Caveman World: Mountains of Unga Boonga
- February 23, 2016
- GrabTheGames Studios
Get on Steam
Get on itch.io StoreIn Caveman World: Mountains of Unga Boonga, players step into the role of a caveman, navigating through treacherous mountain terrain to rescue his tribe. Utilize an array of weapons, from basic clubs to explosive projectiles, to fend off wild creatures and enemy tribes. With challenging physics-based gameplay and a variety of levels to conquer, it's a prehistoric adventure filled with mystery and danger.
Mac OS
PC
Windows
Linux
Xbox
Reviews
- The game is simple and easy to play, making it suitable for all ages, including children.
- The music is pleasant and fits well with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
- The game offers a decent amount of content for its low price, with achievements and trading cards available.
- The graphics are outdated and may not appeal to younger players, making the game feel less engaging.
- Gameplay mechanics are often clunky, with issues like unresponsive controls and awkward jumping physics.
- The levels can feel repetitive and monotonous, lacking a compelling story or variety in design.
- graphics58 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many users noting that they appear outdated and lack the polish expected from modern titles. While some praise the art style and claim the visuals are stunning, a significant number of players criticize them as mediocre or even ugly, particularly in comparison to newer games. Overall, the consensus suggests that the graphics do not meet contemporary standards, detracting from the overall experience.
“The graphics are absolutely stunning.”
“The best graphics I've seen in years, physics that God would be jealous of, and a soundtrack that would make Beethoven wish he wasn't deaf. If you're not playing it, you should really get on that.”
“This game easily tops all other games with revolutionary graphics, storytelling, and gameplay.”
“The graphics are quite old, especially compared to newer games.”
“Each level looks identical, which makes the game boring and monotonous, all the more so because graphically the game looks very weak.”
“Graphics: let's be honest, they're ugly, shit and not pleasant to look at.”
- gameplay52 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing its unpolished mechanics, clunky controls, and lack of originality, often describing it as a mediocre physics-based platformer. While some appreciate the simplicity and potential of certain mechanics, the overall execution is seen as frustrating and buggy, leading to a generally negative perception of the gameplay experience. Despite a few interesting ideas, the game struggles to stand out in a crowded genre, leaving players disappointed with its execution.
“The gameplay is great; it's the baby of Banjo Kazooie, WoW, Mortal Kombat, Battlefield, and Mario.”
“Despite the simple mechanics and visuals, it still presents a solid base, with responsive controls and some good old-school kind of fun.”
“This game is amazing; the graphics are absolutely stunning, the gameplay is very impressive, and the storytelling is vast.”
“It's an incredibly mediocre physics-based platformer, obviously visually but more importantly mechanically.”
“Jumping and running require stamina so you'll occasionally just have to stand around waiting for it to fill up - seems like a pointless mechanic that was just added to give the collectibles a purpose.”
“The mechanics are clunky and sometimes unresponsive.”
- story30 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The reviews for the game's story are highly polarized; some players praise it as a captivating and emotional journey, highlighting its depth and character development, while others criticize it for lacking a substantial narrative, reducing it to mere level completion and basic objectives. Overall, the game is noted for its impressive storytelling and art style, with some players finding it deeply moving, while others feel it falls short in narrative content.
“The storyline is perfect and makes me cry whenever I think about it.”
“Caveman World: Mountains of Unga Boonga blends captivating storytelling with ancient and modern art styles and takes the world of gaming to new heights, shattering our preconceived notions of what a game should be.”
“The story is so perfectly plotted it put me to tears at every level.”
“The game doesn’t have a story, just levels to complete.”
“Story: the game has 0 story besides gathering food for your family, so there's no point in considering it.”
“The graphics aren't that good, there is no story apart from getting home to your family that isn't helping you while collecting optional stuff on your way and the soundtrack is repetitive.”
- music17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant and fitting for the gameplay, with some reviewers praising its relaxing qualities and others noting its generic nature. While some players enjoyed the soundtrack and considered it a highlight, others found it repetitive and annoying, with technical issues regarding volume settings. Overall, the music received mixed reviews, ranging from high praise to criticism for its lack of originality.
“The music is pleasant and fits well with the gameplay.”
“The best graphics I've seen in years, physics that God would be jealous of, and a soundtrack that would make Beethoven wish he wasn't deaf. If you're not playing it, you should really get on that.”
“10/10 music”
“Soundtrack: generic but it serves its purpose and it's typical caveman songs.”
“I set music volume all the way to 0, but it still plays in some levels until I go back to options, turn it up and back down again.”
“The soundtrack is repetitive.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of cheesy caveman jokes and amusing physics, often eliciting laughter when played with friends. While some players find the puns and jokes charming, their effectiveness can be hit or miss, and the overall experience can be marred by technical issues that detract from the fun. Despite its flaws, many players appreciate the game's ability to evoke a range of emotions, from laughter to frustration.
“This is a very simple platform game with a cheesy sense of caveman humor.”
“This game made me laugh, this game made me cry; Unga will make you feel emotions on such an intense level, your heart will have an emotional orgasm.”
“Part of the charm comes from the puns and jokes that Unga Boonga spews; they're hit and miss, since not everyone will find them funny, but it's a nice addition to the game.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a positive experience with optimization, noting no significant performance issues or bugs. The inclusion of a mobile-app style rating system for level performance suggests a thoughtful approach by the developers to enhance user engagement.
“I didn’t notice any performance issues or bugs.”
“You then get mobile-app like 'stars' rating your performance on the level, so we can immediately ascertain the mindset of the developer from that.”
“The performance issues are frustrating, and the bugs make the game nearly unplayable at times.”
“The mobile-app-like 'stars' rating system for performance feels out of place and indicates a lack of depth in optimization.”
“It's disappointing to see such a lack of attention to optimization, as it detracts from the overall experience.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players have praised the game for its deeply emotional storytelling, highlighting how the dialogue can evoke strong feelings, from laughter to tears. The captivating narrative, centered on family and the darker elements of the setting, creates an intense emotional experience that resonates powerfully with players.
“The dialog made me cry.”
“From the beginning, Unga Boonga has a really captivating storyline; a heartwarming tale of family, accompanied by harrowing evils that lie within the mountain.”
“This game made me laugh, this game made me cry; Unga will make you feel emotions on such an intense level that your heart will have an emotional orgasm.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game has been noted for its low replayability, with users indicating that once completed, there is little incentive to revisit it.
“The game offers a tremendous replay value, with multiple endings and choices that significantly alter the experience.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse character builds and strategies you can explore.”
“I love how the game encourages experimentation; every run can lead to a completely different outcome.”
“The game lacks any meaningful replay value, making it feel like a one-and-done experience.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
“The limited choices and linear storyline significantly reduce the replayability factor.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by extreme cold at -346° Fahrenheit, dominated by liquid nitrogen gas and oxygen, resulting in a harsh environment with constant snow and hailstorms. This creates a unique and chilling experience that evokes a sense of reflection on the surreal and intense conditions.
“Take in the experiences, and reflect upon the atmosphere which is truly immersive.”
“Sitting at a chilling -346° Fahrenheit, its atmosphere consisted of liquid nitrogen gas and oxygen, blanketing its surface with constant snow and hailstorms.”
“Take in the experiences, and reflect upon the atmosphere which is lacking depth and engagement.”
