Bulby - Diamond Course

[h1] Pretty much golf game, but instead ball roll some quirky looking creature. Better solution - play Kirby. [/h1]

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Launches on my secondary monitor instead of the primary, with no way to switch - only game I've ever seen do this. You use the arrows keys to move instead of WASD, with no way to rebind theme. You're dropped into what I presume is an overworld map with no explanation of what is happening or controls. Seemingly every level requires diamonds to enter. Didn't even get to trying the game... no thanks.

Bulby – Diamond Course, developed by Rafael Senne and published by Paperdog Games, is a bright and energetic 3D platformer that pays tribute to the colorful, collectathon-style adventures of the late ’90s and early 2000s. It tells a simple story of Bulby, a cheerful protagonist embarking on a quest to recover stolen diamonds from Princess Natasha, but narrative depth isn’t its focus. Instead, the game builds itself around pure platforming mechanics, exploration, and level creation. It feels like a passion project that aims to recapture the spirit of games like Super Mario 64 or Banjo-Kazooie, but on a smaller, indie scale, mixing nostalgia with a few modern twists. At its core, Bulby – Diamond Course revolves around precise movement, exploration, and a steady rhythm of collecting items while navigating tricky terrain. The controls are fluid enough to allow for freedom of movement, though the sense of weight and momentum can take a little getting used to. Jumps feel slightly floaty at times, and the camera—an inevitable challenge for smaller 3D platformers—occasionally struggles to keep up in tighter environments. Despite these minor setbacks, the gameplay loop is satisfying. Level…

Boy oh boy where do I even begin. Bulby... honey, my pookie bear. I have loved you ever since I first laid eyes on you. The way you drive into the hole and strike through your enemies. Your silky smooth touch around the rim, and that gorgeous jump in shot. I would do anything for you. I wish it were possible to leave my computer up all day so I would never have to watch you leave my screen. I love you pookie bear, my glorious king, Bulby.☺️♥️

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