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[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank

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82%Game Brain Score
story, emotional
graphics, music
82% User Score Based on 132 reviews

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[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by BOBER BROS and was released on June 21, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"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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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 132 reviews
story8 positive mentions
graphics2 negative mentions

  • The game offers a unique and unsettling narrative that explores dark themes in a psychological manner, making it a refreshing addition to the horror genre.
  • Despite its short length, the game effectively builds tension and evokes strong emotional responses, leaving players with a lasting impression.
  • The visuals and atmosphere capture a nostalgic, low-poly aesthetic that resonates well with fans of indie horror games.
  • The game is extremely short, with many players completing it in under an hour, leading to feelings of underwhelm and disappointment.
  • The voice acting, particularly the AI-generated voices, detracts from the overall experience and can be quite annoying.
  • The narrative includes heavy themes of child abuse and violence that some players found to be gratuitous and unnecessary for the story.
  • story
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many praising its unique and disturbing narrative that explores themes of childhood cruelty and the origins of serial killers. While some found the plot engaging and suspenseful, others criticized its brevity and straightforwardness, noting that the AI voice acting detracted from the experience. Overall, the story is seen as a strong point, albeit not suitable for the faint of heart, and leaves players wanting more depth and character development.

    • “This is a great little story with a solid buildup of how serial killers are nurtured.”
    • “They don’t make messed up games like this anymore where you don’t know what the heck’s going on in the beginning, but as you play along, you slowly start to unravel a darker story that hits you right in the feels.”
    • “The creepy atmosphere, eerie music, and fairly disturbing story really makes it feel like a possible PS2 classic.”
    • “The AI voice acting kind of detracted from the story for me.”
    • “The story is very straightforward and I didn't notice any optional content to explore.”
    • “Rancid vibes, none of the jokes landed, overall plot was meh.”
  • emotional
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its nostalgic atmosphere and the impactful storytelling that evokes feelings of both warmth and horror. The dynamic between children, particularly the portrayal of a disturbed character, adds depth and complexity, prompting players to reflect on their experiences long after playing. Overall, the game successfully fills a void in the horror genre by eliciting genuine emotional responses.

    • “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 'WTF 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?”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is notably diverse, ranging from a nostalgic and warm feeling reminiscent of childhood to a creepy and unsettling ambiance enhanced by eerie music and disturbing narratives. While some elements, like exaggerated character expressions and excessive language, contribute to a chaotic and unhinged vibe, the overall sound design effectively creates a haunting environment that resonates with players.

    • “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.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally considered fine, but the overall experience is significantly diminished by its short duration, taking only about an hour to complete even at a leisurely pace. This contrasts sharply with other games that offer much longer and more engaging gameplay for a similar price.

    • “All in all, the gameplay itself was fine.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally criticized for being outdated and messy, with many reviewers expressing dissatisfaction with the environments and art style. However, some appreciate the old school aesthetics, noting that they contribute to the game's unnerving atmosphere and storytelling.

    • “The graphics are a bit too old school and messy; I did not like the environments or art style.”
    • “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.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a unique blend of dark themes and an unexpectedly lighthearted tone, creating a juxtaposition that resonates with players.

    • “It's somehow incredibly dark while maintaining an oddly humorous feel too.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is noted for its eerie and creepy qualities, effectively enhancing the unsettling atmosphere and complementing the disturbing narrative, reminiscent of classic PS2 titles.

    • “The creepy atmosphere, eerie music, and fairly disturbing story really make it feel like a possible PS2 classic.”
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[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank is a casual action adventure game.

[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank is available on PC and Windows.

[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank was released on June 21, 2024.

[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank was developed by BOBER BROS.

[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank is a single player game.

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