Blind Men
- July 25, 2017
- Man-Eater Games
Get on Steam"Blind Men" is a boys' love visual novel that follows Keegan, a young super villain wannabe, on his first heist to join the League of Evil. However, his plans are thwarted by two spies from opposing agencies, leading to various cliché-filled and humorous outcomes. With 50k+ words, 2 romanceable characters, and multiple endings, players can choose to keep it light-hearted or turn it into a serious spy adventure, available in both English and Spanish.
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Reviews
- The game features a humorous and engaging story centered around a wannabe supervillain, making it a fun experience.
- The character designs and art are well done, with charming love interests and a lighthearted tone.
- Multiple endings and routes provide replayability, allowing players to explore different outcomes and character dynamics.
- The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more depth and development in the story and character relationships.
- Some routes feel rushed or lack sufficient romantic content, which may disappoint those seeking a deeper romance experience.
- There are technical issues, such as broken achievements and minor writing errors, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- story28 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story is a light-hearted and engaging narrative centered around a day of villainy and personal dynamics, featuring well-written characters and a fun, spy-themed plot. While romance is present, it is not the main focus, leading to a simple yet enjoyable experience that some found predictable. Overall, the game offers a unique take on familiar tropes, with a commendable balance of humor and seriousness, though its brevity and limited choices may leave some players wanting more.
“Great design, really cute, the story is interesting and funny with smart twists and an original take on the spy movie theme.”
“The protagonist is sympathetic, the characters are well-written, and the game is surprisingly story-driven.”
“A pretty short experience, I got about 4 hours out of it, but the characters are fun and the writing was enough to keep me engaged... also, it's nice to have a queer game that isn't as mundane as others usually are... the game focuses mostly on the story rather than the romance aspect, and the story is very fun; supervillainy?”
“I can't really consider this much more than a 'how they met' story.”
“The plot was simple, and at some points predictable.”
“Story is too short.”
- humor15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this visual novel is a standout feature, characterized by its lighthearted take on spy themes, with quirky characters and witty writing that elicits genuine laughter. Players appreciate the clever twists and amusing interactions, particularly between the exaggerated American and stereotypical Russian characters, making for a fun and engaging experience. While some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, overall, it contributes significantly to the game's charm and entertainment value.
“It's a unique, funny visual novel with a ridiculous American character and a stereotypical Russian character (muscular, tall, blond, & serious, with fur on his coat).”
“Great design, really cute, the story is interesting and funny with smart twists and an original take on the spy movie theme.”
“Also, I loved the humor and the writing - unlike some visual novels, this was not a chore to go through for the pretty pictures, and instead it was written in a sharp, fun manner.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy, classy, and well-suited to the overall experience, enhancing the charm of the writing and art design. However, some users reported occasional issues with the music dropping out, which may be related to gameplay mechanics. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, with players often pausing to enjoy the complete loops.
“All in all, though, the music is nice, the story is fun, a number of the character panels are nice, and the character dynamics are neat.”
“Catchy, classy and well-fitting music is another fine aspect of the game.”
“Nifty soundtrack - I actually paused on pages to listen to the complete loops.”
“Sometimes the music would have issues with dropping out to silence - though that may have had more to do with me messing around with the log/history or leaving things on a screen too long/too short.”
“I found the writing to be very charming and appreciated the music and art design as well.”
“My first play with him had me humming the theme song to Bodyguard.”
- character development4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the character development shows promise, with appealing and well-executed character designs that enhance the overall aesthetic. The simplicity of the designs allows for potential depth in character growth throughout the game.
“There's a good bit of potential for character development.”
“The character designs are simple yet well-done.”
“Attractive character design.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have stability issues, including bugs that affect functionality, such as the skip feature not always working properly.
“The game is quite buggy, with the skip feature sometimes not functioning properly.”
“I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay experience.”
“There are numerous glitches that make it hard to enjoy the game.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their fantastic artwork, complementing the overall aesthetic of the game.
“The artwork was fantastic, as well as the music.”
