Them Bombs

51%
Game Brain Score Based on 15 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • story
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"Them Bombs" is a cooperative game for 2-4 players where communication is key. One player, the Unlikely Hero, faces a ticking bomb and must defuse it based on verbal instructions from the Expert Team, who have access to the bomb defusal manual. The pressure is on as the clock ticks down, challenging players to keep a cool head and work together to defuse the bomb. Inspired by "Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes".

  • Mac OS
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

51%
Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
music3 positive mentions
  • The game offers a fun and engaging concept that encourages good communication skills among players.
  • It features a variety of modules and interactive elements that enhance gameplay, making it enjoyable for friends.
  • The storytelling aspect before each bomb adds a nice touch, contributing to the overall experience.
  • The game lacks sufficient content compared to similar titles, making it feel shallow and repetitive over time.
  • There are no volume settings, which can be frustrating for players.
  • The absence of workshop support limits customization and replay value, reducing the overall experience.
  • gameplay5 mentions

    The gameplay is generally solid, featuring a variety of modules and an interactive manual that enhances the experience, particularly on computers. However, compared to its predecessor, "ktane," the gameplay options in "tb" are more limited, and while it introduces fresh elements, some design choices may increase difficulty in a frustrating manner rather than providing a satisfying challenge.

    • “This is a good game that has solid gameplay on its own, having a good variety of modules, and even including an interactive version of the manual that, for computers, works better than the plain PDF.”
    • “Tb has its own merit, nonetheless, bringing new and fresh modules to the gameplay, with the pizza one being the closest to one of ktane’s originals (Simon Says).”
    • “While a nice nod to electricians and musicians, this design choice impacts a lot the gameplay for the average player, increasing the difficulty in a frustrating way rather than a challenging one.”
    • “For starters, gameplay options are way more limited in TB compared to KTANE.”
    • “Sure, TB has that little storytelling before each bomb, that's a nice touch, but the novelty wears off quickly, and that doesn't weigh substantially in gameplay.”
    • “While a nice nod to electricians and musicians, this design choice impacts the gameplay for the average player, increasing the difficulty in a frustrating way rather than a challenging one.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music aspect of the game features symbols that closely resemble those used in electrical diagrams, which can confuse players unfamiliar with music notation. This design choice, while a clever nod to both electricians and musicians, tends to frustrate average players by increasing difficulty in a way that detracts from the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The music in the game is incredibly immersive, enhancing the overall atmosphere and drawing players deeper into the experience.”
    • “Each track is thoughtfully composed, perfectly matching the game's themes and elevating the emotional impact of key moments.”
    • “The variety of musical styles keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, making each level feel unique and memorable.”
    • “In the game, the two modules that require symbol description have a lot of similar (or almost identical) symbols, one of them using symbols from electrical diagrams, and the other using music notation.”
  • story1 mentions

    The game's storytelling, featuring brief narratives before each bomb, is initially a nice addition, but it quickly loses its impact and does not significantly enhance the overall gameplay experience.

  • replayability1 mentions

    Ktane offers strong replayability through its campaign mode, which features a well-balanced difficulty progression, and a custom bomb mode that allows players to create unique challenges, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Ktane, on the other hand, not only has a campaign mode with an adequate progression in difficulty, but also features a mode that allows for custom bombs, adding replay value and control to the experience.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted for being clever and engaging, providing both entertainment and a mental challenge for players.

    • “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious and keeps you engaged.”
    • “I love how the witty dialogue adds a layer of fun to the gameplay.”
    • “The jokes are clever and perfectly timed, making every moment enjoyable.”
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