Afterlife

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Afterlife is a single-player business strategy game with visually appealing graphics. As a "businessman of the afterlife," you must develop both heaven and hell, keeping billions of souls content with suitable rewards and punishments, while also managing supernatural disasters and avoiding the Four Surfers of the Apocalypse. The game's otherworldly humor and immersive world-building create an engaging and entertaining experience for players.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features legendary pixel art and a unique blend of humor, making it a charming experience.
It offers a complex and engaging gameplay experience, allowing players to manage both Heaven and Hell while dealing with various disasters.
The banter between the advisors adds a comedic touch, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.

The user interface is outdated and can be difficult to read, especially for players with visual impairments.
The game can be frustratingly complex, with a steep learning curve and numerous management tasks that may overwhelm new players.
There are technical issues, including bugs and glitches, that detract from the overall experience, particularly in the modern version.

graphics
11 mentions
36 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke a sense of nostalgia, with a charming cartoonish style that many players appreciate, though some find them visually overwhelming or outdated. While the artwork and design of various areas are generally praised for their uniqueness, occasional visual bugs and glitches detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are a mixed bag, appealing to fans of older styles but potentially frustrating for those seeking clarity.
- “I love the graphics, the humor, and the idea/concept of this game but I just can't win.”
- “Graphics are holding up nicely - the good ol' cartoonish style usually does.”
- “There's a charm to the graphics and voice acting that's unique to older games like this.”
- “Unfortunately, it's graphically unreadable to my old eyes.”
- “How I wish for the simpler times when game developers actually tried instead of shoving graphics down your throat and calling it a day.”
- “Aside from some occasional visual bugs and graphical glitching, the music noticeably skips randomly.”
humor
11 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is consistently praised for its cartoonish and quirky nature, appealing to players with a taste for irreverent and twisted comedy. While some aspects of the humor may be hit or miss, it remains a standout feature that enhances the overall enjoyment of the world-building and management gameplay. Players who appreciate a lighthearted approach to themes of heaven and hell will find the humor to be a significant draw.
- “This is a cartoonish, hilarious world-building/management game where you control both heaven and hell.”
- “The absolute, above all else reason to play this game is the humor.”
- “Its a decent game with a quirky sense of humor.”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-33 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and comedic elements, contributing to the overall fun experience. However, some users report issues such as glitchy audio and random skips, which can detract from the enjoyment.
- “The music is very atmospheric.”
- “Overall, it's a fun game filled with comedy and nice music.”
- “The music noticeably enhances the experience.”
- “Aside from some occasional visual bugs and graphical glitching, the music noticeably skips randomly.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game is reported to be quite buggy, particularly when not played in an emulated environment, indicating significant stability issues.
- “The game is plagued with glitches that disrupt the experience.”
- “Sadly, it's very buggy outside of an emulated environment, but I did not see it was available commercially.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its highly atmospheric music, which contributes significantly to the overall experience.
- “The music creates a deeply atmospheric experience that draws you into the game world.”
- “The overall ambiance is incredibly immersive, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The sound design and visuals work together to create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding in the game to be occasionally glitchy and tedious, yet it is balanced by the overall enjoyment derived from its comedic elements and appealing music.
- “The grinding feels endless and often tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the repetitive nature of grinding to be a major drawback, as it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “While the game has its moments, the excessive grinding can be frustrating and feels like a chore.”
gameplay
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its unique complexity, especially for an early entry in the genre, while also being inviting due to the significant influence players have over the functioning of heaven and hell.
- “The gameplay is uniquely complex for this genre, especially for one of the earliest in the genre, but it's also inviting in how much actual influence you can have over how your heaven and hell function.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is generally satisfactory, with players noting improved performance compared to previous versions, making it a worthwhile addition to their digital collections.
- “As a fan of the game way back in the day, I picked this up on a lark to see how the performance was, and in general, if this version was worth collecting a digital copy of.”
- “The optimization is severely lacking; I experienced frequent frame drops and long loading times that detracted from the overall experience.”
- “Despite the nostalgic value, the game runs poorly on modern hardware, making it frustrating to play.”