Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back
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About Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back
Bubsy: The Woolies Strike Back arrives from developer Black Forest Games as a direct sequel to the chaotic 90s classic. Released on October 31, 2017, this title lets players control the wisecracking bobcat across various global locations. You play through single player levels on PlayStation 4 and PC with the goal of finding the Golden Fleece. The game forces Bubsy to dodge a battalion of alien Woolies while facing off against UFO bosses in exotic settings. It relies heavily on the character's trademark attitude, featuring over one hundred new lines of dialogue to keep the tone consistent with previous entries.
Gameplay
The core loop involves running rightward through 2D side-scrolling stages filled with platforms and enemies. You perform classic moves like the roll attack and wall jump while avoiding spikes and Woolies. New mechanics include specific attacks designed to handle the gnarly UFO bosses that appear at level ends. A typical session involves navigating tight jumps, collecting items, and managing health as you progress. Controls feel standard for the genre with directional inputs mapped to running, jumping, and attacking actions. The pace remains frantic, demanding quick reflexes to survive the barrage of projectiles and enemy attacks in each zone.
What Players Think
Reception has been lukewarm at best. IGDB lists a score of 29.7 out of 100 based on only 12 ratings, indicating strong skepticism among early players. PlayPile data shows an average completion rate well below most modern platformers, with many users stopping after the first few hours. Average playtime sits around six hours for those who finish the campaign. Community moods reflect frustration with repetitive level design and technical issues rather than genuine enjoyment. Review snippets frequently mention outdated graphics and clunky controls as major deterrents. The low price point of $15.49 on Green Man Gaming suggests it is a budget purchase only for die-hard collectors willing to tolerate the flaws.
PlayPile's Take
This game is strictly for people who need to complete their Bubsy collection or enjoy retro failures as curiosities. At its current cheapest price, it offers little value for new players seeking a polished experience. The achievement list is minimal, and few players seem to finish the full campaign. You will encounter outdated physics and repetitive boss fights that drain patience quickly. Skip this one unless you have a specific need to own every entry in the franchise. It remains a niche product that fails to meet basic modern platforming standards.
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Single player
IGDB Rating
29.7
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