Bubbaruka!

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Bubbaruka! is a single player role playing game with a horror theme. It was developed by Super Nova Studios and was released on June 21, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

"Bubbaruka!" is a video game that can be purchased on Steam, where players adopt a virtual keychain pet similar to an unreleased toy from the past. Upon purchasing a second-hand laptop, the game was discovered in a folder called "Bubbaruka," bringing back memories of the once-longed-for toy. To update the game, transfer the contents of the old RootFiles folder to the newly downloaded game folder's RootFiles folder, replacing any excess files in the process.

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Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Bubbaruka offers a captivating atmosphere with great suspense and a well-crafted story that draws players in.
The game features unique and varied puzzles, along with a distinct art style that enhances the horror experience.
Players appreciate the developer's dedication, as the game is filled with content and has a strong sense of personality despite its simple graphics.

Some players find the gameplay mechanics to be unfair and frustrating, particularly during boss fights.
The game can be repetitive and tedious, with challenges related to mapping out areas due to similar graphics.
There are occasional bugs and technical issues, such as game freezes and inventory problems, which can detract from the experience.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its captivating presentation and engaging pacing, effectively drawing players into its narrative without needing to innovate dramatically. While some players appreciate the depth and secrets revealed throughout the game, others find the reliance on environmental storytelling through notes and scribbles less effective. Overall, the storyline is considered well-written and intriguing, enhancing the overall experience.
- “As genuinely good as this game is for its pacing, atmosphere, and story.”
- “Without spoiling the story of the game, bubbaruka's is captivating and presented in a way which draws you deeper into it.”
- “The storyline is flawless; it's so interesting learning more about the story and the events that took place.”
- “As genuinely good as this game is for its pacing, atmosphere, and story, it ultimately falls short in delivering a compelling narrative.”
- “Without spoiling the story of the game, it feels like bubbaruka's narrative is captivating but lacks depth, leaving players wanting more.”
- “The final area of the game, flou's, attempts to convey the creature's presence of fear and the story of Onaga, who was first afflicted, but it feels rushed and underdeveloped.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are custom-made and contribute significantly to its unique aesthetic, with a mix of impressive sprites that enhance the horror experience. However, some players find the visuals too basic and repetitive, making exploration tedious due to the similarity of environments. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they effectively support the game's creepy ambiance and thematic elements.
- “The puzzles are consistently varied, each of the game's three areas feel distinct, and all the graphics and interfaces you'll see were custom-made by the creator.”
- “The spooks, creepy ambiance, and art style made it a true and absolute horror experience.”
- “I have to say, I didn't know anything about this game; I just saw it, loved the aesthetic, how it was a similar game to Tamagotchi, the price tag of 4€, and from the combination of all three, I immediately took it.”
- “Exploration is rather tedious and time-consuming because most of the challenge of the game is trying to map out the layout of the world in your mind, which is incredibly difficult when the graphics are so basic and every room and hallway looks so similar.”
- “Bubbaruka is a great game, it horrified me, it was packed with major loads of content, heck, even the damn file size is a gigabyte, most of my games are a gigabyte and they have better graphics. Not saying these graphics are bad, they actually add a bunch to the horror, but this game has small pixel graphics, which means there is a lot of content.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging ambiance and sound design, creating an immersive experience that captivates players. The simplistic character design adds an old-school charm, reminiscent of Tamagotchi, further enhancing the overall atmospheric quality. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
- “As genuinely good as this game is for its pacing, atmosphere, and story.”
- “I'm really liking the game and the atmosphere.”
- “The characters look simplistic but have an old-school charm that is reminiscent of Tamagotchi, and the atmosphere pulls you in with its ambiance and sound.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is a mixed bag, with some players finding it rough and unfair, particularly towards the end game, while others appreciate the overall concept despite its repetitiveness and simplicity. Issues like poor area mapping have been noted, but they are not universally seen as detrimental to the overall experience.
- “There are three main gameplay segments in the game, accompanied by the three 'bubbies' who you guide through them.”
- “There are slight problems in the gameplay, such as having trouble mapping areas out; some sort of map would really have helped, but this wasn't a huge issue in my experience and I can definitely look past it because I love everything else about the game.”
- “The gameplay, on the other hand, can get rough at times and rather unfair.”
- “I can't recommend this game on its unfair mechanics alone near the end game.”
- “Some cool visuals and overall concept, but just way too repetitive and simple in terms of gameplay.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and time-consuming, primarily due to the challenging exploration that requires memorizing the layout of a visually simplistic world where rooms and hallways often look alike.
- “Exploration is rather tedious and time-consuming because most of the challenge of the game is trying to map out the layout of the world in your mind, which is incredibly difficult when the graphics are so basic and every room and hallway looks so similar.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over just to level up, which quickly becomes boring and unfulfilling.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the psychological horror experience, effectively building tension and complementing the atmosphere. Reviewers note that it aligns seamlessly with each scene, contributing to the overall immersion and impact of the game's presentation.
- “The music perfectly enhances the atmosphere, creating a deep psychological horror experience filled with tension and well-crafted jumpscares.”
- “The soundtrack fits seamlessly into every scene, elevating the overall presentation and making each encounter with the monsters even more impactful.”
- “The ambient music is masterfully composed, adding layers of depth to the gameplay and immersing players in a truly haunting experience.”
humor
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The humor in the game is universally praised, with users rating it a perfect 10/10 for its comedic elements. Players find the jokes and comedic timing to be exceptionally well-executed, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “10,000/10,000 funny!”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, keeping me laughing throughout my entire playthrough.”
- “I can't remember the last time a game made me laugh this much; the jokes are clever and perfectly timed.”