ArsonVille

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ArsonVille is a casual game where you strategically place fire-spreading items in a procedurally generated village, with the goal of burning down as much as possible within a limited time. You have only one chance to ignite the fire, creating a challenging and exciting experience. Despite its destructive nature, the game offers a calming and relaxing atmosphere, making it a unique and entertaining choice for players seeking a different kind of casual game.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

Unique concept that allows players to indulge in pyromaniac fantasies with strategic gameplay.
Detailed environments and engaging soundtrack enhance the immersive experience.
Rewarding progression system with upgrades and tools keeps the gameplay fresh and motivates continued play.

Limited content and minimal story depth lead to a lack of long-term engagement.
Repetitive gameplay and technical issues can detract from the overall experience.
Steep learning curve may be daunting for new players, making it less accessible.

gameplay
17 mentions
18 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
24 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Arsonville is praised for its daring and original arson-themed mechanics, complemented by well-designed urban environments and immersive music that enhance the experience. However, players note issues with repetitive gameplay, occasional bugs, and a lack of depth in missions and narrative, which can detract from its overall enjoyment and longevity. While the strategic elements are engaging, some feel the game lacks sufficient content to keep players invested over time.
- “The game’s focus on arson-themed gameplay is both daring and original, making it a refreshing experience compared to typical simulation games.”
- “The urban landscapes and various buildings are well-designed, adding depth and realism to the gameplay.”
- “The detailed environments and strategic gameplay elements make it a standout title.”
- “While the game’s concept is unique, it could benefit from more missions, scenarios, and additional gameplay features to extend its longevity.”
- “Bugs and glitches occasionally disrupted the gameplay, which can be frustrating.”
- “Arsonville burns out quickly with shallow gameplay, terrible graphics, clunky controls, and a lack of progression.”
story
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as minimal and lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for more varied missions and scenarios to enhance engagement. Many reviewers suggest that the addition of a dedicated "story mode" could improve the overall experience and provide a more compelling narrative. Overall, the limited content contributes to a sense of monotony, detracting from the game's potential appeal.
- “A 'story mode' of some sort would be fun, going through and unlocking the tools used and trying to burn the entire map as it gets harder and harder to spread fire.”
- “I feel like the story is minimal and could use more depth.”
- “The content is somewhat limited, and the story could use more depth.”
- “Without enough variety in missions and activities, the game can start to feel monotonous after a while.”
graphics
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some users appreciate the cool visuals, others criticize them as terrible and reminiscent of poorly executed retro designs. The use of minimalist and untextured low-polygon assets is seen as a sign of laziness rather than a stylistic choice, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Little puzzle game for pyromaniacs, cool graphics.”
- “The game features lazy minimalist/untextured low-polygon 'retro' assets and visuals, making it look like a barely functional 3D game from the early 1990s.”
- “Arsonville burns out quickly with shallow gameplay, terrible graphics, clunky controls, and a lack of progression.”
- “The lack of textures is a method that lazy developers often use to disguise their lack of talent or interest in doing the graphics properly, trying to pass it off as 'art' or 'we made it look bad on purpose', which really isn't something gamers should have to put up with.”
monetization
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is heavily criticized for relying on unethical practices, such as repackaging premade game templates and assets into low-quality products for quick profit. Reviewers describe it as a cash grab, likening it to shovelware that exploits the work of others without adding any original value.
- “These guys do nothing but copy premade game templates and game tutorials, fill out a few things, stamp out basic levels using the construction kit templates, slap on an asset-flipped set of sprites/assets, and dump them on Steam and into cheap, nasty shovelware game bundles as cash grabs.”
- “Trying to get paid for someone else's game templates and assets... at best, this is shovelware; at worst, it's a scam/cash grab.”
- “SA Industry/Mikhail Melnikov have shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab, through this account or through closely linked/alternate accounts.”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as an engaging soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere, heightening tension and excitement to create a more immersive gameplay experience.
- “The engaging soundtrack perfectly complements the game’s atmosphere.”
- “The music heightens the tension and excitement, making the gameplay more immersive.”
- “The engaging soundtrack.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is significantly enhanced by an engaging soundtrack that complements the overall experience, creating an immersive environment for players.
- “The engaging soundtrack perfectly complements the game’s atmosphere.”
- “The immersive world design draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting visuals and ambient sounds create a truly captivating experience.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players reported that bugs and glitches intermittently affected gameplay, leading to frustration. Overall, stability issues were noted as a concern.
- “Bugs and glitches occasionally disrupted the gameplay, which can be frustrating.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several stability issues that led to unexpected shutdowns.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users generally find the replayability of the game to be high, citing multiple paths, varied character choices, and dynamic events that encourage different playthroughs. Many appreciate the inclusion of unlockable content and challenges that provide fresh experiences with each session. Overall, players feel that the game offers substantial incentives to revisit it.
- “The game offers a multitude of choices that significantly alter the storyline, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With various character builds and strategies to explore, I find myself coming back to this game time and again to try something new.”
- “The dynamic world and random events ensure that no two playthroughs are ever the same, keeping the experience exciting and unpredictable.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back. The story doesn't change, and the side quests feel repetitive.”
- “After finishing the main storyline, I found myself with no desire to replay it. The lack of meaningful choices really limits replayability.”
- “The game offers a few different endings, but they don't feel distinct enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.”