12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power
- August 7, 2015
- Zoom Out Games
- 7h median play time
In 12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power, players control Megara, Hercules' wife, as they complete various tasks and challenges in ancient Greece. This time, Megara takes the lead as she faces off against fierce mythological creatures and solves puzzles in order to save Prometheus. With its vibrant graphics and engaging gameplay, 12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power is a fun and challenging addition to the time management genre.
Reviews
- The game offers a relaxing and enjoyable experience, making it a great way to unwind.
- The graphics are bright and colorful, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
- The gameplay is engaging with a variety of levels and challenges, appealing to fans of casual time management games.
- The game lacks innovation, feeling repetitive and similar to its predecessors.
- Some players found the difficulty level to be inconsistent, with certain achievements being overly challenging.
- The removal of mini-games and boss levels from previous installments disappointed some fans.
- gameplay69 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power" is characterized by well-crafted mechanics and engaging design, making it accessible for casual gamers while still providing a challenging experience. Although it largely retains the same mechanics as its predecessors, minor improvements and the introduction of new characters add some freshness to the familiar time management gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the polished execution and charming graphics, though some note a lack of innovation compared to other titles in the genre.
“One of the strengths of 12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power is its polished and engaging gameplay.”
“The game's mechanics are well-designed, making it easy to jump in and start playing without feeling overwhelmed.”
“Its polished gameplay, charming graphics, and gradually increasing difficulty level make it a fun and enjoyable experience for players of all skill levels.”
“I only played it for the achievements and cards, but overall gameplay is annoying.”
“Instead of novel mechanics or varying power-ups, this one is a slog with many objectives just requiring grinding of a material to dig through.”
“The gameplay is very simplistic clicker style with hardly any need for strategy or focus.”
- music38 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and enjoyable, with some users appreciating its soothing qualities and cute sound effects. However, many reviewers noted that the soundtrack is repetitive, largely consisting of reused tracks from previous installments, which detracts from the overall experience. While some find the music pleasant, others feel it lacks innovation and variety, leading to a sense of redundancy in the series.
“This is a relaxing click game with enjoyable music and scenery.”
“The game looks pretty good and the music is kinda cool as well.”
“The music goes along quite nicely with this and overall the effect is soothing.”
“Without a twist or any new music, I can't see a reason to keep playing this series.”
“- reused music from the 2nd, gets repetitive over many levels, some new sounds added that are welcoming.”
“There isn't any new music, which makes the game feel especially redundant.”
- graphics36 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are consistently described as bright, colorful, and cartoonish, enhancing its lighthearted charm and appeal to casual gamers. While not groundbreaking, the polished visuals and whimsical design contribute to an enjoyable experience, making it visually pleasing without being overwhelming. Overall, the graphics are well-received, with many players appreciating their clean aesthetic and engaging animations.
“Additionally, the game's graphics are bright and colorful, adding to the overall charm of the game.”
“While it may not offer much in the way of innovation, its polished gameplay and charming graphics make it a fun and enjoyable experience.”
“The graphics are bright and cartoonishly peppy, befitting a game of this sort.”
“Graphics: the game's graphics are bright and colorful, with a cartoonish aesthetic that fits well with the game's lighthearted tone.”
“Graphics 11.3/20”
“The graphics seem slightly improved and the gameplay is busy as in part two.”
- story31 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The story of "12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power" centers on Megara, Hercules' wife, as she embarks on a quest to complete twelve tasks, showcasing her determination and relatability. While the narrative is light and often humorous, it is generally considered forgettable and simplistic, with a linear structure that draws on Greek mythology in a playful, albeit cliché manner. Overall, players find the story enjoyable enough to complement the time management gameplay, even if it lacks depth and memorability.
“Her determination and perseverance make her a likable and relatable character, and her interactions with the game's other characters add depth to the game's story.”
“In the third part of the Hercules series, the story concentrates on Hercules' wife, coming to rescue him.”
“The storyline is coherent and engaging as long as you accept that it is based on Greek mythology in the way Disney's Haunted Mansion ride is based on the study of spiritualism.”
“The story is linear, sounds again like something out of a book you'd find in the children's corner of a library.”
“The story is also non-existent and does not continue between games.”
“No need to mention the story; it's very cliché and told in a very B-rated method.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and attention to detail, earning a perfect score from some users. However, others criticize the lack of meaningful optimization mechanics, describing the gameplay as shallow and lacking strategic depth.
“The game runs smoothly and without issue, which is a testament to the developer's attention to detail and commitment to quality.”
“Performance 10.0/10”
“- in a pure clicker, the fun is in optimizing to get maximum clickage.”
“The narrator's script and performance is still appallingly bad.”
“In a pure clicker, the fun is in optimizing to get maximum clickage... there's no optimization that resonated with me.”
“Any optimization in what I clicked felt wholly unimportant.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some describe it as tedious and repetitive, others appreciate that it doesn't feel overly drawn out or frustrating. The lack of meaningful choices and novel mechanics contributes to a sense of monotony, but the overall grind is manageable and not excessively rage-inducing.
“The required multiple replays quickly gets tedious.”
“The game is just a tedious clickfest, no real choices.”
“Instead of novel mechanics or varying power-ups, this one is a slog with many objectives just requiring grinding of a material to dig through.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some users appreciate the inclusion of challenges that enhance replay value, others find it lacking, rating it around 5.7/10. Although levels can be replayed to collect missed items, the overall consensus suggests that the game does not offer significant incentives for repeated playthroughs.
“The fact that it has challenges just adds to the replayability value.”
“Levels are replayable, so even if you miss out on something, it can be easily acquired.”
“The replay value for the game is low.”
“Levels are replayable, so even if you miss out on something, it could be easily acquired.”
- stability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a stable experience with the game, noting the absence of major bugs or glitches. The game runs smoothly across various setups, including full-screen and multiple monitors, as well as on Linux, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“Runs great in full-screen mode, on multiple monitors, and on Linux.”
“The game maintains a steady frame rate, even during intense action sequences.”
“I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs, which makes for a smooth gaming experience.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its light-hearted story and occasional funny moments, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate a comedic touch. Additionally, the inclusion of unintentionally hilarious poetry adds an extra layer of amusement, appealing to those who enjoy quirky humor. Overall, it effectively combines humor with engaging gameplay, particularly for perfectionists and organization enthusiasts.
“It has a light story that is sometimes funny.”
“Funny time management game, well suited for a perfectionist and organization maniac like me.”
“Unintentionally hilarious poetry included!”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with a score of 7.5/10, indicating a strong immersive experience that effectively enhances gameplay. Players appreciate the game's visual and auditory elements, which contribute to a captivating environment. However, some may find it lacking in certain areas, suggesting room for improvement.
“The atmosphere in this game is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and haunting sound design.”
“Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension that keeps you on edge, making the atmosphere one of its strongest features.”
“The combination of eerie music and beautifully crafted environments creates an unforgettable atmosphere that lingers long after you put the game down.”