I Am Bread

67%
Game Brain Score Based on 3,153 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • gameplay
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You may knead to sit down for this, bake a seat. Are you bready? Because I Am Bread is self-raising the bar for comedy indie games everywhere.
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"I Am Bread" is a quirky adventure game where you play as a slice of bread on a mission to become toast. Traverse through various environments, from a kitchen to the great outdoors, while avoiding obstacles and attempting daring maneuvers. With the added content "GoatBread," you can even experience the excitement of being a goat-bread hybrid. This game promises tons of content and a unique control system that will challenge you to become a master bread ninja.

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  • Windows
  • Xbox One
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  • Tablet
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Reviews

67%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,153 reviews
story65 positive mentions
stability30 negative mentions
  • story234 mentions

    The story of "I Am Bread" revolves around a sentient slice of bread on a humorous quest to become toast, navigating various household environments while causing chaos for its owner. Players find the narrative amusing and surprisingly engaging, with a mix of wacky humor and underlying themes that unfold through the gameplay and level introductions. While the story mode is the main attraction, it is complemented by challenging controls and a variety of game modes that add to the overall experience, though some players feel the story could benefit from deeper development.

    • “The story is funny, and the game has some really interesting physics stuff.”
    • “The story mode is actually pretty good, surprisingly.”
    • “I am bread has its own unique charms, with a darkly silly tone, a minimal but effective story, and open-ended level design that's richer than the simple premise might lead you to expect.”
    • “The biggest show of this is the lack of any sort of 8th level, even if it'd just be story, leaving a blank space in the level select menu.”
    • “All you get is an ending in story mode that most people already know about.”
    • “The 'story' practically doesn't exist.”
  • humor221 mentions

    The humor in "I Am Bread" is widely praised for its absurdity and charm, with players finding the concept of controlling a sentient slice of bread both hilarious and entertaining. Many reviews highlight the game's quirky physics and the comedic frustration stemming from its challenging controls, making it a fun experience, especially in multiplayer settings. However, some players feel that the humor can wear thin over time, particularly as the gameplay becomes increasingly difficult and repetitive.

    • “From the moment I assumed the role of a sentient slice of bread, I knew I was in for a hilariously unique experience.”
    • “The sheer absurdity of these scenarios had me laughing out loud as I watched my bread slice heroically flop its way to toasting glory.”
    • “If you're looking for a game that will have you laughing until you're in tears, and if you've ever wondered what it's like to be a slice of bread on a quest for toasty greatness, then this game is the loaf of entertainment you've been waiting for.”
    • “The main schtick is that it's supposed to be funny.”
    • “Frustratingly difficult, and not funny or compelling enough to justify the frustration.”
  • gameplay169 mentions

    The gameplay of "I Am Bread" is characterized by its unique and original mechanics, which can be both amusing and frustrating. While some players appreciate the quirky concept and the challenge it presents, many criticize the cumbersome controls and repetitive nature of the gameplay, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its potential for humor and creativity, the game often struggles with execution, resulting in a gameplay experience that can feel stale and infuriating after a short time.

    • “The gameplay is inventive and you'll always be on the edge of your seat.”
    • “The gameplay was amazing and the game had a great storyline; also, the different features it has are pretty well put together.”
    • “Delightful music, fun gameplay, funky concept, all worthy of a sale price purchase.”
    • “Unfortunately, I have to grade them pretty low on gameplay because I honestly could not find much.”
    • “The core gameplay is frustrating and complicated controls with convoluted level design.”
    • “The gameplay is horrid, with poor instruction, no real story, and the controls are the worst I've ever tried to play on.”
  • music83 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its catchy and charming qualities, often describing it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. However, some players find it repetitive and annoying over time, likening it to elevator music. Overall, while the soundtrack is celebrated for its creativity and fitting tone, it can become tiresome during extended play sessions.

    • “The soundtrack is phenomenal.”
    • “The music is catchy and tends to get stuck in your head.”
    • “An amazing game with an epic background soundtrack, makes me want to burn myself with a toaster.”
    • “The music is stock and, despite or perhaps because of that, it's very annoying.”
    • “If you play the 'starch wars' level you'll get a real earful of just how plain and generic the music can be.”
    • “Great game if you want to waste 10 bucks on a game with horrible controls, terrible camera angles and awful elevator music that makes you go mad.”
  • graphics76 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the charming art style and smooth visuals, while others report significant graphical issues, including pixelation and lag. Many appreciate the humor and creativity in the design, but there are complaints about inconsistency in quality across levels and the impact of graphical glitches on gameplay. Overall, while the graphics can be enjoyable, they are often overshadowed by technical problems and control difficulties.

    • “The graphics are really well done, the texturing and 3D modeling at the level of detail at which bread exists was really compelling.”
    • “Scintillating graphical quality paired with impeccable level design will surely impress as innovative yet immersive controls are sure to whisk you away from your everyday life into the world of the game.”
    • “The graphics are very smooth and nice, lighting effects are beautiful and it's very easy to differentiate dirty things from clean things.”
    • “Runs like a potato and I don't know why, but I'm having major graphical problems. If I have the shadows on, everything looks pixelated and leaves artifacts on the screen where I look at things.”
    • “I see tons of low-res textures, a very poor skybox, and background visuals that look like they're from the 80s. Graphics aren't everything, but they are important.”
    • “The developers seem to have had enough of the game and released it as 'final' rather than fixing up the bugs, poor graphics, poor gameplay, and controllability issues.”
  • emotional36 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by players who describe it as a deeply moving experience, often leading to tears of frustration and joy. Many express that the journey of a simple slice of bread navigating challenging environments resonates on a personal level, evoking feelings of empathy and connection. The combination of heartfelt storytelling, emotional music, and the struggle to achieve seemingly simple goals creates a unique emotional rollercoaster that players find unforgettable.

    • “It's beautiful, but this is the first time a game has made me cry and not out of beauty or wonder.”
    • “This game truly spoke to me, a heartfelt story of a slice of bread. I cried multiple times, and this isn't just a game.”
    • “I am bread is a heartbreaking, dramatizing, in-depth story of one piece of bread's amazing journey of glory, fame, and toast.”
  • stability31 mentions

    The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly impact gameplay. While some players find the glitches amusing or part of the charm, many express frustration over the lack of polish and the game's tendency to freeze or become unplayable. Overall, the consensus is that while the game has potential, its current state is marred by instability and technical issues.

    • “One of the earlier games I can think of that fits under the phrase 'rage game.' It's tightly designed, fairly rage-inducing, bug-free, and makes you feel like you fail when you fail, which is not the game's fault.”
    • “The game runs incredibly smoothly without any noticeable bugs, allowing for an immersive experience.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the game is; I haven't encountered any crashes or major glitches during my playthrough.”
    • “I should also mention that the game is fairly buggy and unpolished.”
    • “It's almost unplayable due to the glitches and the unclear control instructions.”
    • “I started the game and I was welcomed with missing textures and no GUI textures, and the game was in zero gravity, along with countless other glitches. Worst of all, when I clicked quit, the game crashes.”
  • grinding24 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and frustrating, with many players feeling that it requires an unrealistic amount of time and effort to progress. The controls are often described as complex and difficult to master, leading to repetitive gameplay that quickly becomes boring and unenjoyable. Overall, while some players appreciate the challenge, the overwhelming sentiment is that the grinding experience detracts significantly from the game's potential fun.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Not only is it somewhat tedious to find these pieces of cheese, as they're not extremely easy to see, especially from the starting position, but it's way too easy to break the crackerbread by falling a short distance, having an object hit you too hard, or even just by grabbing the wall in the wrong way while climbing, which forces you to restart and makes this mode extremely tedious and repetitive.”
    • “This could have been an interesting game, but it is just so... boring, repetitive and tedious.”
    • “That little satan spawn of a bar has ruined what would otherwise be a great little adventure of smashing things onto the floor and scaling walls and making toast, and turned it into something tedious, rather than fun.”
  • replayability18 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the variety of game modes and unique mechanics that offer multiple ways to engage with the content, others feel that the core gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, leading to diminished long-term appeal. Despite its fun concept and execution, many users express a desire for more depth to enhance replay value.

    • “The graphics are decent, but the real seller of the game is the replayability and uniqueness.”
    • “The variety of ways you can cook yourself in all the levels is great, which means there is a lot of replay value. I managed to cook a piece of toast using a rocket ship and a TV, for example.”
    • “There is good replay value with the multiple game modes and the non-linear levels.”
    • “My only wish is that it has more replayability.”
    • “This game has a great concept and great execution, but there is not a lot of replay value.”
    • “However, since the core game doesn’t change much, the replayability is incredibly low, meaning that for people like me, the game starts to lose its appeal very quickly.”
  • optimization17 mentions

    The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues such as freezing, stuttering, and crashes, regardless of their hardware specifications. While a few users noted smooth performance on lower-end machines, the general consensus is that the game is poorly optimized and in need of significant updates to address its numerous technical problems. Overall, players recommend avoiding the game until these issues are resolved.

    • “I have not had the game crash and it runs smoothly on my machine and low-end laptop.”
    • “Very optimized and runs well.”
    • “If the developers released a patch for this (with some optimization and compatibility fixes) it would be much appreciated.”
    • “The performance is awful and no amount of adjustments in the settings fixed it.”
    • “It jumps around everywhere, clips through everything, hinders those bagel racing levels like crazy, and is poorly optimized.”
    • “What I do know is that even when I was running this on an R5 3600 and 5700 XT, the freezing/stuttering was still present.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for heavily prioritizing advertisements for other titles by Bossa Studios, leading some players to feel it functions more as an ad channel than a standalone game. Many users perceive it as a cash grab, offering minimal entertainment value while promoting other games.

    • “This game has been turned into an advertisement channel for Bossa Studios.”
    • “If you do get it, make sure you unfollow it immediately or you'll get 'events' that are just ads for their other games.”
    • “When I saw this game for the first time, I thought it was just a 'meme' cash grab kind of game, which will provide you with about 5 minutes of amusement.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a bizarre and humorous tone that enhances the overall experience, making it both engaging and entertaining for players.

    • “The game's storyline, atmosphere, and overall experience are bizarrely hilarious.”
    • “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're part of a living, breathing world.”
    • “Every detail in the environment contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The atmosphere feels empty and lifeless, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and uninspired, lacking any real sense of tension or excitement.”
    • “The overall ambiance is forgettable, failing to create any memorable moments or emotional connections.”
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Critic Reviews

56% average critic score

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Play time

6hMedian play time
22hAverage play time
3-16hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 10 analyzed playthroughs

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