Anthology Of The Killer
- October 8, 2024
- thecatamites / Tommy Tone / A. Degen
Get on Steam"Anthology of the Killer" is a horror-comedy game series featuring protagonist BB, who investigates strange events in various locations. In "Voice of the Killer," BB joins a call center near a sea where a mysterious voice is heard. "Hands of the Killer" takes place in an apartment block where strange noises are heard on the walls. "Drool of the Killer" involves a new world beneath a swimming pool complex, and "Eyes of the Killer" focuses on a hit immersive theater with mysterious disappearances. The game is filled with dark humor, surreal environments, and a sense of horror.
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Reviews
- The game features incredibly charming visuals, a fantastic soundtrack, and witty writing that blends humor with deeper themes, making every moment memorable.
- The character development and world-building are exceptional, with a diverse cast that feels fleshed out and interconnected across the chapters.
- The gameplay, while simple, is engaging and allows for a unique experience that combines comedy and horror, making it a standout title in its genre.
- The game can feel clunky at times, particularly with camera controls that may hinder gameplay during chase sequences.
- Some players have noted a lack of basic quality of life features, such as the ability to save progress, which can be frustrating.
- The intentionally poor art style may not appeal to everyone, and the game's surreal nature might be too bizarre for some players to fully appreciate.
- humor13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is widely praised for its charming dialogue, extreme character personalities, and absurdity, creating a unique blend of comedy and horror. Players enjoy engaging with the witty writing and often participate in voice acting to enhance the experience. Overall, the humor is described as deeply funny, heartwarming, and thoughtfully crafted, appealing to fans of surreal and quirky storytelling.
“The characters you can talk to have funny dialogue and commonly show off extreme personalities.”
“A terrific and wholly unique experience packed with stunning visuals and humorous dialogue.”
“Every aspect of it from the charming style to the really good, and often quite funny writing is really well done and just has a lot of care put into it.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a charming and unique art style that blends elements reminiscent of "Paper Mario" with intentionally rough, MS Paint-like visuals, adding to its quirky appeal. Players appreciate the striking visuals and the creative use of artwork during gameplay, which enhances the overall experience alongside the engaging writing and sound design. Despite some inconsistencies in quality, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's humor and immersive atmosphere.
“The game's art style is striking, at times feeling like Paper Mario, but it still has its own unique style.”
“A terrific and wholly unique experience packed with stunning visuals and humorous dialogue.”
“The visuals are intentionally poor, MS Paint quality.”
“This adds to the charm with the character designs and weird decorations, I'd say though, and the devs are certainly able to do better because there are moments where the art style completely changes and the game looks a lot better.”
“However, beneath the rough-hewn video game is an experience with charming artwork, incisive writing, and an imitable sense of humor.”
- music9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and trippy quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside the visuals and writing. Reviewers highlight the fantastic soundtrack and sound design, noting how they contribute to a unique and entertaining atmosphere filled with quirky references and memorable moments. Overall, the music is considered a standout element that elevates the game's appeal and emotional impact.
“The soundtrack in this game is also fantastic.”
“Extremely well-written and charming game with fantastic music; I haven't played a game that has given me this weird sense of enjoyment and nostalgia in a long time.”
“The music is unsurprisingly trippy sounding most of the time.”
“The sound effects and OST really took this game to another level for me and although I don't fully understand the broader context of everything, this was one of the best experiences I've ever had with gaming.”
- story7 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story is a blend of depth and comedy, featuring a coherent narrative with a consistent protagonist that pays homage to various horror films. While it presents an anthology format with different experiences, the overarching story is heartfelt and engaging, making it highly recommended for fans of humor and horror alike. New players are advised to follow the chronological sequence to fully appreciate the unfolding narrative.
“The character's and story can carry lots of depth while also just having entirely comedic aspects.”
“The game has a different story with seemingly randomly mixed together elements for each experience.”
“While technically an anthology, this game tells a coherent story with a consistent protagonist.”
“The story is comedic and has a real heart to it, and was written with an obvious love of various horror movies.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, primarily involving walking and reading text, with players exploring environments to observe details and determine their next objectives.
“The gameplay is straightforward, primarily involving exploration and reading text.”
“The overall gameplay focuses on wandering around to observe the environment and discover your next objective.”
“The gameplay is rather simple; most of it consists of walking while reading text.”
“The general gameplay involves walking around to observe things and find where you need to go.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that each level of the game features a perfectly crafted spooky atmosphere, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
“Every level has a perfectly spooky atmosphere in the backgrounds.”
“The game's atmosphere immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world.”
“The sound design and visuals create an incredibly tense and atmospheric experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development is enhanced by unique character designs and quirky decorations, contributing to the game's charm. However, there are inconsistencies in the art style, with some moments showcasing significantly improved visuals, suggesting that the developers have the potential to elevate the overall aesthetic further.
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on an emotional level.”
“I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they followed typical tropes without any real surprises.”
“The dialogue options are limited, which restricts the ability to shape the characters' personalities and growth throughout the game.”
