Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back

60%
Game Brain Score Based on 139 reviews
  • music
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Bubsy: The Woolies Strikes Back is thankfully only about an hour long so we can go back to forgetting Bubsy exists.
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"Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back" is a classic-style platformer featuring the wise-cracking bobcat, Bubsy. After the Woolies steal his precious golden fleece, Bubsy embarks on an intergalactic journey across 13 levels to retrieve it. Utilize his glide ability and a variety of power-ups to outmaneuver enemies and obstacles in this fun and challenging game.

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60%
Audience ScoreBased on 139 reviews
music18 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features colorful graphics and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Controls are generally smooth and responsive, making platforming enjoyable despite the game's simplicity.
  • Bubsy's return is seen as a positive step, with some players appreciating the self-aware humor and nostalgia.
  • The game is very short, with many players completing it in under three hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
  • Level design is often criticized as generic and repetitive, lacking the creativity and challenge of classic platformers.
  • Technical issues, including crashes and visibility problems, detract from the overall gameplay experience.
  • music32 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and well-composed soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. However, some players found the music to be repetitive and generic, lacking the charm of the original game's soundtrack. Overall, while the audio design is solid and enjoyable for many, it does not fully meet the expectations set by previous titles in the series.

    • “The soundtrack is outstanding (especially if you are into synth music) and fits the game very well.”
    • “I actually like how Bubsy sounds and looks, and the music is quite well composed!”
    • “The music is very catchy.”
    • “The soundtrack is awfully forgetful, nothing at all like the original SNES game.”
    • “I would have liked to have heard some remixes of the original SNES soundtrack.”
    • “The soundtrack is okay at times, but it's the same song throughout the entirety of a world, which gets super annoying.”
  • gameplay19 mentions

    The gameplay is generally viewed as generic and repetitive, with limited new mechanics introduced after the initial levels, leading to a lack of depth and engagement. While some players appreciate the fun elements and potential for improvement, many criticize the short playtime and feel that the experience does not justify the price, especially given the basic platforming and occasional lag. Overall, the game shows promise but falls short in delivering a satisfying and consistent gameplay experience.

    • “Overall, it's an entertaining game with interesting mechanics and gameplay, although it tends to be a bit repetitive.”
    • “But I really enjoyed the firm delivery of fun gameplay!”
    • “It is a core gameplay mechanic and further enhances the experience.”
    • “The gameplay was decent, but I'm not spending $20 - $30 on a game that's the length of a demo.”
    • “As of writing this review, I'm two and a half hours in and have yet to see any actual gameplay or story content.”
    • “There's no consistency in the gameplay.”
  • graphics17 mentions

    The graphics of the game are characterized by their colorful and bright aesthetic, reminiscent of 90s cartoons, but are often described as bland, generic, and lacking in memorable detail. While some appreciate the redesign of the main character and the effort put into the backgrounds, many reviewers find the overall visual presentation to be uninspired and low-budget, with significant optimization issues affecting performance on various systems.

    • “The graphics are great - a lot of work has been put into the detailed backgrounds and of course in Bubsy himself.”
    • “Feeling like a mix of early Saturday morning cartoons of the 90s mixed with current art styles for its own personality.”
    • “It is easy to control, fun to play, graphics are colorful/nice and the soundtrack is wonderful!”
    • “Graphically, the game is pretty bland, and none of the levels were particularly memorable.”
    • “From what I've seen on the net, anyone with an Intel machine or dedicated graphics card won't be able to play this game due to horrendous optimization.”
    • “Graphically very poor, low budget, bare bones visuals.”
  • story9 mentions

    The story of Bubsy revolves around the theft of his special yarn ball, the "golden fleece," by the woolies, his alien adversaries. While the premise is straightforward, reviewers express a desire for a deeper narrative and more engaging gameplay, noting that the current plot lacks complexity and excitement. Overall, the story is seen as a basic framework that could benefit from additional content and updates.

    • “The plot of the game's story is that a special yarn ball of Bubsy's, the 'golden fleece,' gets stolen by the Woolies (alien characters in the Bubsy franchise that are also his enemies).”
    • “Bubsy's mission is to fight the Woolies, yet again like he did in previous games, and get back his golden fleece.”
    • “Bubsy needs a deeper storyline.”
    • “As of writing this review, I'm two and a half hours in and have yet to see any actual gameplay or story content.”
    • “For starters, the story is pretty straightforward and nothing to marvel at.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the self-referential jokes and find them amusing during gameplay, others criticize the repetitive and often unfunny quips from the character Bubsy, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite some moments of laughter, many feel that the humor falls flat and becomes annoying over time.

    • “It looks good, sounds good, it's kind of funny with its self-inflected jokes, and most importantly, it plays well.”
    • “I played this with my friend during a stream, and we were laughing, having fun, and just outright amazed by how much we liked the game.”
    • “Some of Bubsy's lines can be funny, but after a while, they just get annoying and repetitive.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game's stability is characterized by a few sporadic glitches, indicating a generally stable experience. However, some players feel that the focus on quality over quantity has resulted in a lack of content, making the overall gameplay feel mediocre.

    • “The game itself is mediocre and buggy.”
    • “I feel Black Forest Games and Accolade were going for quality over quantity with these stages, which, while leading to a shortage of bugs and glitches, also meant there wasn't much 'game' in their game.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game features strong replayability due to its engaging level design, despite having a relatively short length of 11 levels and 3 boss battles. Players seeking 100% completion will find additional motivation to replay the game.

    • “While the game may be a little on the short side with 11 levels and 3 boss battles, it offers tons of replayability resulting from its level design.”
    • “Decent replayability if you're aiming for 100% completion.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is severely lacking, particularly for users with Intel machines or dedicated graphics cards, leading to significant performance issues. Many players are calling for further improvements to enhance gameplay experience.

    • “From what I've seen on the net, anyone with an Intel machine or dedicated graphics card won't be able to play this game due to horrendous optimization.”
    • “I'd like to see some more improvements and optimization.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is generally lacking, with few levels offering an engaging experience; the space rock world stands out as the most immersive due to its otherworldly qualities.

    • “There's no atmosphere in any of the levels that pulls me in, with the closest being that space rock world, probably because of how otherworldly it was.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers praise the game's monetization model for its absence of DLC and microtransactions, emphasizing that players can simply purchase the game and enjoy it fully without additional costs. This straightforward approach has led many to feel that their gaming desires have been fulfilled, resulting in a highly positive reception.

    • “The game doesn't have any DLC or microtransactions, which is a breath of fresh air. Just pick it up, buy it, and play it—it's like the heavens have answered our prayers!”
    • “I appreciate that there are no hidden costs or paywalls. The game offers a complete experience without the need for additional purchases.”
    • “It's refreshing to see a game that respects players by not including microtransactions. You get the full experience right from the start.”
    • “The game is great, but the monetization is frustrating. It feels like they are constantly pushing for more money through microtransactions.”
    • “I enjoyed the gameplay, but the aggressive monetization tactics really took away from the experience.”
    • “It's disappointing to see such a fun game marred by excessive DLC and microtransactions that feel necessary to fully enjoy it.”
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Play time

23hMedian play time
16hAverage play time
2-30hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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