Devolver Bootleg

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Devolver Bootleg is a single player casual shooter game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by doinksoft and was released on June 9, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Devolver Bootleg contains eight original rip-offs of Devolver Digital games including: Enter The Gun DungeonImagine a dungeon crawler but instead of swords it’s guns. But also everything is made out of guns and bullets and stuff. Like, everything. Hotline MilwaukeeBrutal, fast-paced, stealth action and a whole lot of blood. From your garbage person apartment in historically interesting and relevan…

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Audience ScoreBased on 849 reviews

humor51 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

A fun collection of mini-games that captures the charm of retro titles.
Hotline Milwaukee and Ape Out Jr. stand out as enjoyable experiences.
Great value for the price, especially during sales, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans of Devolver Digital.

Controls are often frustrating and can detract from the overall experience.
Many games feel shallow and lack depth, leading to a quick loss of interest.
The game can crash frequently, causing frustration and loss of progress.

humor
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this collection of games is largely derived from its self-aware parody of bootleg titles and the absurdity of its design choices, with many players finding the achievements and quirky elements amusing. While some reviews highlight the initial hilarity and nostalgic charm, others note that the novelty wears off quickly, leaving mixed feelings about the overall value. Overall, the humor resonates well with fans of the developer's style, making it a funny experience, albeit one that may not hold long-term appeal.
- “It's just funny to own this.”
- “If you have some game design background, Hotline Milwaukee has some completely hilarious moments, like badly done hitboxes, dogs spawning with shotguns, or the original soundtrack 'resampled' in a quite questionable way.”
- “This game has some funny satirical takes on some Devolver classics with silly gags and deconstructions.”
gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in this collection of games is a mixed bag, with many titles intentionally designed to mimic the feel of retro bootlegs, resulting in shallow mechanics and limited depth. While some players find enjoyment in the nostalgic simplicity and humor, others criticize the poor controls and lack of engaging gameplay, often preferring the original games they parody. Overall, the experience is described as fun in short bursts, but ultimately lacking in substance and replay value.
- “Gameplay-wise, it is surprisingly good.”
- “It's packed with amazing gameplay; for example, Hotline Milwaukee has riveting gameplay, offering about 5 or 6 games with twice the gameplay and fun.”
- “One of the best things about this collection is that the games retain the personality and overall feel of the originals, but they offer gameplay that's different enough to feel like a completely different experience.”
- “The rest are either badly designed or have very shallow gameplay.”
- “Being officially a joke game, it does not excuse itself to have terrible mechanics.”
- “In regards to its gameplay, it’s perhaps the shallowest of all.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are a mix of retro 8-bit aesthetics reminiscent of classic NES titles, with some users praising their quality and attention to detail despite a few rough edges. While the visuals effectively capture a nostalgic vibe, opinions vary on their overall execution, with some noting that the graphics are surprisingly good for a game that aims to mimic bootleg styles. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's immersive experience, though control issues detract from gameplay enjoyment.
- “The graphics are actually really good for some reason.”
- “The game offers some really nice graphics and a nice yet simplistic aesthetic which is pleasant all the same and has some amazing attention to detail even though it is a little rough around the edges.”
- “Each one is designed like a classic Nintendo Entertainment System game with 8-bit-styled graphics.”
- “From the graphical style to the music and gameplay mechanics, these are all original games that were intentionally made to be inferior to their source materials in a failed attempt to imitate bootlegs.”
- “The graphics are sub-par, and the controls for each game make them only semi-playable.”
- “It doesn’t play much into the bootleg aspect apart from the main menu, name games, and goofy colors and graphics.”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its catchy and professional sound, particularly highlighting the original soundtrack's appeal and its humorous 8-bit variations. However, others criticize the music as a diluted imitation of the original games, with some describing it as simplistic and lacking depth. Overall, while the soundtrack is noted for its fun and engaging qualities, opinions vary on its originality and execution.
- “The whole album has a clear, crisp sound, and a new sheen of consummate professionalism that really gives the songs a big boost.”
- “It's very funny and actually has a pretty bumping soundtrack too.”
- “Ah yes, I love Hotline Milwaukee's OST made by Carpenter Bruh.”
- “From the graphical style to the music and gameplay mechanics, these are all original games that were intentionally made to be inferior to their source materials in a failed attempt to imitate bootlegs.”
- “If you have some game design background, Hotline Milwaukee has some completely hilarious moments, like badly done hitboxes, dogs spawning with shotguns or the original soundtrack 'resampled' in a quite questionable way.”
- “They're completely diluted, there's nowhere to look up controls, the controls are very clunky, there's no music (again, very simple beeps/boops you'd probably get from Atari).”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some players praising it as "amazing," while others criticize it as "pointless" and poorly executed, likening it to a derivative version of another game. Overall, the narrative seems to lack depth and coherence, with some players feeling it detracts from the gameplay experience.
- “The story was amazing!”
- “The level design is uninspired and doesn't allow for experimentation; the game only gets harder because it throws more and more enemies with guns at you. The only way to win a lot of levels is to cheese the bad enemy AI, and the story is ultimately pointless and says nothing.”
- “Hotline Milwaukee feels like Hotline Miami made by someone who only ever looked at the game's screenshots, got told there was a twist in the story, and was then paid money to make it.”
- “It even has a little tangentially related story.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is highly criticized, with users reporting numerous out-of-bounds glitches, inconsistent hitboxes, and a general sense of low effort in coding. While some players find enjoyment in the intentional bugs reminiscent of bootleg games, others note that the overall experience is marred by these issues, leading to a perception of the game as a scam.
- “Virtually no glitches.”
- “There's easily accessible out-of-bounds glitches, bullshit hitboxes, and it feels like a complete and total scam.”
- “It's just as buggy as a bootleg would be!”
- “All games feel like low-effort bootleg games or ROM hacks, with intentional bugs and glitches that detract from the experience.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the short, fun experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs, others find the lack of depth and content limits its long-term appeal. Despite being enjoyable in short bursts, many reviewers feel that the games do not offer significant replay value.
- “Like everything feels flash game-like, so you know they're like 20-minute adventures with some good replay value.”
- “All the games were playable with a full PS4 controller and keyboard in two-player mode.”
- “Short in length, but highly replayable.”
- “Overall, they are fun little gems to play around for a bit, but I didn't find much replay value.”
- “It's a slapdash waste of time with no depth or replayability.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and potentially boring over time, although some achievements may require a bit of effort without being overly challenging. However, certain games like "Enter the Gun Dungeon," "Shootyboots," and "Luftrousers 3" manage to keep players engaged with their score-grinding mechanics, making the experience more enjoyable.
- “The experience will become utterly tedious and boring after a short while and getting over the joke, no matter what.”
- “The achievements can be a bit grindy, but aren't all too difficult.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, highlighting its ability to connect with them on a personal level and leave a lasting impact.
- “This game evoked a deep sense of nostalgia and connection.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the characters' stories and their struggles.”
- “The emotional depth of the narrative left a lasting impact on me.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy in the game is heavily criticized for its satirical portrayal of corporate greed, exemplified by a fictional CFO pushing excessive microtransactions like level skips. Additionally, players feel they are being sold subpar, allegedly bootleg games under the guise of humor, raising concerns about the value and integrity of the purchases.
- “They have a fictional CFO named Fork Parker, a satirical depiction of gaming CEOs and their greed, who shows up in the Devolver Tumble Time mobile game to sell you insane microtransactions such as literal level skips.”
- “And here we have a collection of allegedly bootleg games sold to us, which means we willingly bought a bunch of bad games and held onto it because of misleading advertisements.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is praised as a "pure performance art," indicating that it runs exceptionally well, delivering a smooth and visually impressive experience without noticeable technical issues.
- “Pure performance art”