BORIS RUSSIAN BEAR

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BORIS RUSSIAN BEAR is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Guilty Pleasure Games and was released on June 3, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Boris Russian Bear," become a courageous Russian soldier, defending your homeland's border with a trusty AK-47. Immerse in the Russian atmosphere, complete with a gripping soundtrack, ice-cold vodka, and balalaika playing. Experience the unique blend of action, culture, and patriotism in this intense game.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 170 reviews

music5 positive mentions

story6 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and entertaining experience, allowing players to embody a bear with an AK-47 while enjoying a humorous and immersive atmosphere.
Many players appreciate the game's soundtrack and the comedic elements, finding it to be a fun and memorable experience.
The game has brought families closer together, providing a platform for shared enjoyment and bonding between parents and children.

The gameplay is plagued by poor controls, clunky mechanics, and a lack of clear objectives, making it frustrating for many players.
There are significant technical issues, including crashes and performance problems, especially on older hardware.
The game is criticized for its lack of depth, with many players feeling it is more of an interactive screensaver than a fully developed game.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story aspect. While some players appreciate the immersive experience and social commentary, many others criticize the lack of a coherent storyline or objectives, describing it as a sandbox experience with no narrative depth. Overall, the game seems to oscillate between being a captivating experience for some and a directionless one for others.
- “Incredibly immersive and story-driven game, completely ropes you in for hours and hours upon end.”
- “Although on the surface it may just look like a bear with a gun, if you take the time to really get into the story, it shows great amounts of social commentary.”
- “All I've ever wanted, inspirational and moving. I've never played a game with such a rich story and heart-wrenching characters. 40/10, I'm in awe.”
- “There is no storyline or objective whatsoever and you can sometimes find villages but they are completely useless and do nothing.”
- “From what I've seen, there was no story at all; basically walk around and kill enemies from what I played.”
- “At least if you don't care about having the worst controls, and no story or goal whatsoever.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
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The music in the game is generally praised for its epic and immersive Russian atmosphere, featuring a strong soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience. However, some players expressed disappointment with the short length of the song played by the character Boris, wishing it could loop or be longer. Overall, the combination of traditional Russian music and the game's unique themes has resonated well with many players.
- “I played as a bear, shot at enemies while listening to an epic soundtrack, drank vodka, played the balalaika, and felt the native Russian atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is nice.”
- “Best game of 2021, can't change my mind; it's got Russian music, a bear named Boris, vodka, an AK-47, and you have a Soviet star on your waist.”
- “The little song Boris plays on his instrument disappointed me; the song was way too short. I thought it would at least be able to loop itself or have a 1-minute playtime.”
- “The little song Boris plays on his instrument disappointed me; the song was way too short. I thought it would at least be able to loop itself or have a 1-minute playtime.”
- “The little song Boris plays on his instrument disappointed me; the song was way too short. I thought it would at least be able to loop itself or have a 1-minute playtime.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Overall, the graphics of the game are praised for their quality, with some users noting them as among the best they've seen, surpassing even high-profile titles like Red Dead Redemption 2. However, there are concerns about performance issues, particularly with motion blur affecting older hardware, and a lack of customizable graphics options. Despite these drawbacks, the visual appeal contributes positively to the overall gaming experience.
- “The graphics are quite nice to look at.”
- “The graphics are some of the best I've ever seen, making RDR 2 look like Roblox.”
- “Graphics immaculate.”
- “The graphics are much improved but the gameplay is rough to say the least.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique mechanics and meme potential, while others criticize it for being rough, lacking essential shooting mechanics, and missing a first-person perspective. Overall, it appears to be a polarizing experience that may appeal to some but frustrate others.
- “It has the best gameplay I have ever seen. I really like the recoil and, of course, vodka!”
- “Gameplay is intense.”
- “Incredible meme potential, but in terms of gameplay, it sucks.”
- “The graphics are much improved, but the gameplay is rough to say the least.”
- “Besides the lack of first-person perspective, good recoil, and basically any other shooting mechanic.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quirky themes involving vodka, balalaika, and absurd scenarios. However, some reviewers feel that the comedic elements are undermined by poor gameplay mechanics, such as laggy controls and frustrating enemy designs, which detract from the overall experience.
- “Very funny game, can get drunk, play balalaika, shoot soldiers with AK-47.”
- “I like vodka and funny little guitar.”
- “Hilarious idea, but the shooting feels beyond terrible.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game profoundly impactful, often leading to tears due to its rich storytelling and deeply resonant characters. Many describe it as inspirational and moving, highlighting a unique ability to connect with players on a personal level. Overall, the emotional depth is praised as a standout feature, elevating the gaming experience significantly.
- “Be/_dag9vvztpc made me cry three times actually.”
- “All I've ever wanted: inspirational and moving. I've never played a game with such a rich story and heart-wrenching characters. 40/10, I'm in awe.”
- “There is a world barrier that you end up touching at some point.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that grinding in the game is so demanding that it feels like it requires an extra life to manage effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is richly immersive, combining elements of Russian culture with an epic soundtrack, allowing players to fully engage in the experience of embodying a bear while interacting with the environment through activities like drinking vodka and playing the balalaika.
- “I played as a bear, shot at enemies while listening to an epic soundtrack, drank vodka, played the balalaika, and felt the authentic Russian atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the world feels lifeless and devoid of any real atmosphere.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, making it hard to stay engaged.”