Border Force

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Border Force is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Spire Interactive and was released on February 7, 2019. It received negative reviews from players.

It is 10:59PM on March 29th 2019. With one minute to go until Britain's exit from the European Union is formalised, you are ready to get to work. The UK's safety is in your hands. You are Border Force.

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Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a nice art style with a Borderlands/comic vibe, making it visually appealing.
It offers a light-hearted and humorous take on the complexities of border control, which can be entertaining if approached with the right mindset.
Multiplayer mode adds a fun element, allowing for cooperative or competitive gameplay with friends.

The gameplay is repetitive and can become boring quickly, with many players finding it lacks depth and engagement.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that hinder the experience, including issues with controls and game mechanics.
The game is criticized for being a poor imitation of 'Papers, Please', lacking the same level of polish and meaningful commentary.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the unique art style reminiscent of Borderlands and a comic aesthetic, others criticize the overall quality as subpar, likening it to a low-budget Unity game. Additionally, issues such as glitches and buggy controls detract from the visual experience, leaving some players disappointed.
- “The positive thing I can say about it is that I like the art style; it has a Borderlands/comic vibe to it.”
- “A nice little game with a good art style, although it is a bit glitchy at times, particularly with the scanning device.”
- “It's a simplified 'Papers, Please' and a bit more graphical perhaps, but far less complicated yet not easy.”
- “Moving past the poor graphics and buggy controls, you are left with a very short game.”
- “The graphic quality is what you would expect from a cheap Unity game; even the soundtrack is subpar, consisting only of royalty-free music and the UK or EU anthem.”
- “The icing on the cake was the artwork contest for a billboard in the game. Have they ever heard of hiring artists?”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it for being shallow and lacking meaningful commentary on its themes, such as Brexit. Others appreciate the humor and engaging scenarios, though they feel the narrative could benefit from more depth and content. Overall, the story seems to be a divisive aspect, with some finding it lacking and others enjoying its lighthearted approach.
- “This is a very nice game with a little humor and good story scenarios you get put in.”
- “It contains only 5 days but with a little more story and you actually have to spend some more time completing the scenarios.”
- “If you're the type of person who enjoys queuing in the post office and believes that you're going to get a To Kill a Mockingbird-esque story from a game that cost £7, you may find that this game is not for you.”
- “The story is nonexistent and has absolutely no points to make about Brexit despite being all about it, just making the game about it because it's trending (or should I say it used to), not to mention the 'jokes' that sound like they were written by a middle school kid.”
- “It contains only 5 days, but with a little more story, you actually have to spend some more time completing the scenarios, and you don't just get one extra thing to look out for every day like in the UK campaign.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as inconsistent; while some players find it amusing and appreciate the comedic scenarios, others feel it falls flat and lacks depth. Overall, the game offers a mix of funny moments and dull gameplay, leading to a varied reception regarding its comedic value.
- “I was not expecting much when I first booted this up; however, I am now writing this realizing that this game has taken my weekend... a hilarious experience being a border-guarding dude.”
- “This is a very nice game with a little humor and good story scenarios you get put in.”
- “Super empty gameplay, very boring, not funny.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and frustrating due to random elements that complicate the experience, while others appreciate the solid mechanics and effective tutorial. Overall, the game seems to struggle with bugs and a lack of engaging content, leading to a generally negative perception.
- “The game has very good gameplay and a very good tutorial.”
- “The gameplay is all the same; as you progress, there are more things you have to keep track of, like random boxes that can contain bombs, which makes the game more challenging or really just more annoying.”
- “It's very bad; drivers drop passports out of the car, resulting in no gameplay and not being fun at all.”
- “Got it in a bundle for free, but the gameplay is non-existent and it makes no sense to waste any money on this.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting significant bugs and control issues, particularly in the US version, while the UK version is noted to be slightly more stable. Although some minor graphical inconsistencies exist, the developers are actively addressing these concerns, leading to a bug-free experience overall at the moment.
- “The game right now is bug-free, with only minor issues like the doors on a van being a different color than the chassis. However, these have already been reported and are being addressed by the developers.”
- “I haven't encountered any major bugs during my gameplay, which really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; it runs smoothly without crashes or significant glitches.”
- “Nice idea, buggy gameplay.”
- “Moving past the poor graphics and buggy controls, you are left with a very short game.”
- “The UK version, while having a disappointing finish, was slightly less buggy than the extremely unenjoyable US version.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect to be somewhat tedious, yet enjoyable due to its relatively short duration, making it less of a chore compared to other games.
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grinding to be a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the overall experience.”
music
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The music in the game has been criticized for being subpar, featuring only royalty-free tracks and national anthems, which detracts from the overall experience. Reviewers find the soundtrack lacking originality and quality, aligning with the game's low graphic standards.
- “The graphic quality is what you would expect from a cheap Unity game, and the soundtrack is disappointing as it's only royalty-free music and the UK or EU anthem.”