Bugsnax

 PlayStation 5
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 396 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 268 out of 396
  2. Mixed: 70 out of 396
  3. Negative: 58 out of 396
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  1. MyOpinion07
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Es macht Spaß, ist lustig aber die PS5 Version hätte mal mehr Details verdient
  2. busylast
    Dec 1, 2020
    4
    Very meh game. It was fun at the start but got extremely repetitive soon after. There's nothing next gen about the game apart from the triggers, but not even that will save it. I ended up deleting the game after a few hours of play as I was too bored of it, so glad it was a free PSN game and I didn't buy it.
  3. Camad
    Nov 30, 2020
    8
    Bugsnax is a consistently enjoyable game from start to finish. It's core gameplay loop is very good but more than anything, you'll be returning to SnagTooth for the excellently written and acted characters. It's not a game for everybody and the gameplay loop can become tiring, but overall it's a great game and has a satisfying conclusion that makes the journey worth it.
  4. Jwp1564
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    Super fun game, yet challenging some thing I end up having to google to figure out how to do. Very enjoyable must try!!
  5. Redpandox
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, great story, very interesting gameplay, great design. Definitely worth checking out.
  6. squirrelbait
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    I am writing this review on the game Bugsnax, and not based on its utilization of the PS5 hardware. While I do not believe that this game by any means even attempts to fully utilize the hardware available in this console, I am the type of gamer who is far more concerned with a game being good, then how great the graphics are. This game is a lot of fun for all ages and all types of gamer's.I am writing this review on the game Bugsnax, and not based on its utilization of the PS5 hardware. While I do not believe that this game by any means even attempts to fully utilize the hardware available in this console, I am the type of gamer who is far more concerned with a game being good, then how great the graphics are. This game is a lot of fun for all ages and all types of gamer's. When I first saw the trailer I expected one aspect of what this game is, a quest based game that has you hunting down and figuring out how to catch bugsnax's. What I did not expect was how hard the dev team worked to develop deep and personal backstories for all of its characters, in addition to an interesting and compelling story. The game play is fun, the story keeps you interested and it has that 90's cartoon thing going on where there are jokes made and messages sent that a younger person may not fully understand, but as an adult you catch and get a good laugh at. Overall as a free PS+ download this game is great and if your missing that window to get it free with PS+, it is still worth paying for.… Expand
  7. Albatrozzxx
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
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  8. MrSloth123
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    this is next gen people next gen has peaked! you should get this game if you have the money, its already a classic.
  9. hamohamo6
    Nov 27, 2020
    0
    the graphics. you know this is what it's really all about. this game has the best graphics since ballz 3d and that's saying something, ok? the only game in our generation that can stand up to this is probably pooplers 3d.
  10. Delfrig
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Great writing, amazing voice acting, lovable characters and engaging mechanics. At first I just wanted to know why the townspeople are begging you to transform them into freaks. Now I want to turn my legs into pretzels and live among the Grumbles.
  11. MaddenSucks211
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful, the 74 metascore is rigged. It's a cover-up for the XBOX 720 sudden dispair.
  12. MrFuffy
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Great graphics, fun gameplay, couldn't think of a better start for the ps5, kinda bug and kinda snack
  13. Misilolot
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I was waiting for years to try out Bugsnax, the long awaited GOTY 2020 and I'm not disappointed! The creators of the legendary Knack PS4 exclusive (which was THE console seller for the PS4 in my opinion) have delivered in every aspect of thr gameplay. In addition the perfect story with great character development is written and directed by Hideo Kojima! This is the real successor of DeathI was waiting for years to try out Bugsnax, the long awaited GOTY 2020 and I'm not disappointed! The creators of the legendary Knack PS4 exclusive (which was THE console seller for the PS4 in my opinion) have delivered in every aspect of thr gameplay. In addition the perfect story with great character development is written and directed by Hideo Kojima! This is the real successor of Death Stranding and thus the second strand type game ever! Dunkey approved too btw. ;D

    My only criticism to this game is the missleading marketing showing screens of the early beta, before Kojima and FromSoftware were engaged in this artwork. If the game would be better advertised, it would sell better than Minecraft!
    It's a 10/10 for the fame, for sure.    … Expand
  14. SodaLeo1980
    Nov 22, 2020
    3
    Extremely boring and dumb. Horrible graphics, no inovation, not even in using dual sense technology (as done in Astros Playroom, which I loved it).
  15. Reckneps
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Totally unexpected. Refreshing game. Good story, charming. The game is a good length too.
  16. EuropeGaming
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    I Loved This Game!!!!! Just finished it today. The Design is awesome!! I Loved all the characters
  17. Aldoxct6
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. De lo peor que he visto en cuanto a juegos para niños, ni siquiera se le acerca al slime rancher que lo hace mínimamente bien… Expand
  18. H-K
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    As the second game in its genre , Bugsnax has completely nailed it . Hideo Kojima has yet again surprised us with another masterpiece of a game . On face value this may seem like any other strand type game , but it's so much more.

    The voice acting is soo good and the story is hearth touching. The gameplay mechanic is pure fun . Also without any spoiles i'd say that this game really makes    As the second game in its genre , Bugsnax has completely nailed it . Hideo Kojima has yet again surprised us with another masterpiece of a game . On face value this may seem like any other strand type game , but it's so much more.

    The voice acting is soo good and the story is hearth touching. The gameplay mechanic is pure fun . Also without any spoiles i'd say that this game really makes u feel like batman. So if you've not played this game yet , what the hell are you doing with your life ?    … Expand
  19. Gaz
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Bugsnax is the true definition of a next-generation experience. Such a masterpiece in game design was only possible thanks to the power of the PS5. It's literally is incapable of existing on any other system, even NASA computers. That's how cutting edge it is. Bugsax drops you into one of the most immersive and jaw-dropping worlds I've ever seen. One where snacks are also bugs, but bugsBugsnax is the true definition of a next-generation experience. Such a masterpiece in game design was only possible thanks to the power of the PS5. It's literally is incapable of existing on any other system, even NASA computers. That's how cutting edge it is. Bugsax drops you into one of the most immersive and jaw-dropping worlds I've ever seen. One where snacks are also bugs, but bugs are also snacks. It's this dichotomy which shapes the entire experience, which deals in the complexities of the endless cycle of life and death. Bugsnax clearly draws strong thematic elements from other narrative-driven games like Bioshock and Hardcore Henry to craft its many wonders.

    Graphically, the game is a powerhouse. It literally has the most graphics out of every other game out there with graphics, which is to say a lot of games. My jaw hit the floor the moment I saw this game's opening until the moment I stopped playing. It was literally on the floor for so long that a dust bunny crawled into the back of my mouth and I experienced several minutes of coughing and had to pause the game to drink water. Only Bugsnax has ever provided this level of enhanced sensation from a video game. The immersion almost killed me. Incredible.

    Bugsnax, like Skyrim and Shaq-Fu before it, sucks you into its immersive world and doesn't let go. I remember starting Skyrim during the day and exiting long after the sun goes down with me not even feeling time passing. This game goes even further. Thanks to the PS5's processing capabilities which utilize Gatorade Nitrocide liquid quantum programing, I played Bugsnax for what felt like an hour, but the experience lasted for several years. I'm actually typing this review from 2023 aboard the SONY space colony, which is powered exclusively by thousands of copies of Bugsnax running on the PS5. This technology was deemed too powerful by all Earth governments to use on the planet's surface so it needed to be brought to space in order to remain legal under international law. Incredible.

    Bugsnax rewards the player by really making them FEEL like Batman. The bond you share with your Bugsnax friends in the game is akin to the Persona and Telltale franchises and mixes it with the creativity of Minecraft. You are free to bind with your Bugsnax compatriots as much as you like and I actually got emotional during a few of the sequences. The power of the PS5 trains your brain to view the Bugsnax with the same neurons that you view your own children with. I suffered horrible post-partum depression after shutting the game off due to the realization that my Bugsnax children would never be real. And I'm a man, so I shouldn't even know what that feels like. I may require serious therapy because of the immersion Bugsnax provides. Incredible.

    In conclusion, Bugsnax isn't so much of a game as it is a way of life. Sony have outdone themselves with both the PS5 and Bugsnax in a way that unfortunately spells the doom of the video game industry. Since there's never been a game as good at Bugsnax, nor will another game ever top it in the future, there will be literally no reason for anyone to not buy a PS5 and simply play Bugsnax until the day they die, which is, in a word, incredible.    … Expand
  20. HaloFever
    Nov 20, 2020
    9
    Kinda' bug and kinda' snack. If Cloudy with a Chance of Meatball had a baby with Pokemon, it would be Bugsnax.

    Usually I ding the gaming press for review inflation. They hand out 8 and 9 out of 10 to any game with a AAA budget. This is one of those rare moments when I ding them for underestimating the joy and wonder of a smaller indie title. The game has a "less is more" feeling to it.    Kinda' bug and kinda' snack. If Cloudy with a Chance of Meatball had a baby with Pokemon, it would be Bugsnax.

    Usually I ding the gaming press for review inflation. They hand out 8 and 9 out of 10 to any game with a AAA budget. This is one of those rare moments when I ding them for underestimating the joy and wonder of a smaller indie title. The game has a "less is more" feeling to it. In addition to spartan graphics, the game world is not at all bloated. My playthrough was a 13 hours to get a platinum trophy, which to be fair is twice the amount of time spent playing most Call of Duty campaigns.

    Like many PS5 buyers, I picked up Bugsnax for "free" with PS+ and it is one of my only true PS5 games. Other than short load times, I can also see this game as very playable on the PS4 or phones and tablets if Sony allows it. The concept is very familiar but also quite new. You catch Bugsnax but not in through and forget Pokeball or by sniping them from cover. The game gives you tools that work as a type of physics puzzle with no fixed solution. Sometimes the Bugsnax will knock each other out on their own and you can walk by and catch them. I love the open ended feel to the game mechanic. Except for a few instances, you can play your own way. While you are out in the wilderness, you can hear the Bugsnax call out with their names, like Pokemon, and the overall result is hilarious if you take a moment to enjoy it.

    The quests and side quests involve the odd Grumpuses. Unlike a human, a Grumpus has an enormous mouth hole and they toss the food straight into it. Feeding Grumpuses serves the purposes of missions but also fun. Their body parts will convert into Bugsnax and you can feed them however you want to transform them to your devious desires. This reminded me of the exploits in Skyrim that let you use the pickpocket skill to change an NPCs clothing. The character development and story progression are better than a game about Bugsnax might deserve.

    Just a side note for the SJW crowd: the Grumpus's on Snacktooth Island left the mainland because they felt marginalized by society. Marginalized Grumpuses may very well be different from you. This does not mean any agenda has been forced on you.

    Bugxsax is my 11th Platinum in a little of 6 years on PlayStation. This isn't because the Platinum is attainable. It is because I genuinely enjoyed the game. I hope Young Horses makes a sequel. I hope the sequel is just as simple and as charming as the original. I enjoy games that end. I enjoy one-off experiences. I enjoy smaller, cheaper games with new experiences. Sony really knows how to pick games.    … Expand
  21. titanplaysxyz
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    I expected great action from Bugsnax, and it delivers that handily. But I didn’t expect it to be a thrilling journey in which every aspect of it complements the others to form what is nothing short of a masterpiece. It offers rewards in both gameplay and knowledge of its lore that I treasured with each accomplishment. The obvious care that went into crafting its world, characters andI expected great action from Bugsnax, and it delivers that handily. But I didn’t expect it to be a thrilling journey in which every aspect of it complements the others to form what is nothing short of a masterpiece. It offers rewards in both gameplay and knowledge of its lore that I treasured with each accomplishment. The obvious care that went into crafting its world, characters and gameplay delivers by far the most stirring and memorable game of all time. Taking strides forward in nearly every way, the game feels like the culmination of everything that’s made Young Horses’ blockbuster storytelling so memorable since the original Octodad: Dadliest Catch. It delivers a layered, emotionally shattering story on top of stealth and action gameplay. Bugsnax joins the ranks of Uncharted, Killzone, God of War, Infamous, and more, but it actually bests them all. In short, Young Horses has crafted a game that impresses in virtually every way. Bugsnax is a masterpiece that is objectively the greatest video game ever made. You don't want to miss out on this experience.… Expand
  22. Sune
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Best game i've played in my life it's as hard as dark souls, and bloodier and gorier than the second world war. An easy 10 out of 10. But what i like the most is when you open up the game and the main characters head gets ripped off. But even the graphics are magnificent, and the ray tracing makes the blood look awesome. One of my favorite quests is "hide the bodies" where you have toBest game i've played in my life it's as hard as dark souls, and bloodier and gorier than the second world war. An easy 10 out of 10. But what i like the most is when you open up the game and the main characters head gets ripped off. But even the graphics are magnificent, and the ray tracing makes the blood look awesome. One of my favorite quests is "hide the bodies" where you have to hide a hundred different bodies in the gutter before the police finds out.… Expand
  23. Ight
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    The game was very buggy but it's like a ubisoft feature, it's bugsnax is there any other reason to buy it?
  24. criches13
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Such a fun game! Got for free with PS Plus, but definitely would have been happy to drop $25 on it.
  25. drnik
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    This game is fun for the whole family. Excellent graphics, tight controls, deep story.
  26. Carlosxd80
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    The game is amazing and entertaining what surprised me the most is that the history is not what it seems. Excellent game
  27. DivineDDT
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Game of the year right here. All I could have said if metacritic let me write a one line review
  28. WizardBird
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    This is very easily the best game to every exist. I mean do I even have to say anything? It's kinda bug, and kinda snack. Who comes up with this stuff.
  29. whyidont
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Bugsnax GOTY, move over Knack 2. 10/10. Love game. Catch the BUGSNAX GOTY AY
  30. LucaCritics
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    BUGSNAX Review: 7.5/10
    Tried it thanks to PS Plus! It has his own identity and performances are top notch. Meeting these different characters it's what made it interested to collect and catch as many Bugsnax as I could.
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#19 Best PlayStation 5 Game of 2020
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#9 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2020

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. PLAY
    Jun 22, 2022
    80
    A perfectly portioned final course. Just as witty as everything that came before, with plenty more to chew on. Sometimes bigger really is just better. [Issue#15, p.82]
  2. Gaming Age
    Jan 4, 2021
    83
    It’s just a shame that the core gameplay here is so dull. Everything else in Bugsnax would make it a strong GOTY contender, but the sheer repetitiveness of the game’s main task drags it all down. Still, given how high the rest of the game flies, there’s only so far down it can go — and as it stands, that still means you’re left with one heck of a game.
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  3. GameCritics
    Dec 14, 2020
    90
    Bugsnax leans heavily on the unique nature of its titular creatures, and it succeeds by doing so. They’re cute, they’re creepy, and their existence makes no logical sense whatsoever. Armed with a bit of design this indelible, the developers could have phoned in the rest and raked in the merchandising money. Instead, they fully committed to delivering a narrative worthy of the creatures starring in it. It was a risky choice, but it was also a daring and clever one, and that’s exactly what it wants to be.
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