BOMJMAN
- December 15, 2020
- Unique Media
Get on Steam"BOMJMAN is a post-cyberpunk game based on the cartoon of the same name, where you play as a hobo-man with superpowers fighting against a well-organized criminal organization. As a hobosapien, use an array of weapons to restore justice in a lawless city, overcoming challenges and rampant corruption. Brace yourself for an epic saga filled with humor, exaggerated violence, and an unforgettable adventure."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features photorealistic graphics that accurately depict life in Russia, creating an immersive atmosphere.
- The story is genuine and filled with humor, appealing to fans of the creator's previous works.
- The combat system, while simple, is enjoyable and the game has a unique style that resonates with its audience.
- The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, often feeling like an outdated flash game.
- There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including poor hit registration and lack of checkpoints, which can frustrate players.
- The game is short and may leave players wanting more in terms of content and variety.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story has been praised for its genuine quality and engaging atmosphere, with many users enjoying its humor and overall narrative. Some recommend checking out the original content for a similar experience, noting that while the story is present, gameplay involves significant combat between narrative segments.
“The story is really genuine, and I enjoyed it a lot.”
“Great story and jokes.”
“Cool story and atmosphere.”
“Before buying, search for the original Ogo#mk - Bomjman story on YouTube.”
“If you like it, you know what to do. It's almost the same look and feeling, except between the story cuts you need to beat a lot of enemies.”
“Story - yeah, there's a story.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their photorealism, capturing familiar Russian landscapes and post-Soviet aesthetics, while also showcasing a unique cartoon style influenced by artist Mihail MK. Overall, the visuals are considered impressive and distinctive, enhancing the game's immersive experience.
“The photorealistic graphics are inspired by real places that Russians see every day.”
“The Slavic world aesthetics are truly impressive.”
“The graphics have a unique style reminiscent of the cartoon maker Mihail MK, and they are quite good.”
“The graphics are photorealistic, showcasing real places that Russians see every day.”
“If you want to experience the aesthetics of post-Soviet countries, this game delivers.”
“The graphics have a unique style reminiscent of a cartoon maker, Mihail MK, and are quite good.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its mediocre movement and hit registration, with some reviewers noting it feels outdated and lacks excitement, reminiscent of early 2000s flash shooters. Overall, the gameplay experience is described as dull and uninspired.
“But gameplay aspects, such as movement and hit registration, are mediocre at best.”
“If we move past that, we'll encounter the overall dullness of the plotline and gameplay.”
“Gameplay is no better than the old flash shooter games from the 2000s.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for its engaging story and strong representation of Russian cyberpunk, though some users note that bugs detract from the overall experience, contributing to a metaphorically cringeworthy ambiance.
“The game features a cool story and immersive atmosphere.”
“If you ever hope to experience the intense atmosphere of Russian cyberpunk, then go for it.”
“The bugs contribute to a unique and metaphorical cringe atmosphere.”
“However, those bugs contribute to a completely cringeworthy atmosphere.”
“Conclusion: If you ever hope to experience the intense atmosphere of Russian cyberpunk, then go for it.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized as satisfying and brutally funny, with a unique style that resonates well with fans, particularly those familiar with Slavic culture. However, some jokes may not be easily understood by players outside this demographic, potentially limiting its broader appeal.
“It's super satisfying, it's funny, it's brutal, and it's ironically janky.”
“The unique sense of humor that is loved by all Mikhail fans, though some jokes may be out of reach for non-Slavic people.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a well-crafted synthwave soundtrack and quality background audio, but many users feel it falls short in compensating for other shortcomings in the game.
“The soundtrack is fantastic - it's synthwave!”
“The backgrounds and music are well made, adding to the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“The backgrounds and music are well made, but they are not enough to compensate for the other flaws in the game.”
“The soundtrack is just synthwave, which feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been criticized for significant issues, including frequent bugs, crashes, and freezes, leading many users to feel that it resembles an unfinished product rather than a polished release.
“Obvious bugs, crashes, and freezes make it feel less like a finished product and more like a rough draft.”
“The game is plagued by constant instability, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“Frequent crashes and performance issues severely detract from the overall experience.”
