Bendy and the Ink Machine (2017)

Joey Drew Studios, Rooster Teeth Games, TheMeatly Games, Ltd.

Main
5
hours
Main + Extra
7
hours
Platinum
12
hours

Bendy and the Ink Machine is an indie first person puzzle-action-horror game with a unique cartoon atmosphere and an intense, frightening story line that keeps you guessing throughout.

About the story

Play as Henry as he revisits the demons of his past by exploring the abandoned animator's workshop of Joey Drew Studios. With twists and turns around every corner, "Bendy and the Ink Machine" is sure to thrill you... and decimate your childhood. You'll never look at cartoons the same way again.

Platforms

iOS Linux Mac Switch PC PS4 XONE

Genres

Adventure Indie Puzzle Strategy

Themes

Action Horror Survival

Languages: English and 11 more

Interface Audio Subtitles
English
French
Italian
German
Spanish (Spain)
Japanese
Portuguese (Brazil)
Russian
Chinese (Simplified)
Korean
Portuguese (Portugal)
Chinese (Traditional)

Critic Reviews

SwitchRPG

By Timothy Taylor

75

At the end of the day there is something to appreciate about a game that makes it feel OK for kids to play through a creepy story. Bendy and the Ink Machine manages to provide “PG-13 horror” in a game that I’ve never seen done before previously. If you’re in search of a game that you can play with the kids that isn’t within the realm of a party game or a fighter, Bendy could very well be the story for you, if you can get past the very obvious Bioshock comparisons and the couple of irritating bugs within.

04 Jan, 2019
Nintendo Insider

By Jamie Ward

60

Bendy and the Ink Machine is a very intriguing game. It has an incredible visual style that is unique and certainly has some good horror elements going for it, but it, unfortunately, lets itself down in other areas. Straightforward puzzles, unwanted fetch quests and a clunky combat system really hurt the enjoyment in a big way. However, it is an interesting take on the horror genre and can still be thoroughly enjoyable in the right hands. I do think little more time in the oven was needed.

25 Dec, 2018
Worth Playing

By Fran Soto

95

Despite the gameplay issues, Bendy and the Ink Machine is a fun and creative survival-horror title. Its excellent graphical design and tense atmosphere create a solid backdrop for horrifying shenanigans. An intriguing story motivates players to keep going and find out what's happening next. Bendy delivers fun, and it delivers scares with a tasteful "less is more" formula that builds up the horror as we go. Unique puzzles and collectibles encourage exploration and advance the story to keep players engaged. It's an unorthodox type of horror game, but Bendy and the Ink Machine utilizes two opposite genres that complement each other to create a solid title. The use of cartoon characters in a horror atmosphere blends the purity of animated characters with the terrifying ideals of a scientist gone mad. As we progress, we learn sad truths behind the animation team that led to the spiraling downfall of innocent people. Bendy and the Ink Machine may be a sleeper hit, but it's worth any survival-horror fan's time.

21 Dec, 2018
PowerUp!

By Ryan Rivetz

70

For its flaws, Bendy and the Ink Machine has an equal amount of triumphs

13 Dec, 2018
Electric Bento

By Nicholas Morine

81

While at first glance the game may seem like it's targeted at children, this does not encapsulate the full experience, and the game is appropriate for adults as well.

12 Dec, 2018

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