[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank

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"Dive into a 40-minute, bite-sized adventure in 'Bober Bros: It's Just A Prank.' Experience nostalgic PS2-inspired graphics and explore an Interslavic village with retro charm, enhanced by authentic voice acting in the Interslavic language. This immersive game offers a unique and quick gaming experience."

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 150 reviews

story16 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features an interesting and engaging story that takes unexpected turns.
Despite its short length, the game provides a unique and unsettling atmosphere that effectively captures the horror of childhood experiences.
The combination of dark themes with moments of humor creates a distinctive tone that resonates with players.

The game is very short, with gameplay lasting around 30-40 minutes, which may leave players wanting more.
The execution of the story is criticized for being linear and lacking interactivity, making it feel more like a visual novel.
Some players found the content to be overly reliant on shock value, with themes of child abuse and homophobia that detracted from the overall experience.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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8%
The game's story is generally praised for its intriguing and unique narrative, blending horror with dark humor and suspenseful moments. However, many reviewers noted issues with execution, linearity, and short length, which limited replayability and depth. While some found the atmosphere and character development compelling, others criticized the voice acting and overall plot coherence, leading to mixed feelings about the storytelling experience.
- “The story told in the game was interesting, and I thought it was going to go in a different direction in the beginning, but the direction it went was good.”
- “Typically, we get the cliché murderer/stalker story or just gore and monsters, so it was refreshing to experience something more unique and relatable, focusing on messed up pranks and accidents among kids.”
- “They don’t make messed up games like this anymore where you don’t know what the heck’s going on in the beginning, and when it is just kids being kids, but as you play along, you slowly start to unravel a darker story, then bam, it hits you right in the feels.”
- “The story is very linear with not much replayability.”
- “The AI voice acting kind of detracted from the story for me.”
- “Rancid vibes, none of the jokes landed, overall plot was meh.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes a strong emotional response, quickly drawing players into its atmosphere and themes, reminiscent of childhood nostalgia and complex familial relationships. Reviewers highlight its ability to blend horror with poignant moments, particularly through the unsettling dynamics of childhood and the impact of a disturbed character. Overall, it leaves players reflecting on their experiences, marking it as a uniquely emotional entry in the horror genre.
- “Probably the quickest I've ever become emotionally invested in a 'bite-sized' horror game, and for that I'd be happy to see more from Bober Bros in the future.”
- “This game fills the gaps that have been missing in the horror genre, evoking that emotional response of 'what just happened?' It features the dynamic of little kids, including one severely sociopathic and mentally disturbed child.”
- “You know there are books and films that require you to sit down and have a good emotional think about what you just experienced?”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as old school, messy, and lacking effort, leading to a disappointing visual experience. While some appreciated the nostalgic aesthetic, others found it tedious and uninspired, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, the visuals seem to fall short of expectations, failing to enhance the gameplay or narrative effectively.
- “Another short horror game with old school aesthetics, but this one turned out to have a story, voice acting, and felt pretty unnerving at times.”
- “The graphics are a bit too old school and messy; I did not like the environments or art style.”
- “Couple of already overused memes, tedious and monotonous gameplay, too simple and predictable plot, failed attempt at 'nostalgia graphics' that have little to no effort put into it.”
- “The graphics are a bit too old school and messy; I did not like the environments or art style.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being overly short, lasting only about an hour even at a slow pace, and is described as tedious and monotonous with a predictable plot. While some users found the gameplay to be acceptable, the reliance on overused memes and a lack of effort in the graphics detracted from the overall experience.
- “All in all, the gameplay itself was fine.”
- “Couple of already overused memes, tedious and monotonous gameplay, too simple and predictable plot, failed attempt at 'nostalgia graphics' that have little to no effort put into it.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is described as a mix of unhinged chaos, with exaggerated character expressions and excessive language, alongside nostalgic and creepy elements that evoke childhood memories. The eerie music and ambient sounds contribute to a disturbing yet immersive experience, reminiscent of classic PS2 titles. Overall, the atmosphere oscillates between playful absurdity and unsettling eeriness.
- “The atmosphere is quite nice, almost made me feel like a kid again... those mornings :)”
- “The creepy atmosphere, eerie music, and fairly disturbing story really makes it feel like a possible PS2 classic.”
- “Ambient sound is great and creates a creepy atmosphere.”
- “Exaggerated facial expressions, comically excessive bad language, and 'pranks' of ever-escalating severity make the characters feel inhuman and the atmosphere utterly unhinged.”
- “The creepy atmosphere, eerie music, and fairly disturbing story really make it feel like a possible PS2 classic.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game effectively blends a disturbing horror narrative with moments of humor, such as the inclusion of a whoopee cushion, creating an oddly balanced experience that juxtaposes dark themes with lighthearted elements.
- “It's somehow incredibly dark while maintaining an oddly humorous feel too.”
- “Good game with a disturbing horror story, but with some funny moments like the whoopee cushion.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is generally praised for its eerie and atmospheric qualities, contributing significantly to the game's creepy vibe and enhancing the overall experience. Many reviewers suggest that the combination of unsettling music and visuals evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic PS2 titles.
- “The creepy atmosphere, eerie music, and fairly disturbing story really makes it feel like a possible PS2 classic.”
- “The creepy atmosphere, eerie music, and fairly disturbing story really make it feel like a possible PS2 classic.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a linear storyline that limits its replayability, as players may not find significant reasons to revisit the experience.
- “The story is very linear with not much replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and monotonous, with repetitive gameplay and a lack of engaging content. The reliance on overused memes and a simplistic, predictable plot further detracts from the experience, while the attempt at nostalgia graphics is seen as poorly executed.
- “The grinding is tedious and monotonous, making the gameplay feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- “The repetitive nature of the grinding makes it hard to stay engaged, as it lacks any real challenge or excitement.”
- “The game relies too heavily on grinding, which quickly becomes boring and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”

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