From the developers of the BIT.TRIP series comes Bubsy: Paws on Fire!, the latest and greatest in bobcat-based gaming.
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Reviews, worldwide (the counter carries no country): 0.14/day in the week to Aug 22 → 0/day in the week after.
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| Store | Price | Audience | Score | Chart | Est. revenue |
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SteamYou are here | $24.99 | 113reviews | 62% | — | $54.7K |
| $4.99−80% | 164ratings | 72% | — | not modelled | |
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Bubsy: Paws on Fire!, developed by Choice Provisions and published by Atari, is a rhythm-based auto-runner that seeks to reinvigorate the Bubsy franchise with a fresh gameplay twist. As the sixth installment in the series, it combines the franchise’s signature humor and quirky character design with mechanics inspired by the BIT.TRIP series, offering a unique take on platforming and rhythm gaming. Released in May 2019, the game attempts to balance nostalgia for long-time fans with accessibility for new players, though reactions have been mixed due to repetitive gameplay and occasional control frustrations. The story centers on Bubsy, the titular bobcat, as he races to stop his nemesis, Oinker P. Hamm, from capturing animals for his nefarious "Amazootorium." The narrative is self-aware and humorous, filled with puns and tongue-in-cheek references that long-time fans of the series will recognize. While the plot is lighthearted and straightforward, it serves primarily as a framing device for the fast-paced action rather than a deeply engaging storyline. Players seeking complex narrative depth may find the story minimal, but the humor and cartoonish scenarios align well with the game’s playful tone. Gameplay is defined by its rhythm-based auto-running mechanics. Players guide Bubsy and three additional characters—Virgil, Woolie, and Arnold—through levels filled with obstacles, enemies, and collectibles, timing jumps and actions to maintain momentum. Each character possesses unique abilities, adding some variety to the experience, but the core gameplay loop remains largely repetitive. While the rhythm elements inject energy and challenge into the auto-running format, some players report occasional unresponsive controls that can make precision timing frustrating, especially during faster sections or more complex sequences. Visually, the game embraces a colorful, cartoon-like aesthetic that captures the whimsical spirit of the franchise. The environments are vibrant and full of playful details, and character animations convey personality and charm. Despite the lively presentation, occasional background stuttering or minor graphical inconsistencies can momentarily disrupt immersion. Overall, the visuals succeed in maintaining a fun and lighthearted atmosphere that complements the game’s gameplay style and tone. The soundtrack, composed by Stemage, is a standout feature, with energetic tracks that synchronize with the rhythm-based gameplay and enhance the sense of speed and excitement. The music effectively supports the pacing of levels, though repeated exposure to the same tracks can feel monotonous over extended sessions. Sound effects, such as character exclamations and environmental cues, further reinforce the playful, cartoony atmosphere, making the audio experience consistent with the visual style. In conclusion, Bubsy: Paws on Fire! delivers a quirky, fast-paced rhythm-based adventure that revitalizes the Bubsy franchise with modern gameplay mechanics while staying true to its eccentric roots. Although it suffers from repetitive level design and occasional control issues, the combination of humor, character variety, colorful visuals, and a lively soundtrack makes it an enjoyable experience for fans of the series and rhythm-based platformers alike. While it may not redefine the genre, the game provides a nostalgic and entertaining journey that captures the charm and chaos that Bubsy is known for. Rating: 6/10
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Languages: English*, French, Italian, German, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Traditional Chinese*languages with full audio support
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Matched by title — a reused name can pair the wrong games. * is a critic aggregate. Prices and positions are each store's United States storefront; Epic charts worldwide. Audience and Score too, except Steam's, which is worldwide.
Hours played at review time, across 45 reviews with recorded playtime.
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my computer sounds like it's going to explode when i play this. I LOVE IT!
this game is pain and agony
I went into this game knowing that I would dislike it due to it being a Runner game, which I don't like, but it's actually quite a bit worse than I expected. The level design is pretty mediocre for the first two worlds, then it gets ridiculously difficult in World 3, and it's very unfair, requiring either top level reaction time or multiple playthroughs to collect all the yarn and token pieces. Aesthetically, there's nothing wrong with the game, but it feels bland because the levels all seem to blend together due to reusing the backgrounds. Gameplay was pretty alright, but I didn't like the Arnold levels, they remind me of Sonic Heroes' Special Stages, and that's a terrible thing to be reminded of. Boss Battles were really weird. The first one had Bubsy take over the ship for whatever reason, the second one used his standard gameplay, and the final boss used both. Phase 2 of the final boss was really annoying though, if you're even a little off, you're probably going to die either from the bomb or falling into the pit. Achievements were pretty lenient, which is nice, because if 100% of collectibles was required, Arnold's levels alone would've prevented me from doing it. Overall I'd give it a 6/10. I didn't like it much, but it's not the worst thing I've ever played.
I mean it's kinda fun
Jogo horrível, não desejo nem que meu pior inimigo jogue isso
[b]Bubsy: Paws on Fire![/b] é um jogo bem conciso. Ele não tenta te impressionar, maravilhar ou surpreender, mas também não tenta te chocar. O jogo tem um controle agradável, gráficos bons e uma trilha sonora interessante (cada fase possui uma versão diferente da música dependendo do personagem controlado). Porém, a forma como recicla suas próprias fases para estender o tempo total pode parecer meio porca. (Sim, piada de propósito. Se você jogou, entendeu.) Como eu disse, o jogo é simples: 3 mundos, 3 chefes, 3 personagens jogáveis e 27 fases (mais 27 fases bônus com o 4º personagem jogável, Arnold). Assim como nos jogos [b]BIT.TRIP RUNNER[/b] da mesma desenvolvedora, seu personagem está sempre se movendo para a frente, cabendo ao jogador decidir como superar obstáculos como inimigos, paredes ou buracos até alcançar o fim da fase. Bubsy pode planar e dar uma investida que derrota inimigos; Virgil pode dar um salto duplo e ativar plataformas que o lançam ainda mais alto; e a Woolie transforma o jogo em um Shoot-'em-Up, podendo atirar nos inimigos enquanto voa livremente. Apesar de os três personagens jogarem nas mesmas fases, as posições dos inimigos, obstáculos e outros elementos mudam entre eles, evitando que a troca de personagens para buscar medalhas se torne tão entediante. Falando nas medalhas… Elas são sua forma de avançar no jogo. Cada vez que completa uma fase, o jogador ganha uma medalha representando o personagem escolhido. Conforme avança, as fases passam a exigir mais medalhas para serem desbloqueadas, permitindo ao jogador optar entre repetir fases mais fáceis com outros personagens, só prosseguir após completá-las com todos ou simplesmente alcançar o mínimo de medalhas (75) para chegar ao último chefe. O maior defeito do jogo é sua repetição. Jogar as fases pela primeira vez, independentemente do personagem, é divertido, assim como caçar as peças de quebra-cabeça que desbloqueiam as fases bônus do Arnold. Mas, conforme mais medalhas são exigidas, mais repetição o jogo demanda. Mesmo com mudanças de caminhos e obstáculos entre os três personagens, as fases são simplísticas, poucas são memoráveis, e o processo de jogar uma fase apenas para conseguir uma medalha acaba se tornando mecânico e diminuindo a diversão. Felizmente, o jogo é curto, mesmo com essa forma antiquada de estender sua duração. [b]Bubsy: Paws on Fire![/b] é um jogo decente que serve como distração para quem procura jogos à moda antiga com pontos e coisinhas para coletar, mas não deixará memórias marcantes nem saudade de revisitá-lo no futuro. A parte mais memorável é justamente o fato de não ser uma total decepção como [b]Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back[/b]. Qualquer evolução positiva na franquia Bubsy merece ser parabenizada. [h1]6/10[/h1]
Esse é apenas pros fortes. Só a tela de título te faz querer vomitar... só não mais que o brilho exagerado das fases que chegam a causar náuseas e um possível desgosto de viver. a jogabilidade é ok, semelhante a um jogo mobile... mas não é um jogo mobile, ent tá aqui o esculacho. Mas qual é, tamo falando do bubsy, o que poderia ser diferente? Jogue apenas se for um verdadeiro fã do bubsy... Se é q existe um. Não sei como os desenvolvedores olharam pra isso e pensaram "O que poderia dar errado?".
this game blows chunks
300 Hours, so many regrets
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