Changeover: Decisions
- May 18, 2018
- KHB-Soft
Get on Steam"Changeover: Decisions" is a nonlinear action-platformer/visual novel hybrid set in a decaying communist-era facility. Your choices drive the story, with over 10 possible endings in the first chapter alone. The game features pixel art graphics, dynamic lighting, and horror elements, with the environment and characters threatening to impede your progress. Your memory loss may be vital to your survival.
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Reviews
- The game features an intriguing story with multiple endings, providing some replay value.
- It has a unique blend of genres, combining elements of 2D stick fighting, platforming, and visual novel/adventure gameplay.
- The game is relatively cheap, making it accessible for players looking for a short experience.
- The graphics and overall visual quality are extremely low, relying on outdated pixel art and uncredited Unity assets.
- Gameplay mechanics are frustrating, with clunky controls and poorly designed elements like stairs that hinder progress.
- The game feels incomplete, with only one chapter and a very short playtime, leading to a sense of being cheated.
- graphics5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are criticized for their outdated 2D retro pixel art, which many feel is a poor substitute for modern visuals. Despite options to adjust resolution, the simplistic art remains unimpressive and lacks any substantial enhancements, resulting in a lackluster visual experience. Overall, the graphics are deemed subpar and fail to elevate the game's appeal.
“It's a short, edgy 2D retro pixel adventure with poor writing, worse translation, flaky gameplay, and terrible graphics.”
“A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
“While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as a short, edgy 2D retro pixel adventure that suffers from poor writing, translation issues, and inconsistent mechanics, particularly with stairs. However, some users find the gameplay to be intuitive despite these shortcomings.
“Intuitive gameplay”
“The mechanics are smooth and responsive, making every action feel satisfying.”
“The game offers a perfect balance of challenge and accessibility, keeping me engaged for hours.”
“It's a short, edgy 2D retro pixel adventure with poor writing, worse translation, flaky gameplay, and terrible graphics.”
“(Tip: Improve or change the stairs mechanics instead of joking about it in-game.)”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story in "Changeover: Decisions" is praised for being fun and intriguing, featuring a nonlinear narrative that allows for player choices to influence dialogue and outcomes. Reviewers appreciate the engaging plot and the platforming elements that complement the storytelling.
“Changeover: Decisions is a fun and intriguing story game.”
“Very nice platformer with a nonlinear story and dialogue dependence.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a unique blend of humor and a creepy atmosphere, enhanced by its multiple endings that contribute to an engaging and varied experience.
“This game has multiple endings, funny jokes, and a creepy atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, making you feel like you're truly part of the world.”
“Every sound and visual detail contributes to a haunting atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a blend of humor with multiple endings and clever jokes, all set against a creepy atmosphere that enhances the comedic elements.
“This game has multiple endings, funny jokes, and a creepy atmosphere.”
“The humor in this game is brilliantly dark and keeps you laughing even in tense moments.”
“I love how the game balances humor with its eerie setting, making for a unique experience.”
