Burg

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Burg is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Barji and was released on July 11, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Burg is a First-Person Multiplayer Hide and Seek! Both teams are equipped with a set of abilities they can use to evade/capture the other. When a hider is caught they join the seeker until only one player remains victorious!

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 808 reviews

humor11 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game is incredibly fun to play with friends, providing a unique and humorous take on hide and seek.
Despite its bugs, many players find joy in the chaotic gameplay and quirky mechanics, making it a memorable experience.
The game has potential for growth, with players expressing hope for more maps and features in future updates.

The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues, including teleportation glitches and lag, making it unplayable for some users.
There is a lack of player population, leading to dead servers and difficulty finding matches.
The gameplay balance is skewed in favor of seekers, diminishing the fun of hiding and making the game feel unfair.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
70%
17%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising the strategic depth and innovative mechanics, while others criticize the low-quality visuals, bugs, and balance issues that hinder the experience. Many players see potential for improvement through additional content, better optimization, and refined mechanics, suggesting that with the right updates, the game could become significantly more engaging. Overall, while there are enjoyable elements, the gameplay currently suffers from various shortcomings that detract from its overall appeal.
- “The incorporation of abilities for both hiding and seeking teams elevates the gameplay to unprecedented levels, providing players with a vast array of strategic options that defy the limitations of traditional gaming.”
- “The ultra-realistic graphics, the complex gameplay, the in-depth story, the emotional ending, the fun times, a perfect online game, and will certainly be looked at in hundreds of years as the absolute peak of game design.”
- “Insane gameplay, very engaging and challenging, keeps me busy.”
- “The low quality (possibly flipped) visuals and janky gameplay, lack of features and poor optimization were the leading causes of death.”
- “However, the game suffers from bugs, lack of gameplay, and balance issues.”
- “I think the movement mechanics aren't great and need to be worked on since it's the main aspect of the game.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
17%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the meticulously designed environments and ultra-realistic visuals that enhance the gaming experience, while others criticize the low-quality visuals, poor optimization, and performance issues, particularly on lower-end PCs. Overall, the aesthetic quality varies significantly, leading to a polarized reception among players.
- “The meticulously designed game environments of 'burg' are a testament to the developers' commitment to aesthetic excellence.”
- “From sprawling, immersive landscapes to intricately detailed hiding spots, every aspect of the game's visuals contributes to an unparalleled gaming experience that captivates the senses.”
- “This is probably one of the best graphic and most in-depth games I've ever played out of all my games I own.”
- “The low quality visuals and janky gameplay, lack of features, and poor optimization were the leading causes of death.”
- “The game is really fun although the graphics and models are, well, bad.”
- “Crusty audio and visuals.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and glitches, which significantly impact gameplay and stability. While some players find the glitches entertaining and part of the charm, many others report that the game is often unplayable due to these issues. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, with frequent crashes and erratic behavior noted by users.
- “Honestly a good game, really fun with friends, just buggy. Cave kills you randomly; until fixed, don't download. Plus, it's abandoned.”
- “This game is incredibly buggy and hardly works; don't download it.”
- “Very buggy if I walk, I keep teleporting and won't stop.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
55%
27%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story aspect. While some players criticize the lack of a compelling narrative and suggest that the developer relied too heavily on multiplayer interactions to fill this gap, others praise the game's setting in the fictional realm of Teleria and highlight a well-written story with well-developed characters, drawing comparisons to notable narratives in other media. Overall, the story's depth and execution appear to vary significantly among players.
- “The ultra-realistic graphics, the complex gameplay, the in-depth story, the emotional ending, the fun times, a perfect online game, and will certainly be looked at in hundreds of years as the absolute peak of game design.”
- “A really well-written story with the best fleshed-out characters ever seen in the franchise.”
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
- “The game's story takes place in the fictional realm of Teleria, which has been subjugated by the dark lord Siroth.”
- “☑ no story”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding it hilarious, especially in multiplayer settings. The comedic elements, particularly involving monkeys and absurd scenarios, contribute to a fun experience, although some users noted occasional issues with game physics. Overall, the game is considered entertaining and funny, particularly when played with friends.
- “Funny hide and seek game with monkeys.”
- “Very funny monkey tag.”
- “Overall fun and hilarious with friends.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with several users noting the absence of music as a drawback, leading to a boring experience. Some players expressed a desire for the addition of upbeat or goofy music to enhance gameplay, while others mentioned the option to adjust music settings, which seems to be ineffective. Overall, the lack of music is seen as a significant missed opportunity for improving the game's atmosphere.
- “Add goofy music during the round.”
- “Still good though, but I'd like if you would add music to the game.”
- “0 music but settings to adjust said no music...?”
- “No music, boring, seekers get wallhacks, seeker gun is just a sniper.”
- “Still good though but I'd like if you would add music to the game, make the gravity force higher and fix hitbox glitches like getting stuck between the trees border next to the forest.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The game's optimization has been criticized for poor performance and janky mechanics, particularly affecting low-end PCs. Users have also noted the need for improvements in the server browser, including better regional sorting and overall server performance enhancements.
- “The second problem is much more minor and just has to do with the server browser, as it just needs a few optimizations for region differences as well as sorting from most to least players in a server.”
- “Change your optimization for potato PCs like mine.”
- “Burg is a very janky game with poor performance.”
- “The second problem is much more minor and just has to do with the server browser as it just needs a few optimizations for region differences as well as sorting from most to least players in a server.”
- “Good, but it needs more server fixes and better low-end PC optimization.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like a second job or life is necessary to keep up with the demands.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a seamless blend of hiding and seeking, which fosters an intense and dynamic experience that keeps players engaged and on edge as they explore its intricate environments.
- “The seamless transition between hiding and seeking creates an intense and dynamic atmosphere, keeping players on the edge of their seats as they navigate the labyrinthine landscape of the game.”
- “The haunting sound design and eerie visuals immerse you in a world that feels both familiar and unsettling, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “Every corner of the environment is filled with intricate details that contribute to a rich and immersive atmosphere, making exploration a thrilling adventure.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight the game's emotional impact, particularly praising its ultra-realistic graphics and in-depth story that culminates in a powerful ending. The combination of complex gameplay and memorable moments contributes to an overall experience that resonates deeply with players, marking it as a significant achievement in game design.
- “The ultra-realistic graphics, the complex gameplay, the in-depth story, the emotional ending, the fun times—this game is a perfect online experience and will certainly be regarded for centuries as the absolute peak of game design.”