Acquitted
- May 2, 2022
- Nordic Empire Games
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Acquitted" is a single-player action game with good gameplay and graphics, featuring satirical, fast-paced zombie combat and base building on destructible maps. As a recently acquitted defendant, players must fend off an angry mob of undead, utilizing up to 18 weapons while navigating increasing difficulty and strategic complexity. The game boasts simple controls and a rapid learning curve, challenging players against hordes of small, swarming zombies.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a fun and engaging top-down shooter that offers a nostalgic feel reminiscent of early 2000s flash games.
- It provides a humorous and satirical take on current political events, making it entertaining for those who appreciate its themes.
- The gameplay is fast-paced and challenging, with a variety of weapons and enemy types that keep the experience fresh.
- The game suffers from repetitive level design, with many stages feeling similar and lacking variety.
- Controls can be cumbersome, particularly with weapon switching, which can lead to frustrating gameplay moments.
- Some players find the political themes polarizing, which may detract from the enjoyment for those who do not share the same views.
- humor46 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised for its sharp political satire and social commentary, often drawing laughs through its absurd enemy designs and gameplay scenarios. Players appreciate the blend of fun and hilarity, with many noting that the humor resonates particularly well with those familiar with the political themes being referenced. Overall, the game is described as both entertaining and a bold take on contemporary issues, making it a standout for its comedic approach.
“This game is a funny social commentary on certain recent historical events.”
“Hilarious gameplay, characters, and enemies.”
“The developers of this game have hilariously created enemy types around real-life characters and their weapons of choice!”
- gameplay40 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying its fun and challenging mechanics reminiscent of classic twin-stick shooters, while others criticize it for being repetitive and shallow. Many reviewers noted that the political satire takes precedence over gameplay depth, leading to a monotonous experience despite some engaging elements and variations in enemy mechanics. Overall, while some find it addictively enjoyable, others feel it lacks the necessary variety and customization to sustain long-term interest.
“Fun, dynamic gameplay and it gets pretty challenging.”
“Quite addicting gameplay with great scaling difficulty.”
“A political satire twin stick shooter which is inspired by the Kyle Rittenhouse trial but still puts gameplay at a higher priority than any political message.”
“The game itself is very boring; it's not even worth explaining why. You can see it for yourself by the bad art direction and the gameplay video above.”
“Regardless, I think one universal thought that can come from this is that this game’s theme took priority over the gameplay, and it shows.”
“Trash meme game, extremely shallow gameplay; you can play similar games for free in a browser that were made decades ago.”
- graphics19 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as a blend of nostalgic, SNES-era aesthetics and modern, cartoonish styles, with many reviewers praising the playful and satirical art direction. While some note the graphics evoke a sense of classic indie charm reminiscent of early Flash games, others highlight the quality and potential for a big-budget animated series. Overall, the visuals are well-received, though a few users mention a lack of customizable settings.
“The playful aesthetic and the ballsy tongue 'n cheek ideological lampooning works.”
“Very well thought out story line with a wonderful climax, the soundtrack sounds like angels are whispering in my ear and the graphics are by far the best I have ever seen.”
“The art style could be used for a big budget animated television show.”
“Graphics-wise, it does feel like it's from the Newgrounds days.”
“Great game, only drawback is the lack of options for graphics settings like windowed mode and such, and no options for audio settings.”
“Are you looking for an in-depth storyline, real RPG elements, graphics better than next-gen?”
- story13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its beautiful writing and atmospheric immersion, while others criticize the lack of depth and narrative progression, noting the absence of cutscenes and a repetitive structure. While some players appreciate the engaging climax and high-quality graphics, others feel the story is minimal and fails to provide a compelling backdrop for the gameplay. Overall, the narrative experience varies significantly among players, with some finding it captivating and others deeming it shallow.
“Beautiful story which puts you directly into the atmosphere.”
“A beautifully written story of what one man can do to a riotous group of degenerates cleverly disguised as zombies.”
“Very well thought out story line with a wonderful climax, the soundtrack sounds like angels are whispering in my ear and the graphics are by far the best I have ever seen.”
“Not too many people know the backstory of this game.”
“There's more or less no story, no cut scenes (or even static images) in between levels.”
“No voices, no story, just meaningless levels that barely give you any new content between levels.”
- music9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its outstanding quality and fitting atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience with nostalgic 80's tracks and a well-composed soundtrack that complements the storyline. While some players noted that the music loops too early, the general consensus highlights its effectiveness in creating an engaging and immersive environment. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant strength of the game, contributing to its flawless design and enjoyable gameplay.
“The music is outstanding and it fits well with the feeling of being an innocent young man fighting against those who don't understand.”
“Very well thought out story line with a wonderful climax, the soundtrack sounds like angels are whispering in my ear and the graphics are by far the best I have ever seen.”
“Top down shooter build and 80's music track hits right in the nostalgia feels, and I eat that stuff up.”
“The music loops too early for my liking, but that's probably because I'm not very good at the game and took way too long to beat the levels.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many users highlighting the abundance of playable levels and the ability to experiment with different strategies. While some suggest that additional features could enhance replay value further, the current experience offers significant enjoyment and variety, making it a standout in terms of replayability.
“So much replay value that I doubt I will ever play another game.”
“10/10 -- high replay value; poignant social commentary.”
“Endless replayability: players can experiment with different ways of solving the situation in a realistic environment, being pushed to the limit to find ways out of the situation.”
“Only a short time into this game and it is highly replayable.”
“A simple random perk unlock system and endless survival mode may push it much further, but for now, the replayability is zero.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its lighthearted and wholesome tone, providing a refreshing contrast to more violent titles in the genre. Players appreciate the opportunity to engage in self-defense against humorous, exaggerated enemies, which adds a playful and satisfying element to the experience.
“Plain wholesome fun for when you're feeling something lighthearted.”
“With so many other games of this genre out there that glorify killing, it is refreshing to play such a wholesome game like this one: a game that gives you the opportunity to exercise your natural right of self-defense against an onslaught of NPC zombie fascists.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is viewed as subpar, with many users feeling it should have been offered for free with ads, given its meme-based nature. While it's not the worst example of a cash grab, the pricing does not justify the experience provided.
“Yes, I get it, it's a meme game and 99.9% of meme games are just cash grabs. It's not as bad as other meme games, but for the price, it's not great.”
“It's a fine game, but it probably should have been published for free as ad-supported software. Unfortunately, it seems Valve does not support software that uses that model.”
- stability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some users report minor bugs, others find it largely bug-free and commend its originality. Despite concerns about it being a rushed project, many appreciate its fulfilling experience.
“I know most people think this might be a rushed 'gimmick' game to get sales on the hype over a certain historic situation, but the game is actually fulfilling and bug-free!”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
“I was pleasantly surprised by how stable the game is; I didn't encounter any issues during my playthrough.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
“I encountered several bugs that disrupted my gameplay and made it frustrating.”
“The stability issues are a major drawback; I lost progress due to unexpected shutdowns.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive quality, effectively drawing players into the beautifully crafted story.
“The beautiful story immerses you directly into the atmosphere.”
“The game's atmosphere is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you in with every detail.”
“Every element of the environment contributes to a rich and captivating atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
“Despite the beautiful visuals, the atmosphere fails to evoke any real emotion or tension.”
“The game’s atmosphere is inconsistent, often breaking immersion with jarring transitions.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is highlighted by the excellent design of the commie and pantifa zombies, showcasing creativity and thoughtfulness in their portrayal.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding aspect for its flawless game design and engaging difficulty curve, which enhance the overall experience. The inclusion of a catchy soundtrack and meme farming adds an enjoyable layer to the grind, making it feel rewarding rather than tedious.
