Blacklist Mafia
- August 1, 2024
- VICTORIA Games
Get on SteamWelcome to the world of Blacklist Mafia ruled by Chicago gangster empires. Get ready for an exciting adventure filled with humor and intrigue that will immerse you in an atmosphere of unbridled joy and danger. Created with love for detail, the game will amaze you with its stunning visual style. A deep plot and an interesting story will guide you through tangled intrigues, betrayals and unexpected…
Reviews
- The game features excellent voice acting and clear dialogue, making it enjoyable for language learners.
- The visuals are stunning and immersive, creating a captivating atmosphere reminiscent of classic gangster films.
- The humor and intriguing plot keep players engaged, making it a memorable interactive story despite its short length.
- The game lacks a save function, requiring players to complete it in one sitting, which can be frustrating.
- Gameplay is minimal, with most of the experience consisting of fixed conversations and limited interaction.
- Some players feel the balance between story and gameplay is off, with too much narrative before any significant action.
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as an engaging but brief interactive narrative, featuring fixed conversations that can only be skipped. While the plot and voice acting are praised, many players feel that the balance between story and gameplay is skewed, with excessive narrative content before any gameplay begins.
“An interesting plot and good voice acting.”
“I would like to have a continuation of the story.”
“It's a rather short game, and actually not that much of a game but more like an interactive story.”
“The conversations are also fixed; they just tell the story and cannot be stopped, only skipped.”
“But I think the balance of story to gameplay is a little off.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their stunning visuals and immersive quality, effectively transporting players to a vividly realized 1930s Chicago. The sharpness and detail of the graphics enhance the overall gaming experience, making it feel like players are part of a gangster film.
“Absolutely gorgeous visuals and incredible writing plus dialogue.”
“The graphics are so immersive that I sometimes forget I'm not actually in 1930s Chicago.”
“The visuals are so sharp that my eyes are starting to feel like they need a vacation.”
“The graphics?”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its creativity and ability to keep players entertained, blending well with the themes of intrigue and betrayal. Many players find the dialogues accessible and amusing, enhancing their overall experience.
“So creative, really funny.”
“This game has it all: intrigue, betrayal, and enough humor to keep you laughing while plotting your next move.”
“I still recommend the game, mainly because I'm learning Russian at the moment, and the dialogues are on the easier side, and I liked the humor.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highlighted as a key component that, along with visuals and gameplay, creates an unforgettable gaming experience. Players appreciate the ability to adjust music volume, enhancing their overall immersion. However, there are only three options available for customization.
“Its visuals, gameplay, and music combine for an unforgettable gaming experience.”
“There are exactly 3 options: the text language, and the volume of the voices and music.”
“There are exactly 3 options: the text language, the volume of the voices, and the music.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the combination of visuals, gameplay, and music, creating a memorable experience; however, some feel that the balance between story and gameplay could be improved.
“Its visuals, gameplay, and music combine for an unforgettable gaming experience.”
“But I think the balance of story to gameplay is a little off.”
