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Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon

94%Game Brain Score
humor, music
grinding, replayability
94% User Score Based on 124 reviews

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Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon is a dangerously goofy RPG with fast paced, unique combat and zany secrets and adventures. Your goal is to build your own rhapsody, the story of you - the player - an experience which cannot be replicated by others.

Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon screenshot
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Audience ScoreBased on 124 reviews
humor44 positive mentions

  • The game is a charming and silly RPG that offers a unique experience reminiscent of Undertale and Earthbound, filled with quirky humor and engaging characters.
  • Despite being a demo, it provides a substantial amount of content and replayability, with various routes and secrets to discover.
  • The combat system is fun and creative, allowing for different strategies, and the visuals and music are well-crafted, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The humor can be juvenile and over-the-top, which may not appeal to all players, leading to a lack of depth in the writing.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, particularly certain boss fights, can feel unfair or overly reliant on luck, detracting from the enjoyment.
  • The game heavily borrows from Undertale, leading to criticisms of being derivative and lacking originality in its storytelling and character design.
  • humor
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is polarizing, with some players finding it charming and hilarious, while others criticize it as juvenile and over-the-top. Many appreciate the quirky, crass jokes and references, likening it to inspirations like Undertale and Earthbound, though some feel the humor can become obnoxious or hit-or-miss. Overall, it appeals more to younger audiences or those who enjoy absurd and random comedic styles, but may not resonate with everyone.

    • “The sense of humor is crass, but in a charming way.”
    • “Thunder Goober's personality dungeon is an absolute masterpiece to play, which although short, is filled to the brim with funny gags and characters, hard boss fights, different paths, and... secrets.”
    • “Please go and play this if you are a fan of quirky humor, funny dialogue, and charming characters!”
    • “I actually think they took the quirkiness too far, and it becomes pretty unfunny and obnoxious as you go on.”
    • “Boring and unfunny.”
    • “The humor remains redditor-tier unfunny.”
  • music
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many players praising its quality and creativity, particularly highlighting catchy tracks like the fly battle theme. While some tracks are memorable, others may not leave a lasting impression. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect of the game, complementing its quirky humor and engaging gameplay.

    • “Amazing characters and the music is just so good.”
    • “Most of all, I loved the music and the humor.”
    • “Its very inspired by Undertale and Earthbound to name a few, with fantastic music to complete this side story in a tight little bow!”
    • “Some music tracks in the game are bangers (I was bopping my head to the fly battle theme), but some not so much in the way that they don't really stick in your head as much.”
    • “Even the soundtrack (Horatio's theme is so heavily inspired by the one Noisemaster that it borders on plagiarism).”
    • “The screen appears fine and the music plays, but neither clicking nor pressing every button on my keyboard has actually started a new game.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is characterized by its quirky and fun elements, featuring random encounters and turn-based battles that complement the gameplay without being overly complex or meta. While the narrative includes familiar themes of brotherhood and betrayal, the eccentricity of the characters may hinder emotional attachment, leaving players with a sense of completion rather than investment. Overall, the game draws inspiration from titles like Undertale and Earthbound, offering a well-crafted experience with engaging music and a unique atmosphere.

    • “I like this approach as I feel like it works in this sort of game where it doesn't try to tell the same message or be too meta with its story, at least so far.”
    • “Good looking pixel art, good music, and a weird and fun story; the controls and gameplay are basic RPG, if it's not broken, why fix it?”
    • “Wonderfully crafted demo, gives you a deep feeling for how the main game will function without spoiling any story elements.”
    • “The fact that every character was insane and random and there wasn't anyone that appeared to be well-grounded meant that I had no attachment to anyone or any drive to continue to experience the story other than merely being able to say I completed it.”
    • “Story beats (brothers with puzzles, all the drama about protecting the bro and betraying their trust and expectations bla-bla-bla. also gilroy gets a deep wound across his chest like a certain skeleton).”
    • “In between story segments, random encounters and boss battles are turn-based.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is reminiscent of Undertale, featuring a similar battle system enhanced by new mechanics like "burst" and "swap." Players appreciate the engaging and varied content, complemented by appealing pixel art, music, and a humorous story, all within a concise hour-long experience that avoids unnecessary grinding. Overall, the game delivers a polished RPG experience with strong character development and enjoyable mechanics.

    • “The battle system is virtually identical to Undertale's with the exception of the 'burst' and 'swap' mechanics.”
    • “Good free short game, good gameplay, no grinding, good characters; it never wastes your time. It's only like an hour long, but still incredibly good in every way: gameplay, writing, visuals.”
    • “The battle system is virtually identical to Undertale's, with the exception of the 'burst' and 'swap' mechanics.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, even for a demo, there was a lot of stuff to do throughout it.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for being pleasant and engaging, enhancing the enjoyable gameplay experience. Players appreciate the memorable attack patterns and the overall visual quality, which is likened to a more polished version of Undertale, contributing to a wholesome and fun atmosphere.

    • “I did enjoy most battles; the visuals were mostly pleasant, and the attack patterns were memorable and fun to dodge.”
    • “Good free short game, good gameplay, no grinding, good characters; it never wastes your time. It's only like an hour long, but still incredibly good in every way: gameplay, writing, visuals.”
    • “It's like 20% Undertale but with better visuals and a more wholesome and fun mood.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that grinding is generally not an issue in the game, with one user praising its lack of tediousness and efficient gameplay. However, some players find achievement hunting to be tedious due to the need for multiple replays, particularly when facing a challenging secret boss. Overall, the game is noted for its engaging content without unnecessary grinding.

    • “My only complaint about the demo is that it is tedious to achievement hunt due to the necessary replays, and the secret boss is insanely difficult to beat (although I am sure that is the intention).”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development in the game is praised for its charming and whimsical design, drawing inspiration from titles like Earthbound and Undertale. Players appreciate the goofy character designs and humorous dialogue, which contribute to an engaging and lighthearted experience.

    • “The character design is cute.”
    • “Fun bullet hell turn-based RPG that is heavily inspired by Earthbound and Undertale, featuring some of the goofiest character designs and dialogue I've ever seen in a video game, and I'm all for it! 😂🤣”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's charm and engaging minigames, which enhance its replayability. However, they suggest that adding features like a fast text automasher and a cutscene skip key could further improve the overall experience and encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “I saw this game at an Undertale fangame event, and while it's not a fangame, I became very interested in it since it seemed very charming. The minigames looked fun and incentivized replayability, which I'm a huge fan of.”
    • “Now, something that would drastically improve the player experience and replayability is a fast text automasher and a cutscene skip key.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally impactful, drawing comparisons to Undertale but appreciating its superior visuals and more wholesome atmosphere. The experience elicits strong reactions, including laughter and tears, highlighting its ability to engage players on a deep emotional level.

    • “It's like 20% Undertale but with better visuals and a more wholesome and fun mood.”
    • “I cried, screamed, and was overwhelmed with emotion.”
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