Bone Marrow
- March 16, 2020
- HugePixel
The reward for the gaming feels empty, and the design of the game seems lazy. It may only be £4.99 but there are a lot of great games available for slightly more, or even free. If you enjoy 2048, or Medieval aesthetics, maybe give it a try, but don’t say we didn’t warn you.
Get on Steam"Bone Marrow" is an arcade-style game that can be played as a single-player or local multi-player, supporting up to 2 players in both co-op and PvP modes. The game is a fresh take on the traditional "2048" puzzle, where players combine objects instead of numbers to create better weapons, shields, and potions, and defeat monsters to earn points. With turn-based missions and the goal to clear different places in the Middle Ages from evil creatures, Bone Marrow offers a unique and engaging gameplay experience.
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Reviews
- The game features nice pixel art and a decent atmosphere, making it visually appealing.
- It offers a simple and straightforward gameplay loop that can be enjoyable for short sessions.
- The game has a unique twist on the 2048 mechanics, incorporating RPG elements like combat and item collection.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement over time.
- There are significant control issues, particularly for players using non-QWERTY keyboards, as key remapping is not available.
- The game lacks depth and variety, with only a few levels and minimal differences between them, making it feel unfinished.
- gameplay26 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simplistic, primarily revolving around a basic 2048 mechanic with RPG elements, where players slide tiles to combine numbers for higher scores. While the core mechanics are easy to grasp, achieving all achievements can be challenging, and some players feel the game lacks depth and context. Despite its simplicity, there are innovative aspects that can lead to engaging gameplay once players understand the underlying mechanics.
“This has the simplest, most innovative gameplay loop I've encountered since Tetris.”
“Very cool and interesting mechanics.”
“This game, while extremely simplistic looking, has an underlying mechanic you have to figure out for yourself, but once you do, man this game goes on forever.”
“If not for the gameplay, at least for the setting, your actions in-game could have some more sense, because except for the intro screen, the game tells you nothing.”
“You can only move in one of four directions, the game board is extremely small, and the mechanics are way too basic.”
“So, check out some videos and look into the extremely limited gameplay before you buy.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features appealing pixel graphics that enhance its overall aesthetic, with characters evolving visually after each level. Players appreciate the combination of pixelated visuals, music, and sound effects, contributing to a cohesive and enjoyable experience.
“I loved the pixel graphics and how characters change after each level. The music is okay too, but the voiceover is horrible.”
“It has a cooler aesthetic.”
“Music, sound effects, and pixelated graphics all come together in this whirlwind of a simple yet great game.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered decent, complementing the pixel art and sound effects effectively, although some users find the voiceover lacking. Overall, the audio elements contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
“Music, sound effects, pixelated graphics all come together in this whirlwind of a simple yet great game.”
“Pixel art and music is also kinda good.”
“The music is okay too, but the voiceover is horrible.”
“The music, sound effects, and pixelated graphics all come together in this whirlwind of a simple yet great game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently praise the atmosphere, highlighting it as enjoyable and well-executed, with a strong alignment to the game's principles and a fair pricing structure.
“I like the atmosphere and the principle seems fine, perfectly priced.”
