A pirate quartermaster
- September 5, 2020
- Iniour
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Get on itch.io StoreIn "A Pirate Quartermaster," players navigate a procedurally generated pirate haven, managing their own tavern and trading post while dealing with unique challenges and character interactions. Serving as a quartermaster, they must balance the needs of their customers, crew, and business, while also exploring the open world and engaging in thrilling sea battles. The game boasts a rich narrative, replayability, and a focus on strategic decision-making.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique perspective as a quartermaster, providing a more realistic and engaging pirate experience.
- The graphics and atmosphere are charming, complemented by a great soundtrack that enhances the overall enjoyment.
- The developer is active in updating the game, addressing bugs, and improving gameplay, which shows a commitment to enhancing the player experience.
- The gameplay can become repetitive after a few hours, with limited content that may not sustain long-term interest.
- Combat relies heavily on typing mechanics, which can be frustrating for players who are not comfortable with fast typing.
- There are issues with the user interface and micromanagement that can lead to a cumbersome experience, making it difficult to assign crew members effectively.
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay primarily revolves around naval battles, crew management, and inventory rationing, offering unique mechanics that some players find enjoyable. However, many reviewers note that the gameplay can become repetitive and is hindered by a poor art style, which detracts from the overall experience despite the immersive atmosphere created by the music and graphics. Overall, while the mechanics are praised, the execution leaves room for improvement.
“Most of the gameplay is focused on naval battles, crew stationing, and inventory rationing.”
“Gem of a game with some of the most unique mechanics I've seen.”
“The very good background music (which evolves if you enroll musicians), along with colorful graphics and a UI blending smoothly with the gameplay, immediately set up for a great atmosphere and an immersive experience.”
“It's easy to see that those amplify each other, making gameplay absolutely horrible.”
“Everything is so greyed out in your eyes, and I genuinely want to like this because of the concept of it and the gameplay, but the art style is really bad for this game, specifically.”
“The mechanics are something to wonder about, because they're actually good, but the 2D art really halts it.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised as a standout feature, with an engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the unique integration of hiring musicians to evolve the music, which adds depth to gameplay, particularly during naval battles. The combination of enjoyable background music and vibrant graphics creates an immersive atmosphere that players find captivating.
“Thank you for making such an amazing masterpiece of a game with an incredible soundtrack! :3”
“Hiring musicians to enhance the soundtrack is a stroke of genius by the developers.”
“The very good background music (which evolves if you enroll musicians), along with colorful graphics and a UI blending smoothly with the gameplay, immediately sets up for a great atmosphere and an immersive experience.”
“One mistype and your precious musicians might get blasted from the deck!”
“The soundtracks are underwhelming and fail to create an engaging atmosphere.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it easy to tune out.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some appreciate the immersive atmosphere created by colorful visuals and a smooth UI, others criticize the art style as unappealing and overly simplistic, suggesting that a different approach, such as 3D graphics, could enhance the experience.
“The simple yet awesome graphics and gameplay play out like an interactive novel.”
“The very good background music (which evolves if you enroll musicians), along with colorful graphics and a UI blending smoothly with the gameplay, immediately set up for a great atmosphere and an immersive experience.”
“Everything is so greyed out, and I genuinely want to like this because of the concept and gameplay, but the art style is really bad for this game, specifically.”
“If it were 3D or the art style more understandable, I would have understood it more.”
“The graphics are lacking in vibrancy and detail, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stylish and characterful design, complemented by excellent background music that evolves with gameplay. The colorful graphics and seamless UI contribute to an immersive experience, creating a captivating and feel-good environment.
“The atmosphere of the game is very well done.”
“It has style and character, creating a great atmosphere that doesn't struggle to evoke a feel-good vibe.”
“The excellent background music, which evolves as you enroll musicians, along with colorful graphics and a UI that blends smoothly with the gameplay, immediately sets up a great atmosphere and an immersive experience.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky characters, amusing songs, and clever wordplay, creating a lighthearted atmosphere. Players appreciate the comedic interactions and absurd situations, such as the consequences of neglecting ship maintenance, which add to the overall enjoyment. The combination of lunatic captains and comically inept crew members enhances the game's charm and humor.
“There are many things I like, including, but not limited to, funny characters, funny songs, funny names, and the funny feeling you get when you realize you didn't clean the ship enough and forgot to change out the water in the scuttlebutt, so now all your sailors will slowly die of various diseases.”
“I immediately enjoyed the company of my lunatic captain and my sometimes incompetent but always funny crew.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's procedurally generated environments and random events significantly enhance its replayability, ensuring that each playthrough offers a unique adventure.
“The procedurally generated environment and random events offer great replayability, providing a different adventure for every new game.”
“Each playthrough feels unique due to the diverse choices and outcomes, making me want to dive back in for more.”
“The variety of character builds and strategies keeps the gameplay fresh, encouraging multiple runs to explore all possibilities.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story evolves significantly as players gain a deeper understanding of the game's mechanics and the characters' motivations, particularly regarding the captain's decisions and the underlying reasons for the crew's illness. This progression transforms the narrative experience, making it more engaging and impactful.
“Once we learn how to say yes or no to the captain, understand how to reload without breaking the guns, and especially grasp why everyone is sick, the story transforms completely!”
“The narrative is rich and engaging, pulling you into a world filled with complex characters and unexpected twists.”
“Every choice you make feels impactful, weaving a story that resonates long after the game is over.”
“Once we understand how to say yes or no to the captain, how to reload without breaking the guns, and especially why everyone is sick, the story loses its intrigue.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, making it hard to care about the characters or their fates.”
“The plot twists are predictable, and the character development is shallow, leaving the story feeling flat and unoriginal.”
