Bugsnax

 PlayStation 5
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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. Skimaskgamer
    Nov 13, 2020
    9
    Pretty fun downtime game or maybe family game enjoyed trapping some of the wild and unique BugSnaxs! And since i got it for free with PS+ even better !
  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. steel_balding
    Nov 16, 2020
    9
    I apologize in advance for the quality of the translation because I am not a full-fledged native English speaker. The game aroused my attention because the development was carried out by the studio of a pretty good indie project "Octodad." This is quite a very, very bold decision on the part of the developers, because before that their projects were indie, and now full game, but 6+
  4. nandika
    Mar 7, 2021
    6
    At first it seems really psychedelic, but then it gets stuck between a kid's game and something for adults. While wanting to be both of those, it becomes neither. And there's too much f***ing propaganda in video games now, as well.
  5. Gyns23
    Dec 27, 2020
    5
    Its a boring game, but at least its short to complete and I played it for "free" with PS plus. I give a 5 because I think developers put a lot of love and charisma on this game.
  6. 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.
  7. lewis1992
    Feb 15, 2021
    4
    Certainly unique, but absolutely RIDDLED with bugs and glitches, even months after launch. Expect to see NPCs suddenly "vanish" and need to repeat certain side-quests. Also disappointing to see the world split up into TINY 'levels' which long loading times between each - not what I'd expect from a PS5 game.
  8. cweedfor20
    Aug 22, 2022
    6
    Has the "gotta catch em all" appeal for the first couple of hours, then becomes quite repetitive. My favourite part was changing the Grumpus' body parts to see the different designs. Storyline was quite interesting considering this comes across as a children's game at first glance. Would not have bought this game if it wasn't free on PS Plus, but can appreciate it for what it is.
  9. djsponge10
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    Very fun game it turns from a hilarious and fun game to a serious and edge on your seat game lots of unexpected twists 100% need to try
  10. ioio32l
    Jul 31, 2021
    2
    I allowed my niece to play this game for 30 minutes since it was rated E, but then the game started with the homosexual agenda brainwashing. Got a refund right away, looked further into it. This is not a game for kids. There is even a scene where a character tries to commit suicide.
  11. Xvatch
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    Miyazaki's most ambitious title ever released, a completely new level in the souls-series which is a gaming marvel. Fans have waited so long on Bugsnax after a year and a half of no news nearly at all since the trailer in 2019. Hollowing fully, and questioning if the game even exists. It is a surreal experience for the community. But the surreality is in the game itself and with howMiyazaki's most ambitious title ever released, a completely new level in the souls-series which is a gaming marvel. Fans have waited so long on Bugsnax after a year and a half of no news nearly at all since the trailer in 2019. Hollowing fully, and questioning if the game even exists. It is a surreal experience for the community. But the surreality is in the game itself and with how incredible it is with the collaboration of legendary author George RR Martin. The voice acting, theme and script is incredible and on-par with any massive, legendary title. Fromsoft have taken a whole new initiative in an open-world with wandering bosses, politics, economy and covenant controlled regions or areas. In the verticality, brutality and atmospherics of the souls identity still masterfully in place. 330 hours in, and still feel like so much to do. They have absolutely won GOTY. Combat has sword play like Ghost of Tsushima but with heavier oof similarly to Dark Souls 1, but with Bloodborne's ferocity, axe-play like God of War and some of Sekiro's deflecting mechanics! Ooooh some of the best movement mechanics I have ever seen too. All the souls titles have seemed to come together and create the most in-depth game From has put out. Boss design is phenomenal and have carried on this the innovative, bizzare/horrifying and monstrous concepts. Some bosses wander well outside their 'scripted' locations and have very intelligent AI which is often terrifying. Such as rare behaviours where a boss climbs away and ambushes you later in an inconspicuous place. Most compelling is the illusive Glaive Master Hodir, the fights, mostly this one. Reduced me to tears, no film, nor game has ever done this to me.… Expand
  12. 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
  13. Xolt3c
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    I really love the story. You actually feel the Grumpuses are real and the puzzle adventure mechanics in this game are well-executed. No wonder why Cyberpunk 2077 delayed their game. Most likely because of this game.
  14. WackoDaSniper
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    I am unworthy..............................................................
  15. Hood_Classics
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    This is a certified hood classic. ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎This is a certified hood classic. ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎ ‏‏‎
  16. EtoZheAlexis
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    JUST GOT MY PS5 CONSOLE AND DECIDED TO UPLOAD THE FIRST NEXT-GENERATION GAME. And Bugsnax is a perfect game to check out new features of PS5 like 4k/60fps and ray-tracing.
    Played about 4 hours by now and the gameplay is **** FREAKING SO FAR!!1 ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU PLAY AS A STRAWBERRY. Haven't seen something like that in ages. Everyone should buy a PS5 to feel these emotions on their    JUST GOT MY PS5 CONSOLE AND DECIDED TO UPLOAD THE FIRST NEXT-GENERATION GAME. And Bugsnax is a perfect game to check out new features of PS5 like 4k/60fps and ray-tracing.
    Played about 4 hours by now and the gameplay is **** FREAKING SO FAR!!1 ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU PLAY AS A STRAWBERRY. Haven't seen something like that in ages. Everyone should buy a PS5 to feel these emotions on their fingertips (or buy a PC and upload it from EGS).
    A real AAA game - Awesome-Amazing-Astonishing.
    Total 10/10, no, I say 12/10, the Witcher from adventure genre.
    Special thanks to Young Horses and, especially, to SONY - really looking forward to what's coming up next in this generation.    … Expand
  17. Jonas-san
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Un véritable OVNI auquel au prend rapidement goût (addictif). Visuellement tout mignon et original dans son gameplay.
  18. 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
  19. Tim3warp3r
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Bugsnax makes you feel like a delicious snack. It's a game I could not put down because the combat is so good. The world is fun to explore and the stories it has to tell are rich and compelling. And I’m already anxiously awaiting a sequel. Definitely the best souls-like game on the market.
  20. fTHEBOTSALYER-1
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    This game is the best I have tried incredible graphics and gameplay this is the dark souls of pokemon games 10/10 IGN
  21. SuburbanSk
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Do I even have to say it, Bugsnax is a masterpiece, the only game too stand up to its level was Knack, and Bugsnax has become goty.
  22. rafaa
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Amazing game, shows off the power of next-gen. Deep and complex story about bugs that are snacks
  23. 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
  24. 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.
  25. hello_it_is_me
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Bugsnax game of the year, game of the year bugsnax, only ps5 game that matters bugsnax 10/10
  26. SPARKisnumber1
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Fantastic Game, I loved the voice acting and I got a huge carrot for helping Mr. Mayor
  27. Sprixy
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Game of the year right here, best game Ive ever played. The rest of this is all filler.
  28. KeithMyAxe
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Game of the year no question about it. Dont hate, just let it happen. Embrace the truth.
  29. Coolguymike
    Nov 16, 2020
    8
    I came into the game with an expectation that this was this generation's Knack, but I was honestly surprised. It's a nice relaxing game obviously marketed towards kids, but the characters are endearing to me and keeps me interested in the story. The mechanic of catching bugsnax is a bit janky, but for the most part, not bad. Also, the inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters and couples, withoutI came into the game with an expectation that this was this generation's Knack, but I was honestly surprised. It's a nice relaxing game obviously marketed towards kids, but the characters are endearing to me and keeps me interested in the story. The mechanic of catching bugsnax is a bit janky, but for the most part, not bad. Also, the inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters and couples, without making a huge deal out of it, is so nice to see normalized.… Expand
  30. MaddenSucks211
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful, the 74 metascore is rigged. It's a cover-up for the XBOX 720 sudden dispair.
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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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