Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac

A clever and humorous narrative makes Edgar – Bokbok in Boulzac an enjoyable jaunt despite some shortcomings

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71% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

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Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac is a single player casual simulation game with mystery and comedy themes. It was developed by La Poule Noire and was released on February 26, 2020. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Edgar is an adventure game set in a crazy and comic universe based on strong dialogues and colourful characters.

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Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

story14 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Charming art style and character designs, creating a visually appealing experience.
The story is quirky and entertaining, with moments of humor and absurdity.
Short and easy gameplay makes it accessible for casual players.

Gameplay is minimal, often reduced to walking around and talking to NPCs without meaningful interaction.
Many dialogues are lengthy and can become tedious, leading players to skip text.
The game lacks significant puzzles or challenges, making it feel more like a walking simulator.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews; while some players found it intriguing and entertaining with endearing characters and unexpected plot twists, others felt it was lackluster and simplistic. The storytelling is often described as enjoyable, particularly for those who appreciate silly narratives, but the achievements related to the story are seen as either too basic or tedious. Overall, the story is considered a highlight for many, making the game worth playing despite its simplicity.
- “I was intrigued by the story - and yes, the story is good.”
- “It's a simple, mostly relaxing game with an interesting story (things that are somehow so obvious you wouldn't expect and maybe some plot twists).”
- “A short, fun story with endearing characters.”
- “The art and music are nice, but the story and storytelling is a little lackluster.”
- “Achievements are either story-related (and therefore basic) or they are incredibly unrelated and boring to obtain.”
- “In the span of the better part of an evening, you can dive into (and emerge from) an original, if not too deep, story.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their charming and simple art style, featuring a subtle color palette reminiscent of storybook illustrations. Reviewers appreciate the character designs and the whimsical, humorous elements that enhance the overall visual experience.
- “I absolutely adore the art style and character designs.”
- “The art style was charming, and you got to love a character that loves his chicken so much.”
- “Beautiful, simple art style and subtle palette.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as charming and absurd, featuring strange and funny dialogues that contribute to a quirky story. However, many players find the humor inconsistent and sometimes difficult to grasp, with some dialogues feeling pointless amidst repetitive gameplay that can lead to boredom. Overall, while the comedic elements are appreciated, they may not be enough to sustain engagement throughout the game.
- “Liked the crazy story and simple artwork, strange and funny dialogues.”
- “Sympathetic but mostly pointless dialogues, always absurd, sometimes funny.”
- “While the humor is nice and the game is overall charming, there's barely any gameplay and just walking around the same locations over and over to find the next person you need to talk to becomes boring quite soon.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being overly simplistic and repetitive, primarily consisting of walking around and engaging in conversations with townsfolk, which quickly becomes monotonous. Despite its charming humor, many players find the lack of diverse gameplay elements to be a significant drawback.
- “While the humor is nice and the game is overall charming, there's barely any gameplay, and just walking around the same locations over and over to find the next person you need to talk to becomes boring quite soon.”
- “Extremely poor gameplay.”
- “- you mostly have to talk to people in town (99% of gameplay)”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and ambient sound effects in the game are generally well-received, with many praising their quality and contribution to the overall atmosphere. However, some reviewers feel that while the music is decent, it does not fully compensate for the game's lackluster story and storytelling.
- “The art and music are nice, but the story and storytelling is a little lackluster.”
- “Decent music and ambient sound effects.”
- “Decent music and ambient sound effects.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players criticize the grinding aspect of the game, describing it as a tedious and purposeless experience, particularly highlighting a six-hour achievement that feels like a marathon without meaningful rewards. The overall sentiment suggests that the grind detracts from the enjoyment, likening the game to a frustrating walking simulator rather than an engaging point-and-click adventure.
- “This is not a point and click, but a miserable walking simulator (with a dash of farming sim at the start, that you can turn into a ridiculous achievements marathon).”
- “I am undecided if the biggest joke in this game is the grindy 6-hour achievement with no true purpose, or the controls.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While users express a strong appreciation for the art style and character designs, there is no specific feedback regarding the depth or progression of character development in the game.

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Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac is a casual simulation game with mystery and comedy themes.

Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac.

Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac was released on February 26, 2020.

Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac was developed by La Poule Noire.

Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Edgar: Bokbok in Boulzac is a single player game.

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