Overboss

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Become a villain in this retro-inspired board game. Draft terrain tiles, recruit monsters, build your map, and become the OVERBOSS!

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

27%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

music3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The visuals and pixel art are top-notch, effectively bringing the physical game to a digital format.
For fans of the original board game, Overboss offers a fun and faithful adaptation with a smooth gameplay experience.
The developers are engaging with the community and working on addressing issues, showing potential for future improvements.

The game launched in a buggy and unfinished state, with numerous issues affecting both single-player and multiplayer modes.
Online matchmaking is virtually non-existent, making it difficult to find players without external platforms.
The tutorial is inadequate, assuming players are already familiar with the physical game, which can be frustrating for newcomers.

gameplay
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and engaging, featuring a fun and strategic loop enhanced by asymmetrical boss abilities and interactive command cards. However, some players feel it lacks the polish and complexity of similar games, suggesting that improvements in tile balance and asymmetry could enhance the experience. Overall, it offers a unique and thematic experience that players appreciate.
- “The game was not at all what I expected, which is fine because I still enjoyed the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack is perfectly thematic, the gameplay is fun and strategic, the asymmetrical boss abilities add nice variety, and the command cards make things more interactive with your opponents.”
- “It's a bit more simple than those two in strategy -- and, if I'm honest, the gameplay lacks the polish of either.”
- “The style and gameplay loop don't need improvements, just the tile balance and asymmetry.”
stability
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game has received mixed feedback regarding stability, with many users noting it is plagued by bugs that detract from the overall experience. While some players enjoyed the gameplay, particularly in online matches, the persistent issues have led to a general recommendation against playing until further patches are released.
- “While I did enjoy playing this, especially the couple of online matches I played against friends, I can't recommend this due to its very buggy state.”
- “I like the game, and I love the board game, but this game is way too buggy.”
- “Game was buggy, yes. The game is patched, and like the board game?”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its faithful recreation and thematic relevance, enhancing the overall experience with lively sound effects. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to complement the gameplay, making it engaging and interactive.
- “This is a faithful recreation of the game, with a host of thematic animations and music.”
- “The music and sound effects add more life to the game.”
- “The soundtrack is perfectly thematic; the gameplay is fun and strategic, the asymmetrical boss abilities add nice variety, and the command cards make things more interactive with your opponents.”
story
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game presents a cool concept but is marred by significant gameplay issues, including bugs during loading and screen transitions, as well as a confusing side quest interface that lacks adequate guidance. Players have expressed frustration with the campaign's difficulty, even on easy mode, which detracts from the overall narrative experience.
- “All in all, a cool concept, but I'm getting absolutely stuck in the easy mode campaign due to not being able to complete missions.”
- “Sometimes you find bugs when loading a game or while switching screens. It has some issues, like the fact that you do not see your overall score anywhere, and the side quest screen is a design mess that is not understandable and is not covered in the help section.”
graphics
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their stunning visuals and exceptional pixel art, effectively translating the physical game into a captivating digital experience.
- “The visuals are amazing; the pixel art is top-notch and really brings the physical game to a digital form beautifully.”
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, providing a smooth experience for both multiplayer and solo modes.
- “Multiplayer and solo modes are both fantastic and run smoothly.”
- “The game's optimization allows for seamless gameplay, regardless of the mode you choose.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly on my system.”