Turnip Boy Robs a Bank
- December 31, 2023
- Graffiti_Games
- 6h median play time
Turnip Boy Robs a Bank is the sequel we didn't know we wanted, but became sequel we needed.
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Turnip Boy Robs a Bank" is a comedic action-adventure game with roguelite elements, where players control the career criminal Turnip Boy and his gang as they plan and execute a daring bank heist. The game features a thrilling single-player adventure with intense shootouts, a big ol' bank to explore and loot, and an array of wacky weapons to purchase from the dark web. Roguelite elements keep the action exciting and unpredictable.
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Xbox One
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Reviews
- Fast-paced gameplay that is more engaging than the first game.
- Hilarious writing and charming characters that maintain the humor of the original.
- Fun and addictive game loop with a variety of weapons and quests.
- The game is quite short, taking only about 4-6 hours to complete.
- Final boss difficulty spike is frustrating, requiring players to replay previous bosses.
- Randomized elevator rooms can make completing quests tedious and annoying.
- story199 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story in "Turnip Boy Robs a Bank" is generally described as silly and entertaining, continuing the quirky charm of its predecessor while introducing new roguelite elements. However, many players feel that it lacks the depth and emotional engagement of the first game, with some quests becoming tedious due to random mechanics that disrupt the narrative flow. Overall, while the humor and character interactions are appreciated, the story is seen as less impactful and cohesive compared to the original.
“The story is goofy and fun, just like the first one.”
“The story is lighthearted but strangely gripping.”
“Turnip Boy robs a bank is a wonderful sequel to the Turnip Boy series, adding more to the existing story and continuing the continuity between both games.”
“The story feels shallow and pointless.”
“However, when players of that game go into this one knowing about all of those themes, it doesn't come as a surprise when a lot of similar story beats happen again.”
“The pacing was a lot faster than the first, and having it less story-oriented makes it lose a lot of the charm the first game had.”
- gameplay149 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this sequel is a significant upgrade from the first game, featuring a fast-paced, roguelite shooter style that enhances the overall experience. While many players appreciate the engaging mechanics and humor, some express frustration with randomization and repetitive elements that can detract from satisfaction. Overall, the game offers a fun and charming experience, though its brevity and certain gameplay choices may leave some players wanting more.
“Great game, it feels a lot faster than the first gameplay-wise and is a blast to play.”
“Fantastic experience with fun gameplay and silly characters and dialogue.”
“The gameplay is awesome and the fact you can choose a difficulty rating makes it so much more accessible to everyone.”
“The random room mechanic is annoying at times when trying to complete quests and you don't get the correct room in a run.”
“Gameplay is repetitive.”
“The gameplay is kind of light roguelite, shoot'em up/bullet hell.”
- humor144 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm, clever writing, and quirky character interactions, maintaining the lighthearted tone established in the first installment. Players appreciate the blend of cute visuals and witty dialogue, often finding themselves laughing out loud at the absurdity and clever references throughout the gameplay. However, some reviews note that while the humor remains enjoyable, it may not reach the same heights as the original, with a few instances of jokes feeling less impactful or overly mainstream.
“Each character has their own unique way of speaking and they're each very funny.”
“The humor fits perfectly with the theme of the first game and every joke lands really hard.”
“It's cute, funny, and so charming.”
- music89 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the Turnip Boy games has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the soundtrack as a standout feature filled with catchy tracks that enhance the gameplay experience. While some players noted that the music in the sequel may not be as memorable as the original, the overall quality remains high, with a diverse range of genres and the ability to customize playlists adding to the enjoyment. Many fans expressed a desire for the soundtrack to be available for purchase, highlighting its impact on their gaming experience.
“The music is amazing, and honestly might be the best part of the game.”
“The soundtrack goes unreasonably hard and the menu theme is a certified banger--I will be playing it on incessant loop for the remainder of the foreseeable future.”
“The soundtrack is so good I was vibing the entire time.”
“Unfortunately a very funny chill adventure game turned bullet-hell/kinda-roguelike fast-paced shooter with hardcore metal/techno soundtrack.”
“Great game but the ending kinda sucked weewee and the credits had a shitty song I couldn't skip that was on the same level of 'Mask' by Dream, which is a harsh insult, but it is the reality.”
“The soundtrack is all over the place in genres, half of them I love, half of them I'm indifferent, but the game allows you to customize your playlist in-game so you can keep only those you love.”
- grinding34 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
Overall, players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some find it tedious and repetitive, particularly with side quests and RNG elements, others appreciate that the gameplay loop remains engaging despite occasional grindy moments. The consensus suggests that while grinding exists, it varies in intensity and enjoyment, with some players feeling it detracts from the overall experience.
“This is a great game, not too grindy; the ending goes just as hard as tax fraud did.”
“Music is good too, shooting feels great, plus there is no grinding and it is somewhat better that way.”
“Replayable, but not grindy.”
“The game is too repetitive, filled with fluff and grinding, and the fun aspects are too sparse.”
“It's just too grindy and unenjoyable; I literally gave up.”
“Several other quests are just grindy kill counts that force you to stay after the time is up just to slay guards as they come down the ropes.”
- emotional26 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players are surprisingly moved by the emotional depth of a game with a whimsical premise, often expressing feelings of joy, sadness, and nostalgia. Many reviews highlight the heartfelt storytelling and character development, with several players noting that they cried multiple times throughout the experience. The blend of humor and poignant moments creates a unique emotional resonance, making it a standout title that transcends its silly concept.
“I don't want to spoil anything, but this game made me feel more emotions than just joy.”
“I never expected the sequel of a silly game with a silly name to have a kind of sad and heartwarming ending.”
“The most emotional game I've ever played, cried, thanks.”
- graphics21 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Turnip Boy Robs" are widely praised for their adorable and charming pixel art style, which complements the game's humor and themes. While some users note that the art style differs slightly from the first game, it remains fitting and enhances the overall experience, making it easy to engage with the game visually. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's fun and wholesome atmosphere.
“The art style and characters are adorable and charming, and the randomness/arcade style of the game makes it super easy to pick it up and play it for a few minutes or hours.”
“I love how the art style, the humor, and what made you fall in love with the first title makes its way back in the second.”
“It has a beautiful pixel art style, and the combat feels even better; highly recommend.”
- replayability15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the addition of roguelike elements that enhance replay value, others feel it lacks sufficient content and challenges to warrant multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers noted that, despite the fun and engaging gameplay, the game does not offer enough incentive for replaying after completion, with some expressing a desire for additional modes or content to boost replayability.
“I played the mobile port for the previous game (Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion) and can strongly recommend both games; extremely fun, lighthearted experiences with tons of replayability.”
“The sequel has more replayability in my opinion than the first game because it swapped to roguelike mechanics, where when you die, you start over again from your headquarters, but it does save your progress.”
“Even though I've 100%'d the game, there are still some self-imposed challenges that can be done which add to replayability even outside of the playstyle difference.”
“Not much replay value, but I don't really think the first game was selling that point, and neither is this one.”
“The biggest flaw with this game is a lack of replayability.”
“It's not worth the asking price, with neither the gameplay replayability nor enough charm to justify the length.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its soulful and engaging world, enhanced by humor and a cute art style that fosters a wholesome experience, making players feel deeply invested in the characters and setting.
“They all just have so much soul to them, and an atmosphere that makes you feel invested in the world and characters through humor.”
“Cute art style and wholesome atmosphere.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is perceived as exploitative, with users labeling it a cash grab aimed at profiting from the initial game's success.
“This is just a cash grab to profit from the first.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is generally enjoyable but has some bugs that affect stability, as noted by multiple users.
“Fun little shooter, but it's a bit buggy, as others have pointed out.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
“I experienced several glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features fantastic lore that significantly enhances the character development, providing depth and complexity to the characters' backgrounds and motivations.
“Fantastic lore, excellent character development.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally good in terms of technical performance, but it lacks support for native resolutions like 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, and it does not offer a borderless windowed mode, relying instead on a window size scaler.
“The technical performance is solid, but it lacks support for native 1080p, 1440p, or 4K resolutions. However, it does offer a window size scaler, which is a nice touch.”
“While the optimization is generally good, the absence of a borderless windowed mode can be a bit limiting for multitasking.”
“The game runs smoothly overall, but I wish it had better support for higher resolutions to fully utilize my display.”
Critic Reviews
Turnip Boy Robs a Bank
Solid and definitely has an audience. There could be some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.
75%Turnip Boy Robs a Bank [PC] | REVIEW
Turnip Boy Robs a Bank isn’t too original from a gameplay perspective, but the manic action and quirky setup ensures players will have a good time pulling off their veggie-themed heists. There’s a fast and rewarding sense of progress to the game that keeps you pushing forward through the bank and unlocking new goodies to play around with, whilst the core gameplay loop offers plenty of fun as you hack and blast away at any enemies in your path to pull in some cash. And sure, it could be a bit easy in places (with exception to a few later sections), but the exciting loop of each run ensures it doesn’t hold the game back. It keeps things simple and doesn’t have too many fresh ideas, but there’s a lot of fun to be had committing unlawful acts with everybody’s favourite turnip in Turnip Boy Robs a Bank.
80%Review | Turnip Boy Robs A Bank
Turnip Boy Robs A Bank is a damned good time, that is just as long as it needs to be. Whether you’ve played the first game or not it is well worth checking out on Game Pass. Good looks, fun gameplay, and excellent music make it another solid addition to the platform.
78%
