Bee Simulator

Released

Release Date: November 14, 2019

Arcade, TPP, Educational, For 2 Players, Polish, Animals, Co-op, Action Adventure, Splitscreen, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, Multiplayer, Singleplayer

An original arcade and adventure game, allowing us to control a bee living in a large metropolis. While having fun, we carry out missions in which we help our swarm to survive in the city park. The title contains educational elements and also has several game modes, including a cooperative game.

5.8

OpenCritic

7.4

Steam

3.8

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Plot
Mechanics
Game modes
Technical aspects

Bee Simulator is an original arcade and adventure production, which has been enriched with educational elements. We play as a bee. VARSAV Game Studios studio in Warsaw is responsible for creating the game. Besides games, the team also deals with industry consulting and developing VR technologies.

Plot

Bee Simulator takes place in a vast park in the heart of a metropolis, modeled on the famous New York Central Park. We play as an ordinary worker bee. Our task is to help the swarm in building a colony, which is threatened by people planning to cut down the tree with the beehive. The brave insect receives orders from the queen herself and begins a mission, which is the first step on the way to save its family.

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Mechanics

Bee Simulator is an arcade game in which we can freely control the bee and explore a large map depicting an urban park. The action is presented from the third-person perspective. The controls have been simplified so that even inexperienced players can cope with moving in 3D space. The production was created with children and their parents in mind. The game contains many educational elements thanks to which players can learn more about the customs and biology of bees.

During the game, we have a unique opportunity to see the world from the perspective of an insect. The queen orders us to take part in many activities such as racing, collecting pollen and dancing in the air. We can also interact with the environment, including people, animals, and other insects. From time to time, we are forced to use our sting to defend ourselves against aggressors such as wasps.

Game modes

The developers have prepared three game modes. The first is a campaign in which we get to know the next chapters of the history of our beehive and we are led by the hand when the game introduces us to the new mechanics of the game. Exploration mode allows us to freely explore the map of the world without focusing on the story campaign. The last variant of the game is a multiplayer mode, in which we can play on a shared screen or online. The participants of the game are transferred to a completely new map, prepared for their possible cooperation or competition.

Technical aspects

Bee Simulator offers realistic three-dimensional graphics. The music in the game was composed by Mikolaj Stroinski, who previously worked on, among others, Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and The Vanishing of Ethan Carter.

Platforms:

PC Windows

PlayStation 4

Xbox One

Nintendo Switch

Developer: Varsav Game Studios

Publisher: Nacon / Bigben Interactive

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Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Bee Simulator Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-2300 2.8 GHz / AMD FX-4350 4.2 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 550 Ti / Radeon HD 5770 or better, 10 GB HDD, Windows 7.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-3470 3.2 GHz / AMD FX-6300 3.5 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7870 or better, 10 GB HDD, Windows 7.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Bee Simulator Video Game.

5.8

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 14% of Critics. There are 38 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

AusGamers: 6.9 / 10 by Steve Farrelly

You'll even get trapped in spider webs and have to play a mini game in order to escape lest you be wrapped up as a meal for another day.

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Impulsegamer: 2.5 / 5 by Andrew Pierce

It wants so badly to be an educational game while being an actual game at the same time, and it never manages to make both elements work.

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GameSpace: 8 / 10 by Chris Bowman

Overall, my experience with Bee Simulator has been very positive. As someone whose father owns bees, it was cool to see things from the inside of the hive. Flying around and see things from a bee's perspective was also a very cool thing to play out. The game is available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC for $39.99 USD.

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74%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Mostly Positive (1,351)

STEAM

User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Educational Value: Many users appreciate the game's informative content about bees and their role in the ecosystem, making it a great educational tool for children and families.
Charming Atmosphere: The game features beautiful graphics and a colorful, relaxing environment that captures the essence of being a bee.
Family-Friendly: The game is designed for a younger audience, with simple controls and engaging gameplay that is suitable for kids.
Fun Gameplay: Players enjoy the various activities, including collecting pollen, exploring nature, and completing challenges, which provide a sense of adventure.
Multiplayer Options: The game includes co-op and PvP modes, allowing players to enjoy it with friends and family.

The main cons of the game

Short Gameplay: Many reviews mention that the main story is quite short, typically taking only 3-5 hours to complete, which leaves some players wanting more content.
Repetitive Tasks: Users have noted that the gameplay can become monotonous due to repetitive tasks and simple mechanics, making it less engaging over time.
Control Issues: Some players found the controls to be imprecise or overly sensitive, which can detract from the overall experience, especially in tight spaces.
Lack of Depth: The game is perceived as lacking complexity and depth, making it less appealing to adult gamers looking for a more challenging experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Enhanced World Interactivity: Users expressed a desire for a more dynamic and interactive environment, where NPCs (people and animals) react to the player's actions, making the world feel more alive.
Longer Story and Additional Content: There are requests for more story content, side quests, and potentially DLC to extend the gameplay experience.
Improved Combat Mechanics: Some players found the combat system to be lacking in depth and strategy, suggesting that it could be enhanced for a more engaging experience.
Localization Improvements: There are suggestions for better localization, including the addition of languages relevant to beekeeping communities, as well as addressing translation errors.

Summary

Overall, while "Bee Simulator" is praised for its educational aspects and charming presentation, it faces criticism for its brevity, repetitive gameplay, and control issues. Users express a desire for more depth and interactivity to enhance the gaming experience.

Summary generated on: October 29, 2025

3.8

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