Naughty Bear
- June 25, 2010
- Artificial Mind & Movement
Naughty Bear attempts to merge dark humour in a pseudo-childlike world with open ended high score orientated gameplay, but falls flat due to an exceptional lack of ideas and content
In Naughty Bear, players take on the role of Naughty Bear, a bear driven to seek vengeance after the other bears don't invite him to the big birthday party. Scorned for the last time, Naughty Bear becomes hell bent on manipulating and terrorizing the blissful bears inhabiting the Island of Perfection. As Naughty Bear, players will wreak havoc on every stuffing-filled foe that crosses their path. …
Reviews
- The game is fun and provides a humorous take on a teddy bear causing mayhem, making it enjoyable for casual play.
- The kill scenes and reactions of other bears are entertaining and can lead to hilarious moments.
- It's a good time-waster, especially when looking for something light-hearted and different from typical games.
- The game suffers from repetitiveness and lacks a substantial storyline, which can lead to boredom after a short period.
- Camera controls are problematic, often causing disorientation and frustration during gameplay.
- There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including freezing and rendering problems, which detract from the overall experience.
- humor16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its dark and twisted comedic elements, particularly the absurdity of a teddy bear engaging in violent antics against other bears. Players find the reactions of characters and the overall premise entertaining, likening it to a comedy that appeals to a specific sense of humor, though it may not be suitable for younger audiences. Overall, the game delivers a consistently funny experience that keeps players laughing, despite some technical issues like motion sickness.
“Some of the reactions of the other bears to your rampage and some of the kill scenes are downright hilarious!”
“And I pre-ordered this game; I thought it looked insanely fun, and the idea that you are a teddy bear that goes around murdering other teddy bears just sounds really funny and entertaining.”
“From the very start playing the tutorial (which I normally hate) all the way to slashing and beating bears, I couldn't stop laughing.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of a cohesive plot, leading to a repetitive and uninspired experience. While some players appreciate the humor and entertaining elements, many find the absence of a driving narrative to be a significant drawback. Overall, the story is seen as a mix of amusing moments and frustrating limitations, with voice acting and presentation receiving some praise.
“The story just makes me laugh so much.”
“The voice acting is amazing, the story is fun and fresh, and the game is non-stop pure fun.”
“All in all, this game has creativity, many kill scenes, downloadable content, and a great storybook-like menu system.”
“For me, this isn't a game where I play it for a couple of weeks straight to finish it since there isn't an overall storyline that you need to finish.”
“Again, this is just my opinion, but the fact that absolutely nothing drives the story (or lack of) is a deal-breaker in any genre.”
“The plot was not so much.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as nice and reminiscent of fairytale aesthetics, while others find them lacking compared to other titles on the platform. Although there are entertaining visual elements and a creative design, issues like repetitive environments and frame rate problems detract from the overall experience. Overall, while some players find the graphics enjoyable, others consider them merely decent and not on par with contemporary standards.
“Let me state the pros and cons of this game: pros: ~nice graphics ~entertaining kill scenes ~new characters as the game progresses ~good replay value ~downloadable content ~unlockable content throughout the game (ex. costumes) cons: ~repetitive environments ~when switching between areas, there is sloppy frame rate and a possible game freeze/crash ~there are no checkpoints, so if you are in the middle of an episode switching between areas, and the game crashes, you have to restart the episode. All in all, this game has creativity, many kill scenes, downloadable content, and a great storybook-like menu system.”
“If your day hasn't gone so well after work, or you woke up on the wrong side of the bed today, Naughty Bear will make your day a much brighter, happy day :) The graphics are amazing, the sound is amazing. I give this game a 10 out of 10. You really don't see many games like this that are just pure fun and make you laugh out loud.”
“The graphics are not very good compared to other 360 games.”
“But the graphics are decent.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been described as frustrating, with comparisons made to the game "Manhunt," suggesting a challenging experience. While it may not appeal to everyone, some players find it enjoyable for casual play and passing time.
“If you are buying this game because you have never seen gameplay, I would go elsewhere. But if you're just looking to have a good time and waste a few hours, get it.”
“The gameplay reminds me of Manhunt.”
“The gameplay is, well, frustrating to say the very least.”
“If you are buying this game because you have never seen gameplay, I would go elsewhere.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect to be a mixed experience; while it can serve as a stress reliever and provide some amusement initially, it often becomes tedious over time.
“It's amusing in its way up to a point, and then simply becomes tedious.”
“Sure, it's a little tedious, but I still feel like I'm taking out aggression from everyday stress.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability due to its scoring system, unlockable content, and new characters introduced as players progress. However, some users noted that repetitive environments and technical issues, such as frame rate drops and crashes, can detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the combination of engaging gameplay and additional downloadable content enhances its replay value.
“Let me state the pros and cons of this game: pros: ~nice graphics ~entertaining kill scenes ~new characters as the game progresses ~good replay value ~downloadable content ~unlockable content throughout the game (e.g., costumes) cons: ~repetitive environments ~when switching between areas, there is sloppy frame rate and a possible game freeze/crash ~there are no checkpoints, so if you are in the middle of an episode switching between areas, and the game crashes, you have to restart the episode. All in all, this game has creativity, many kill scenes, downloadable content, and a great storybook-like menu system.”
“In theory, that offers more replay value than Hitman does because you can always try to top your old score, whereas not being seen in Hitman is more of a one-time accomplishment.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage me to replay it; once you've seen the story, there's little incentive to go back.”
“While there are multiple endings, they don't feel distinct enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by a cheerful tone that contrasts sharply with the violent gameplay, creating a unique juxtaposition. However, players find it repetitive and lacking in variety, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the narration, while initially engaging, becomes monotonous due to its repetitive nature.
“The happy music juxtaposes the murder in-game, creating a unique and engaging atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack adds a delightful contrast to the game's darker themes, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The cheerful tunes really elevate the gameplay, making even the most intense moments feel lighthearted.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making the gameplay feel monotonous.”
“While the happy music contrasts with the violent themes, it quickly becomes tiresome.”
“The soundtrack doesn't add to the experience and feels more like background noise than an engaging element.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with versions lacking the free episode 8, where the game frequently freezes at the end of missions, occurring approximately every third time.
“If you get the version that doesn't have the free episode 8, then the game freezes at the end of the mission about every third time.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable during crucial moments.”
“I've experienced constant lag and random crashes that ruin the overall experience.”
