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Boulder Dash

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47%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
grinding, stability
80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

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Boulder Dash is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by BBG Entertainment GmbH and was released on September 8, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The retro game and legendary action puzzler for players young and more experienced alike arrived, combining up-to date-graphics with original game features – spanning 35+ years of Rockford and his friends, digging though caves to collect gems - Boulder Dash Deluxe!

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graphics3 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game successfully modernizes the classic Boulder Dash experience with improved graphics, sound, and gameplay while retaining the original spirit.
  • It includes the beloved original levels, allowing nostalgic players to enjoy the classic gameplay alongside new challenges.
  • The puzzles become increasingly challenging, providing a satisfying progression for players as they advance through the game.
  • The new graphics and design choices have been criticized for being clunky and less appealing compared to the original's clean aesthetic.
  • There are numerous bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, including issues with saving settings and item counts not updating correctly.
  • Some players feel that the game is overly simplified at the start and lacks variety in puzzle solutions, leading to tedious gameplay.
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the modern version of the classic Boulder Dash are praised for their significant improvement over the original, featuring enhanced visuals and sound effects that elevate the overall experience. While the music received mixed feedback, the overall graphical update successfully retains the charm of the 80s classic while introducing new elements.

    • “A modern version of the original Rockford/Boulder Dash - all the good stuff we remember and loved but with better visuals, sounds, unlockables, and all sorts of new features!”
    • “Great update to the graphics and gameplay of the 80's original.”
    • “The graphics are good, the sound effects are good, and the music is okay.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, indicating that it can become a monotonous and unenjoyable experience.

    • “This was tedious.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
    • “I spent hours doing the same tasks without any real progress.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant stability issues, citing numerous glitches and visual artifacts that detract from the overall experience.

    • “There are lots of glitches and artifacts!”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced constant lag and frame drops during gameplay.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its significant graphical and gameplay updates from the original 80's version, offering an enjoyable experience that balances accessibility with depth, while avoiding excessive reliance on mobile gaming tropes.

    • “Great update to the graphics and gameplay of the 80's original.”
    • “Thankfully, it's not too difficult to play, offering minimal lip service to mobile gameplay tropes while providing a great updated experience just below the surface.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally considered acceptable, though it does not stand out as a highlight compared to the good graphics and sound effects.

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Boulder Dash is a casual action adventure game.

Boulder Dash is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Boulder Dash was released on September 8, 2021.

Boulder Dash was developed by BBG Entertainment GmbH.

Boulder Dash has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its grinding.

Boulder Dash is a single player game.

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