Bee Simulator

Bee Simulator

November 12, 2019

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See the world through the eyes of a bee! Explore a world inspired by Central Park where you can take part in bee races, collect pollen from rare flowers and defy dangerous wasps. Play with friends or family in three game modes, including co-op and PvP on split screen. The …

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Alex Everatt COGconnected Nov 2019
76.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Bee Simulator does a very good job of conveying the life of a bee while adding in enough gameplay elements to make it qualify as a game"

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Andrew Pierce Impulsegamer Nov 2019
50.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

25.0

Story

20.0

"It wants so badly to be an educational game while being an actual game at the same time, and it never manages to make both elements work."

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Ben Ledsham AbsoluteXbox Nov 2019
76.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

45.0

"Overall, I had a pleasantly surprising experience with Bee Simulator. I enjoyed the tone of the game, the art style and the depth to the level design. I liked being able to explore a world from a different perspective, investigating …"

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Branislav Kohút SECTOR.sk Nov 2019
60.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

70.0

"Good educational product but short and trivial game with low content and poor gameplay. At least there is split-screen multiplayer with four bees."

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Chris Bowman GameSpace Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

80.0

"Overall, my experience with Bee Simulator has been very positive. As someone whose father owns bees, it was cool to see things from the inside of the hive. Flying around and see things from a bee&s;s perspective was also a …"

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Dominick Ashtear Nintendo Enthusiast Nov 2019
85.0 /100

"Bee Simulator on the Nintendo Switch is a unique game experience that combines educational messages, fun mechanics, and a ton of bee puns."

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Dominic Sheard DarkZero Nov 2019
40.0 /100

Graphics

20.0

Gameplay

15.0

Story

30.0

"The premise for Bee Simulator is good, and I like the idea of doing education through video games in such a uniquely refreshing way, but the execution here has problems."

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Ed Fetahovic Checkpoint Gaming Nov 2019
65.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

60.0

"Bee Simulator’s visually stunning scenes should undoubtedly be appreciated. Whilst more effort could have been made to make the game more dynamic and exciting, I can’t deny the game succeeds in providing an interactive education system that would be a …"

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Geoffrey Tim Critical Hit Nov 2019
45.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

35.0

Story

20.0

"Bee Simulator is more of a kids action game than it is a simulator. While it has an undeniable charm, it&s;s short, repetitive to a fault and feels like it&s;s been hastily cobbled together."

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Greg Bargas PC Invasion Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

40.0

"Bee Simulator completely nails the fluidity and speed of bee flight. This is a great tool to have when exploring the world within the game. It isn&s;t a true simulation title. Rather, it throws in a story and collectibles for …"

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Holly Hudspeth GamingTrend Nov 2019
50.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

20.0

"While I definitely appreciate the hard work that went into making this game, and the cute, fun graphics, this just isn&s;t something I can see myself picking up again and playing, though I do believe this could be a fun …"

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Jason Brown Nintendo Life Nov 2019
50.0 /100

Graphics

40.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

35.0

"Bee Simulator is a surprisingly thoughtful game with bags of charm to spare, a wonderful soundtrack and a reasonably detailed world to explore. However, the experience is seriously soured by the sensitive controls, along with the punishing – and very …"

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Jason Stettner Gamerheadquarters Nov 2019
68.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

80.0

"Bee Simulator delivers a fairly lengthy, and generally well done game that aims to provide educational elements to your journey."

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Jennifer Locke Windows Central Nov 2019
50.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

50.0

"Bee Simulator is fun for a short time, but won&s;t keep people&s;s attention for long. Its charm can&s;t save it from boredom. When you throw in the price tag, it&s;s tough to recommend."

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John-Paul Jones PlayStation Universe Nov 2019
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

68.0

"Though simplistic and lacking in some variety, Bee Simulator is a great introduction to open-world games that everybody can enjoy and is also a towering celebration of Mother Nature&s;s most vital workforce."

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80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

62.0

"Through a direct handling of a honey bee, Varsav proposes us a funny and very nice adventure, inside a realistic world full of humans and other animals. The Bee Simulator is a special experience. To the beehive, to our Queen …"

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Justin Celani Saving Content Nov 2019
60.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

65.0

"The best part about Bee Simulator is just how unique of a concept it is. The game has a definite sense of style and by that I mean, it feels like the player is truly in the world we know …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Nov 2019
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

63.0

"Blending together elements of flying games, exploration, some mini game action, and perhaps a bit of overly-aggressive environmentalist themes Bee Simulator is a unique experience..."

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Kamil Kościelniak Gamerweb.pl Nov 2019
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

70.0

"Magnificient music and quite nice gameplay. First of all, a great educational game for children, but also older players can have fun."

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Kieron Verbrugge WellPlayed Nov 2019
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

72.0

"Calling it a simulator is a stretch, but this relaxed and friendly adventure does a great job at showcasing just how great bees are"

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Kim Snaith GameSpew Nov 2019
60.0 /100

"Providing you’re not expecting too much from Bee Simulator, you’ll have a good time with the game."

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Kirk Hiner Pure Nintendo Nov 2019
60.0 /100

Graphics

45.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

35.0

"Bee Simulator&s;s flying mechanics will frustrate younger gamers, and its grade-school level presentation will turn away adults. If you&s;re able to find some happy ground between the two of them, however, it&s;s a thoughtful, educational, and fun way to live …"

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Kyle Bell Game Freaks 365 Nov 2019
50.0 /100

"This is a good game for curious kids who want to learn about nature. Adults will get bored after a while."

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Lee Mehr VGChartz Nov 2019
30.0 /100

"Whether it’s in respect to the repetitive gameplay structure, unsatisfying flight controls, or deflating brevity, there’s really no reason to see what the buzz is about. Bee Simulator is a well-meaning edutainment game but its honeymoon period is gone at …"

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Leslie Peters XGN.nl Nov 2019
60.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"Bee Simulator could&s;ve been something special if it had more variety in the missions and a world that didn&s;t feel so empty. With a lack of both the game just feels a bit boring at times. The game is beautiful …"

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50.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

55.0

"Only children are likely to find Bee Simulator an enjoyable experience as it offers very little value for money with its short campaign, lack of stimulating challenges, and repetitive gameplay."

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Philip Brook Thumb Culture Nov 2019
40.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

35.0

Story

20.0

"Bee Simulator is a massive disappointment. I was charmed and intrigued by the trailer but the gameplay is extremely repetitive. As nice as the world is the developers haven’t managed to make traversing it feel fun. A child might find …"

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René Blanárik SomHráč.sk Nov 2019
60.0 /100
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Rob Pitt GamePitt Nov 2019
70.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"Despite not technically being a ‘simulation’ game, Bee Simulator is a fun edutainment title which was enjoyable to play through. Although there are many side-quests to complete once you’ve finished the main story, there are only a few mini-game formats …"

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Stephen Tailby Push Square Nov 2019
40.0 /100

Graphics

25.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

40.0

"As a game, Bee Simulator isn&s;t all that enjoyable, but its heart is in the right place."

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Steve Farrelly AusGamers Nov 2019
69.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

30.0

"You&s;ll even get trapped in spider webs and have to play a mini game in order to escape lest you be wrapped up as a meal for another day."

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Ulisses Domingues Squared Potato Nov 2019
70.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

10.0

Story

5.0

"Bee Simulator bears the markings of a fun action game, as well as of an educational experience. With its myriad of information about bees and an enjoyable, relaxing gameplay that will be welcomed by both children and adults, Bee Simulator …"

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