[Bober Bros] It's Just A Prank
- June 21, 2024
- BOBER BROS
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Get on Steam"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."
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and disturbing story that captures the essence of childhood experiences and relationships.
- Despite its short length, the game effectively builds tension and provides a chilling atmosphere.
- The low-poly graphics and nostalgic aesthetic contribute to the overall charm and appeal of the game.
- The game is very short, with gameplay lasting around 30-40 minutes, which may leave players wanting more.
- The voice acting and sound design are subpar, detracting from the overall experience.
- The inclusion of heavy themes such as child abuse and homophobia may be off-putting for some players.
- story19 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many praising its intriguing and suspenseful elements, particularly its unique focus on darker themes involving childhood and moral dilemmas. However, some players found the narrative to be too short or straightforward, and the AI voice acting detracted from the overall experience. While it offers a compelling atmosphere and emotional depth, opinions vary on its execution and impact.
“This is a great little story with a solid buildup of how serial killers are nurtured, lmao.”
“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, but as you play along, you slowly start to unravel a darker story, then bam, it hits you right in the feels.”
“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.”
“I've never launched a game so quickly after its release... the story was so horrible.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its nostalgic atmosphere and the impactful storytelling that evokes feelings of childhood innocence and horror. The dynamic between characters, particularly involving children, adds depth and complexity, prompting players to reflect on their experiences long after playing. Overall, the game successfully elicits a range of emotions, from warmth to confusion, making it a memorable 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?”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is notably varied, with some players appreciating its nostalgic charm and warm feelings reminiscent of childhood, while others highlight a more unsettling experience characterized by exaggerated characters, eerie music, and a disturbing narrative that contributes to a creepy ambiance. Overall, the game successfully evokes strong emotional responses, ranging from nostalgia to discomfort.
“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.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally considered fine, but many users feel that the game is disappointingly short, taking only about an hour to complete even at a leisurely pace, which contrasts sharply with other games that offer significantly more content for a similar price.
“I have played games for a few bucks where real work went into development, and I found a good 10 hours or more of astonishing gameplay, but this game barely took 1 single hour to get through, even when playing at a slow pace.”
“All in all, the gameplay itself was fine.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally perceived as outdated and messy, with a lack of appeal in the environments and art style. However, some players appreciate the old school aesthetics, noting that they contribute to the game's unnerving atmosphere and engaging story.
“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.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a unique blend of dark themes and an unexpectedly lighthearted tone, creating a distinctive comedic experience.
“It's somehow incredibly dark while maintaining an oddly humorous feel too.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its creepy and eerie qualities, effectively enhancing the disturbing atmosphere and contributing to the overall experience, reminiscent of classic PS2 titles.
“The creepy atmosphere, eerie music, and fairly disturbing story really make it feel like a possible PS2 classic.”
