Community College Hero: Knowledge is Power
- May 17, 2018
- Hosted Games
Get on SteamIn "Community College Hero: Knowledge is Power," players step into the shoes of a new community college student with big dreams. The game combines elements of visual novels and role-playing games as players make choices that impact their character's relationships and academic performance. The goal is to balance academic success with social life while uncovering mysteries lurking on campus.
Reviews
- The game offers a great story with a lot of freedom and meaningful choices that impact the gameplay.
- Character development is well-executed, allowing players to feel immersed in the narrative and the struggles of their character.
- The writing is engaging and the game provides a fun superhero experience with quirky characters and exciting scenarios.
- Some players feel a lack of agency, as choices can feel predetermined and do not always lead to satisfying outcomes.
- The game suffers from 'Middle game syndrome', leaving many plot threads unresolved and making it feel incomplete.
- There are frustrations regarding the pacing and the wait for the next installment, leading to concerns about the series' future.
- story14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its engaging narrative and meaningful choices, allowing players to shape their character's journey in a superhero context. While some reviewers noted a shift from the balance of college life and heroics in the sequel compared to its predecessor, the overall experience remains immersive and entertaining, despite a few contrived plot resolutions. The game features quirky characters and action-packed scenes, making it a strong entry in the hosted games lineup.
“Great story, lots of freedom, choices really count.”
“With a minimum of railroading on Moser's part or conscious effort on mine, my wholesomely heroic character (think Steve Rogers at the beginning of Captain America: The First Avenger) was developing a cynical streak and confronting powerful temptations while still striving to cleave to his ideals. I was so immersed in the story and character that, looking back, I have a keener memory of watching him struggle than of actually being the one making the decisions.”
“It's a fun superhero story featuring quirky characters and plenty of meaningful choice and character development potential.”
“The way his storyline was resolved simply felt contrived, as a character I've played as fairly sensible decided to do something monumentally stupid for no evident reason other than the plot said so.”
“Like how and why did you have me go through all of those side missions then?”
“While less control over the story path, I found the second installment to be a whole lot better than the first.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a deep emotional engagement with their characters, often feeling more like observers of their struggles than active decision-makers. This immersion leads to a powerful connection with the narrative, as characters grapple with moral dilemmas and personal growth, enhancing the overall emotional impact of the game.
“With minimal railroading on Moser's part or conscious effort on my part, my wholesomely heroic character (think Steve Rogers at the beginning of Captain America: The First Avenger) was developing a cynical streak and confronting powerful temptations while still striving to adhere to his ideals. I was so immersed in the story and character that, looking back, I have a keener memory of watching him struggle than of actually being the one making the decisions.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is perceived as more conventional compared to its predecessor, with a greater emphasis on achievements tied to key story elements and high performance rather than unique or innovative challenges.
“This game's achievement list feels a little more conventional than that of the previous game, with many more achievements focused on major story routes, plot points, or high performance.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers a fun superhero narrative with quirky characters, emphasizing meaningful choices that enhance character development throughout the experience.
“It's a fun superhero story featuring quirky characters and plenty of meaningful choices and character development potential.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its strong replayability, offering an enjoyable choose-your-own-adventure experience that justifies both the time and money spent.
“A great and enjoyable choose-your-own-adventure game with excellent replay value, well worth the time and money.”
“The multiple story paths and endings make each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“I love how my choices impact the game differently each time, encouraging me to replay it again and again.”
