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Bolt

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65%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
story, stability
65% User Score Based on 126 reviews

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Bolt is a single player action adventure game with a kids theme. It was developed by Avalanche Software and was released on February 24, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Disney's Bolt is a single-player platformer game offering around 5 hours of playtime. Players assume the roles of Bolt and Penny from the film, using Bolt's superpowers like laser vision and superbark, and Penny's stealth, hacking skills, and scooter. The game is based on the high-action television series in the movie.

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65%
Audience ScoreBased on 126 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
stability12 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun nostalgia trip for those who played it as kids, with engaging gameplay and charming characters.
  • Despite its bugs, many players find the combat system enjoyable and the level designs to be good.
  • The game is family-friendly and provides a cute, fun experience, especially for fans of the Bolt movie.
  • The Steam port is plagued with game-breaking bugs that can prevent players from completing levels, leading to frustration.
  • Graphics and performance issues, including low resolution and visual glitches, detract from the overall experience.
  • Many players feel the game is not worth its full price due to its short length and repetitive gameplay.
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is criticized for feeling stagnant and lacking depth, with players expressing disappointment over the absence of new characters and a well-developed narrative, especially given the popularity of the Bolt TV series. While nostalgic, the experience is marred by glitches that hinder progression and a lack of engaging extras, leading some to feel that the short campaign does not justify its price. Overall, while the adventure aspect is appreciated, the storytelling leaves much to be desired.

    • “Overall great game, have always loved this adventure story and playing as Bolt.”
    • “I was expecting interesting new characters we have not seen before in the TV show, a well-written story because the Bolt TV series is popular.”
    • “However, the story in the game just feels only one place.”
    • “However, the story in the game just feels very one-dimensional.”
    • “I was expecting interesting new characters we have not seen before in the TV show, a well-written story because the Bolt TV series is popular. However, the extras felt lacking and missing, and the mini-games are just maze hacking games instead of Bolt survival. Finally, at the end of the game, there is a continuation of the delivery scene, but with no explanation.”
    • “Other than that, I think the game is good, but I'd get it on sale because the short campaign is not worth a solid $20 if it had a longer story.”
  • stability
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including players getting stuck in certain areas and problems with quick time events. Many users report frustrating experiences due to these technical flaws, which detract from the overall enjoyment and progression of the game.

    • “The game is very buggy.”
    • “In some parts, you get stuck and can't get past them because of glitches, and in the final level, you legitimately can't go past it; there is no way.”
    • “This particular port is a little buggy in some spots with enemies sliding while being attacked, quick time events being cut short if initiated after or during a cutscene, and ziplines spazzing out.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some users noting significant graphical bugs that can be fixed by adjusting the FPS, while others describe the visuals as outdated or "potato graphics." Despite these issues, many players still appreciate the overall aesthetic and gameplay experience, suggesting that the game could benefit from a remaster or sequel. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they do not detract significantly from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “Overall, the graphics and gameplay were pretty good!”
    • “Great game! I recommend it to all fans of the movie. Yes, it's an old one with potato graphics, but it's a really good game that will offer 4-6 hours of fun.”
    • “Only bad thing about this was that sometimes there was a little graphical bug on enemies. I don't know if it's my hardware or if it is because of the PC port, but I must say that this is really a nice game. Other than that small bug, there is nothing wrong with it, and I think it deserves a remaster or part 2. Very well done!”
    • “Graphics might break pretty badly.”
    • “It is fixable, so not as bad as the graphics glitch, but I think the fact that it can only be fixed by tuning the FPS is worth noting, as it can easily be missed.”
    • “Only bad thing about this was that sometimes there was a little graphical bug on enemies. I don't know if it's my hardware or if it is because of the PC port, but I must say that this is a really nice game. Other than that small bug, there is nothing wrong with it, and I think it deserves a remaster or part 2. Very well done.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is described as fun and satisfying, with solid mechanics that contribute to an enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the cute characters and overall graphics, although the game is relatively short, lasting around four hours.

    • “If you're in the mood to chill out with a game that I personally believe has very fun and satisfying mechanics, I definitely recommend this one!”
    • “Overall the graphics and gameplay were pretty good!”
    • “The game's characters are fun and cute, and the gameplay is also very fun.”
    • “Around 4 hours of gameplay and the game ends.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and art direction of the game are described as charming, though some users note that they appear somewhat dated. Overall, the combination creates a nostalgic and appealing atmosphere.

    • “The music and art direction are charming, even if they look a bit dated.”
    • “The music and art direction are charming, but they feel a bit dated.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the PC port is derived from its glitches, particularly when enemy models stretch in a way that obstructs the camera, which some players found amusing despite the technical issues.

    • “At times, the enemy models would stretch out, blocking the camera, and to be honest, it was quite funny.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, indicating a lack of genuine effort or quality in its design. Players feel that the game prioritizes profit over player experience.

    • “A very blatant cash grab of a game that has no desire to be anything more than that.”
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Bolt is a action adventure game with kids theme.

Bolt is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox One, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Bolt.

Bolt was released on February 24, 2015.

Bolt was developed by Avalanche Software.

Bolt has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Bolt is a single player game.

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