Bongo Quest

About

bongo quest - a bright colorful platformer for lovers of prehistoric adventures is waiting for you! Embark on an unforgettable journey through an ancient world inhabited by dangerous plants and aliens, hidden in the foliage of a primeval jungle. Make your way deeper and deeper into the ancient wilderness to complete your tribe's mission and obtain seeds for planting, or else your tribe will die of…

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

42%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

Bongo Quest features vibrant graphics and an interesting prehistoric setting that appeals to platformer fans.
The game is addictive, especially for speedrunning, with some players enjoying the challenge of completing it quickly.
Many players find the gameplay fun and reminiscent of classic platformers, with a good soundtrack.

The game is very short, with many players completing it in under 10 minutes, leading to complaints about its value.
There are significant technical issues, such as inconsistent jumping mechanics and a lack of sound options.
Several reviews describe the game as feeling rushed or incomplete, comparing it to a prototype rather than a polished product.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The game's graphics are generally praised for their vividness and appealing art style, contributing to an engaging platforming experience. While some users find the graphics to be merely "alright," the overall consensus highlights their quality as a strong point alongside the dynamic gameplay and soundtrack.
- “The game's vivid graphics, character abilities, and dynamic gameplay make it a must-play for platformer fans!”
- “I was interested in this game for its good graphics and interesting gameplay.”
- “Great soundtrack and nice graphics.”
- “Graphics: alright”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The story of Bongo Quest centers around a neanderthal protagonist navigating a vibrant prehistoric world filled with dangerous plants and hidden aliens, as he embarks on a thrilling quest to collect barrels. Players express enthusiasm for the engaging narrative and the character's adventurous journey, highlighting the game's addictive nature.
- “Bongo Quest is a vibrant and thrilling prehistoric platformer that transports you to an ancient world teeming with perilous plants and hidden jungle-dwelling aliens.”
- “I am so thankful for Bongo and his valiant quest to collect the barrels and avoid the blue plants.”
- “Bongo Quest is a fun and addictive platformer where we play as a Neanderthal.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its vivid graphics and character abilities, making it appealing for platformer fans, while others criticize it as underwhelming and too short. Overall, the game's visual appeal is noted, but the gameplay experience may not meet everyone's expectations.
- “The game's vivid graphics, character abilities, and dynamic gameplay make it a must-play for platformer fans!”
- “I was interested in this game for its good graphics and interesting gameplay.”
- “Gameplay: shit”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with a great soundtrack and some standout tracks, though opinions vary on its fit with the gameplay. While the art style is praised, some players feel the music does not always align with the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music enhances the experience, despite mixed feelings about the gameplay itself.
- “Great soundtrack and nice graphics.”
- “The music bops and the sprites are good.”
- “Some of the tracks are okay.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, suggesting that it prioritizes profit over player experience and fairness.
- “This game feels like a cash grab, with constant prompts to spend money.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without shelling out extra cash.”
- “I can't believe how many features are locked behind paywalls; it ruins the overall experience.”