Congresswolf

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Is the next member of Congress a werewolf? Can you survive a lycanthrope's bite? There’s no silver bullet for winning an election!

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

54%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story4 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The campaign management aspect is well-executed, providing an engaging experience for players interested in political strategy.
The writing is entertaining and humorous, with a good premise that intertwines werewolf issues with political campaigns.
The game offers replay value, allowing players to explore different outcomes and plot nuances despite its relatively short length.

Character customization is minimal, with no options for gender or sexual orientation, making it difficult for players to connect with the protagonist.
The werewolf lore is shallow and underexplored, failing to provide depth or significant impact on the story despite being a central theme.
The narrative often feels dictated, with the author imposing emotions and reactions on the player, limiting genuine player agency in the story.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
59%
18%
The story has been criticized for its shallow romances and lack of character depth, particularly with the werewolf option feeling more like a plot device than a fully realized character. Many reviewers found the narrative poorly executed, resembling a legal manual rather than an engaging choose-your-own-adventure, with predictable plot twists and limited player agency in defining their character. While the overall plot holds some entertainment value, it often feels disconnected from the supernatural elements that were heavily advertised, leading to a disappointing experience for players seeking a more immersive story.
- “The plot was entertaining even if the werewolf element felt out of place; this could easily have been a game with no supernatural elements whatsoever.”
- “There may be only two outcomes to an election, but there seems to be room for nuance when it comes to which plot to explore, and it's a lot of fun to play.”
- “While I thought that the plot was interesting, the text played out more like a badly written legal manual than an in-depth story.”
- “The story is written like it should've just been a short novel rather than a choose your own adventure because the author speaks for you and tells you how you feel in different scenarios 95% of the time.”
- “Even when you do become a werewolf, it seems to have shockingly little impact on the story as a whole.”
- “Many of the major plot elements are incredibly obvious, leaving little to the imagination.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for being overly verbose and convoluted, making it difficult for players to engage with the content. Additionally, there is a disconnect between the game's advertised themes, such as werewolves, and their actual prominence in the gameplay, leading to disappointment among users.
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constantly being bombarded by ads and in-game purchases.”
- “It's frustrating that the game locks essential features behind a paywall, forcing players to spend money to fully experience what should be included in the base game.”
- “The constant push for microtransactions detracts from the overall gameplay experience, leaving a sour taste that overshadows any enjoyment.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express mixed feelings about the use of gender-neutral pronouns, with some appreciating the opportunity for personal interpretation, while others feel that this choice creates a sense of disconnection from the characters and the emotional narrative.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some players noting that while previous titles were graphically limited, they offered intellectual rewards, whereas this game fails to excel in either aspect.
- “I enjoyed the previous games because they were intellectually rewarding even though they were graphically challenged, while this game is neither here nor there.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern title.”
- “The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The gameplay involves managing a campaign, making choices, engaging in conversations, and navigating through extensive text, emphasizing a narrative-driven experience.
- “The gameplay is immersive, allowing you to manage the campaign, make impactful choices, and engage in meaningful conversations with characters.”
- “I love how the gameplay encourages exploration and decision-making, making every choice feel significant.”
- “The combination of strategy and narrative in the gameplay keeps me engaged and invested in the story.”
- “The gameplay is bogged down by an overwhelming amount of text, making it feel more like reading than playing.”
- “Managing the campaign and making choices is tedious, and the constant dialogue feels excessive.”
- “While the concept of interacting with characters is interesting, the gameplay suffers from being overly text-heavy.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
The humor in the game is described as engaging and consistently funny, with players finding themselves laughing at various points. The writing effectively resonates with a wide audience, even those less politically savvy, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “The writing is very engaging and had me laughing in a good way at multiple points.”
- “Even a politically challenged individual like myself managed to get my candidate elected twice in a row, though the first campaign did markedly better than the second.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization aspect of the game is unclear, particularly regarding how various character stats influence interactions with the press and the economy, leaving players uncertain about the effectiveness of their choices.
- “In this game, however, I have no idea if talking to the press about the economy is affected by job performance, insider knowledge, being a person of the people, or spinmeister (or whatever the name is of the stat that I assume influences your ability to manipulate effectively).”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Many users indicate that the game appears to have replay value, even if they have only completed it once.
- “I've only played through once, but it seems like it has great replay value.”
- “The different choices and outcomes make me want to play again and explore new paths.”
- “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, keeping the game fresh and exciting.”
- “I've only played through once, but it seems like it has replay value.”
- “After completing the game, I don't feel motivated to play it again; the story doesn't change enough.”
- “The lack of different endings or choices makes it hard to justify a second playthrough.”