BoneCraft

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BoneCraft is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy, comedy, science fiction and erotic themes. It was developed by D-dub software and was released on January 20, 2012. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"BoneCraft" is a humorous single-player Fantasy Hack and Slash game, parodying science fiction and fantasy stories. As Captain Fort Worth and sidekick Lubbock, players engage in third-person action-adventures with a unique sex dynamic, offering around 4 hours of playtime in this adult-themed game.

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Audience ScoreBased on 135 reviews

humor28 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Incredibly funny writing and absurd humor that appeals to fans of crude comedy.
Decent character designs and a variety of races that add charm to the game.
Engaging voice acting, particularly from the main character, which enhances the comedic experience.

Combat encounters become tedious quickly, with repetitive objectives and annoying enemy mechanics.
The soundtrack and sound effects are generic and forgettable, detracting from the overall experience.
The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including crashes that hinder progress.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of Bonecraft is characterized as absurd and often hilarious, featuring a mix of sci-fi references and campy humor that parodies itself. While the narrative lacks depth and is filled with repetitive mission objectives, it offers a mature and thought-provoking experience for those who appreciate its unique style. However, the game suffers from numerous technical issues that detract from the overall experience, making it a mixed bag for players.
- “This game, though, is not for everyone as the story is mature and thought-provoking in nature.”
- “Overall, the story was an eye-opener and an emotional roller coaster.”
- “I recommend this game for the sci-fi/fantasy lovers, philosophy majors, and for people who love a good heart-wrenching story.”
- “The story of Bonecraft is absurdly stupid, but it's also genuinely hilarious at times.”
- “If you're looking for a deep thought-provoking plot, I urge you to look elsewhere.”
- “The story is sexual campy, almost like a B-horror movie that only wants to have an excuse to show *ahem* stuff.”
humor
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in Bonecraft is a mix of absurdity and crude, often tasteless jokes, with many players finding it genuinely hilarious despite its janky execution. While some appreciate the funny writing and character performances, others criticize the humor for being overly masculine and lacking substance, leading to a divide in enjoyment. Overall, the game is seen as a blend of raunchy comedy and parody, appealing to those who enjoy its specific brand of humor, though it may not resonate with everyone.
- “The story of Bonecraft is absurdly stupid, but it's also genuinely hilarious at times.”
- “Everyone does a great job with their characters, and especially I have to give props to the actor that does the voice of Fort Worth as he nails the jacked badass army dude, and his comedic lines are hilarious.”
- “This game is hilarious; it has so many stupid adult jokes I can't believe it.”
- “The jokes are so overly masculine and blunt that they come off as tasteless, dumb, or not funny at all. Every single bit of dialogue is literally only as raunchy as it is to push the envelope, but without any substance or good punchline.”
- “The humor feels forced and relies too heavily on shock value rather than cleverness, making it more cringe-worthy than entertaining.”
- “Instead of being witty or clever, the jokes often fall flat, relying on tired clichés that fail to elicit any genuine laughter.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Bonecraft is primarily a beat'em'up game that incorporates adult themes, but it suffers from repetitive and tedious gameplay, plagued by bugs and glitches. While some players find the mechanics and missions enjoyable, many criticize the lack of variety and depth, leading to a monotonous experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a mixed bag, with some appreciating its fun elements while others deem it boring and poorly executed.
- “Bonecraft is a beat'em'up with some other gameplay mechanics, but that's what it is at heart.”
- “Surprisingly, the game features some good mechanics, challenging missions, and a good pace.”
- “The actual gameplay is very fulfilling.”
- “Bonecraft is a pretty tedious game from a gameplay perspective, but it was also fun.”
- “Ugh, repetitive and boring gameplay and objectives just to get to the sex scenes.”
- “This however, also claims to be a game with third person shooter/melee combat elements, and while it does have that, the problem is that it is so boring and comes off more as monotonous and only there to give people a false sense of gameplay 'variety' when in reality, it has barely any.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are generally described as decent and passable, with a unique art style that some find pleasing despite its cheap and unfinished appearance. While the animation is noted as good, the overall visual presentation is marred by a mix of conflicting styles and a lack of polish, reflecting the game's age and contributing to a somewhat buggy experience.
- “I found the graphics to be pleasing enough.”
- “Good game animation, graphics are pretty unique.”
- “It's just a weird mashup of unfinished, unpolished ideas and conflicting art styles.”
- “The graphics are cheap but passable for their time (this game is old).”
- “I don't notice any difference in increased graphical fidelity between the Steam version and the store version.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that significantly impact gameplay, including combat issues and mission completion errors. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these problems, the overall consensus indicates that the stability issues detract from the experience.
- “Some problems with the combat being buggy or stunt locking you to death, but other than that it's pretty alright.”
- “It's a funny weird game and the graphics aren't bad, but the gameplay is just so buggy and boring.”
- “Have had a recurring bug wherein I finish chapter 6 and the mission end screen never goes away, also glitches you loads of cash.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding the soundtrack to be mediocre and forgettable, while others appreciate it as a solid continuation from the first game. Overall, the quality of the music seems inconsistent, with some praising it and others expressing disappointment.
- “+ great music, just like the first game”
- “The soundtrack and other effects, on the other hand, aren't anywhere near as good.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly forgettable and just genuinely not that good.”
- “The soundtrack is very mediocre.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding in Bonecraft to be initially enjoyable due to the simplicity of early combat encounters, but it quickly becomes tedious and mindless as the game progresses. Overall, while some fun can be had, the repetitive nature of the gameplay detracts from the experience.
- “It's very mindless, but it's fun for the first few chapters as the enemies you deal with are sort of brutes who just don't do anything. However, you quickly find that combat becomes quite tedious.”
- “Bonecraft is a pretty tedious game from a gameplay perspective, but it was also fun.”
- “Combat encounters get tedious really fast.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its impactful storytelling, described as an emotional roller coaster that resonates deeply with players. It is particularly recommended for fans of sci-fi, fantasy, and those who appreciate thought-provoking, heart-wrenching narratives.
- “Overall, the story was an eye-opener and an emotional roller coaster.”
- “I recommend this game for sci-fi and fantasy lovers, philosophy majors, and for anyone who enjoys a good, heart-wrenching story.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is praised for its diverse and visually appealing designs across various races, but the quality of facial animations detracts from the overall experience, making characters appear somewhat lifeless or animatronic.
- “I really appreciate the character designs; there are a variety of unique characters from different races, and they all look fantastic.”
- “The depth of character development is impressive, allowing players to form meaningful connections with each character.”
- “Each character has a rich backstory that adds layers to their personality, making the overall experience much more engaging.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with any of them on a personal level.”
- “While the character designs are visually appealing, the lack of meaningful growth or change throughout the game is disappointing.”
- “The dialogue options are limited, which severely restricts the ability to develop characters in a way that feels authentic or engaging.”