Bongo Quest

About

Bongo Quest is a single player action game. It was developed by PENPEN and was released on December 23, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

Bongo Quest is a vibrant platformer set in a prehistoric world filled with dangerous plants and alien creatures. Players embark on a challenging journey through a primeval jungle to secure vital seeds for their tribe's survival. Navigate sharp teeth, grasping vines, and treacherous abysses in this colorful adventure with engaging visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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45%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Bongo Quest features vibrant graphics and an interesting prehistoric setting that captivates players.
The gameplay is addictive, with many players enjoying speedrunning and the challenge it offers.
Despite its short length, some players find the experience meaningful and enjoyable, reminiscent of classic platformers.

The game is extremely short, with many players completing it in under 10 minutes, leading to feelings of being ripped off.
There are significant technical issues, such as inconsistent character controls and a lack of sound options.
Many reviews describe the game as feeling more like a prototype than a finished product, lacking depth and content.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
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”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its vivid graphics and dynamic character abilities, making it appealing for platformer fans. However, others found it lacking depth and criticized it for being short and unengaging. Overall, while the visuals are commendable, 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.”
- “3 minutes of gameplay, nothing more. =)”
- “Gameplay: terrible.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
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 game's engaging narrative and the adventurous spirit of its main character, Bongo.
- “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.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 excessive microtransactions that ruin the experience.”
- “The monetization strategy is frustrating, as it seems designed to squeeze every penny from players.”
- “I can't enjoy the game when it constantly pushes me to spend money on in-game purchases.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some tracks are praised for being enjoyable and fitting well with the art style, others feel out of place. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, complementing the game's graphics, despite some players finding the gameplay lacking.
- “Great soundtrack and nice graphics.”
- “The music bops and the sprites are good.”
- “Some of the tracks are okay.”