Bunker Punks

72%
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"Bunker Punks" is a fast-paced rogue-light FPS set in a dystopian future, where you run a group of revolutionaries and raid corporate strongholds for supplies. Build and upgrade your bunker, customize your gang, and utilize procedurally generated levels for varied gameplay. Combine loot, attributes offer extensive character customization.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 356 reviews
gameplay37 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions
  • Fast-paced gameplay reminiscent of classic FPS games like Doom and Quake.
  • Engaging roguelike elements with a bunker-building mechanic that allows for character upgrades and strategic planning.
  • Good music and sound design that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.
  • Limited enemy variety and repetitive level design can lead to a lack of long-term engagement.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as the disappearing loot and unclear character abilities, can be frustrating.
  • The game feels incomplete in terms of content, with a need for more weapons, enemies, and environmental diversity.
  • gameplay139 mentions

    The gameplay of "Bunker Punks" is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its fast-paced, run-and-gun mechanics reminiscent of classic FPS titles like Doom and Wolfenstein. However, criticisms arise regarding its repetitiveness, lack of depth, and frustrating enemy encounters, leading to a sense of grind and limited variety in gameplay. While some enjoy the blend of roguelike elements and base-building mechanics, others find the overall experience lacking in engagement and complexity.

    • “Bunker Punks is an addictive and charming FPS rogue-lite that has a fun atmosphere and an appreciated base building mechanic that's (thankfully) simple and allows a breath of fresh air after you make it through each of the levels on a small, connected map.”
    • “The gameplay is pure run and gun and brings to mind games like Doom and Wolfenstein, which seem like obvious influences considering the pixel art style the game chooses to implement.”
    • “Bunker Punks is a refreshing hybrid of the purest of pure shooter mechanics for the oldest of old-schoolers and the most addictive of progressive and persistent roguelike elements.”
    • “The problem appears when the basic gameplay is too flat and repetitive to carry the experience.”
    • “There's just not enough depth in the gameplay, oomph in the game feel, or variation between runs to stop it from becoming a chore.”
    • “The fps gameplay itself is pretty standard and would hold up very well as a backdrop to deeper roguelike mechanics, but actually turns out to be all there really is to engage with, and ultimately it's just not worth playing unless you're a time traveler from 1990.”
  • graphics82 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the retro pixel art style reminiscent of classic shooters like Doom and Wolfenstein, while others criticize the visuals as bland, unfinished, or poorly executed. Many users noted that the 2D sprites and simplistic design contribute to a nostalgic aesthetic, but they also pointed out issues such as lack of variety and polish in the environments. Overall, the graphics are seen as a divisive aspect, appealing to fans of retro aesthetics but leaving others wanting more in terms of creativity and detail.

    • “The graphics use 2D pixel in a 3D world, and the enemies are 2D sprites.”
    • “The visuals are of course simple but nicely done for what they are.”
    • “The gameplay is addictive and the retro-styled graphics really fit the game.”
    • “The graphics, characters, and enemies are very bland.”
    • “I'm not a fan of the graphics for the levels; they feel very bare and unfinished.”
    • “Horrible, lazy graphics and incoherent art style aside, the developers were unable to put together any kind of comprehensive or interesting story or plot, so they used procedural generation as a substitute for content.”
  • music76 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its energetic and fitting soundtrack, enhancing the fast-paced gameplay with a mix of industrial and hard rock elements. While many players find the music to be a highlight, some note that it can be distracting or repetitive at times. Overall, the soundtrack is considered solid and well-integrated into the game's atmosphere, contributing significantly to the overall experience.

    • “The music rocks my socks, fitting to both action and exploration for leftover items and objects to break.”
    • “The music in the game really suits the game overall, very much as a fast-paced soundtrack that adds to the intensity of the game when you are running and gunning around the place.”
    • “The soundtrack is really good.”
    • “The music is so distracting as it tries to sound new age or techish, but sounds like the enemies, so you need to turn it off to hear what is actually around you.”
    • “The music is about as punk as Taylor Swift.”
    • “I found the soundtrack a bit grating, but as a consumer I'd have to say take your $5/$15 and spend it on Ziggurat instead, because it's a very similar game with much more content in it.”
  • story30 mentions

    The game's story is generally perceived as minimal and lacking depth, with a standard premise of corporate evil versus youthful rebellion. While there are hints of an interesting narrative and some lore elements, many players feel that the story does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, often feeling repetitive and underdeveloped. Overall, the focus remains on fast-paced action rather than a compelling storyline.

    • “A fun shooter roguelite with a fun backstory.”
    • “Set some years in the future, after an event known as 'the fall', the game tells the story of the homonymous resistance movement, born to fight against the ruthless Fero mega-corporation, which has the power to enslave the world, reducing all its inhabitants to mindless worker drones, or worse.”
    • “Fast paced, great audio, interesting story.”
    • “But you press on, hoping for some variety, or story or something to reward your progress, but it's slim pickings.”
    • “The game's plot is standard 'corporations evil, youths with fancy hair good'.”
    • “Story is very minimal and consists only of an introduction to the current events, some little pieces of lore when in the elevator between levels, and an ending once you manage to defeat Fero Corp.”
  • replayability22 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the roguelike elements, unlockables, and random level generation that provide a decent amount of replay value. However, many feel it lacks the depth and content found in more established titles in the genre, leading to a perception that it may not offer enough incentive for repeated play. Overall, while there are enjoyable aspects that encourage replayability, the game is seen as unfinished and in need of more substantial content to fully realize its potential.

    • “This is a great pickup and play game that has pretty good replay value with unlockables and multiple difficulty selection.”
    • “With the randomly generated levels, this game has infinite replayability.”
    • “Most importantly, the game adds much needed replay value to any first person shooter by offering upgrades to your bunker, additional punks available for purchase, and various articles of clothing that can be worn to gain different bonuses to armor or damage.”
    • “I feel the game tried to use roguelike elements to add replayability without understanding properly what makes a good roguelike, such as Slay the Spire, work.”
    • “For a roguelike, replayability is important and that factor is just not there yet.”
    • “Overall, Bunker Punks is a nice little FPS roguelike with decent replay value and content, but it lacks the depth of other similar roguelike titles, and compared to them, it offers less content.”
  • atmosphere11 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charm, engaging artwork, and thematic depth, contributing to an addictive and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the blend of old-school aesthetics and motivating meta progression, which enhances the overall vibe. However, some critiques highlight a lack of variety in environments and enemy design, detracting from the immersive experience.

    • “Bunker Punks is an addictive and charming FPS rogue-lite that has a fun atmosphere and an appreciated base building mechanic that's (thankfully) simple and allows a breath of fresh air after you make it through each of the levels on a small, connected map.”
    • “The entire game has a really cool atmosphere with a lot of great artwork and themes.”
    • “Everything is designed to fit nicely and encapsulate the intended atmosphere.”
    • “There's no atmosphere at all, every location is shockingly ugly and samey, every enemy is incredibly boring to both look at and combat.”
  • grinding9 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, as progressing through levels often feels like a slog without introducing new challenges or engaging enemies. The lack of variety in gameplay and the ineffectiveness of alternative weapons contribute to a frustrating experience, making the grind feel more like a chore than an enjoyable part of the game. Overall, many reviewers express that the grind detracts from the potential fun of the game.

    • “But as you progress further and further through the string of bunkers on the map, and the number of floors per bunker grows, along with the number of enemies and the size of their health pools, each new restart presents a more and more tedious slog, without ever really presenting anything challenging or new along the way.”
    • “This sounds good on paper, but sadly it's incredibly grindy.”
    • “Grinding through a boring game to unlock a fun playable game is enough to turn me away.”
  • character development6 mentions

    Character development in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the character design, music, and voice acting as strong points, while others find the overall character development to be flat and lacking depth. There are calls for more diverse characters to enhance the experience, indicating that while the aesthetic elements are appreciated, they do not compensate for a weak core gameplay experience.

    • “Character design actually is pretty good!”
    • “The character design is great, and the music and voice acting is very good.”
    • “Character design is nice.”
    • “Unfortunately, everything from the shooting to the character design to the level generation is serviceable but pretty flat.”
    • “The setting, music, character design, and voices are neat, but it doesn't matter when the core game is so weak.”
    • “Bland character designs; maybe add more characters?”
  • stability3 mentions

    The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting a smooth experience without issues, while others highlight significant bugs and control problems that detract from gameplay. Overall, the feedback suggests that stability may vary widely among players.

    • “The game runs great, and I did not encounter any issues.”
    • “I experienced smooth gameplay throughout, with no crashes or glitches.”
    • “The stability of the game is impressive; it runs flawlessly on my system.”
    • “Seems buggy.”
    • “Lifeless gameplay, amateurish asset design, and buggy controls.”
    • “Outdated level design.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy is heavily reliant on ads, which obscure the user interface and hinder gameplay visibility, leading to frustration among players.

    • “The reason the ads all clip off the UI is so that you can't see that none of the gameplay is playable.”
    • “The monetization system feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
    • “It's frustrating that every time I try to progress, I'm hit with paywalls that ruin the experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Overall, users report mixed experiences with optimization, noting that while some players enjoy stable performance and smooth gameplay, others encounter frequent crashes and frame rate drops. The game's optimization appears to vary significantly across different hardware configurations, leading to inconsistent experiences.

  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game has been criticized for not matching the zany, "Borderlands-esque" tone suggested by the trailers, with players finding the actual comedic elements lacking and the announcer's style described as unappealing.

    • “The humor in this game is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every moment feel light-hearted and enjoyable.”
    • “I love how the game balances its serious moments with hilarious dialogue and quirky characters that keep me laughing.”
    • “The witty banter and absurd situations throughout the game had me chuckling from start to finish.”
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6hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
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*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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