Summary
"Bastard Bonds is a mature, fast-paced tactical RPG with high-end pixel art and in-depth character customization, including built-in sprite mod support. Featuring more than 200 in-game locations, more than 1000 character sprites, an all-original soundtrack, and 40+ hours of gameplay."
Storyline
"Justice has failed. The criminal, the deranged, the inconvenient, and the uncomfortable; all are cast across the sea to the greedy island of Lukatt, whose shores let nothing slip free. Whether sinner or saint, you are one of these outcasts, and it is there, in a dark cell on the cold shore of that island, where you will finally cut fate's throat and take control of your own future.
Gather a band of the criminal and the forgotten, forgive their transgressions or ostracize them, use them as workhorses or nurture their trust, slaughter your enemies or spare them, release the conquered or press them into service. Find a way to escape the inescapable, or find a way to bend it to your will."
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Bastard Bonds Reviews & Ratings
Given the subject matter (super gay) the writing is so well done. Often in games like this, the writing is really campy and not subtle in evenGiven the subject matter (super gay) the writing is so well done. Often in games like this, the writing is really campy and not subtle in even the most remote sense. However, the dialogue and writing here is top notch. The unique characters have their own motivations and aren't just stereotypical archetypes. There's one time where a random character is unsure what to do because his buddy "wants to lay with ". If executed poorly, this whole interaction would have been eyeroll inducing but, again, the character wasn't a gay stereotype.Regarding the artwork, you can really see the love that was put into it, both sprites and character art alike. Yes, there is some nudity but it's not shoehorned in there. Rather, most of it is organic to what would be expected in "real world" situations. I mean, a poor goblin isn't going to have full plate armor. Either way, it's pixel art so it's not like your going to be playing then SUDDENLY WANG ((*cough* dante's inferno *cough*)).My biggest complaint with the game is that the enemy AI isn't all that smart and it doesn't really differ from character to character. Once you play for a little while, you know how to lead enemies where you want. Doesn't take a tactician to figure out enemy movements. Also, another little complaint is that there are so many map locations that some can feel like busywork, but that's thankfully uncommon enough to not be much of a bother.Other than that, there are so many little things that make the game really fun. You have strongholds that you build up with more characters, the level up and skill system is unique (and requires a little bit of math), the map is expansive, and there's a good amount of lore to be found in all the little nooks and crannies of the various locations.Yes, this is a gay themed game, but I really don't think that should deter anyone. This is an overall fun game that I see myself replaying in the future and would highly recommend for rpg and tactics fans of any kind.
| Release Date | April 29, 2016 |
| Publisher | Bigfingers |
| Game Modes | Single player |
| Player Perspectives | Bird view / Isometric |
| Genres | Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Tactical, Indie |
| Themes | Fantasy |
| Platforms | PC (Microsoft Windows) |
