Bombing Bastards
- December 4, 2014
- Sanuk Games
Get on Steam"Bombing Bastards" is a classic arcade-style game with destructive action and explosive fun. Play as a lovable bomb disposal expert and blast your way through 30 single-player levels or challenge friends in 9 multiplayer modes. With various enemies, power-ups, and environments, this game will keep you on your toes while trying to save the world one bomb at a time.
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Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the Bomberman series, replicating its core mechanics and gameplay.
- The graphics and soundtrack are well-received, with some players enjoying the electronic remixes of classical pieces.
- The multiplayer mode can be fun, especially when played with friends, providing a classic arcade experience.
- The online multiplayer functionality is broken and has been abandoned by the developers, making it difficult to play with friends.
- The game is criticized for its extreme difficulty, with many players finding it frustrating and unfair, especially in single-player mode.
- There are numerous technical issues, including unresponsive controls, poor hitbox detection, and bugs that hinder gameplay.
- music12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the electronic remixes of classical pieces as fitting and enjoyable, while others criticize the reliance on outdated public domain tracks that lack ambition and inspiration. Voiceovers have been described as poor quality, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, while some players find the soundtrack addictive and fitting, many feel it falls short of expectations.
“It controls fluidly, it looks good, the remixes of Nutcracker songs are appropriate for the twisted narrative.”
“Awesome clone of a classic game, epic soundtrack, have a blast!”
“The music is solid and I even found it pretty good at times - it's an electronic spinoff of classical pieces.”
“The soundtrack is all remixed versions of songs that are very old and probably in the public domain and don't feel like they belong in the game at all.”
“The music is all taken from public domain and mostly seems rather understated.”
“Unfortunately this isn't nearly ambitious or inspired enough, and they cut corners everywhere from barely remixed public domain classical music.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, featuring polished artwork and updated visuals that enhance the old-school charm. However, some players feel that the new design lacks the appeal of the original series, with particular criticism directed at the playable character's clumsy appearance compared to the classic square graphics of Bomberman. Overall, while the graphics are nice, they may not fully capture the essence of the game's inspirations.
“Good looking graphics”
“An old school game with updated graphics and sound.”
“Polished off with sweet artwork and some cool extras!”
“Aesthetically, the game doesn't quite have the charm of the series that inspired it.”
“One problem that arises from the aesthetics is the playable character's design.”
“I would have preferred the square graphics from Bomberman over this new graphics, which is quite clumsy.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for being bland and unresponsive, with many elements feeling derivative of classic Bomberman mechanics. While some appreciate its replication of proven gameplay styles, others find it lacking in innovation and ambition, with minimal unique features and a reliance on recycled content. Overall, the game offers a familiar experience but fails to stand out in terms of creativity or depth.
“An up-to-date 'Bomberman' style clone with its own unique mechanics.”
“I made a video review to show off some of the features and gameplay of this game!”
“From the music to gameplay, everything's top.”
“The gameplay was somewhat bland, and the controls didn't feel responsive enough.”
“If you like fair gameplay and being able to make a mistake, then this game is not for you.”
“This game has the exact same gameplay, from the commentary when collecting power-ups to the stage hazards, and even the power-ups are the same as the Bomberman games.”
- story3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story mode of the game, while challenging and engaging, may not appeal to everyone, particularly due to its difficulty and repetitive level design. Players who enjoy single-player experiences may find it worthwhile, but some may be deterred by the game's mechanics and lack of updates since its 2014 release.
“I highly recommend this game if you're looking to play the story mode or single-player experience. Just be sure to read my review and points to know if the game is really worth it.”
“The story mode in this game is challenging to say the least; enemies can avoid bombs, shoot you, and break blocks, to name a few.”
“The 'story' mode in this game is challenging to say the least; enemies can avoid bombs, shoot you, and break blocks, to name a few.”
“For me, replaying a level constantly, and that already on the start missions of World 2 (World 1 had 6 levels), this game is not for me.”
“Honestly, considering that the game was made in 2014 and there are no updates anymore, if you want to buy it just to play the story mode/single player, then it might be right for you. However, please read my review and my points to know if the game is really worth it or not.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and enjoyable at times, particularly highlighting "Bombing Bastards" as a standout example of its comedic elements.
“Funny and fun sometimes.”
“+ funny.”
“Bombing bastards is a pretty funny game.”
