Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure

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Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure is a single player action game. It was developed by Corbomite Games and was released on February 8, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

"Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure" is a 2D point-and-click game following Bolt Riley, a boy from Trenchtown, Jamaica, on his journey to becoming a Reggae legend. Overcome struggles, form your band, and write and perform music in this classic adventure game featuring hand-drawn artwork and humor-filled puzzles. Experience Bolt's rise from obscurity to worldwide sensation.

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Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

music10 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique reggae theme with a charming story and enjoyable music, creating a light and fun atmosphere.
The graphics are visually appealing, and the innovative 'inspiration' mechanic adds an interesting twist to the gameplay.
The main characters, Bolt and Smokey, are likable, and the game has moments of humor reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures.

The game is extremely short, feeling more like a demo than a complete chapter, leaving players wanting more content.
There are numerous technical issues, including bugs, poor lip-syncing, and a clunky interface that detracts from the overall experience.
The dialogue is often repetitive and lacks depth, with many lines not being voiced, which contributes to an amateurish feel.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
27%
17%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique mechanics and reggae soundtrack, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking variety. Although the music is described as nice and fitting for the setting, many players expected more engaging musical numbers, especially given the game's theme. Overall, while the potential is recognized, the execution leaves much to be desired, with calls for improvement in both the music and its integration into gameplay.
- “The music was quite nice.”
- “+ some nice reggae music that plays throughout the game.”
- “The sounds and music are just perfect!”
- “The music is repetitive and boring, and doesn't even loop well.”
- “One would expect for a music-themed game to have a musical number of some sort, but that is not to be found in the current game, even though the tutorial takes place just before a gig.”
- “I was expecting to hear some reggae songs with lyrics, but was pretty disappointed as it mainly just seems like instrumental background melodies.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the art style and subtle lighting effects as beautiful and well-suited to the game's theme, while others criticize the quality and lack of polish, noting issues like poor lip-syncing and bugs. Overall, the visuals are described as nice but not exceptional, with potential for improvement in future updates.
- “The art style is really cool, and there are some really nice subtle lighting effects in there.”
- “The graphics are very well painted and the sound is great for all reggae lovers.”
- “Very cool point-and-click, awesome graphics and music.”
- “So is Bolt Riley really worth it? Let's start with the graphics; they are nice but not great, as the syncing of the lips and voice are not aligned.”
- “Low quality here is not an aesthetic choice and does not suggest easily replaceable work in progress.”
- “Very poor; one of the graphics hasn't changed since the beta, and they were bad.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
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The story of the game centers around Bolt Riley, the protagonist's journey to becoming a reggae superstar, which is described as charming and enjoyable by some players. However, many reviews criticize the narrative for being incomplete, as the first chapter serves more as a teaser for a larger story arc rather than a standalone experience, leaving players wanting more depth and development. Overall, while the premise has potential, the execution in this chapter is seen as lacking in humor and narrative focus.
- “The first chapter tells the story of Bolt Riley, the lead character in the game and the one that the player controls, and how he ascended to become a reggae superstar.”
- “It’s a cute, charming story.”
- “Great game, and good storyline, loved every second of it.”
- “To be specific, chapter 1 doesn't tell a complete story of something that is part of a larger arc; rather chapter 1 is intended to be a segue into a larger game.”
- “The first episode ends a couple of screens into the game, before the plot has even gotten started yet.”
- “There's no humour, no real story, only one character that seems to be developed - the protagonist himself - still he's not an exception to bad animation and repetitive dialogues.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
56%
33%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its simple mechanics and a unique "inspiration" system that allows players to collect abstract items, reminiscent of classic 90's point-and-click adventures. While the music and art are praised, the overall experience is marred by technical issues and a short playtime of about 30 minutes to an hour, leading many to question its value for the price. Despite its potential, the game requires significant polishing and may not be recommended at its current state.
- “The game largely plays like any classic 90's point-and-click adventure, except for an interestingly unconventional 'inspiration' mechanic that lets players collect and use abstract items such as emotions.”
- “Very expensive for a game with less than an hour of gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is simple, not all that hard to figure out; it took me about 30 minutes to complete this chapter.”
- “However, given that the gameplay can be finished in a little over an hour, it makes for a perfectly fine one-sitting game.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Bolt Riley" is characterized by its light-hearted and witty tone, featuring 4th-wall breaking narration that adds a comedic flair to the tutorial and gameplay. Players appreciate the game's playful approach, with jokes that resonate well, particularly in the context of its reggae theme and cultural references. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The vibe of the game is really light and funny.”
- “Really enjoyed the quest and the witty sense of humor.”
- “Cool game, funny, with jokes and a friendly tutorial.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits significant stability issues, including frequent crashes and buggy save functionality, with players reporting instances of the game freezing to a black screen after completing the first chapter on Linux.
- “After you finish the 1st chapter on Linux, the game freezes to a black screen and requires a kill.”
- “Technically unstable with buggy saved games and crashes.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the emotional impact of the game is not explicitly addressed, users express frustration with technical issues such as bugs and a lack of polish in the artwork and user interface, which may detract from the overall emotional experience. Additionally, the brevity of the first chapter suggests a potential lack of depth in storytelling, further impacting emotional engagement.

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Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure is a action game.

Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure.

Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure was released on February 8, 2018.

Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure was developed by Corbomite Games.

Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Bolt Riley, A Reggae Adventure is a single player game.

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