Austen Translation

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Austen Translation is a single player and multiplayer casual strategy game. It was developed by Worthing & Moncrieff and was released on May 1, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Austen Translation is a tongue-in-cheek strategy game which borrows heavily from the visual novel tradition. It can be played solo against bots or as a multi-player match with up to five players. Randomly combined plot elements, settings, endings and rivals make each playthrough feel fresh.

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

humor8 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game is quite funny and enjoyable, especially when played with friends, making it a great casual experience.
The voiceover and writing are highlights, capturing the wit and charm of Jane Austen's style, which adds to the overall enjoyment.
Each game session is short and sweet, allowing for quick play sessions that can be entertaining and lighthearted.

The gameplay can be repetitive and lacks depth, with limited actions and scenarios that may lead to a feeling of monotony.
There are issues with unskippable transitions and some bugs that can disrupt the experience, affecting overall enjoyment.
The game may not have enough replay value for some players, as the randomness can lead to similar experiences across multiple playthroughs.

humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, particularly when played with friends, offering a mix of lighthearted and situational comedy. While some find the humor to be simplistic or reminiscent of outdated jokes, others appreciate its charm, especially those who enjoy British wit and social dynamics. Overall, the game is described as fun and funny, with moments of hilarity stemming from player interactions and unexpected scenarios.
- “Quite funny, especially when playing with a couple of friends.”
- “I think this is both fun and funny!”
- “Sabotaging your opponent by allowing them to step in the turd you noticed is just plain funny.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is generally viewed as straightforward and repetitive, lacking depth and strategic variety, which limits its long-term appeal. While it serves as a quick puzzle game for short sessions, many players find it dismal and lacking in replay value, with customization options offering minimal impact on the overall experience. Additionally, issues like small text size detract from the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “The gameplay is fairly straightforward.”
- “The customization options don't add much to the gameplay, I would say, but they are a fun touch to have.”
- “On the other hand, the actual gameplay of the chapters has very tiny writing, which would need to be scaled up, along with the stats, for that.”
- “Being able to add more rounds (and multiple selections per round) would give it more strategic depth, as sadly there isn't enough gameplay for a strong recommendation.”
- “The problem is that the gameplay itself is dismal.”
- “There is not a ton of replay value after a couple of hours of gameplay.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the variety and systems designed to enhance replay value, others find it repetitive and lacking depth after a few hours. It may appeal to those seeking a casual experience, but its long-term replay potential is debated among users.
- “I was a little worried about replay value, but the game has more variety than you'd expect at first glance.”
- “The issue I had with the replayability might be debated by some, because there is actually a system in place to make it more replayable.”
- “Would recommend to anyone who likes a casual and clever short game with high replayability and, of course, enjoys Austenesque wit and ruthlessness :)”
- “The game has some really nice aspects, such as the voiceover and the quirky different things that happen, but overall I was left feeling the game was slow, repetitive, and lacking much replayability.”
- “Repetitive/low replayability.”
- “There is not a ton of replay value after a couple of hours of gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their appealing style and suitability for mobile gaming, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the combination of graphics, writing, and voiceovers, noting that the visual design complements the game's satirical tone effectively.
- “I love the graphic style, and the gameplay is amusing.”
- “It's a great concept, with appropriate graphics, writing, and voiceovers; all kinds of great things are there.”
- “Great satirical visual novel/party game hybrid, love the art style.”
- “I feel like the graphics in particular were almost designed for mobile gaming, rather than PC, because of the sheer scale of them and the titles.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game exhibits some stability issues, with users reporting occasional bugs during gameplay; however, these glitches are generally not frustrating enough to significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “It's still a little buggy; I ran into a few bugs in the seven or so playthroughs I've done, but nothing too frustrating.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several glitches that disrupted my gameplay, which was quite disappointing.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, complementing the humor and narration effectively, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “The humor is on point, the music and narration are great, and so is the art.”