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Bonkies

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78%Game Brain Score
gameplay, humor
music
94% User Score Based on 33 reviews
Critic Score 72%Based on 1 reviews

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Bonkies is a single player and multiplayer casual action adventure game with comedy, kids and science fiction themes. It was developed by Studio Gauntlet and was released on September 10, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

Bonkies is a couch co-op construction game in space, starring astronaut monkeys equipped with jet-packs and powerful robot arms. You and your friends must cooperate to build elaborate construction projects, ensuring humanity's future in space. Good luck!

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews
gameplay4 positive mentions
  • Bonkies is a fantastic couch co-op game that encourages teamwork and communication, making it a blast to play with friends and family.
  • The game features charming visuals and a polished design, providing a fun and engaging experience for both gamers and non-gamers alike.
  • It offers a chaotic and entertaining multiplayer experience, especially when played with 4 players, making it ideal for parties and gatherings.
  • The single-player campaign is short and challenging, making it less enjoyable for those who prefer to play alone.
  • The lack of online multiplayer limits the game's accessibility, as players can only enjoy it through local co-op or Steam Remote Play.
  • The game can be frustrating at times, especially when trying to manage heavy objects and coordinate with other players.
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and a strong emphasis on player communication, as players must coordinate to manipulate objects effectively. However, the current mechanics and object variety are limited, leading to a repetitive experience; players express a desire for additional mechanics to enhance gameplay and keep it engaging in future updates.

    • “The game mechanics rely on 50% communication with the other players, since you can't lift objects very well on your own. You need to tell them where to move and what to do next.”
    • “The game itself would become even better with some enhanced game mechanics, so playing in new 'worlds' will not feel too repetitive soon.”
    • “However, it would be a great solution to enrich the mechanics even further.”
    • “The gameplay is pretty simple.”
    • “The game mechanics rely on 50% communication with the other players, as you can't lift objects very well on your own and need to tell them where to move and what to do next.”
    • “Currently, the objects are pretty limited - not only in their shapes but also in their mechanics.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Bonkies is praised for its chaotic and humorous gameplay, reminiscent of titles like Overcooked and Moving Out, making it a delightful party game for friends and families. Players can expect a mix of laughter and frustration as they navigate intense cooperative challenges in a whimsical space setting.

    • “Nevertheless, for players who love playing chaotic, funny, and difficult teamwork titles (think Overcooked and Moving Out), Bonkies is the space chimp party game that will leave players smiling or shouting, having a good time either way.”
    • “Bonkies offers families and friends a hilarious way of playing together through intense cooperation set in the vast unexplored unknown of space.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The background music is described as relaxing and complements the game's light-hearted atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience while still maintaining an engaging pace.

    • “The relaxing background music adds to the overall light-hearted nature of the game, but that’s not to say you can take it easy.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the emotional experience and keeping players engaged.”
    • “Each track is thoughtfully composed, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws you deeper into the game world.”
    • “The music is repetitive and quickly becomes annoying, detracting from the overall experience.”
    • “The soundtrack lacks variety and fails to engage the player, making the gameplay feel monotonous.”
    • “While the sound effects are decent, the music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's theme.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story revolves around helping the bonkies complete their missions while collecting bananas, providing a lighthearted and playful narrative that drives the gameplay.

    • “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters' journeys.”
    • “I loved how the narrative unfolded, revealing twists that kept me on the edge of my seat.”
    • “The world-building is fantastic, making the story feel rich and immersive.”
  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their fantastic and vibrant colors, contributing to an engaging visual experience.

    • “Fantastic, colorful graphics.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the game’s high replayability, noting that it offers significant replay value through various gameplay elements and choices that encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “The game offers replay value galore.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making me want to dive back in.”
    • “With multiple endings and choices, I find myself replaying just to see what I missed.”
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Bonkies is a casual action adventure game with comedy, kids and science fiction themes.

Bonkies is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Bonkies was released on September 10, 2018.

Bonkies was developed by Studio Gauntlet.

Bonkies has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

Bonkies is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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