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4 people found this review helpful
1.1 hrs on record
*applauds slowly*
Okay. That was an interesting experience. The ending I got really helped me get some perspective about myself and also helped me find some motivation - so thank you for that, devs! I wasn't expecting something so profound, so it really took me by surprise! I appreciate it a lot and I feel like it's given me something to think about and move forward with. :)

My secret word is Order.
Posted April 19, 2022.
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1.5 hrs on record
My secret word is "gored"

My honesty led to becoming a rhinoceros' ♥♥♥♥♥ for four years.

Eh, sounds about right.
Posted April 6, 2022.
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1 person found this review helpful
15.2 hrs on record (11.8 hrs at review time)
This is a great visual novel with unique gameplay features and an intriguing storyline that will draw you in as you try to solve the mystery behind the events of a desolate generation ship - the Mugunghwa.

It is a story about survival in a society that has regressed to near-medieval culture all while aboard a ship with advanced technology built for interstellar travel. It is also a story about the dangerous reign of ignorance and unfounded gender roles that create a dystopia among the stars.

Finally, it is the story of what happens when one is suddenly cast into that dystopian society, and the horrors that result when one tries to resist it.

This is definitely a game that makes you think and reflect upon a lot of deep themes. It gives players the opportunity to navigate the plot in a unique way and piece together the events that led to the ship's demise.

In and of itself, this visual novel is a well-written masterpiece!
Posted July 19, 2020.
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1 person found this review helpful
10.5 hrs on record (6.2 hrs at review time)
First and foremost, I absolutely love David OReilly's work, which often have a lot of creative elements with deeper meanings behind them. Often times, it can be abstract - but not in a way that's obnoxious and snobby like you would see in contemporary modern art museums. Rather, the art he produces are enigmatic, intriguing, and well thought-out!

Now when it comes to Everything, bear in mind that the style of gameplay is different.

That's not necessarily a bad thing, of course! But in order to appreciate it for what it is, the best thing players can do is approach it with an open mind for a unique experience where you might learn something. At the same time, it's also best to approach it without trying to take it too seriously. There are goofy elements in the game that adds to a more whimsical atmosphere among the moments where one can achieve mindfulness.

In other words, if you want to enjoy this game to the fullest: sit back, relax, and just go with the flow in whatever direction you feel compelled to take!

If you're the type of person who can appreciate certain forms of abstract art, unique gameplay elements, and philosophical thought processes about life - then chances are, you'll probably enjoy this game!

I personally enjoyed Everything because I had a lot of fun discovering all the different "things" that existed in the game's realm. As someone with a science background, I especially appreciated the microscopic organisms and particles featured! To me, Everything illustrated just how vast our universe is on grand and small scales. It was a very calming experience too - so in a way, this game is actually therapeutic for me!
Posted June 27, 2020.
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4 people found this review helpful
23.0 hrs on record (15.4 hrs at review time)
If you're looking for a game that's relaxing and casual with adorable creatures, then you'll probably enjoy this game. But, if you're playing this with expectations that it'll hold up to the gameplay and quality of Harvest Moon, Stardew Valley, or Animal Crossing - you'll probably be disappointed. The best way to enjoy Yonder is to just take it for what it is and enjoy what it has to offer. For me, I found myself playing it for hours during the weekend and I enjoyed it immensely! It was fun being able to explore the world of Gemea and all its landscapes and towns within it. Being able to craft items for different specialty guilds was also pretty fun and I loved restoring Gemea bit by bit. On top of that, I can appreciate how this game is free of combat or any other stress factors such as health meters or limited tool usage - it's refreshing to play a game once in a while that is purely for relaxation purposes. Basically, Yonder will be one of my go-tos whenever I need to play a game to de-stress.
Posted September 7, 2019.
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2 people found this review helpful
2.5 hrs on record
Ugh, I wish I can recommend this game because the Mokos - I personally call them Floofs - are so insanely cute and adorable. But the game mechanics just don't do Pulse justice.

Pros:
- Insanely cute Mokos (Floofs) that make you happy every time you see them
- Nice soundtrack
- Nice aesthetic artwork
- Very interesting concept with potential for an interesting plot

Cons:
- The gameplay can be extremely frustrating. There are parts where you have to land a jump at exactly the right corner at exactly the right time to make your landing. It is almost rage-inducing.
- The visual elements in the game can also be frustrating. It's extremely easy to get lost, and sometimes it's hard to figure out where you're supposed to go. If you stop moving for even a second, your surroundings all turn to black.
- The story was just confusing. There was little closure or anything to make much sense of it all. It sounded like a great fable with so much potential but the execution was poor.

Pulse had so much potential - and it still has! But seriously, those game mechanics need some work. And the story needs more clarity. It's really hard to get into a plot when there's so many unanswered questions.
Posted October 18, 2018.
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9.1 hrs on record
Do you enjoy a challenge? Then this is the game for you.

10 Second Ninja has fairly simple controls: move, jump, throw a shuriken, and katana slash. But don't let that sort of simplicity fool you because this game offers a very infuriating yet exhilerating challenge with every level. The goal? Complete each stage in under 10 seconds - and if your performance is ranked on a 3-star rating. The challenge of obtaining 3 stars on each level is - to me - the most fun quality of 10 Second Ninja.

So if you're a completionist, enjoy games where you experience an infuriating challenge but feel absolutely ecstatic once you accomplish your goal, and you also enjoy the idea of destroying Nazi robots, then I highly recommend this game!
Posted August 3, 2017.
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1 person found this review helpful
17.3 hrs on record (9.6 hrs at review time)
Welcome to Orwell.
[TRANSLATION]: Let the ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ begin!

After playing Orwell through all five acts, I definitely have to say that this is one fantastic game and I highly recommend it, especially if you enjoy thought-provoking storylines, investigation simulation (like Her Story), and Orwellian dystopian themes. The best quality about this game is how immersive it is - you're not just a player, you're a major component of the plot and your decisions affect it. I can't remember the last time a game made me step back and think about how I felt about the situations presented to me, or even reconsider what I thought was the right choice.

PROS:
- Amazing thought-provoking storyline influenced by dystopian genres such as Brave New World by Aldous Huxley and 1984 by George Orwell. This game allows you to decide for yourself how you perceive the situations presented to you as well as what decisions you decide to make about them.
- Unique innovative gameplay that involves surveillance and data mining
- Choices DEFINITELY matter, and not just on an episodic basis, but for the overall plot as well
- Multiple endings, with alternative plot elements that increase replay value
- Fourth wall breakage: you're not just playing the game, you're IN it
- Great soundtrack
- Character development is on point - not only was there development in the people I investigated, but I also felt myself developing as well. There were multiple points that had me thinking about certain issues presented in the game, reconsidering my decisions, and experiencing many bouts of emotional conflict. It was awesome.

CONS:
- Lots and lots of reading: if you don't like to read, this game is NOT for you
- There's a few bugs that need to be fixed here and there
- To get alternate endings, you have to make an entirely new profile and start all over. You can't just "see what happens with other choices" with the same profile you've used to play through the game.

Overall, for the price, it's a pretty amazing game. Not only was it thought-provoking, but it was certainly addictive. The gameplay length is pretty substantial and there's plenty of replay value. So, yes, I definitely recommend this game. I have to say this definitely ranks as one of my favorite indie games of all time.

Osmotic Studios, you guys did a fantastic job with this one - keep up the good work!
Posted November 19, 2016.
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14.4 hrs on record (6.7 hrs at review time)
Hella fun with friends and great for parties!

Keep in mind, this is local multiplayer in the aspect of multiple people playing this game in the same room. All the owner of the pack has to do is choose which game to play and everyone in the room connects to the game with their phones by going to Jackbox.tv and entering the room code that appears on the game screen. This party pack is even better to play in parties if you connect your computer to a TV monitor. Additionally, if you want to play online, al the owner has to do is stream the game and then viewers can play by connecting with their phones.

All of the games in this pack are absolutely hilarious! The rules are simple so it's easy for everyone to understand - even for non-gamers. It's a great party game for adults especially with certain prompts like, "Premature Ejaculation" and "A Classic Video Game Turned into an Adult Series". Just about all of these games get fun pretty quick. Alcohol is definitely recommended while playing this to ensure more hilarity.
Posted June 25, 2016.
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6.6 hrs on record (6.1 hrs at review time)
Armello is a great game if you enjoy the mechanics of turn-based strategy without it being too lengthy per game such as Civ V or Endless Legends. It's also great if you enjoy tabletop RPGs that utilize dice-rolling or card drawing. In addition, if you fancy the idea of playing as adorable animals, this game is perfect for you!

Pros:
- Variety of heroes and clans (4 Clans, 8 Heroes- 2 Heroes per Clan)
- Each hero has unique power
- Four different victories to claim the throne
- Dice and Card System allows for battle, dungeon, and peril events to be interesting (has mix of luck and strategy)
- Quests allow for chance at rare items while also guaranteeing stat upgrades
- Random events implemented
- Interesting plot
- Nice soundtrack

Cons:
- Way too easy to get a prestige victory compared to other victories (I've played four consecutive games and won all of them with a prestige victory even while trying to get a different victory)
- Standard games are the only way to gain achievements (which means if you're trying to aim for other victories instead of prestige, it's more difficult to do so in nine turns)
- Each game is a little short (about an hour per game)

I'd give this about an 8/10. It's a great game in terms of cost with beautiful visuals and music. Not to mention the gameplay is fun! However, I'm personally not a fan of how you have a time limit to achieve a certain victory with limited resources (like action points per turn). Whether you try to kill the king or not, he'll either kick off from rot or by being killed at low health by a hero. This makes the game not only short but also limiting in which victories to pursue.

Overall, I enjoy it and would recommend playing custom games with friends if you want a greater challenge.
Posted June 22, 2016.
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