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Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat

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88%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, grinding
88% User Score Based on 3,459 reviews

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Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat is a single player and multiplayer survival platformer game with a violence theme. It was developed by Spasman Games and was released on February 20, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,459 reviews
gameplay89 positive mentions
grinding8 negative mentions

  • Fast-paced and addicting 2D stickman shooter with diverse weapons and multiple game modes.
  • Free-to-play with no pay-to-win mechanics; premium offers only cosmetic customizations.
  • Fun parkour-style movement with rolls, double-jumps, and grappling hooks; runs well on low-end PCs.
  • Very small and largely inactive player base leading to empty or full servers and connection issues.
  • Some weapons and game modes are unbalanced; lag and hit registration problems affect gameplay.
  • Difficulties in hosting or joining games due to port forwarding requirements and scarce server availability.
  • gameplay
    176 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay offers fast-paced, tactical 2D stickman shooting with a variety of weapons, modes, and customization options that keep it engaging and fun, especially for fans of casual to competitive shooters. While some players praise its depth, smooth mechanics, and community-driven content, others find it repetitive, simplistic, or hampered by connection issues and occasional balance problems. Overall, it is well-received for its accessible yet strategic gameplay, with a strong emphasis on skill over pay-to-win elements.

    • “The gameplay, billed as tactical stickman combat, strikes an excellent balance between accessibility and depth.”
    • “Spasman put thought into almost all scenarios in the game and gave 90% of mechanics, strategies, loadouts and what have you a respective counter, usually multiple, so players will have to juggle themselves and their enemies to keep their objectives afloat, making it different from other shooters where you mostly keep the same stock of guns the entire match.”
    • “Different weapons, maps, and game modes provide diverse challenges that keep the gameplay engaging and entertaining.”
    • “I would not recommend this game, unless you are okay with mindless and simplistic gameplay loops for shooters.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive, the animators should feel bad.”
    • “The gameplay is dull and anticlimactic, as some doofus with a machine gun will always be camping suppressive fire where you need to go.”
  • graphics
    132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are consistently described as simple, minimalist, and deliberately low-resolution, often featuring stickman-style or pixelated visuals that some find charming and others see as outdated or lackluster. While not technically impressive and sometimes criticized for being basic or unpolished, the graphics are generally accepted as fitting the game's style and contributing to smooth performance on low-end systems. Overall, most reviewers agree the game’s appeal lies in its gameplay rather than visual fidelity, with the graphics suiting a niche audience that values fun over flashy presentation.

    • “The minimalist graphics and stickman art style are a testament to the idea that gameplay and fun should always come first.”
    • “The unique stickman aesthetic, accessible gameplay, thriving community, and developer commitment make it a title worth exploring.”
    • “While some might consider it simple, the game's minimalist graphics give it a unique charm and ensure that it runs smoothly even on lower-end systems.”
    • “The game features really lacklustre 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
    • “The game includes new and old weapons, (mostly old, but slightly improved.) new features to spice up the classic modes, and graphics that were updated from a calculator to a slightly more advanced calculator.”
    • “I don't know why the devs chose to make it pixelated but that was a terrible decision; if you can get past the game's graphics then 'Boring Man' is a great game to pass the time, but honestly I'd rather recommend Super Fighters Deluxe (it doesn't irritate my eyes every time I play it).”
  • humor
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game’s humor is widely praised for its wacky, chaotic, and often dark comedic style, featuring funny weapons, goofy moments, and playful stickman antics. Players enjoy its blend of absurd, pixelated violence and lighthearted, silly jokes, making it especially fun to play with friends. The humor is appreciated for adding personality and levity without taking itself too seriously, contributing heavily to the game's entertaining and replayable nature.

    • “It also has a sense of humor and personality, never taking itself too seriously, but still offering rich lore for those who like digging through that kind of stuff!”
    • “With 70 weapons, Boring Man is the most chaotic and hilarious 2D online shooter on the internet.”
    • “This 2D stickman shooter is not only ludicrously hilarious for bursts of fun, it also allows for tactical ingenuity with all of its weapon variety to constantly change your game style and gain the upper hand.”
  • story
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game largely lacks a traditional story or campaign, relying instead on multiplayer interaction and missions for engagement. Some users express a desire for a more developed storyline or story mode to enhance the experience. Despite this, the game remains enjoyable due to its gameplay and community elements.

    • “It has a big selection of guns, explosions, humor, backstory, etc. Ironically, this game is no way boring!”
    • “It also has a very interesting background story, and I highly suggest that you check out the developer's videos on his past games.”
    • “A story or background info of much interest.”
    • “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
    • “☑ no story”
    • “Amazing, if Spasman is reading this, please add a story or a campaign. I'd love to see that. By the way, one of the best free games I've ever seen.”
  • grinding
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features significant grinding that can feel unreasonably time-consuming and sometimes frustrating due to rare drops and bugs. However, it does not include pay-to-win elements, relying instead on player skill and persistence. While some find the grind unfulfilling, others see it as a typical part of the gameplay experience.

    • “The servers are dead, balance is all over the place, major bugs have caused me to fail multiple survival runs, and the achievements are incredibly, unreasonably grindy.”
    • “It never dropped, and so I spent another 50 hours of playtime, spread across a few months, grinding again (a single run takes 2-3 hours), this time with a better strategy for getting the drop... but it still never appeared.”
    • “At this point, I had been using large chunks of my free time grinding this game for a few months in total.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered background and unremarkable, serving more as ambient accompaniment than a standout feature. While the menu music is praised as fitting, in-game tracks lack intensity and fail to significantly enhance the experience. Overall, music is seen as a minor aspect that could benefit from more development.

    • “The experience is like walking into a party where there’s music, lights, food, drinks...”
    • “Looking forward to digging into the music and assets”
    • “The only music since the time of this review is the menu music, and it's good for menu music.”
    • “I would not say audio is a very demanding aspect you need to focus on in the game to have a good time.”
    • “The music is minimal, mostly limited to the menu, lacking variety during gameplay.”
  • optimization
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features minimalist graphics that enable smooth performance on a wide range of systems, including lower-end hardware and the Steam Deck, though some users note occasional stuttering and believe further optimization could improve stability. However, issues with online performance and server location negatively impact network reliability for certain players. Overall, the game is generally well-optimized for gameplay and map editing but has room for improvement in internet-related performance.

    • “The straightforward visual design not only runs smoothly on various systems but also eliminates distractions, allowing players to focus on the thrill of combat.”
    • “While some might consider it simple, the game's minimalist graphics give it a unique charm and ensure that it runs smoothly even on lower-end systems.”
    • “It's easy to run, very smooth, and well optimized.”
    • “Like CS where the engine isn't optimized properly, so even if you have slightly above the minimum requirements, the game still lags significantly.”
    • “My only problem with the game is the occasional stuttering of characters, but otherwise great fun!”
    • “It's playable on Steam Deck, but the game could be optimized better.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game experiences frequent freezes, frame rate drops, and occasional error pop-ups, leading to a somewhat buggy experience. However, given that it is free and regularly updated by a small indie developer, these stability issues are generally minor and don't significantly detract from the overall fun.

    • “When I launch the game, it freezes and then an error pop-up appears.”
    • “You run at around 100fps but everyone else runs at 20fps and then freezes every 5 seconds.”
    • “The game frequently freezes the second I join a game.”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Monetization in this game is notably fair and balanced, with no pay-to-win mechanics or intrusive microtransactions, offering a straightforward experience without hidden DLC paywalls. While some criticize the game as simplistic low-effort content, others appreciate its player-friendly approach and suggest that better advertising could boost its visibility.

    • “This is basically just cash grab shovelware with content locked behind DLC paywalls... a simple, badly made 2D platformer arena/shooter with 'stick figure' laziness instead of real graphics.”
    • “Survival is cool to try your weapons out and refine your accuracy, also to play more 'tactical' and calmly, as the rest of game modes are either terrible for 5 mins, or terrible with ads aka spectator mode.”
    • “Also advertisements could be done well so don't leave that out of the question.”
  • emotional
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is described as both lighthearted and impactful, offering a relaxed experience that still evokes meaningful feelings. While it may not target everyone, it creates memorable, wholesome moments that resonate emotionally with players.

    • “10/10 would cry again”
    • “But this is something that made me cry a little inside”
    • “This game needs some love.. let's make a wholesome moment and break the internet!”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers extensive replayability with diverse competitive gameplay, numerous weapons, and various modes, including a map editor that enhances variety. Its quick download and accessibility make it easy to jump in and enjoy repeatedly. Overall, players find it engaging for both solo and multiplayer experiences.

    • “I highly recommend this game for its amazing competitive gameplay, vast replayability, and great game feel.”
    • “I recommend you give this game a try as it takes 5 seconds to download, is very quick to get into, and has a lot of replayability, as well as the fact that it's free.”
    • “Boringman is a great arcade point n' shoot for the CPU boasting lots of weapons and replay value for all the different modes, even when it's just you versus the CPU and bots.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the atmosphere moderately engaging but suggest that adding dynamic elements like mud crab AI could enhance the battlefield environment and make it feel more lively.

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40h Median play time
238h Average play time
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*Based on 14 analyzed playthroughs
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Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat is a survival platformer game with violence theme.

Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 238 hours playing Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat.

Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat was released on February 20, 2015.

Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat was developed by Spasman Games.

Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Boring Man: Online Tactical Stickman Combat is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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