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Bear With Me

Jul 09, 2019 7 years ago
Type Base game 2016 Genres AdventureIndiePoint-and-click Companies Exordium Games · Publisher Follow Log in to follow

Bear With Me is an episodic noir adventure game. Amber is trying to find her missing brother while being aided by her trusty teddy, Ted E. Bear. Being haunted by nightmares, Amber wakes up in the middle of the night only to find out that her brother Flint is missing. She seeks help from her trusted teddy, Ted E. Bear, a retired grumpy old detective. The dynamic duo sets out to hunt for clues and interrogate all the witnesses and suspects unaware of the dangers that recently started happening to residents of Paper City. The plot thickens as a mysterious "red man" has been seen starting fires around Paper City and looking for little miss Amber.

What it’s like

Bear With Me offers a nostalgic return to the golden age of point-and-click adventures, wrapped in a charming noir aesthetic featuring anthropomorphic animals and robots. You play as Amber, a young protagonist aided by her grumpy teddy bear detective partner, Ted E. Bear, as they navigate the mysterious Paper City to find her missing brother. The experience is defined by its strong narrative voice and witty dialogue, capturing the classic LucasArts formula of humor mixed with mystery. While the gameplay relies on traditional inventory puzzles and environmental exploration rather than complex mechanics, the craft shines in its atmospheric world-building and polished presentation. The episodic structure allows for a steady unfolding of clues, supported by high-quality voice acting that brings the quirky cast to life. It is a love letter to detective fiction, prioritizing story delivery and character dynamics over mechanical depth.

Strong in Atmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCharactersPolish / PerformanceStory / NarrativeVisuals / ArtWriting / Dialogue

Keep in mind The puzzle design can feel dated or overly linear for players seeking modern innovation or significant challenge. The episodic format may disrupt immersion if played without the full collection, and the lack of complex mechanics might bore those looking for deep systems rather than narrative focus.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
Linux Worldwide Full release Aug 08, 201610 years ago
Mac Worldwide Full release Aug 08, 201610 years ago
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Aug 08, 201610 years ago
Nintendo Switch Worldwide Full release Jul 09, 20197 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Jul 09, 20197 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release Jul 09, 20197 years ago

Reviews

72Critics · 3 80Players · 15

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