Bopl Battle

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Bopl Battle is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Johan Grönvall and was released on November 16, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Bopl Battle" is a strategy game that offers both local and online multi-player options for 2 players, including co-op and PvP modes. As goofy slimes, you'll use unique abilities and weapons to outlast your opponents in hilarious battles. The stunning graphics, amazing soundtrack, and variety of gameplay mechanics, such as manipulating platforms and controlling the environment, make for splendid gameplay despite the boring plot. The game contains flashing lights, so be aware.

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Audience ScoreBased on 17,031 reviews

humor659 positive mentions

story37 negative mentions

humor
659 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is a standout feature, with players consistently highlighting its chaotic and silly nature that leads to countless hilarious moments, especially when played with friends. The ability combinations and unexpected interactions create a comedic atmosphere, making it a perfect party game for laughter and fun. Overall, the game is described as "stupidly funny," ensuring that players are entertained through both gameplay and the absurdity of their in-game actions.
- “Grab some friends, load up your shrink ray, and prepare for the most side-splittingly funny battles you'll ever experience.”
- “This game is so hilariously fun to play with three to four players!”
- “The creativity that this game encourages in its ability usage is only outclassed by how funny it is when things come together just right.”
gameplay
353 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Bopl Battle" is characterized by its fun, chaotic mechanics and a variety of abilities that encourage creativity and emergent strategies, making it an engaging experience for players. While many praise its smooth controls and entertaining multiplayer dynamics, some users note issues with repetitiveness and bugs in online play. Overall, the game is well-received for its unique blend of simplicity and depth, making it a great choice for party gaming.
- “The creativity in the game mechanics is unparalleled, offering endless combinations for players to explore.”
- “The game's flexibility in strategy creation ensures that no two battles are ever the same, keeping the gameplay fresh and exciting.”
- “With its perfect blend of addictive gameplay, stunning visuals, and a thriving competitive community, it sets the bar high for what a multiplayer game should be.”
- “This game is a ripoff, way too much money for how boring it gets after 1 minute. The gameplay is 0/10, boring; the graphics are 0/10, horrible. It doesn't look exactly like real life, so that speaks for itself. Overall, horrible game, do not buy; you will be disappointed.”
- “After about 5 hours of gameplay, it already becomes super repetitive. It's also concerning that it's been nearly half a year since release and there haven't been any major content updates. I think what it needs is new abilities and new types of maps to spice up the gameplay.”
- “I can't recommend it too greatly as its gameplay gets repetitive quickly.”
graphics
170 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the vibrant art style, charming animations, and smooth visuals that enhance the overall gameplay experience. The game's aesthetic is described as cute and whimsical, perfectly complementing its fun mechanics and multiplayer elements. However, a few reviews express disappointment, labeling the graphics as subpar or simplistic, indicating a divide in player opinions.
- “The visuals are bright and colorful, perfectly complementing the game's whimsical and frenetic nature.”
- “The graphics in Bopl Battle are absolutely breathtaking.”
- “With its flawless mechanics, stunning visuals, and exhilarating gameplay, Bopl Battle is, hands down, the best game ever created.”
- “This game is a ripoff. Way too much money for how boring it gets after 1 minute. The gameplay 0/10, boring. The graphics 0/10, horrible. Doesn't look exactly like real life, so that speaks for itself. Overall, horrible game. Do not buy; you will be disappointed.”
- “The graphics and animations are quite charming for what they are, with a sense of goofiness and fun permeating the game.”
- “- Fairly basic art style (though still visually pleasing).”
story
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the game lacks a significant story, with many users explicitly stating "no story." A few comments suggest that while each game may have unique elements, there is a general desire for a more developed narrative or story mode.
- “Each game is unique and has a different story, and the designs are so cute when you use the many abilities.”
- “Moral of the story.”
- “Needs a story mode.”
- “Needs a story mode”
- “Moral of story.”
- “Moral of story.”
music
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Bopl Battle" is widely praised for its catchy and vibrant soundtrack, which enhances the game's fun and chaotic atmosphere, making it an ideal party game. Players appreciate the variety of songs and sound effects that complement the fast-paced gameplay, although some mention that the music can become repetitive after extended play. Overall, the audio experience is described as an integral part of the game's appeal, contributing to its immersive and entertaining nature.
- “Coupled with a stellar soundtrack and sound effects that perfectly match the action, Bopl Battle provides an audio-visual feast that keeps you hooked from the moment you start playing.”
- “From the vibrant, colorful maps to the pulse-pounding soundtrack, every aspect of Bopl Battle is designed to immerse you in its world and keep you coming back for more.”
- “The music is awesome, the graphics are very nice and stylized, and the gameplay is pretty smooth.”
- “I like the sound design but I'm bored of the music.”
- “Music feels iconic, but gets annoying after 1 hour.”
- “Hearing the music of this game activates a fight or flight response in me like no other; I cower into a fetal position as a yellow blob absolutely destroys me with a rock.”
replayability
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is highly praised by many users, with comments highlighting its fun, quirky gameplay and the ability to create varied combos, leading to an experience that remains engaging over time. However, some players note that it could benefit from additional content, such as more maps or game modes, to enhance its longevity. Overall, it is considered a fantastic party game with near-infinite replayability, especially when played with friends.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “Near unlimited replayability, cheap price, continuous updates, what more can I say?”
- “The ability combos make it infinitely replayable and often provide really funny experiences!”
- “Game has absolutely no replayability and gets boring after like 2 hours.”
- “They should allow us to play with anybody instead of just our friends list to maximize replayability, but if you ignore that and you have friends, it's an amazing game. If you don't have friends, it would be best to go outside and live a little.”
- “This is a good game stars 'this is a bad game and not very replayable' - no one ever.”
grinding
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is described as excessively time-consuming, with many players feeling that it requires an unrealistic amount of dedication, likening it to needing "a second life." While some enjoy the grind, particularly in multiplayer settings, others express frustration over the tediousness and the need for improved online connectivity.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “I played with my friend on the demo version for about 10 hours and now we start grinding on the full version.”
- “Although I do wish an online multiplayer could be made that didn't require the tedious discording friending.”
- “Keep grinding, in this bopl battle.”
stability
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally considered fun but suffers from various bugs and glitches, particularly in online mode, which can lead to crashes and frustrating gameplay experiences. While some players find the occasional glitches amusing, many express a desire for improvements and bug fixes. Overall, stability issues are noted as a significant concern, though the game performs well on multiple platforms.
- “It runs great on Steam Deck!”
- “It runs great on Linux!”
- “Amazing gameplay with no glitches.”
- “Gameplay is fun but the online mode is very buggy and crashes a lot.”
- “It is a decent game and is very fun when you have friends, but it is also a buggy mess and people try way too hard on blob game. I hope to see how it grows and all the major bugs get patched.”
- “Only thing I dislike about it is the occasional freezes and sometimes disconnecting, but that's easily fixed.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for being visually appealing and entertaining, creating a lighthearted yet competitive environment that enhances multiplayer experiences. Players appreciate the variety of activities available, contributing to an overall enjoyable atmosphere.
- “I love the different things that you can do in the game, and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere overall.”
- “Perfect for playing with friends in a lighthearted yet competitive atmosphere!”
- “The developers have succeeded in creating a visually appealing and entertaining atmosphere.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its amazing performance and seamless integration of abilities, making it enjoyable for both couch and online play. However, some users noted performance issues, particularly when playing with larger groups on expansive maps.
- “Amazing performance, everything is fun to use, and works together, so many ability combinations, 10/10 couch and online.”
- “Some performance issues and would be fun to play with 8 people on larger maps!”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a unique blend of intense, visceral experiences, as players express a strong attachment to the game's tactile elements, such as "violently touching blobs," while also feeling a sense of detachment or minimal connection to the environment, as indicated by the phrase "less grass touching than a shadow."
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features no microtransactions, enhancing the overall experience, which is complemented by its appealing visuals and enjoyable gameplay, making it fun to play with both friends and strangers.
- “No microtransactions and the gameplay is very fun to play with friends or strangers!”