World Boss

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A new FPS from Fresh and LazarBeam. Take on 15 other players in fast-paced arena combat. Level up to unlock upgradeable weapons and perks. Customise your Gladiator with unique builds for every playstyle. Delete your enemies. Climb the leaderboard. Take on the world.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,212 reviews

gameplay61 positive mentions

optimization31 negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, with a unique gameplay loop that keeps players entertained.
The graphics and art style are appealing, reminiscent of a cartoonish aesthetic that many players enjoy.
The leveling system and perks add depth to the gameplay, allowing for various strategies and builds.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and connection issues, making it frustrating to play.
There is a significant imbalance in gameplay, with higher-level players dominating matches and making it difficult for newcomers.
The lack of content and variety in game modes leads to repetitive gameplay, diminishing long-term enjoyment.

gameplay
160 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
46%
16%
The gameplay of "World Boss" is described as a mix of fun mechanics and fast-paced action, appealing to casual players with its easy-to-learn controls and engaging gameplay loop. However, many reviewers criticize the game for its repetitive nature, lack of diverse game modes, and technical issues such as bugs and poor optimization, which detract from the overall experience. While some players find enjoyment in the mechanics and visuals, others feel the game lacks originality and depth, often comparing it unfavorably to more established titles in the genre.
- “The gameplay is very satisfying; it can give you that high-energy power trip.”
- “The fusion of a rogue-lite multiplayer FPS with these world boss objectives makes for a fast-paced and very enjoyable gameplay experience.”
- “The game is very fun, and the gameplay is exciting and original.”
- “This feels uninspired, purposeless, and really just like a waste of time to play; it feels like an asset flip with custom mechanics that takes way too long to finish a match.”
- “The lack of innovation in gameplay leaves much to be desired for those expecting something fresh and original.”
- “The gameplay is stale and feels like a glorified Roblox game; the game punishes you for being low level and makes it impossible to lose when high level.”
graphics
96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
49%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the charming art style and vibrant visuals reminiscent of popular titles like Fortnite, while others criticize the poor optimization and low-quality graphics that struggle to run smoothly even on decent hardware. Many users appreciate the game's aesthetic appeal but express frustration over performance issues and a lack of graphic options, suggesting that improvements are needed for a better overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a highlight for some, but significant optimization and refinement are necessary to satisfy a broader audience.
- “I love the game style and graphics!”
- “The graphics are amazingly charming, all of the weapons are balanced and the shotgun isn't just a fancy confetti cannon, which I love.”
- “Very good fast-paced fun game, graphics look really nice and overall just such a fun game.”
- “The graphics are awful.”
- “Game runs like crap even though the graphics are pretty terrible.”
- “My main problem is how poorly optimized the game is; I can run Warframe on low graphics at 60fps with a gaming laptop and have it look better than this game, whereas here, even on low graphics without V-Sync, it is still unpredictable if it will run well or turn into a slideshow.”
optimization
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
55%
35%
The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including low frame rates and frequent crashes, even on high-end systems. While some users noted minor improvements in recent updates, the overall consensus is that the game remains poorly optimized and unplayable for many, detracting significantly from the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics look nice while not being too intensive on performance, allowing for a good-looking game at a high framerate on most machines.”
- “This is refreshing compared to some other PvP games where they prioritize one too much over the other, either leaning towards making the game look good at the cost of performance, or making it run at thousands of fps on any machine, but look absolutely awful.”
- “Getting into a game is incredibly easy and the recent bug fixes have done a lot to improve performance.”
- “The performance is so bad even Fortnite has better performance.”
- “This game had promise, just the lack of updates and optimization really hurt the game.”
- “Unplayable, unoptimized garbage that feels like it was made by an intern.”
stability
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
99%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent crashes, disconnections, and various bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. While some users acknowledge the fun aspects of the game, the overwhelming consensus is that it suffers from poor optimization and a lack of polish, making it frustrating to play. Many attribute these issues to its early access status, suggesting that while there is potential, the current experience is marred by instability.
- “It's very fun; the game runs great, looks great, and is fairly balanced.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive, allowing for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; I rarely encounter any bugs or crashes.”
- “The game worked perfectly the first couple of days, but now I just disconnect every few minutes and the game is very buggy.”
- “The crashes are frequent; I get disconnected from games literally every time I play. If I don't stop early, it's guaranteed to disconnect, and as soon as I make legitimate progress, my game freezes and I'm back to the ready screen. This is the biggest issue and is making the game borderline unplayable.”
- “This game is so bad; it is optimized terribly and has terrible menu systems, controls, and is a buggy mess.”
monetization
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
24%
64%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many reviewers labeling it a cash grab due to the prevalence of microtransactions and a battle pass system. Players express frustration over the game's repetitive gameplay and bugs, feeling that updates prioritize monetization over improving the core experience. While some acknowledge the potential for the game, concerns remain that the focus on microtransactions could detract from its overall quality and enjoyment.
- “7.5/10 has amazing potential; a good leveling system and a unique non-stop FFA style fight mode is a favorite of mine. For an early access game, this is going to be crazy good if they add more guns and content instead of making fancier skins. I understand games need monetization to put back into the game; I think that this is one of the better free-to-play games out there. Great job, Lazarbeam, Fresh, and Playside.”
- “So far, the microtransactions are cosmetic only, and thankfully don't have any effect on gameplay, so I'm happy.”
- “The focus on microtransactions that was noted by other reviewers is also questionable; however, I'm willing to chalk that up to a new-ish studio having a lack of funding.”
- “This has led me to feeling like this game has turned into yet another cash grab as microtransactions feel like the only thing that is getting updates.”
- “Awful audio, weapons lack impact, and the monetization looks to make this simply a cash grab with no depth.”
- “Good to know that despite the terrible condition this game is in they prioritized adding microtransactions over playability.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
59%
36%
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the game lacks a meaningful story, with multiple users noting the absence of narrative elements and a cohesive plot. Players express frustration over the grindy gameplay and the lack of rewards or achievements, which detracts from their overall experience. While some find the game enjoyable for its mechanics, the absence of a compelling story is a significant drawback.
- “Whether or not it will be reached... that's a different story.”
- “☑ no story”
- “It's graphics are decent, but no story, no grind, not even an ending to every game.”
- “The match never ends, and when you exit to the main menu after getting 50+ kills, you realize that you haven't done any missions or progressed anywhere.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
25%
69%
The reviews highlight a significant issue with grinding in the game, with many players expressing frustration over the time-consuming nature of leveling up and the imbalance between high-level and low-level players. While some find the grind enjoyable, others describe it as tedious and detrimental to the overall experience, often leading to feelings of helplessness against more powerful opponents. Overall, the consensus suggests that the grinding aspect could benefit from improvements to enhance player engagement and balance.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Worst possible game out there. All grinding in this game to get to the world boss. I have the revolver and it sucks. I don't understand why my crosshair is on people and I can't hit them. My bullets are traveling to who knows where. The mechanics are terrible, and I waited a whole 30 minutes to be the world boss only to die because of bloom. I hate this game and do not recommend it at all. If you want to have a bad time, this is the game for you.”
- “Heart system made the game terrible. You can spend like 2 hours grinding, and then a low-level player can come and kill you with his AK-47, which is the only good gun in this trashcan of a game. It sucks so hard; please fix your game.”
- “This game is entertaining but is held back by tedious bugs and terrible optimization. The gameplay is not engaging because you can't have more than 2 guns at once, and both of them cannot be used viably.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
90%
10%
The humor in the game is largely attributed to its creators, who are popular YouTubers known for their comedic style, making the experience enjoyable for many players. However, some users find the humor overshadowed by gameplay issues, such as glitches and balance problems, which detract from the overall fun. While the game has a humorous concept and moments, players express a desire for better execution in gameplay to match the comedic intent.
- “Great built by two hilarious YouTubers.”
- “I have played hundreds of shooters in my life and I find World Boss a wonderful breath of fresh air that doesn’t try to be another Call of Duty, knows what it wants to be, and achieves it with a glorious smile and sense of humor.”
- “Thought it was pretty funny when a chill guy came in and hung out with me for a sec to the side and told them they are mad over a game that will be dead in a year.”
- “The game has a great concept and it's a nice FPS, but it's impossible to actually get kills when you're being shot by players who seem to have infinite ammo and health. The unbalanced gameplay is so extreme that it's not funny at all.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews from players; while some appreciate the fun and engaging tracks, others criticize it for being repetitive and cutting out too frequently. Players enjoy the hidden music and sound effects in specific areas, but many express frustration over the music stopping abruptly, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the music is seen as a highlight for some, but a significant flaw for others.
- “I love listening to music while playing.”
- “I like the hidden music and sound effects that are only at specific buildings.”
- “The base gunplay, music, sound, and physics are good and feel as they should for a title like this.”
- “The music just stops after 10 seconds or so in the main menu, in certain areas of the map you just freeze midair and I have gained a lot of kills by people just freezing mid-fight. This has also happened to me and it honestly makes me want to stop playing the game.”
- “The music cuts out after a minute.”
- “Music sucks, I'm sorry but it's true.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, with some feeling a sense of achievement and empowerment when reaching high ranks, while others experience frustration and disappointment due to gameplay issues. This duality highlights the game's ability to evoke both positive and negative emotions, impacting players' willingness to continue engaging with it.
- “Made me feel like a boss; I would recommend.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game highly replayable due to the ability to experiment with various strategies and loadouts, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “This adds to the replayability of the game, as players can experiment with different strategies and loadouts.”