Candice DeBébé's Scandalous Secrets
- November 2, 2018
- Havishamone Games
Get on SteamCandice DeBebe's Scandalous Secrets is a magical action role playing game. The beautiful, multi-talented Candice DeBebe returns for the sequel to her minor hit, Candice DeBebe's Incredibly Trick Lifestyle.
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- The game features a unique art style and an excellent, catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Players can enjoy a variety of characters with different abilities, adding depth to the gameplay and making it more engaging.
- The humor and bizarre plot elements create a delightful and memorable experience for those who appreciate unconventional games.
- The game suffers from glitches and bugs, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.
- Some characters are poorly balanced, making certain gameplay aspects feel uneven and less enjoyable.
- The lack of a map and unclear objectives can lead to confusion, especially for players unfamiliar with the prequel.
- music50 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its creativity and humor, with many reviewers noting that the soundtrack is catchy and memorable, often described as "excellent" and "hilarious." While some players expressed disappointment over the lack of boss music and fewer tracks compared to the previous installment, the overall consensus is that the music enhances the game's quirky atmosphere and is a significant highlight of the experience. Many recommend purchasing the soundtrack for its unique charm and enjoyable composition.
“The soundtrack is still excellent and hilarious.”
“But you have all the sketchy game mechanics, strange characters and plot, random references and non-sequiturs, intentionally off voice acting and art, and the entirely too enjoyable soundtrack, and it comes together to make an experience that's utterly delightful.”
“While the in-game jokes are usually a 'miss' for me, the music more than makes up for it.”
“I’d prefer to just listen to the devs' music than play the game.”
“-no boss music, it really needed at least one boss music even if it was shared with all the bosses.”
“-less songs than the last game, or at least that's what it seems to me, I might be wrong.”
- story24 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story continues from the first game, maintaining its trademark humor and ridiculousness, though many players feel it lacks the memorability of its predecessor. While the narrative is engaging and well-planned, some found it repetitive, particularly with reused lines from the first game. Overall, the story is complemented by creative art and music, and it effectively incorporates side quests and lore, enhancing the gameplay experience.
“In this new installment, the humor is as trashy as ever, the story (which follows directly from the first game) manages to push the limit on how ridiculous it can get, and the art style and music remain just as creative and unique as in the first game.”
“It has a story that expands from the previous game and doesn't make senseless or boring decisions. It keeps focused on its lore, even if the lore itself is kind of weird, but it takes it seriously, like not trashing an idea mid-game or just experimenting mid-game. The story was clearly planned from beginning to end.”
“With its stunning next-gen graphics, immersive world, responsive and polished controls, deep and engaging story, and the best combat system in gaming to date, this game is absolutely flawless and perfect.”
“I was put off by what happened and the game couldn't pull me into its story.”
“The first time when Candice is talking to Shani, I got it; the developer even states it in the game saying 'Haven't I heard this before?' So, why add many more lines from the first game within Candice's story?”
“In this new installment, the humor is as trashy as ever, the story (which follows directly from the first game) manages to push the limit on how ridiculous it can get.”
- gameplay22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The gameplay has shifted to a more enjoyable 2D platforming and shooting experience, offering a variety of characters and abilities that enhance complexity compared to the first game. While players may encounter glitches and unbalanced weapons, these issues are generally minor and do not detract significantly from the overall fun, which is complemented by quirky characters, humor, and a catchy soundtrack. Overall, the game provides 10-15 hours of solid, albeit janky, gameplay that appeals to those with a sense of humor.
“Unlike the first game, the gameplay is pure 2D platforming/shooting, but I like this a lot more, so I'd say that this is an improvement.”
“But you have all the sketchy game mechanics, strange characters and plot, random references and non-sequiturs, intentionally off voice acting and art, and the entirely too enjoyable soundtrack, and it comes together to make an experience that's utterly delightful.”
“Don't let the graphics turn you off; the characters and gameplay are enjoyable if you have a sense of humor and aren't expecting a AAA title here.”
“You will be finding all kinds of jank, glitches (hint: if there's no music in a portion you probably want to restart the game), relying on broken game mechanics to do things, accidentally breaking things and getting what would be a softlock if not for the ability to return yourself to the beginning of the area, and wondering what you're missing at various times.”
“That being said, the weapons are not very well balanced (Candice's dark bullet is incredibly overpowered while Sebodore as a whole is mostly useless) and I did run across a few crashes and game-breaking bugs (such as getting the airship stuck on top of the docks and having to jump-glitch from the mountain to get to it in order to progress) but they were far and few and generally did not affect the gameplay experience.”
“All in all, there is a surprising amount of gameplay for what is essentially a joke of a game.”
- graphics16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a unique and creative art style that some players find appealing, despite not being top-tier. While the visuals may not meet AAA standards, they complement the humor and gameplay, making for an enjoyable experience overall. The game also features impressive next-gen graphics that enhance the immersive world and polished controls.
“In this new installment, the humor is as trashy as ever, the story (which follows directly from the first game) manages to push the limit on how ridiculous it can get and the art style and music remain just as creative and unique as in the first game.”
“With its stunning next-gen graphics, immersive world, responsive and polished controls, deep and engaging story, and the best combat system in gaming to date, this game is absolutely flawless and perfect.”
“It's basically better graphics but with Cuphead.”
“Don't let the graphics turn you off; the characters and gameplay are enjoyable if you have a sense of humor and aren't expecting a AAA title here.”
“While certainly an acquired taste, I just absolutely love the art style.”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as consistently hilarious and reminiscent of the first installment, with a standout soundtrack that adds to the comedic experience. While the character dialogue offers a mixed bag of humor, the fully voiced characters and engaging gameplay ensure that players with a sense of humor will still find enjoyment, despite the graphics not being top-tier. Overall, the humor remains a key highlight, though the plot may not be as memorable as before.
“The soundtrack is still excellent and hilarious.”
“The characters are still fully voiced and the game is hilarious.”
“It's just as ridiculous as the first game, the humor is still here and the plot was fun, but not nearly as memorable as the first game.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized for being glitchy and buggy, with players encountering various jank and broken mechanics that can lead to softlocks. Users often find themselves needing to restart sections due to missing audio cues and other issues, which detracts from the overall experience.
“You will be finding all kinds of jank, glitches (hint: if there's no music in a portion you probably want to restart the game), relying on broken game mechanics to do things, accidentally breaking things and getting what would be a softlock if not for the ability to return yourself to the beginning of the area, and wondering what you're missing at various times.”
“- sometimes glitchy and buggy”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game has a moderate level of replayability, suggesting that players may find some incentive to revisit it.
“There is minimal replayability value, as the game feels repetitive after the first playthrough.”
“The lack of diverse choices and outcomes significantly reduces the replayability factor.”
“Once you complete the game, there isn't much incentive to go back and play it again.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The optimization in the game is engaging, as players are motivated to improve their performance to unlock better weapons, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
