Unearned Bounty

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Unearned Bounty is a multiplayer shooter game. It was developed by Extrokold Games and was released on August 22, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Unearned Bounty is a pirate-themed free-for-all multiplayer naval combat game where players compete to become the most infamous pirate by targeting top-ranked ships for extra bounty. Skillful aiming, choosing unique ship abilities, and strategic targeting are key to victory. The game features an endless wraparound map keeping all players engaged in nonstop action.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 177 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

Unearned Bounty features engaging and humorous gameplay, allowing players to enjoy dynamic missions with colorful characters.
The game offers a fun and simple combat system that is easy to pick up, making it suitable for both casual and serious gamers.
The developers are responsive to community feedback and actively work on improvements, showing promise for future updates and content.

The game suffers from a lack of players, often resulting in matches against bots, which can make gameplay feel repetitive and boring.
Technical issues such as frequent bugs, connection problems, and a confusing control scheme detract from the overall experience.
The absence of a comprehensive tutorial and unclear objectives can leave new players feeling lost and frustrated.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as engaging and fun, particularly in multiplayer settings, with a simple yet strategic combat system that can be enjoyable despite some bugs and glitches. However, there are concerns about repetitiveness, poor matchmaking, and monetization issues, which detract from the overall experience. While many players appreciate the potential and art style, some find the gameplay generic and lacking in depth.
- “The gameplay is surprisingly engaging and rewarding considering the simple combat system.”
- “Good evening, the game seems excellent, the gameplay is perfect for playing with friends. I would like to add some things like more variety of maps and the kraken as a boss or something; I hope you take this comment into account.”
- “Smooth, fun gameplay with great devs. This game has great potential.”
- “Gameplay can get boring quickly.”
- “Private matches are broken, gameplay is generic and boring.”
- “With that said, the gameplay itself, while very easy to figure out, does require some strategic thinking and it definitely takes some practice to land those cannon shots.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
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19%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cel-shaded art style reminiscent of *Wind Waker*, which adds charm and nostalgia. While some users noted that the graphics are generally good and suitable for casual gaming, others pointed out issues like low fidelity and occasional lag. Overall, the visuals are considered fitting for the gameplay, though there are calls for improvements to enhance the experience further.
- “The wind waker-esque cel-shaded graphics really tug on my heartstrings; you can see the influence of it directly by the ambient seagulls that fly by, bearing almost exactly the same resemblance as the seagulls in Wind Waker.”
- “Well done, Extrokold! Keep up the development, and for the love of Poseidon, please do not change the art style!”
- “I love Unearned Bounty; from its awesome Wind Waker style, cel-shaded graphics to its ease of play.”
- “I wanted to like this game, I really really wanted to, but there are already so many problems, and there's no excuse for having a store where you pay real money for what are essentially ship skins. Also, loot boxes, a shitty tutorial, 1-minute matchmaking, infinite loading screens, low fidelity graphics, poor gameplay, poor controls, and many other things.”
- “This game is like an old flash game, except with much better graphics and in early access. It has quite a lot to offer, and I'm surprised so many people jumped on the bandwagon.”
- “Great game especially for groups of friends and very low-end graphics computers; it has almost zero lag on an old XP machine.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
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The game lacks a substantial story mode, with some users expressing a desire for more storytelling elements. However, it remains enjoyable, particularly in multiplayer settings.
- “Some storytelling would be great :)”
- “It is lacking in a story mode, but it can be extremely fun if you play it with friends.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous players reporting persistent glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay, making it unplayable for some. While there are positive aspects like graphics and gameplay, many users advise against playing in its current early access state due to these issues. Overall, the game requires substantial fixes to improve stability before it can be recommended.
- “Runs great, graphics aren't bad either.”
- “This version of the game is very buggy and absolutely unplayable.”
- “It's still very, very buggy.”
- “Sorry, but just for playing it for less than 20 minutes, this game has issues, like when you go into matchmaking the game freezes for about half a minute, and when you spawn in the game to play with other players you spawn inside of a mountain. In the tutorial, which I have done beforehand, when you die inside the mountain you spawn out of it but are unable to move, so I'm sorry but that kind of stuff is pretty bad even for an alpha.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it enjoyable, especially when played with friends. However, some users note that the lack of a tutorial and outdated main menu detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is considered funny but could benefit from a larger player base.
- “Very interesting game, funny to play.”
- “The game is really funny with some friends.”
- “Funny little game but needs more players.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's music is praised for its ability to create a chill atmosphere, featuring a triumphant soundtrack that complements the gameplay without being intrusive. Additionally, the inclusion of pirate-themed dialogue adds a fun touch without overwhelming the experience.
- “If you wanted some chill time, just load up some music and play for a little.”
- “The tone of the game is done really well, with a suitably triumphant soundtrack and a few piratey dialogue lines heard here and there when firing upon landlubbers, but not too invasive that it distracts you.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during long play sessions.”
- “While the soundtrack has its moments, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
- “The sound effects are poorly mixed, overshadowing the music and making it difficult to appreciate the score.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy, which includes early access microtransactions and a reliance on ads, is viewed negatively by users. Many feel that the current implementation detracts from the gameplay experience, with some suggesting that the presence of bots overshadows the intended challenge.
- “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, forcing players to choose between spending or missing out.”
- “The constant barrage of ads disrupts the gameplay experience and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have reported new optimization issues, including stuttering at specific angles and rubber banding effects, which were not present in earlier tests of the game.
- “Actually, now that I've tested the game again, there seem to be issues that weren't there previously, such as stuttering on certain angles and some rubber banding effects.”
- “The optimization is a mess; I experience frequent frame drops and long loading times that ruin the gameplay experience.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the poor optimization leads to constant lag and crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently note that grinding in the game is so demanding that it feels like requiring a second life to manage it effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”