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. …
PlayStation
Playstation 3
Xbox
Xbox 360
Reviews
- The game is fun and provides a humorous take on a dark concept, making it enjoyable for casual play.
- The graphics and voice acting are well done, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
- It offers a unique premise with entertaining kill scenes and a variety of unlockable content.
- The gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, with limited levels and a lack of engaging content.
- The camera controls are frustrating and can lead to disorientation during gameplay.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including glitches and stability problems that detract from the experience.
- humor21 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, with players finding the concept of a teddy bear on a rampage both hilarious and entertaining. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter from the start, particularly through absurd scenarios and reactions from other characters, though it is noted that the humor may not be suitable for younger audiences. Overall, the game is described as a fun experience for those who appreciate its unique comedic style.
“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.”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of a cohesive plot, leading to a repetitive experience that some players find boring. However, others appreciate the entertaining voice acting and humorous elements, describing the narrative as fun and fresh despite its simplicity. Overall, while the story may not drive the gameplay, it contributes to a lighthearted atmosphere that some players enjoy.
“The voice acting is amazing, the story is fun and fresh, and the game is non-stop pure fun.”
“The story just makes me laugh so much.”
“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.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "nice" and "amazing," while others find them underwhelming compared to other titles on the platform. Issues such as repetitive environments, frame rate problems, and glitches detract from the overall visual experience. Despite these criticisms, the game's creative design and entertaining elements contribute to a generally positive reception.
“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.”
“But the graphics are decent.”
“The graphics are not very good compared to other 360 games.”
“There is only one level, very repetitive, poor selection of weapons and traps, glitchy and lacking in stability, visuals are technically underwhelming.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title is polarizing; while it offers a unique and entertaining style with addictive high score mechanics, many players find it frustrating and lacking in content. It may appeal to those looking for a casual experience, but it is not recommended for players seeking depth or innovation.
“Naughty Bear attempts to merge dark humor in a pseudo-childlike world with open-ended, high score-oriented gameplay, but falls flat due to an exceptional lack of ideas and content.”
“The gameplay reminds me of Manhunt.”
“The style is unique and entertaining; high score-based gameplay can be addictive and rewarding.”
“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.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect to be somewhat tedious, yet it offers a form of stress relief and amusement, at least initially. However, the enjoyment tends to diminish over time as the repetitive nature of grinding sets in.
“It's amusing in its way up to a point, and then simply becomes tedious.”
- 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 multiple playthroughs; once you've seen the story, there's little incentive to go back.”
“While there are different paths to take, the overall experience feels repetitive, making it hard to justify replaying the game.”
- 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 themes, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The music is upbeat and enjoyable, making even the darker moments feel lighter.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making the gameplay feel monotonous.”
“While the happy music contrasts with the violent actions in the game, it ultimately becomes tiresome.”
“The soundtrack doesn't evolve throughout the game, leading to a dull experience.”
- 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.”
