Demetrios: The Big Cynical Adventure

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 111 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • graphics
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While it may look like a dirty cartoon, Demetrios: The BIG Cynical Adventure is endearing and eminently playable.
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"Demetrios: The Big Cynical Adventure" is a humorous point-and-click game reminiscent of classics like Broken Sword. After antique dealer Bjorn Thonen is robbed, he and neighbor Sandra embark on a mysterious investigation, uncovering ancient secrets along the way. The game offers puzzles and situations for various skill levels, with high interactivity and ridiculous item combinations. All purchases include DRM-free and Steam keys, compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux.

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Reviews

77%
Audience ScoreBased on 111 reviews
humor79 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a humorous and light-hearted story with plenty of funny dialogue and quirky characters.
  • Puzzles are generally enjoyable and not overly difficult, with a helpful hint system that enhances the gameplay experience.
  • The game has a decent length, providing several hours of entertainment with various mini-games and collectibles to find.
  • The humor, particularly the toilet jokes, can be juvenile and may not appeal to all players, leading to a sense of repetitiveness.
  • Many characters are unlikable and the dialogue can feel excessively long and tedious, making it a chore to progress.
  • The art style and graphics are often described as subpar, which detracts from the overall experience of the game.
  • humor81 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, heavily leaning on toilet and juvenile humor that some players find hilarious while others deem it crude and overdone. Many reviews highlight moments of genuine laughter and clever dialogue, but the reliance on gross-out jokes can alienate those who prefer more sophisticated comedy. Overall, the humor is polarizing; it appeals to fans of slapstick and absurdity, but may not resonate with everyone due to its often juvenile tone.

    • “It's never cheesy, always hilarious!!!”
    • “I found myself literally laughing out loud at much of the hysterical dialogue!!!”
    • “The writing is light and funny, and it works mostly because our characters take themselves very seriously saying the most ridiculous stuff.”
    • “Bland and unfunny dialogue, and feels like a chore to play.”
    • “It's the cringey kind of humor you'd find in a lot of current American comedy films that, to me, seems desperate for a laugh.”
  • story48 mentions

    The game's story is a mix of humor and adventure, featuring a quirky antique dealer embroiled in a treasure hunt filled with eccentric characters and comedic elements. While some players found the plot engaging and entertaining, others criticized it for being predictable and lacking depth, with a few noting that the humor felt forced at times. Overall, the narrative is described as light-hearted and silly, appealing to those who enjoy whimsical storytelling, though it may not satisfy players seeking a more profound experience.

    • “It's fun, humorous, and funny as hell with great storytelling and good characters.”
    • “The main plot is nothing earth-shattering, but a lot of creative choices spice it up enough to make the whole experience exciting and keep you engaged.”
    • “The whimsical plot and cast of incompatible and flawed characters reminded me of the film 'The Big Lebowski' in its irreverent style, which is really the only way to make a game like this.”
    • “The plot has dozens of holes, and nothing really engages me in the treasure murder mystery plot.”
    • “The story has no pay-off; its conclusion leaves you feeling empty.”
    • “The story isn't interesting, and the characters are really annoying.”
  • graphics21 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the colorful, hand-drawn backgrounds and comic book style, while others criticize the character designs as unappealing or poorly executed. Although the artwork is described as nice by some, there are significant complaints about the overall art style feeling disconnected or reminiscent of amateur work. Overall, the graphics are seen as a blend of charming and flawed, reflecting a personal taste that varies widely among players.

    • “✅ Cartoony, colorful, and cute hand-drawn background artwork and character models.”
    • “Bright comic-book style graphics play nicely into this light-hearted point-and-click.”
    • “The graphics might be a bit old-school 2D style, but they are well done; I find them pretty cool and lovable.”
    • “I wasn't crazy about the art style; some of the characters looked like malformed blobs.”
    • “Also, the graphics are horrific, like some high schooler who was just learning to draw characters did them.”
    • “The story is simple, and the jokes are crude and gross, so overall the art style does match the other game components.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its catchy and pleasant qualities, effectively complementing the humorous tone and beautiful artwork. However, several users noted that it can become repetitive and grating over time due to a lack of variety, leading some to mute it in favor of other background music.

    • “✅ Catchy soundtrack fits the game's humorous tone.”
    • “Beautiful art and music, well-written script and logical puzzles.”
    • “Music is rather earwormish.”
    • “On the one hand, it's a decent length for this type of game; the artwork is nice, and the music is pleasant (if a little repetitive after a while).”
    • “Music gets a little grating after a while as there's not a huge amount of variety.”
    • “Music is even worse than the graphics (had to mute it and play Robert Rich in the background instead).”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is a classic first-person point-and-click experience, enhanced by a unique hint system involving collectible cookies that provide guidance without overwhelming the player. While some red herring items can detract from the flow, the mechanics show significant improvement over older titles, offering intuitive exploration and a variety of puzzles and mini-games. Overall, the game balances humor, plot, and gameplay effectively, resulting in a well-rounded experience.

    • “Said cookie collection is a part of a hint system which is integrated smoothly into overall gameplay (eat a cookie - get a hint), there are 3 per screen and some are beyond obscure, but you won’t need all of them to go through the game unless you’re after an achievement.”
    • “There was a good variety of gameplay; it had some arcade games, some puzzles, and even the inventory use wasn’t obscure but within the realms of logical use, which is always good.”
    • “There are too many clickable red herring items that drag out the gameplay, and it's worse that when you click on them, characters make long comments about them.”
    • “The gameplay is classic point-and-click fare, except it's all done in the first person.”
    • “Although the first chapter has some toilet humor that slightly dominates the plot and gameplay, as the game progresses it mostly evens out and becomes a surprisingly good, well-rounded game in gameplay, plot, and even humor.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, leading to a lack of motivation to continue playing.

    • “A tediously written adolescent game I couldn't be bothered to finish.”
    • “I found the game extremely tedious and boring.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers a fun, casual experience for a few hours, but many users find its replayability to be very low, limiting its long-term appeal.

  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting smooth performance and efficient resource management, while others experience significant lag and technical issues. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary widely depending on individual system configurations.

  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a well-crafted story that, while not deeply emotional, is engaging and complemented by cleverly designed puzzles that often include a sarcastic twist.

    • “The puzzles are well thought out, almost always have some sort of sarcastic twist, and the story, while not emotionally loaded, was good and well written.”
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Critic Reviews

60% average critic score

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Play time

11hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
8-16hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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