Blood Money
- July 12, 2018
- Choice of Games
Get on Steam"Blood Money" is a single-player role-playing game with a good plot. After your mother, the city's crime boss, is murdered by your cousin, you must navigate a power struggle within your family using your ability to summon and command ghosts. The game allows you to customize your character's gender and sexuality, and features multiple story paths including taking over the family business, defecting to a rival gang, or forming connections with the dead.
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Reviews
- The writing is beautiful and evocative, creating an immersive experience with well-developed characters that players genuinely care about.
- The game offers meaningful choices that significantly impact the story, encouraging multiple playthroughs to explore different outcomes.
- Character creation is diverse and engaging, allowing players to deeply connect with their character and the storyline.
- Some players found the story to be slow-paced and lacking excitement, leading to moments of boredom.
- There are minor editing issues and occasional typographical errors that can detract from the overall experience.
- Certain choices feel random or predetermined, making it difficult for players to relate to the protagonist and their motivations.
- story29 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, featuring an interesting and immersive plot centered around ghosts and mobsters, with engaging characters and meaningful choices that enhance replayability. While some users noted minor editing issues and a few found the narrative disjointed or lacking impact, many appreciated the depth of the storyline and the ability to roleplay within it. Overall, the writing and plot structure are praised, though opinions vary on its execution and coherence.
“The general plot is interesting, well fleshed out, and as believable as any story about ghosts and mobsters could ever hope to be.”
“An engaging storyline and interesting cast of characters.”
“The ability to roleplay and connect to the story was amazing in this game.”
“This one is a boring story.”
“I honestly really tried to get into this story, but it just didn't happen.”
“Very poor storyline.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that while some performances are solid, there is a notable inconsistency in character portrayals, particularly with Cusack, who struggles to deliver a cohesive performance. The writing lacks the sharpness needed to elevate the story, resulting in a less impactful overall experience.
“But in each he never stops offering a solid performance in whatever role he’s given.”
“So many great performances would not have existed.”
“But his performance will be.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its beautiful and heartfelt writing, which fosters a genuine connection with the characters and emphasizes the significance of player choices. However, some users found the overall story to be lacking in engagement.
“The writing is beautiful, evocative, and heartfelt, with characters that you genuinely grow to care about, and choices that genuinely matter to the plot.”
“The game takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, making you feel every joy and sorrow alongside the characters.”
“I was moved to tears by the depth of the story and the connections I formed with the characters.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its strong character investment, though some players find the mechanics, particularly regarding ghost levels, to be less unique and occasionally unclear. Overall, while the mechanics may not stand out, the emotional connection to the character enhances the experience.
“I've played games with more unique mechanics and occasionally clearer mechanics, but I've never played a game where I became so invested in my character.”
“I've played games with more unique mechanics and occasionally clearer mechanics, but I'm still unsure how the ghost levels play into this game.”
“I've played games with more unique mechanics and occasionally clearer mechanics, but I'm still unsure how the ghost levels play into this game.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as darkly funny, with standout performances, particularly by John Cusack, enhancing the comedic elements. Overall, players find the humor effective, complemented by decent acting from the supporting cast.
“Darkly funny, as John Cusack does better than anyone, ever.”
“I thought it was pretty funny, and the acting by the other three kids wasn't horrid.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users feel that the game lacks sufficient romance and character development, which diminishes their overall enjoyment.
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, contributing to an enjoyable experience, although some users noted minor issues such as typographical errors that detract from the overall presentation.
