The campaign management aspect is well-executed, providing a good overview of political processes and decision-making.
The writing is engaging and humorous, making the experience enjoyable despite its flaws.
The game offers a unique premise by intertwining werewolf rights with political themes, which some players found appealing.
Character customization is minimal, with no options for gender or sexual orientation, making it hard for players to connect with the protagonist.
The werewolf lore is shallow and underexplored, failing to provide depth to the supernatural elements of the story.
Many plot twists are predictable, diminishing the overall suspense and engagement in the narrative.
story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
67%
9%
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 relatable character. Many reviewers noted that the narrative is overly prescriptive, limiting player agency and failing to deliver on the supernatural elements that were heavily advertised. Additionally, the plot twists are predictable, and the overall execution leaves much to be desired, making it feel more like a poorly written manual than an engaging choose-your-own-adventure experience.
“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
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn criticism for being overly complex and tedious, with players feeling overwhelmed by excessive text and poorly integrated plot elements, particularly regarding werewolves, which were heavily advertised but underutilized in gameplay.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express mixed feelings about the use of gender-neutral pronouns in the narrative, with some appreciating the opportunity for personal interpretation, while others feel that this choice creates a sense of disconnection from the emotional experience of the story.
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some players finding them lacking compared to previous titles, which were appreciated for their intellectual depth despite their graphical limitations. Overall, the visuals are seen as mediocre and not particularly impressive.
“I enjoyed the previous games because they were intellectually rewarding even though they were graphically challenged, while this game is neither here nor there.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The gameplay involves managing a campaign, making choices, and engaging in dialogue with characters, though it is heavily text-based, requiring players to navigate through extensive written content.
“The gameplay allows you to manage the campaign, make choices, engage in conversations, and navigate through a wealth of text.”
“The gameplay involves managing the campaign, making choices, interacting with characters, and wading through tons of text.”
“The gameplay is bogged down by excessive text, making it feel tedious and overwhelming.”
“The gameplay lacks engagement, as it often feels like a chore to navigate through the dialogue and choices.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as engaging and consistently funny, with players finding themselves laughing at various points throughout the experience. Even those less familiar with political themes can appreciate the comedic elements, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
“The writing is very engaging and had me laughing in a good way at multiple points, and 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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The optimization aspect of the game is unclear, particularly regarding how various stats influence interactions with the press about the economy. Players express confusion over the mechanics that determine the effectiveness of their communication strategies, indicating a lack of transparency in the game's optimization systems.
“In this game, however, I have no idea if talking to the press about the economy is affected by job performance, insider knowledge, (wo)man of the people, or spinmeister (or whatever the name is of the stat that I assume influences your ability to manipulate effectively).”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players indicate that the game has potential for replayability, although many have only completed it once. The consensus suggests that there are elements that encourage multiple playthroughs.
“I've only played through once, but it seems like it has replay value.”