BombSquad

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BombSquad is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Eric Froemling and was released on October 20, 2011. It received positive reviews from players.

Blow up your friends in mini-games from capture-the-flag to hockey!

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Audience ScoreBased on 9,996 reviews

humor877 positive mentions

monetization252 negative mentions

The game is fun and entertaining, especially when played with friends.
Great graphics and unique gameplay mechanics that make it enjoyable.
The ability to play offline and online adds to the game's versatility.

There are frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating.
Multiplayer connectivity issues, with lag and difficulty in joining games.
Some features, like hard mode and certain characters, are locked behind a paywall.

humor
878 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its goofy mechanics, hilarious character animations, and amusing sound effects that lead to uncontrollable laughter during gameplay. Many reviews mention the joy of playing with friends, where chaotic moments and unexpected outcomes create a fun and entertaining experience. Despite some technical issues, the overall consensus is that the game's humor significantly enhances its appeal, making it a favorite for multiplayer sessions.
- “I love the fact that this game is so hard and even makes me feel really annoyed, but at the same time it's so goofy and so funny that I can't hold my laugh even when I want to rage.”
- “We just keep on laughing and taunting with my brothers while playing it.”
- “It's so funny and so interesting and very brain refreshing game.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat; it's not funny at all and feels forced.”
- “The jokes are so poorly executed that they detract from the overall experience.”
- “I expected some laughs, but the humor is just cringeworthy and unoriginal.”
graphics
644 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant and cartoonish style, often described as "clay-like" or "play-doh-ish," which adds a unique charm to the gameplay. Players appreciate the smooth performance and high-quality visuals, noting that the graphics enhance the overall fun and humor of the game. While some users mention minor issues with graphics settings or performance on certain devices, the general consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Amazing graphics and don't even get me started on the clay figures.”
- “I can't stop playing it because it has amazing graphics and unlike other games, it doesn't lag at all.”
- “The graphics are amazing, it runs very well, it's very fun to play with friends, it is on many different platforms and it has a very good community of modders.”
- “The graphics are horrible; the gameplay is horrible. After one second, I deleted it.”
- “Graphics and controls are the worst; other than that, good.”
- “It is a good game, but the graphics are not very good.”
monetization
283 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of unskippable ads, which disrupt gameplay. While some users appreciate the option to purchase a premium version to reduce ads, they feel that the game is overly reliant on advertisements and in-app purchases, making it less enjoyable. Overall, the consensus is that excessive ads significantly detract from the gaming experience, leading to calls for improvements or reductions in ad presence.
- “This game is full of entertainment and has no ads. I fully enjoy this game!”
- “I would recommend anyone to play this game; there are many types of game modes, and the in-game purchases are also not too expensive.”
- “Unique concept and doesn't contain a pay-to-win element. It does have in-app purchases, but they don't affect the gameplay.”
- “I have never seen a game that promotes this much in-game purchases and ads.”
- “The game is a bit aggressive with nag screens and ads until you buy the pro version.”
- “If you don't pay, the game is practically half of its content, and the other half is generously filled with ads.”
gameplay
217 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its smoothness, fun mechanics, and engaging physics, particularly in offline solo mode. However, many users report issues with lag and choppy performance in multiplayer mode, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game is described as enjoyable and addictive, there are calls for more content, such as additional maps and power-ups, to enhance gameplay further.
- “The gameplay is really fun!”
- “Great graphics, gameplay, concept, and everything.”
- “Amazing gameplay and amazingly amazing graphics.”
- “But once we turn the multiplayer mode on, the gameplay becomes choppy.”
- “For a very long time this game has had serious lags during online gameplay.”
- “The controls are slow, unresponsive, laggy, and just stupid; the gameplay is just bomb spam and constant instant kills.”
music
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its classical compositions and humorous sound effects, which enhance the overall experience. However, some users express dissatisfaction with recent updates that limit custom soundtrack options, leading to frustration. Overall, while the soundtrack is often praised for its quality and fittingness, there are calls for more variety and accessibility in music customization.
- “I loved how they composed fine music and beautiful and funny graphics.”
- “The music is perfect!”
- “Fun and beautiful game, incredible music and sound effects, original art style and the humor in it is perfect.”
- “The update is worse, I don't like it. My mods are not working now, this is the only game I was enjoying but I can't unlock the pro version without the mods and it's so boring without a mod because you can't add your own soundtracks and playlist and even the hard mode. What should I do, uninstall the game?”
- “I love this game, but the only thing I dislike is the music. Believe me, the music is horrible; if the music was good, the game would be very nice.”
- “No longer lets me play custom music instead of the original soundtrack.”
stability
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and freezing issues, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay, the overall sentiment indicates that these technical problems detract from the fun and enjoyment of the game. Users are urging developers to address these issues through updates to enhance stability and performance.
- “Finally found a good bug-free (till what I have played) app for multiplayer and such an entertaining one.”
- “The game graphics are so great and this game is not buggy!”
- “Bomb Squad is so cool, no glitches so far and it's fun to play.”
- “The game is fun and it's funny, but you need to fix the bugs and glitches; it makes the game unplayable. I will give you 5 stars if you fix it, so please fix it so the game will be fun.”
- “But the reason I gave it 4 stars is because when we go to multiplayer, the game freezes sometimes. I don't know if it's the game or my Wi-Fi, but my Wi-Fi works fine on other games.”
- “I love Bomb Squad, but it has a bug when I play multiplayer; the game freezes and starts playing over and over again, and we can't play it properly because of that. Please can you fix it for a 5-star review.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story mode serves primarily as a training ground for online chaos, featuring challenging missions and a humorous tone that players enjoy. While the singleplayer experience is engaging, many users express a desire for more maps, missions, and an open-world narrative to enhance the overall gameplay. Despite some frustrations with difficulty and the need for additional content, players appreciate the fun and camaraderie it offers, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “This game makes me laugh every second while playing with my friends and family, but I think Bombsquad would be even better if there was an open world story mode. Overall, amazing game!”
- “One of the best RPG or strategic games I think. It has a good storyline and a little humor.”
- “Love the gameplay! It has a joking side and a good storyline where you blow stuff up.”
- “The singleplayer story mode is more of a training for the chaos in the online servers.”
- “The problem is realistic; add a story to the game, but in other ways, it's amazing.”
- “That tower defense mission is impossible.”
optimization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players report smooth performance and good graphics, others experience significant lag and frame drops, particularly in multiplayer modes. Many users note that a strong internet connection is crucial for optimal gameplay, and there are calls for further optimization to improve performance across various devices. Despite these issues, some players find the game runs well on low-end devices, highlighting its potential when properly optimized.
- “An extremely good physics-based game, sometimes gets frame drops but seems well optimized for the most part (Nvidia Shield Portable).”
- “Great performance on low-end devices.”
- “This game has good graphics and it also runs smoothly at the same time; characters are so cute.”
- “The new multiplayer system is really awesome and much needed, but it requires more optimization; other than the host, games lag for everyone in the party.”
- “Requires a good connection; otherwise, oh man, you're going to have doubts about your phone's performance.”
- “By far the worst and the most unoptimized game.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its ability to evoke joy and laughter, especially when played with friends and family. The experience is described as both fun and uplifting, providing a welcome escape from daily stress. Overall, the game fosters a sense of camaraderie and happiness among players.
- “It's so fun that I was literally laughing until I cried while playing together with my sister. :)) lol.”
- “This game really made me feel good after a long day of work.”
- “Funny and the best game to play with friends, simply wholesome.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, feeling it has devolved into an ad-farming experience that prioritizes monetization over genuine gameplay enjoyment. Many would prefer a more original experience without the need for excessive grinding or payments for characters.
- “Now all you have to do is wait to get popup ads out of the way, and just like every other game, it turned into an ad farming game.”
- “I'd rather play the original game on PC than pay or grind in this game. The developers just want money and are milking this game so badly. It's fun, but paying for characters is frustrating.”
replayability
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Players appreciate the high replayability due to the skill gap and consistently challenging levels that remain engaging without being overly difficult.
- “I love the skill gap and how the levels are always challenging without being impossible, making the replayability very high.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the different strategies you can employ, which keeps me coming back for more.”
- “The random events and choices in the game ensure that no two runs are ever the same, enhancing the replayability significantly.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is appreciated for its charming clay-like designs, though some players feel that the increased difficulty has negatively impacted their experience, making it harder to progress and earn rewards.
- “I love the clay-like designs and the overall atmosphere of the game. It really immerses you in its unique world.”
- “The atmosphere is captivating, with its vibrant colors and creative art style that draws you in.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly engaging, making every moment feel alive and full of wonder.”
character development
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The character development in the game is highlighted by its humorous design and engaging multiplayer mode, which enhances the overall enjoyment when playing with friends.