A Story of a Band

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A Story of a Band is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Hot Byte Games and was released on June 19, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

Put on your leather jacket, grab your guitar and lead your band to success in this management game filled with attitude!

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

story3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive gameplay loop, especially for fans of music and band management.
Despite its simple graphics, it provides a lot of value and enjoyable content for the price.
The game is challenging and rewarding, with many features and genres to explore as you manage your band.

The music can become repetitive, which may detract from the overall experience.
The tutorial is lengthy and confusing, making it difficult for new players to grasp the mechanics.
Some players find the battle system and gameplay to be overly challenging and frustrating at times.

music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while it effectively captures the essence of a music tycoon experience and is enjoyable for music enthusiasts, players have noted issues with repetitive tracks and limited musician variety. Additionally, the emphasis on the battle system detracts from the overall musical experience.
- “When it comes to music tycoon type games, this is simple yet the gameplay loop works and it is enjoyable.”
- “This game is awesome for music geeks like me; I originally played this game on my iPad.”
- “It's like Game Dev Tycoon but from a music industry perspective.”
- “My biggest negative is the repeating music.”
- “On the downside, musicians are limited and a lot of emphasis is given on the idea of the battle system - which is not as important gameplay-wise.”
- “The band makes weird noises that represent their music.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users finding them reminiscent of outdated styles, such as Adobe Flash, and describing them as merely passable. Despite this, the game's addictive gameplay seems to overshadow the visual shortcomings for many players.
- “Don't let the graphics fool you.”
- “The graphics look like they were made in Adobe Flash or something.”
- “The graphics are passable, but the sound is mediocre at best, which is a bummer.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in this music tycoon game is simple yet enjoyable, with a satisfying loop, though it suffers from limited musician options and an overemphasis on the battle system, which detracts from the overall experience. Players express a desire for more immersive jamming mechanics that align with the chosen genre, though they acknowledge the challenges and costs involved in implementing such features.
- “When it comes to music tycoon type games, this is simple yet the gameplay loop works and it is enjoyable.”
- “On the downside, musicians are limited and a lot of emphasis is given on the idea of the battle system, which is not as important gameplay-wise.”
- “It would be so much better to hear the band jam in the style of the chosen genre, but I can understand it would mean a lot of additional (and most likely unappreciated) work from the devs, not to mention the costs of getting samples and combining them to sound unique even after a few hours of gameplay.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around a fun and cartoonish band simulator, offering an entertaining narrative that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “The story of the band is a fun and engaging experience that captures the essence of a cartoonish band simulator.”
- “The narrative is filled with humor and creativity, making it a delightful journey through the world of music.”
- “The character development and plot twists keep you invested in the band's journey, making it a memorable adventure.”