Unearned Bounty

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Unearned Bounty is a single or multiplayer pirate ship arena combat game where you strive to become the most infamous pirate of the high seas. Battle alone or with other scallywags to defeat Pirate killing bots to gain gold and open the treasure chest in the store.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 177 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a fun and engaging concept, especially when played with friends.
Graphics are decent and the gameplay is simple, making it easy to pick up and play.
It's free to play, which makes it accessible for anyone looking for a casual gaming experience.

The player base is extremely low, often resulting in matches against bots, which can make the game feel boring.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues, including long loading times and matchmaking problems.
The lack of a tutorial and clear instructions can lead to confusion, making it difficult for new players to understand the game mechanics.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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17%
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.”
- “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 poor tutorial, 1-minute matchmaking, infinite loading screens, low fidelity graphics, poor gameplay, poor controls, and many other things.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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19%
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, 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 improvements could 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 poor 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%
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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 :)”
- “There is no story.”
- “Is there even a story?”
- “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
100%
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.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second life, suggesting that the effort needed to progress can be excessive or tedious.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 want 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 overwhelming, drowning out the music and making it difficult to appreciate the intended score.”
monetization
2 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 presence of bots undermines the challenge of the game, suggesting that the monetization approach detracts from the overall experience.
- “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 spend if they want to progress.”
- “The constant barrage of ads disrupts the gameplay experience and detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported new optimization issues in the game, including stuttering at specific angles and rubber banding effects, which were not present in earlier tests.
- “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.”