plot is predictable nonsense and the characters are stupefyingly shallow and irritating.”
  • humor24 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of dark, campy, and absurd elements, often drawing comparisons to B-movies and reality shows. Players appreciate the hilarious character interactions and plot twists, which balance comedic moments with more serious themes. While some find the humor to be cheesy or lacking depth, many agree that it provides an entertaining experience filled with both laughter and unexpected twists.

    • “The characters are a hilarious mix of the desperate and deranged, and the plot twists are wilder than a reality show elimination.”
    • “This game/movie had me laughing my ass off and having a good time as I watched.”
    • “Bloodshore is just good dumb fun with plenty of violence, a dash of mystery, and some hilarious characters perfectly cast to expertly act out this campy script.”
    • “The humor feels cheap and unoriginal, lacking any real wit or cleverness.”
    • “It's unpleasant and unfunny, missing the social and moral points that could have made it engaging.”
    • “There’s no replay value; the jokes fall flat and quickly become tiresome.”
  • gameplay23 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a choice-driven format typical of FMV games, where players select options at various intervals, leading to multiple endings and some replayability. However, many users criticize the repetitive nature of scenes, poorly implemented skip mechanics, and a lack of meaningful variation in gameplay, which detracts from the overall experience. While the production quality is noted as high, the gameplay is often described as mediocre within the anthology series, with some players expressing frustration over the pacing and context of certain scenes.

    • “Being an FMV, gameplay is also a simple concept and revolves around you selecting choices when they’re offered at various intervals.”
    • “Gameplay is short at roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes, but there are several different endings adding to replayability.”
    • “There are a few quirks and issues with the story and the mechanics, but it is corny and fun!”
    • “Fairly high production quality, but it's the usual Wales Interactive 'see a few scenes and make a decision that may or may not actually change things' gameplay.”
    • “In previous games they had that, but massively messed up on the skip mechanic, so you had to sit and watch 80% repeats between new content.”
    • “So far, the worst FMV I have played, with a generally unlikeable cast, bad skip mechanic when it comes to re-watching already-seen footage, and some continuity issues.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally praised for their slickness and quality, particularly in the context of its FMV style, which enhances the immersive experience. However, some users feel that the overall aesthetic can come off as cheap and tacky, which, while fitting for the game's theme, detracts from the overall presentation. Despite these criticisms, the visual elements effectively contribute to the game's narrative and atmosphere.

    • “The graphics are slick, and the action never stops.”
    • “Think of a choose-your-own-adventure book, albeit with visuals.”
    • “Being an FMV, graphical fidelity is a question of the quality of the footage, and in Bloodshore, it's mostly good.”
    • “The whole game felt uncomfortably cheap and tacky, which in part works because it suits the nature of the show it’s set in, but there are scenes we see that aren’t broadcast to TV.”
    • “Being an FMV, graphical fidelity is a question of the quality of the footage, and in Bloodshore it's mostly good.”
    • “It seemed like the story was written by an algorithm trying to appeal to a younger demographic but at the same time alienating and annoying that demographic.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its fitting 80s synthwave vibe that complements the dystopian theme and reality TV aesthetic. However, some players found the soundtrack less impressive compared to previous titles and noted issues with sound mixing during gameplay. Overall, while the music enhances the experience for some, others felt it fell short of expectations.

    • “The game was great with nice special effects and a good soundtrack, and the story was gripping, too.”
    • “I loved the 80's synth feel to the music track as well.”
    • “The game soundtrack fits the theme of a tacky, for-the-masses reality TV show well.”
    • “"Bloodshore" is set in a dystopian modern world, but for some reason the style of TV shows and ads we see looks like they are from the early eighties; even the soundtrack has this 80s vibe.”
    • “The soundtrack is a bit less than what I was expecting from having played "The Complex" and "Late Shift."”
  • replayability7 mentions

    The game offers moderate replayability due to multiple paths and endings, encouraging players to explore different choices, though it can be completed in about 90 minutes. While some players enjoyed replaying for achievements and varied experiences, others felt the overall value did not justify the price, citing a lack of depth and originality.

    • “Finished the game five times to get the achievements, and I barely completed half of the scenes available, so that's awesome for replayability. If you are wondering what the game offers?”
    • “If you want to play a survivor-like game and see how it would play out if you made different decisions, I highly recommend it for a fun couple of hours with replay value in seeing the different paths you can take on the journey.”
    • “You can tell they wanted some replayability in this game.”
    • “However, even though there is replayability with multiple choices, the game can be finished in 90 minutes or so, so definitely not worth the full price tag.”
    • “There are multiple paths and endings, as is typical for this genre, so it's replayable to a small extent, and you can make it even funnier.”
    • “Cheap, unoriginal, unpleasant, unfunny, missing social and moral points, and have no replay value.”
  • optimization7 mentions

    The optimization of Bloodshore has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the engaging action and story, while others criticized the inconsistent quality of the actors' performances and the unrealistic portrayal of firefights. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be overshadowed by the uneven execution of its narrative and character portrayals.

    • “Despite all the odds, Bloodshore is overall a good game with lots of action and twists, offering a successful change for a few hours on a cold and wet November day.”
    • “I enjoyed the actors' performances and played through multiple times to find out more about the story.”
    • “The acting was generally passable, with some performances being way over the top.”
    • “They had no experience in shooting guns, so a lot of firefights without recoil, blood looked overly fake, and well, the performances of the actors weren't all on par.”
    • “The acting was generally passable with some performances being way over the top.”
    • “They behave exactly as you would expect, and the inexperienced actors really ham up their performances for the sake of fulfilling these tropes to their fullest.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, particularly due to issues with skipping previously watched scenes, which hampers replayability. Additionally, the need for extensive grinding to achieve certain goals, such as achievement farming, is seen as uninspired and burdensome, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “For achievement farming, that is especially true; even subtle differences can stand in the way.”
    • “Tedious, uninspired performances and a terribly annoying host.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its immersive qualities, particularly in the FMV genre, which enhances the survival experience and allows for player choice. However, the poor acting detracts from the overall immersion, making it difficult for players to connect with the characters. The blend of deliberate grotesqueness and playful elements contributes to a unique, b-movie vibe.

    • “The FMV genre allows you to fully immerse the player in the atmosphere of survival, giving them the opportunity to fully choose their own path.”
    • “The characters very vividly recreate the atmosphere of the B-movie, where deliberate grotesqueness is intertwined with swanky fun.”
    • “Good atmosphere.”
    • “But the poor acting does not allow players to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of survival games or empathize with the heroes.”
    • “The characters vividly recreate the atmosphere of a B-movie, where deliberate grotesqueness is intertwined with campy fun.”
    • “The FMV genre allows players to fully immerse themselves in the atmosphere of survival, giving them the opportunity to choose their own path.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization of "Bloodshore" has been criticized as a lazy cash grab, with users feeling that the game resembles an advertisement rather than a fully developed experience. The retro aesthetic and soundtrack contribute to a perception of poor production quality, further detracting from its value.

    • “Unfortunately, this is just an advertisement.”
    • “Or, at its worst, it's a poorly produced piece of detritus and a lazy cash grab.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The game elicits a mix of emotions, featuring heart-wrenching moments and dark humor, though some players find the story and characters lacking depth, leading to a sense of disappointment given the price. Overall, it is recognized for its emotional impact despite criticisms of its narrative engagement.

    • “Other than that, nice game with a sense of dark humor and heart-wrenching moments, almost like PUBG, but with a story and bits of emotions thrown in.”
    • “So little interaction and such a boring story with boring characters is, alas, not worth a thumbs up, because the price is too high for what you receive.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users have reported issues with stability, specifically experiencing screen freezes during certain choices, and despite attempting various troubleshooting methods, they have been unable to resolve the problem.

    • “The screen freezes when I make certain choices, and I've tried several troubleshooting methods, but nothing is working for me.”
    • “I frequently experience crashes during gameplay, which disrupts my experience significantly.”
    • “The game often lags and stutters, making it difficult to enjoy the overall experience.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development is noted as an intriguing aspect of the game, even for players who typically do not engage with this genre.

    • “It's not my usual cup of tea, but I found the character development to be quite interesting.”
    • “The depth of character development really drew me into the story and made me care about their journeys.”
    • “I was impressed by how the characters evolved throughout the game, making their experiences feel authentic and relatable.”
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Critic Reviews

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