Bubsy Two-Fur
- January 1, 1993
- Accolade
Get on Steam"Bubsy 2" is a platformer game where players control Bubsy, a sarcastic bobcat who must collect yarn and complete levels to progress. The game features multiple worlds with unique themes and challenges, including underwater and space environments. Players can also compete against each other in multiplayer modes such as soccer and racing.
Reviews
- Bubsy offers a nostalgic experience for fans of classic platformers, with charming graphics and memorable animations.
- The game features a unique blend of exploration and challenge, rewarding players for discovering secrets and alternate paths.
- Despite its flaws, Bubsy has a certain charm and humor that can be enjoyable for those willing to embrace its quirks.
- The emulation quality is poor, with issues like audio problems, lag, and unresponsive controls that detract from the gameplay experience.
- The one-hit death mechanic and frustrating level design can lead to a punishing experience, making it feel unfair at times.
- Many players find the camera too zoomed in, making it difficult to navigate levels and anticipate hazards.
- music29 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the Bubsy games is often described as catchy and memorable, with many reviewers praising the original soundtrack for its charm and suitability to the game's cartoonish style. However, some players noted issues with repetitive tracks and inconsistencies in quality across different titles, particularly in Bubsy II, where the music was deemed less fitting and at times headache-inducing. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the nostalgic experience, technical problems and a lack of variety detract from its overall impact.
“My favorite world is the music world because it has the funniest music. This game is so odd and confusing that it's less of a game you play and more of an experience you go through.”
“The audio design is incredible, featuring both original soundtracks that would suit a cartoon and a voice-acted main character, along with recorded sound effects that make you feel like you're in this world.”
“The music is catchy, but you hear too much of the same music for too long.”
“The controls are sluggish, the music is busted.”
“That brings another point, the game will hitch and hang when you play levels; the music often stutters. My PC is able to run SNES games just fine, so I don't see how the devs could mess this one up so much.”
“Bubsy II, the only flaw I'll list here is the most troublesome: you won't be able to play the game as it should be due to it. When Bubsy is running, for some reason, the game speeds up, the music goes faster, as well as the frame rate in the game, so you end up losing control of the movement.”
- gameplay20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the Bubsy series is characterized by responsive controls and momentum-based mechanics that appeal to speedrunners, offering tight platforming reminiscent of classic titles like Sonic and Mario. However, it suffers from issues such as one-hit kill mechanics, awkward camera angles, and hit detection problems, which detract from the overall experience. While Bubsy 2 improves upon its predecessor with more variety and fairer difficulty, it still retains some flaws that prevent it from fully realizing its potential as a standout platformer.
“If you enjoy speedrunning, then this game has everything you could ask for: momentum-based gameplay that allows you to run faster than Sonic, tight platforming controls to rival Mario, and new paths and shortcuts that loop around in ways that give that satisfying Souls feel.”
“But he does, it is fun to move and jump around as Bubsy, and the glide mechanic leads to some interesting and enjoyable scenarios not found in other platformers at the time.”
“The second game is a drastic improvement from the first, combining deeper gameplay and more variety with fair difficulty.”
“One-shot kill mechanics suck; the camera is too zoomed in to react to the enemies.”
“And do not get me started on that fall damage mechanic... I can understand if it was put in an RPG or something to that extent, but not in a 2D platformer, especially when you die in a single hit from anything.”
“Another flaw of the gameplay is the hit detection.”
- graphics20 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The graphics of the Bubsy games are generally praised for their bright, colorful art style and decent visual presentation, particularly on modern hardware. While some users note that the graphics hold up well and provide an immersive experience, others express disappointment over the lack of enhancements and options compared to earlier versions. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, despite some criticisms regarding the game's controls and design.
“Somehow a decent little compilation with the first 2 Bubsy games, with crisp graphics and good emulation.”
“This game is amazing; never before was I immersed in a graphically and quality-rich side scroller before. Both Bubsy 1 and 2 provide entertaining and challenging gameplay that can never be experienced in any other game.”
“The bright, colorful art style in the first Bubsy game is pleasurable to look at and is overall good to look at.”
“On the other hand, it's a shame that the Super Bubsy PC version was not in some way used (which had better graphics and seemed to be slightly more polished), and the game really would have benefitted from some degree of rebalancing.”
“There was a Windows 95 version of Bubsy 1 with updated graphics, but no, this is just SNES Bubsy on an emulator worse than the 90s version of SNES9x.”
“No option of enhanced audio, no option of enhanced graphics, nothing, nada, zip, very limited options; I mean you can't even alter the resolution.”
- humor15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the Bubsy trilogy is often described as subtle and reliant on pop culture references, which may not resonate with all players. While some find enjoyment in the game's quirky animations and comedic death sequences, others feel that the humor falls flat, leading to a mixed reception overall. Nostalgia plays a significant role for many fans, who appreciate the game's charm despite its flaws.
“The humor is extremely subtle, and without a solid grasp of popular culture, most of the jokes will go over a typical viewer's head.”
“I find it a fun and challenging platformer, and the animations, especially death animations, are funny.”
“While this is a straight emulated port that doesn't fix the physics issues the original had, playing this game brings with it a sense of nostalgia and joyful raging/laughing as I tried getting this little egomaniac to the end of the goal.”
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The storytelling in games is often regarded as a gold standard, with comparisons drawn between titles like Tropical Freeze and Galaxy, highlighting their narrative depth. In "Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind," the plot revolves around an alien species, the Woolies, attempting to steal Earth's yarn supply, positioning the protagonist, Bubsy, as the hero tasked with thwarting their plans.
“Gold standard of storytelling.”
“The story of Bubsy is slightly different in both games.”
“In Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind, the story is that an alien species known as Woolies have come to Earth to steal the world supply of yarn, and it's up to Bubsy to stop them.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues such as audio crackling, freezing, and stuttering during gameplay. Many feel that the controls are subpar and that the lack of additional options indicates a lack of effort in the porting process, leading to an overall disappointing experience.
“These problems include, but are not limited to, audio crackling and game freezing or just stuttering as far as I encountered. The controls are probably just as bad on original hardware, and there are almost no extra options (only a save state feature), so it's a lazy 'port' all around.”
“How did they give a SNES game such bad performance issues?”
“The game will hitch and hang when you play levels, with the music often stuttering. My PC is able to run SNES games just fine, so I don't see how the devs could mess this one up so much.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the first Bubsy game is highlighted by its unique character design, which effectively establishes Bubsy as a memorable figure in gaming. The combination of distinctive visuals and solid platform mechanics contributes to his appeal and sets the foundation for his legacy in the genre.
“The character development in this game is truly remarkable, showcasing a unique design that sets the protagonist apart.”
“With an incredibly unique character design and excellent platform mechanics, the game has set the stage for its character to become a gaming icon.”
“The eponymous character really stands out with great design, making the first Bubsy a classic in character development.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players generally find the replayability of the game to be high, citing various factors such as multiple endings, diverse character choices, and dynamic gameplay elements that encourage different strategies. These features motivate players to revisit the game to explore alternative outcomes and experiences. Overall, the game offers substantial incentives for repeated playthroughs.
“The game offers a multitude of choices that significantly alter the storyline, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
“With various character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back to the game time and again to try new approaches.”
“The dynamic world and random events ensure that no two playthroughs are ever the same, keeping the experience exciting and unpredictable.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replaying it feel like a chore rather than an adventure.”
“Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to dive back in; the side quests are repetitive and uninspired.”
“While the graphics are stunning, the gameplay doesn't change enough on subsequent playthroughs to keep me engaged.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the modded version of snes9x is criticized for significant issues, including audio buffering glitches and various lag problems, leading to a generally unstable gaming experience.
“It's a broken modded version of SNES9x, and it has audio buffering glitches and all kinds of weird lag.”
