Boogey Hunters

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Boogey Hunters is a single player role playing game with a horror theme. It was developed by Keep The Engine Games and was released on June 7, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Boogey Hunters is a strategic deck-building game where players travel the world to hunt mythical creatures from various folklores. Manage time carefully as each action advances days and makes boogeys stronger, while engaging in tactical combat using unique bullet and dice mechanics. Prepare for a thrilling challenge as the creatures evolve and grow more dangerous.

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Single-Player

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

music5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Engaging deckbuilding mechanics with unique card interactions and a charming theme.
Visually appealing artwork and immersive music that enhance the overall experience.
Fun and strategic gameplay that encourages exploration and experimentation with different builds.

Combat can become tedious and drawn out, especially if the deck isn't optimized early on.
Lack of card removal options can lead to frustrating gameplay as weaker cards accumulate.
Technical issues such as bugs and interface problems detract from the overall enjoyment.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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The gameplay features a unique blend of deckbuilding and dice rolling, where players strategically place bullets (cards) in their guns for combat against evolving cryptids. While the core mechanics are engaging and visually appealing, some users feel that they lack depth and can resemble typical roguelike deckbuilders. Overall, the game offers a fun and immersive experience, especially once players grasp the mechanics and develop effective combos.
- “To briefly describe the gameplay: during combat, you place up to 3 bullets (cards) into your gun in the order in which they will be played.”
- “Gotta say, this game has got a really solid gameplay style, and it's really fun going around blasting cryptids in the face, especially once you've got your combo going and understand the game mechanics more thoroughly.”
- “It offers a unique visual style and a bold gameplay experience.”
- “The mechanics aren't fleshed out.”
- “It mechanically plays like any other roguelike deckbuilder with the difference of using a fixed amount of bullets (cards basically) and the way they interact with each other.”
- “A deckbuilding, dice rolling duo that dares to stray away from common mechanics, but it doesn't always work out.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to create a strong atmosphere, with standout tracks like a western cover of "House of the Rising Sun." Reviewers noted that the soundtrack enhances the immersive experience, making it a memorable aspect of the game. Overall, the music is considered a significant highlight, contributing to the game's unique style and engagement.
- “The music is also pretty good, with the western cover of 'House of the Rising Sun' being the standout song.”
- “One of the things that stood out most to me was the music; it creates a strong atmosphere, which is something you don’t often find in this genre.”
- “There were moments where I just stopped to enjoy the soundtrack.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a positive experience with the game's optimization, noting that it runs smoothly without any crashes or bugs.
- “I have not experienced any crashing or bugs while playing this game; everything runs smoothly for me.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; the frame rates are stable, and loading times are minimal.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The graphics feature a distinctive hand-drawn aesthetic that may not appeal to everyone, but many players appreciate its unique style and impressive level design, which enhance the overall experience. The combination of artwork and music is also noted as a strong point.
- “The artwork has a unique style, and the music is perfectly chosen.”
- “I really enjoyed the level design and the art style—both were truly impressive and added a lot to the experience.”
- “The half-assed hand-drawn-by-a-programmer aesthetic would probably also annoy some people, but that one's not a peeve for me.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players expressing frustration over the inability to reference previously discovered information during hunts and the lack of a clear progression path in the leveling system. Additionally, the 30-day quest limit is seen as restrictive, complicating the completion of objectives due to travel times and potential delays.
- “The story lacks depth and coherence, making it hard to stay engaged with the plot.”
- “There are significant gaps in the narrative that leave players confused about character motivations and plot progression.”
- “The quest design is frustrating, with time limits that feel arbitrary and hinder exploration and storytelling.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The atmosphere in the game is notably enhanced by its strong musical score, which effectively blends a boogey twist with a western theme. Additionally, the impressive character designs contribute to creating a unique and immersive environment that stands out in the genre.
- “The character designs and atmosphere are particularly impressive.”
- “One of the things that stood out most to me was the music; it creates a strong atmosphere, which is something you don’t often find in this genre.”
- “Not everyone can pull off adding a boogey twist to a western atmosphere, but Boogey Hunters does just that.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the character designs and overall atmosphere significantly enhance the game's character development, creating a visually engaging experience that complements the narrative.
- “The character designs and atmosphere are particularly impressive.”
- “The depth of character development truly makes you feel connected to their journeys.”
- “Each character evolves in a way that feels organic and meaningful throughout the story.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game experiences occasional freezes that necessitate exiting and reloading from the last checkpoint, though these issues are generally minor and do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
- “Occasional freezes that require exiting and reloading from the end of the previous fight.”
- “Despite a few minor technical glitches, this is a game with soul.”