bobo robot

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bobo robot is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Sokpop Collective and was released on January 17, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Bobo Robot" is a charming physics-based puzzle game where players control a small robot to solve levels by pushing, pulling, and interacting with objects. With its minimalistic art style and soothing music, players will need to navigate through increasingly complex levels, utilizing Bobo's abilities to progress. The goal? To help Bobo find its way back home.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Charming and cute graphics with a fun and simple gameplay experience.
Short playtime makes it perfect for quick sessions, ideal for casual gamers.
Offers replayability through speedrun achievements and exploration elements.

Lacks a save feature, requiring players to complete the game in one sitting.
Encountered bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking issues.
The game is very short, leaving some players wanting a more substantial experience.

gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized as simple and enjoyable, with a charming metroidvania style and easy controls, though it is notably short, averaging around 30-40 minutes. Players appreciate the relaxed combat mechanics and visuals, but some express frustration over the lack of a save feature and occasional bugs. Overall, while the gameplay is fun and accessible, its brevity and standard mechanics may leave some players wanting more.
- “A short, charming little metroidvania with four simple controls (z, x, up arrow, down arrow) and combat that doesn't punish you too harshly for making mistakes. I like the graphics, sound design, and gameplay. Movement feels floaty, and this is a very short game, only taking me 30 minutes to complete. 7/10.”
- “Enjoyable and relaxing gameplay, except for the robots with guns; those are unfair.”
- “This is a fun game with interesting mechanics and visuals, despite the lack of a save feature causing some frustration.”
- “The mechanics are very standard; don't expect anything fancy.”
- “It's less than 30 minutes of gameplay. I liked the concept, but it's way too short.”
- “Recommended at the price point you feel is worth 40 minutes of gameplay.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as simple, cute, and charming, featuring a pixel art style that enhances the overall appeal. Players appreciate the art style and character design, although some noted that the movement feels floaty. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “Simple, fun, and cute graphics.”
- “I really like the art style, and the characters were actually pretty nice.”
- “I like the art style & simplicity.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a charming story and clever, amusing methods for achieving objectives, along with unexpected twists that enhance the overall comedic experience.
- “Nice little story and some funny ways to clear objectives.”
- “Funny little game with quite an unexpected twist :-p”
story
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The story is generally well-received, featuring a charming narrative with humorous elements that enhance the gameplay experience, though some players find it to be somewhat average.
- “A nice little story with some funny ways to clear objectives.”
- “The story is engaging and well-crafted.”
- “The story is poorly developed and lacks depth.”
- “I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired.”
- “Character motivations are weak, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
replayability
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Players appreciate the replayability of the game, highlighting its short yet enjoyable design that encourages exploration and discovery. The inclusion of speedrunning elements further enhances replay value, making it appealing for those looking to improve their performance. Overall, the game offers a charming metroidvania experience that invites multiple playthroughs.
- “Sokpop doing what they do best: short and fun games with discovery elements and replayability.”
- “Cute little Metroidvania; it's not very long, but speedrunning adds to its replayability.”
- “The game is a cute little Metroidvania, but it's not very long. Speedrunning does offer some replayability.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to replay the game.”
- “The lack of diverse paths and choices makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally regarded as enjoyable, with an ambient soundtrack that complements the gameplay. While some users find it to be merely okay, it adds to the overall fun experience of the game.
- “The ambient music is enjoyable and adds to the overall experience of the game.”
- “It's a fun little game with a simple objective, complemented by a pleasant soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is just okay, nothing memorable.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “I found the background music to be quite bland and uninspiring.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report stability issues, particularly noting that enemy drops can despawn when leaving an area, which can hinder progress towards completionist achievements. Overall, while there are some glitches, this specific issue is highlighted as a significant concern.
- “There were a few glitches; the worst is definitely that enemies drop items that despawn when you leave the map or area to the overworld, which meant I missed out on the completionist achievement.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without losing hours of gameplay.”
- “I encountered several stability issues, including random freezes and lag spikes that disrupt the overall experience.”