User blog:TheFazDude/Fan Game Reviews 33: Bubba's Diner

After two months of hiatus, Fan Game Reviews is back! This time, we're taking a look at Bubba's Diner by FreakyGames. And no, despite the similar names, FreakyGames and I are NOT the same person.

Just to clarify, I'm reviewing the GameJolt version of this game and not the Scratch version. I've played the Scratch version, but I don't remember much of it. Anyway, without any further ado, let's start the review!

Story: 7/10
You're working at a diner, the animatronics try to kill you, nothing special.

Gameplay: 6/10
Bubba's Diner plays similarly to Sister Location. You have to run around and do tasks to pass each night. While I don't have any strong opinions on SL-style gameplay, this game does it all wrong.

First off, there's no animation for movement, so it's like you're clicking through a slideshow most of the time. Also, unlike SL, there's not usually a "HandUnit" to guide you through, just the usual Phone Guy at the start of the night. This can lead to being unable to remember what you're supposed to do in some scenarios.

One final problem I want to note is that the game doesn't stop you from wandering into unused areas. Therefore, you can actually get lost. In SL, you're usually restricted to one path, making it nearly impossible to get stuck. That's not the case here.

In summary, there's a lot that could have been worse, but there's also a lot that could have been better.

Graphics: 7/10
The graphics aren't awful, but there's something... off about them. As I mentioned earlier, there's not much animation, except for the jumpscares and ocassional animatronic movement. The athmosphere isn't very scary at all; it's very bright and colorful. Again: could be worse, could be better.

Audio: 6/10
The game doesn't have much audio: just extras music, menu music, credits, and the 6 AM jingle. The tracks aren't awful, but they aren't very memorable.

Replay Value: 4/10
There's basically no replay value. No sixth night and a lackluster Extras menu.

Grand Total: 30/50 (60) (D)
This game just BARELY passed. The game isn't god-awful, it's just very mediocre. I think the majority of my frusturations with this game come from the fact that I was really excited for the game. I loved the Bubba's Diner series on Scratch, and I expected this version to be better, given the more powerful engine. However, all I got was disappointment. Try this out if you want, but don't expect anything special.

With the first FGR of 2018 complete, I'd like to wish you a happy Valentine's Day, and until next time, stay grand!