Death of Marionette

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Sawyer and her friends arrive at a ruined factory to prepare an event. While everyone’s busy, Sawyer experiences something strange inside the building. Sometime later, Huck Finn, Sawyer’s boyfriend, arrives at the factory with some friends after receiving a text message from her... An RPG Maker style adventure game with real time combat - clear your path with your trusty Steel Pipe. Enhance yo…

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Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Great presentation and atmosphere, showcasing the developer's effort to push the engine to its limits.
Interesting and entertaining story with likable characters, despite some criticisms about its depth.
Unique combat system that adds a new layer to the gameplay, making it more engaging than typical RPGMaker titles.

Combat can be janky and frustrating, with issues like unreliable hitboxes and clunky mechanics.
The story is considered lacking by some, particularly in terms of depth and satisfying endings.
Camera issues and frustrating mechanics in certain sections can lead to unnecessary difficulty spikes.

story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it interesting and entertaining, featuring action and emotional moments, while others feel it lacks depth and leaves much to be desired, particularly in its endings. Overall, while the narrative is appreciated for its presentation and effort, it does not stand out as exceptional or groundbreaking.
- “The story was pretty interesting, with lots of action and touching moments.”
- “I really enjoyed the story and there are moments that really made me laugh.”
- “Fun and good game mechanics and story.”
- “The story is a little lacking, particularly in the endings, in my opinion.”
- “The story is just fine; it's not amazing or life-changing.”
- “Although the story is left to be desired, the overall game is pretty alright.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The gameplay is generally well-received, with praise for the new combat system and engaging mechanics, though some players find certain sections and mechanics frustrating. Overall, it combines fun gameplay with a compelling story.
- “The gameplay is great, and I like the new combat system as well as the difficulty levels.”
- “Fun and engaging game mechanics combined with a captivating story.”
- “There are just some sections and mechanics that are frustrating to deal with.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted the flow of the game, making it less enjoyable.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its great presentation, creating an engaging environment for players. However, some reviewers note that the overall experience is somewhat diminished by issues in combat mechanics and a lackluster story, particularly in the endings.
- “Great presentation, atmosphere, etc.”
- “+ great presentation, nice atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is great, but the jankiness of the combat really detracts from the overall experience, especially on higher difficulties.”
- “While the presentation is impressive, the atmosphere feels undermined by a lackluster story and unsatisfying endings.”
- “The game has a captivating atmosphere, but it is marred by combat issues that can be frustrating, particularly in challenging scenarios.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features an engaging story filled with action and poignant moments that resonate emotionally with players.
- “The story was pretty interesting, with lots of action and touching moments.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players noting that the story includes several moments that elicit genuine laughter, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
- “I really enjoyed the story, and there were moments that truly made me laugh.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes that kept me entertained throughout.”
- “I found myself chuckling at the witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the character designs, highlighting them as a standout feature, with particular admiration for the character Atari. However, there is limited information on the depth of character development beyond aesthetics.
- “The character designs are exceptional, and my personal favorite is Atari.”
- “The depth of character development really makes you feel connected to the story.”
- “Each character evolves in a way that feels natural and engaging throughout the game.”