Bopl Battle
- November 16, 2023
- Johan Grönvall
- 21h median play time
Get on Steam"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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- humor504 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Bopl Battle" is a standout feature, with players consistently praising its chaotic and unpredictable gameplay that leads to countless hilarious moments, especially when played with friends. The game's cute and goofy characters, combined with absurd ability interactions, create a lighthearted atmosphere that encourages laughter and fun, making it a perfect choice for party gaming. Overall, the humor is described as both silly and entertaining, ensuring that players have a blast while engaging in friendly competition.
“Whether you’re laughing at your friend’s terrible aim, plotting a ridiculous comeback, or accidentally eliminating yourself in the most spectacularly stupid way possible, this game delivers endless entertainment – and even more so with friends!”
“The little blobs are adorable and absurd, waddling around, leaving trails of goo, and meeting their untimely ends in the most hilarious ways possible.”
“This game is so funny with friends; every minute spent on this game has been spent with a friend, and I can say with 100% confidence this is a must-have.”
- gameplay259 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this game is characterized by its fast-paced, chaotic, and unpredictable nature, making it highly entertaining and engaging, especially in multiplayer settings. Players appreciate the diverse mechanics, unique abilities, and the ability to create various combos, which contribute to a fun and replayable experience. However, some users note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, and improvements in content and balance are desired.
“Whether you’re dodging attacks, eating your friends (yummy!), or accidentally causing your own demise, the gameplay is fast-paced, unpredictable, and endlessly entertaining.”
“The mix of ridiculous weapons, silly characters, and unpredictable gameplay ensures that every round is packed with surprise, chaos, and laughter.”
“The gameplay concept isn't too difficult for new players to pick up, but the amount of ability combinations and tactics keeps the game fresh and exciting for hours of rounds.”
“I can't recommend it too greatly as its gameplay gets repetitive quick.”
“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 0/10 horrible. Overall, horrible game, do not buy; you will be disappointed.”
“After like 5 hours of gameplay, it already becomes super repetitive.”
- graphics122 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, cartoony art style that enhances the fun and goofy nature of the gameplay. Players appreciate the charming animations, smooth visuals, and the overall aesthetic that complements the multiplayer experience, making it visually appealing and engaging. While some critiques mention a simplistic design, the majority find the graphics to be a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's enjoyment.
“The graphics are adorable and fun; there are so many hidden easter eggs you can discover, and the online play is a lot of fun, making it perfect for some casual enjoyment.”
“The visuals are bright and colorful, perfectly complementing the game's whimsical and frenetic nature.”
“Bopl battle is a visual masterpiece, captivating players with its stunning landscapes, meticulously crafted characters, and vibrant art style.”
“This game is a ripoff, way too much money for how boring it gets after 1 minute. The gameplay is 0/10, 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.”
“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).”
- story79 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The reviews for the "story" aspect of the game are overwhelmingly negative, with many users noting the absence of a narrative or overarching plot. While some players express enjoyment of the gameplay despite the lack of story, others call for the inclusion of a story mode. In contrast, one review highlights a different game, "Bopl Battle," praising its rich and immersive narrative, which stands in stark contrast to the general sentiment regarding the lack of story in the other games discussed.
“This game deserves to be nominated for the Nobel Prize for best thing in the entire world. The story and characters are gripping, the gameplay is replayable, and it had me in tears with the ending. Truly amazing 10/10.”
“What truly sets Bopl Battle apart is its rich and immersive narrative, which weaves together elements of myth, legend, and fantasy into a compelling tapestry of storytelling.”
“Set in a world on the brink of chaos, the game follows a diverse cast of characters as they embark on an epic quest to thwart the forces of darkness and save their homeland from destruction.”
“Needs a story mode”
“Moral of story.”
“Bopl battle, an extraordinary achievement in game design and storytelling, stands as a towering testament to the power of innovation, creativity, and artistic vision.”
- music40 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy and upbeat nature, enhancing the overall fun and immersive experience. Many players describe the soundtrack as iconic and uplifting, though some note that it can become repetitive after extended play. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the vibrant art style and engaging gameplay, making it a great choice for party gaming.
“The movement and ability combos feel great and satisfying to use, and the music and art style fit so well for a mainly party game.”
“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.”
“Music feels iconic, but gets annoying after 1 hour.”
“I like the sound design but I'm bored of the music.”
“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.”
- grinding39 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with many users expressing that it requires an excessive time commitment, often likening it to needing "a second life" to manage the grind effectively. While some acknowledge it can be a bit tedious at times, the overall sentiment suggests that the grinding experience is overly demanding and detracts from enjoyment.
“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.”
“It's a bit grindy sometimes.”
- replayability35 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players highlighting the variety of abilities and gameplay mechanics that keep the experience fresh and engaging. While some reviews suggest that the limited number of maps could benefit from additional content, the general consensus is that the game offers nearly infinite replay value, especially in multiplayer settings. Players appreciate the fun, quirky nature of the game, making it a great choice for social play.
“Though there are only a couple of maps, the game is not repetitive at all because you can choose new abilities every time, giving the game very good replay value, similar to games like Stick Fight or Ultimate Chicken Horse.”
“Incredibly fun and infinitely replayable... I would like to see the addition of lobbies bigger than 4 players though.”
“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 game has a ton of replayability, and I think that if you have friends up for it, you should definitely try it out.”
- stability35 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches, freezes, and server issues that can disrupt gameplay. While many find the game enjoyable despite these problems, the online mode is particularly noted for being buggy, leading to lag and crashes. Overall, while the game has potential and is fun to play, its stability issues detract from the experience.
“It runs great on Steam Deck!”
“It runs great on Linux!”
“It runs great on Windows!”
“I like this game, but for some reason every single time I play a match, my game just freezes and I can't play at all.”
“Good game 👍 (it crashes a whole lot, and sometimes freezes over entirely. This game is the cause of like 60% of my bluescreens, I think. It's awesome but so buggy and laggy.)”
“The servers are so bad that the game freezes every few seconds.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and fun nature, making it enjoyable for family play. While some players express a mix of humor and emotional impact, the overall sentiment leans towards a lighthearted experience that evokes positive feelings.
“This game hurts me emotionally.”
“Made me feel good to see that.”
“A nice, fun, wholesome game to play with your family on the couch.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its breathtaking detail and variety, ranging from sun-drenched plains to shadowy ruins, creating an inviting world of beauty and wonder. Players appreciate the charming and visually appealing environments, which enhance both cooperative and competitive gameplay experiences.
“From the sun-drenched plains of the countryside to the shadowy depths of ancient ruins, each environment is rendered with breathtaking detail and atmosphere, inviting players to lose themselves in a world of unparalleled beauty and wonder.”
“I love the different things that you can do in the game, and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere overall.”
“The developers have succeeded in creating a visually appealing and entertaining atmosphere.”
“- charming atmosphere.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively, with some users suggesting the addition of microtransactions, while others appreciate the absence of such features, highlighting the enjoyable gameplay and visual appeal when playing with friends or strangers.
“No microtransactions and the gameplay is very fun to play with friends or strangers!”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its amazing performance and seamless integration of abilities, providing an enjoyable experience both locally and online. However, some users noted minor 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 for couch and online play.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highlighted by impressive designs that feature fluid animations, expressive facial features, and intricate costumes, bringing both heroes and villains to life in a visually captivating manner.
“The character designs are equally impressive, with each hero and villain brought to life with fluid animations, expressive facial features, and intricate costume designs.”
