Bike Baron

 iOS
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
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  1. Gameblog.fr
    Nov 7, 2011
    100
    For a small fee, Bike Baron offers a really fun cross/trial bike game. It is a great success from every point of view: super playable, and with cool animations, it allows you to run with an old guy's bike on many chaotic levels, in 4 different difficulty settings (Easy to Extreme). Those challenges are easy at first, but they quickly become very difficult and addictive. The game even features a track editor, with the ability to share your work with others. An excellent surprise on iOS platforms.
  2. AppSpy
    Oct 26, 2011
    100
    Although some may get hung up on comparisons to relatively recent titles, stunt driving has been a staple on the App Store and Bike Baron is one of the best, sporting rock solid controls; difficulty scaling from easy to ludicrous; and community shareable levels for near endless content.
  3. AppSmile
    Oct 21, 2011
    100
    An exceptionally polished action-arcade title, Bike Baron mixes precision controls with fun physics for a highly-engaging experience.
  5. AppSafari
    Dec 18, 2011
    90
    Overall, the immense difficulty of Bike Baron makes it a poor choice for any gamers who become frustrated easily. For those who enjoy a challenge, few games are more enjoyable than Bike Baron.
  6. AppGamer
    Nov 10, 2011
    90
    Bike Baron is a game that provides fun and frustration in equal measure, but balances these at just the right level to perfectly hit that 'one more go' approach. Fans of Trials style games shouldn't hesitate to pick this one up.
  7. Gamezebo
    Oct 26, 2011
    90
    In a sense, Bike Baron lacks originality. But when it comes to the outstanding level design, high visual polish, and uniqueness in being the only great game of its kind on the App Store, it's hard to criticize the developers for being influenced by some great games and wanting to perfect that formula for a different platform.
  8. 148Apps
    Oct 25, 2011
    90
    An exciting and addictive bike game. Clever gameplay, fluid graphics and challenging levels make Bike Baron an instant classic.
  9. Pelit (Finland)
    Dec 9, 2011
    85
    Bike Baron is a refreshing relic from the shareware era, but it takes some from the one of the greatest XBLA successes. This iPad version of the TrialsHD is sometimes painfully difficult, but extremely fun at the same time. [Dec 2011]
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  10. Multiplayer.it
    Nov 14, 2011
    84
    It's the closest thing to Trials HD you can get on iOS, but its difficulty gets overly frustrating at times.
  11. SpazioGames
    Dec 21, 2011
    80
    It's a lot of fun to play, on par with more famous title like Angry Birds, even if it's lasting appeal is not the same. You won't regret buying it.
  12. TouchArcade
    Nov 1, 2011
    80
    Difficulty aside, the only serious issue I've had with Bike Baron is the lack of a quick level reset.
  13. Modojo
    Oct 29, 2011
    80
    Bike Baron may not be the most original of games, but who cares? This super tough app packs just the right amount of value into a small 37.4 MB package, and with possible updates on the way, you should definitely hop on this ride.
  14. IGN
    Oct 26, 2011
    80
    Bike Baron is frustratingly difficult, but in the best possible way - it never crosses that fine line between "hard" and "unfair." It's the best Trials HD clone to hit iOS.
  15. Pocket Gamer UK
    Oct 25, 2011
    80
    It owes much to Trials HD, but Bike Baron is one of the most addictive iOS games around.
  16. Slide to Play
    Oct 25, 2011
    75
    Bike Baron is a fun and silly game that will put you through the grinder before it's done with you.
  17. Everyeye.it
    Dec 16, 2011
    70
    Bike Baron is not a masterpiece or something that will be remembered by decades of players, but it's a honest 99 cent game, which offers hours of bike-fun and a powerful in-game editor which let you create your own track. Take that if you want a light-hearted entertainment.
  18. Tap!
    Nov 15, 2011
    60
    The problem is that escaping death is eventually impossible. From a fun, challenging beginning, having you gleefully wrestle a bike to the end of madcap courses, Bike Baron descends into a gruelling, joyless battle of wills: you against a sadistic games designer who favours obscene precision over all else, and doesn't provide the tools (an on-screen speedo, say) that would enable you to succeed.

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#73 Best iOS Game of 2011
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#21 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2011

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 27
  3. Negative: 4 out of 27
  1. Crzl
    Oct 23, 2011
    10
    Beautiful graphics, smooth framerate and the level editor make this game an exceptional example how a game should be done for iOS devices. TheBeautiful graphics, smooth framerate and the level editor make this game an exceptional example how a game should be done for iOS devices. The game is funny, entertaining and it has a smooth difficulty curve. The level editor has endless possibilities and it's easy to use. Awesome!… Full Review »
  2. kitwendel
    Apr 14, 2015
    10
    Bike Baron is the must-have motorcycle/trial game on iOS. The controls are super sharp and you really feel that succeeding/failing depends onBike Baron is the must-have motorcycle/trial game on iOS. The controls are super sharp and you really feel that succeeding/failing depends on your skills. Nice original graphics; not just a guy with a helmet (like in most iOS bike games). Lots of levels to play; you can even create your own levels.… Full Review »
  3. krikaoli
    Apr 2, 2014
    10
    Challenger! Very addictive. Beautiful graphics, smooth frame rate and the level editor make this game a must have at every iPhone. You can buyChallenger! Very addictive. Beautiful graphics, smooth frame rate and the level editor make this game a must have at every iPhone. You can buy without any doubt.… Full Review »
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