Boney's Research On Humans!
- August 24, 2022
- Casey Atkins
Get on Steam"Boney's Research on Humans" is a 2D stealth game where you play as Boney, a monster researching humans. Sneak around in a human world, using objects left and right to hide and evade detection. Gather information and use different tactics like distraction or fighting back with costumes to progress. Encounter different enemies in each level and use your camera to research and take notes for your report to Monsternett.
Reviews
- The game features fun retro graphics and a charming character design, particularly Boney's personality.
- The stealth mechanics are engaging, providing a unique gameplay experience reminiscent of classic stealth games.
- Players enjoy the humorous elements and quirky set pieces, adding to the overall charm of the game.
- The game suffers from long retry periods due to slow transitions between stages, which disrupts the flow of gameplay.
- There are several bugs present, including issues with the bone throw mechanic and level transitions that can hinder the experience.
- The game can become frustrating due to its harsh penalties for failing stealth, which detracts from the intended fun and silliness.
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is intended to be lighthearted and whimsical, featuring amusing set pieces and surprising moments; however, players feel that the focus on score-based stealth mechanics detracts from the comedic elements. Many suggest that the game should embrace its silliness more fully and reduce penalties for failure to enhance the fun.
“Boney's research on humans suggests it should be a fun and silly romp, with funny set pieces and big 'gotcha' moments.”
“The humor in this game is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making even the most challenging moments enjoyable.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and absurd situations the characters found themselves in.”
“If it's supposed to be funny, up the dumb set-pieces (the first time a box enemy appears is great) and don't penalize the player so harshly for failing stealth.”
“The jokes feel forced and often fall flat, making the humor more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the humor is stale and relies too heavily on clichés.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs such as unresponsive mechanics, persistent level transitions, and glitches that can render abilities unusable. Additionally, players have reported a memory leak that leads to increased CPU usage after extended play, particularly noticeable in early stages.
“The game is also just buggy: the bone throw seems useless, humans not responding to it unless hit directly; level transitions never disappear if you hit escape to open the menu; sometimes being killed causes all boney's abilities to stop working; there's a memory leak somewhere that can cause the game to eat up your CPU after a mere forty minutes of playing.”
“The stability issues are frustrating, with frequent crashes and glitches that disrupt gameplay. It's hard to enjoy the game when it feels like it's constantly on the verge of breaking.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that made the game unplayable at times. From characters getting stuck in the environment to the game freezing during critical moments, the stability is a major concern.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised, contributing positively to the overall experience, and the character design, particularly of Boney, adds a charming personality to the visuals.
“The graphics are stunning and really bring the game world to life.”
“The visual design is breathtaking, with incredible attention to detail.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual treat.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay features appealing art and effective stealth mechanics, though some users find the bone throwing mechanic a bit finicky. Overall, players are enjoying the experience and are eager for future updates.
“I played the first couple of levels, and the art is pretty cool. I like the style, and the stealth mechanics are good too. I find the bone throwing a little finicky, but I have enjoyed it so far and am looking forward to updates.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Initial impressions of character development are positive, with users appreciating the character design and the unique notebook-style user interface, suggesting a promising foundation for deeper character exploration as the game progresses.
“I just started, but the game seems promising. I like the character design and the UI, which resembles a notebook of sorts. I'll update later.”
