Broccoli Bob

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In "Broccoli Bob" , play as the eponymous vegetable hero on a mission to rescue kidnapped broccoli from menacing creatures. Navigate through 15 levels across various worlds and seasons, using an array of weapons and avoiding treacherous traps. Collect and save the three types of broccoli to unlock doors to new levels in this unique blend of adventure and puzzle gameplay.

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Single-Player

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

The game features a unique narrative that challenges traditional storytelling, offering players a deep and reflective experience.
Broccoli Bob's whimsical art style and enchanting soundtrack create a nostalgic and immersive atmosphere.
The gameplay combines strategy and creativity, with a variety of mechanics that keep players engaged through both action and peaceful moments.

The game suffers from technical issues, including poor level design, lack of options, and simplistic graphics that do not meet modern standards.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and frustrating, with hidden traps and unclear mechanics leading to a lack of enjoyment.
There are concerns about the game's legitimacy, with accusations of it being an asset flip and lacking original content or proper credit to asset creators.

story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
84%
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The story of "Broccoli Bob" presents a whimsical yet noble quest for revenge, challenging traditional storytelling norms with a unique narrative inspired by renowned creators like Kojima and Miyazaki. While it aims to convey deeper themes about purpose and resilience, many players find the character development lacking and the plot linear, resulting in a mixed reception where the gameplay often overshadows the narrative. Overall, the story is seen as both ambitious and flawed, with some players appreciating its originality while others criticize its simplicity and lack of engagement.
- “For in the heart of Broccoli Bob, we uncover the truth that resonates beyond the screen: the pursuit of purpose is a noble quest, and each journey, no matter how humble, is a story worth telling.”
- “Join Broccoli Bob on his quest for revenge, representing those who have suffered from a harsh society.”
- “Broccoli Bob, a simple and whimsical protagonist, set out on a pilgrimage to free his brethren from the dastardly creatures who have captured them - a noble quest for a noble vegetable warrior.”
- “I suppose it's time for me to get to the story and characters... this is... not this game's strong point.”
- “You don't really care about any of the characters because they are never developed, so when they kill off a few it's a bit like... eh whatever... the story is linear and pretty simple.”
- “Story - 2/10 - simple and uninteresting no-choices storyline.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "broccoli bob" present a mixed bag; while some players praise its whimsical art style and stunning visuals with high attention to detail, others criticize the simplistic 2D graphics reminiscent of low-effort flash games, noting a lack of resolution options and graphical tweaks. Overall, the game is celebrated for its captivating aesthetic and impressive world-building, though it may not meet the expectations of PC gamers accustomed to higher-quality visuals.
- “The art style, with its whimsical flair, evokes a sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of a child’s vivid imagination.”
- “This game is graphically... absolutely stunning.”
- “Visuals - 10/10 - absurd attention to detail, beautiful explosions and world-building.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “The game features somewhat lazy, simplistic 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort flash/browser games and mobile apps.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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73%
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The gameplay of "broccoli bob" is a mixed bag, showcasing a blend of strategic and spontaneous mechanics that can be both engaging and frustrating. While some players appreciate the depth and nuance, others criticize the level design and inconsistent mechanics, leading to a challenging experience that can detract from enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay is characterized by its potential for brilliance but marred by significant flaws.
- “It is here that the essence of 'broccoli bob' truly reveals itself—a delightful amalgamation of mechanics that invite both strategy and spontaneity.”
- “The gameplay, while seemingly simplistic at first glance, is rife with nuance, with the protagonist finding himself embroiled in both action-packed scenarios and moments of tranquility and contemplation.”
- “The gameplay consists of pure genius mechanics and thoughtful comprehension of what the player truly desires.”
- “Gameplay... guys, where's the gameplay?”
- “If the absolutely god awful level design does not drive you to the point of suicide, dying repeatedly to janky platforms, inconsistent enemy mechanics, insta-kill respawns, and leap of faith off-screen platforms just wide enough to fit a bomb trap so that you have to eat the damage, all while listening to a mind-numbing 30-second repeating loop, of what I have to assume is sound bytes assimilating my brain into the Illuminati's sheeple-slave army, you are going to be begging for death upon completing 15 levels.”
- “Art: ✓, music: ✓, gameplay... guys, where's the gameplay?”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its hauntingly beautiful and comforting qualities, described as a melancholic lullaby that enhances the overall experience. While some users express concerns about gameplay, they consistently note that the soundtrack is enjoyable and well-executed, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, with many appreciating its ability to evoke emotions and create a relaxing ambiance.
- “The vibrant colors shimmer like the morning dew, while the hauntingly beautiful soundtrack lingers like a distant memory—a melancholic lullaby that both comforts and enthralls.”
- “Good toon soundtrack”
- “Art: ✓, music: ✓, gameplay... guys, where's the gameplay?”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism and unethical practices by the developers, who are said to repurpose others' work without proper credit. This has led to perceptions of the game as a cash grab, lacking originality and integrity.
- “The developers here didn't credit any of the artists and real, actual game developers who created the assets, so this is plagiarism, as well as a cash grab.”
- “My Way Games/Timberwolf Studios have shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab through this account or closely linked/alternate accounts.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers extensive customization options, allowing players to unlock a wide variety of performance mods and weapons using the easily accessible in-game currency, scrap. This abundance of customization enhances the overall optimization experience for players.
- “The opus is fully customizable, and there are a plethora of performance mods and weapons to unlock using the in-game currency, scrap, which can be conveniently found just about everywhere.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game has been widely criticized, with users finding it unfunny and poorly executed, leading to a negative overall impression.
- “This game is so unfunny and buggy that I want to die.”

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