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Is Bad School Boy worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Players who enjoy classroom-themed puzzle-shooting games
- Fans of pixel-art games with exam-based challenges
- Players who want a short game loop built around throwing objects and avoiding teacher detection
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking broad exploration or complex combat may find the classroom setting and throwing mechanic limited in scope.
- Players looking for varied gameplay across many systems may find the core loop repetitive.
- Players who prefer realistic school simulations may not suit the game's cheating-focused premise.
Our take on Bad School Boy
The multi-year structure receives attention, but it is explicitly described as part of the planned final version. The currently described loop centers on throwing paper balls, avoiding the teacher, earning attacks, and taking tests.
What is Bad School Boy?
Bad School Boy is a puzzle-shooting game set in school.
Players throw paper balls at classmates to obtain answers for tests while trying not to be caught by the teacher. Causing trouble in class earns new special attacks that can be used during exams. Failing exams can lead to expulsion from school. The game features handmade pixel-art graphics. The vendor plans a final version spanning 4 or 5 years, with 12 lessons and 12 tests in each year.
How Bad School Boy plays
- 01Paper Ball Attacks
- Hitting classmates with thrown paper balls provides answers for tests.
- 02Teacher Detection
- Classroom disruptions must be carried out without the teacher catching the player.
- 03Special Attacks
- Causing trouble during class earns attacks for use during exams.
- 04Pixel-Art Graphics
- The game uses handmade pixel-art visuals.
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Bad School Boy: platforms & release
Is Bad School Boy worth it?
It is worth it if: players who enjoy classroom-themed puzzle-shooting games. Skip it if: players seeking broad exploration or complex combat may find the classroom setting and throwing mechanic limited in scope.
Where can I download Bad School Boy?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Bad School Boy's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Bad School Boy on?
Windows only.
