Border Officer

65%
Game Brain Score Based on 280 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • stability
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"Border Officer" is a simulation game where players assume the role of a border control officer, inspecting travelers and cargo for illegal items to maintain the security and integrity of the nation's border. Players must make quick decisions and use their judgment to detect potential threats, while also providing excellent customer service. The game features various levels, each with unique challenges and objectives, providing an engaging and realistic border control experience.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

65%
Audience ScoreBased on 280 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
stability10 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and challenging experience, reminiscent of 'Papers, Please' but with added features.
  • It has a unique concept that combines daily life simulation with border control mechanics, providing an immersive experience.
  • Despite its bugs, many players find it enjoyable and entertaining, especially for those who appreciate indie games.
  • The game is plagued with bugs and performance issues, including long loading times and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
  • Many players feel the game is unbalanced, with a difficult economy that makes it hard to progress and manage resources effectively.
  • The graphics and overall polish are lacking, leading to a clunky gameplay experience that detracts from the enjoyment.
  • graphics22 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that while they are atmospheric and effectively convey the game's bleak environment, others criticize them as weak and plagued by optimization issues. Many users report performance problems, including crashes and slowdowns, particularly at higher settings, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, some players find the graphics enjoyable and fitting for the game's tone.

    • “The game's atmospheric graphics, branching narratives, and challenging gameplay create a sense of tension and moral ambiguity.”
    • “Graphics are weak but depict the bleakness of the environment you're living and working in well enough.”
    • “Second, the graphics are realistic.”
    • “Graphics are bad bad.”
    • “Graphics are this game's biggest downfall as it looks horrible even for an indie game.”
    • “This game is absolutely impossible to play on higher graphic settings because there are lots of optimization problems, and the game becomes unplayable.”
  • gameplay16 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging elements and notable flaws; while it features realistic mechanics, moral dilemmas, and branching narratives that enhance the experience, many players find the controls clunky and repetitive. Bugs and imperfect mechanics are present but generally do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a unique atmosphere and can evoke humor, making it a mixed but ultimately entertaining experience.

    • “With its realistic gameplay mechanics, moral dilemmas, and multiple story paths, the game offers a unique and intense experience.”
    • “The game's atmospheric graphics, branching narratives, and challenging gameplay create a sense of tension and moral ambiguity.”
    • “Gameplay is good with a good story; controls and movement feel unrefined and can feel clunky at first.”
    • “The gameplay itself is clunky and monotonous; it's the same thing over and over.”
    • “The game mechanic isn't great, and the long car trips from our home to our workplace can make you a little sleepy.”
    • “Anyway, there aren't many in-game mechanics, so this game falls a little bit short.”
  • stability10 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs, slow loading times, and poor optimization. While the concept is appreciated, the overall experience is marred by clunky mechanics and inconsistent performance, leading many to find it unpolished and frustrating. Despite its addictive nature, the game's current state is deemed too problematic for a satisfying experience.

    • “It's a neat idea, but unfortunately this game is still quite unpolished and buggy and as of now it doesn't seem like it will be developed any further.”
    • “The game loads pretty slowly, it comes to 90% and then I need to wait a few minutes to load. The game is really badly optimized, but the concept is good. It's fun to play, but it has a lot of glitches and bugs.”
    • “At present, this is far, far too buggy to be a good game.”
  • story10 mentions

    The game's story is criticized for lacking depth and progression, with many players feeling it is overshadowed by bugs and a lack of coherent narrative. While some appreciate the moral dilemmas and multiple story paths, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, making it difficult for players to fully engage with the narrative. Despite a promising concept, the abandonment by developers has led to a fragmented experience that hinders storytelling.

    • “With its realistic gameplay mechanics, moral dilemmas, and multiple story paths, the game offers a unique and intense experience.”
    • “Some people crossing the border have certain... let's say, 'motives', and this drives the story that is about to unfold.”
    • “With all these underlying issues, it's certainly hard to even get past the first few days, so experiencing the entire story is probably out of reach for all but the most persistent players.”
    • “This is a tragic game. I like the idea of copying 'Papers, Please' but adding more to it, but everything is garbage: no story, no progression; it's just everything is bad and on top of that, there are many bugs.”
    • “The game has a nice concept and theme going, but it seems like the devs abandoned this game, leaving bugs behind and no real storyline.”
    • “With all these underlying issues, it's certainly hard to even get past the first few days, so experiencing the entire story is probably out of reach for all but the most persistent players.”
  • optimization7 mentions

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to slow performance even on high-end hardware, long loading times, and numerous glitches and bugs. While the concept is enjoyable, the poor optimization makes it nearly unplayable at higher graphic settings. Overall, players express a strong need for improvements in optimization.

    • “This is an interesting and fun game, but it is absolutely impossible to play on higher graphic settings due to numerous optimization problems, making the game nearly unplayable.”
    • “The game loads pretty slowly, reaching 90% and then requiring a few minutes to fully load. While the concept is good and it's fun to play, it suffers from significant optimization issues, along with many glitches and bugs.”
    • “Need optimization.”
    • “Apart from being a poorly optimized Unity game, it was also put together rather sloppily.”
    • “This is an interesting and fun game, but it is absolutely impossible to play on higher graphic settings due to numerous optimization problems, making the game practically unplayable.”
    • “The game loads pretty slowly; it gets to 90% and then I have to wait a few minutes to load. The game is really poorly optimized, but the concept is good. It's fun to play, but it has a lot of glitches and bugs.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and a key aspect of its charm. Many appreciate the comedic elements, including quirky characters and situations, although some note issues with language and bugs that can also contribute to the humor. Overall, the game is considered funny and adds to its character, making it an enjoyable experience.

    • “It's funny & adds to the game's character.”
    • “Great and funny game.”
    • “Working at the border can be fun and some of the people who come into the country are funny and carry spoons.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often likening it to the monotony of daily commutes. Many feel that it requires an excessive investment of time, making it a significant drawback.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Grinding is a rewarding experience that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind may be tough, but the sense of achievement makes it worthwhile.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Driving from home to work and back again every day is tedious.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that the developer is prioritizing quick profits over necessary improvements and fixes, suggesting a lack of commitment to quality.

    • “Another abandonware cash grab.”
    • “It would take the developer 2-3 hours to fix half of the problematic issues, but this is just a fast cash grab and no more work needs to be put in to get paid.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
  • music2 mentions

    Users report significant issues with the game's music, noting that it fails to load properly and causes lag, which negatively impacts the overall gaming experience. Many are frustrated by these bugs, as they prevent them from starting the game effectively.

    • “I tried to play, and it failed to load the music. The music lags out, the graphics mess up, and then I can't even start to play the game. Assuming this is a bug, please fix it so I can actually play.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Users express a deep emotional struggle, highlighting feelings of frustration and helplessness in navigating life's challenges, particularly in the context of modern childhood experiences. This sentiment reflects a broader concern about the emotional well-being of today's youth.

    • “I feel like 90% of kids these days have ADD or ADHD and want to cry, kick, and scream over little things in life.”
    • “Well, I did that, and now I'm stuck between both rocks without my tires touching the ground.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its atmospheric graphics and branching narratives, which together foster a sense of tension and moral ambiguity, complemented by challenging gameplay.

    • “The game's atmospheric graphics, branching narratives, and challenging gameplay create a sense of tension and moral ambiguity.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack and immersive environments draw you into a world filled with mystery and suspense.”
    • “Every detail, from the lighting to the sound design, contributes to an overwhelming sense of dread and anticipation.”
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