Deported: Drain the Swamp
- November 5, 2018
- Crankage Games
Get on Steam"Deported: Drain the Swamp" is a political satire game where players take on the role of the President, tasked with deporting undocumented immigrants and building a wall. The game features various challenges and obstacles as players navigate the complex world of immigration policy. With its tongue-in-cheek humor and controversial subject matter, "Deported: Drain the Swamp" is sure to spark debate and discussion.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is a humorous and entertaining experience, providing laughs through its witty dialogue and political satire.
- It's a short and straightforward game, making it a quick and enjoyable way to pass 20-30 minutes.
- The gameplay is reminiscent of classic arcade titles like Pac-Man, with smooth controls and engaging mechanics.
- The game is very short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and replayability.
- The humor may not resonate with everyone, and some found the writing forced or lacking originality.
- The grid-based gameplay can become monotonous, and there is a desire for more variety in power-ups and challenges.
- humor35 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mix of light-hearted comedy and political satire, often eliciting chuckles through clever dialogue and spoof characters. While some players found the humor lacking or derivative, many appreciated the game's ability to tackle sensitive subjects with a tongue-in-cheek approach, making it enjoyable for those with a taste for dark or absurd humor. Overall, the game is described as funny and engaging, particularly for fans of arcade-style gameplay and contemporary references.
“The spoof characters are amazing, took me like 5 minutes or so to figure out the names, and it made me laugh.”
“Crankage Games puts together some funny dialogue with just the right amount of stupidity.”
“Drain the Swamp is a simple-to-learn, fun-to-play game, chock full of humor and contemporary political satire.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it boring and overly simplistic, particularly criticizing the grid-based mechanics. However, others appreciate its unique maze-runner style and engaging humor, noting that it offers a short but enjoyable experience with potential for replay value. Overall, while the gameplay may not appeal to everyone, it has its moments of charm and creativity.
“This one is an arcade, old school gameplay.”
“Dialogue is funny and gameplay engaging and unique.”
“The dialogue may be humorous to some, but even the cheapest of games isn't worth it if it's over in 15 minutes of gameplay.”
“The grid-based gameplay is really boring. Honestly, after the story intro and it came on screen that it was a grid system game, I wasn't enthusiastic about it. I did try it because I had to be fair and give it a chance, but I got pretty far and the music helped with that.”
“The gameplay style is kind of a maze-runner, without all the tight corridors like Pac-Man or a similar styled game.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as thin but features likable characters, making it a quick and straightforward experience that can be completed in about 30 minutes. While the grid-based gameplay may detract from the overall enjoyment, the streamlined narrative and engaging music provide a decent backdrop for casual play.
“This game is exactly what it claims to be: a 30-minute streamlined story, with some interesting gameplay thrown in.”
“If you're looking for something to kill some time, this game is an easy, quick story to run through in 30 minutes or less.”
“It's plot is thin, but the characters are well-developed.”
“The plot is thin, but the characters are decent.”
“If you're looking for something to kill some time, this game offers an easy, quick story that can be completed in 30 minutes or less.”
“The grid-based gameplay is really boring; honestly, after the story intro, I wasn't enthusiastic about it. I tried to give it a chance, but I lost interest quickly.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its chill and funky vibe, enhancing the overall experience and keeping players engaged even during less exciting gameplay moments. Reviewers appreciate the quality and style of the soundtrack, which complements the game's arcade feel and contributes to its enjoyable atmosphere.
“The music is so chill; I don't know where you get your music for these things, but I love it.”
“The music helped with that. I wasn't enthusiastic about the grid-based gameplay, but I got pretty far thanks to the music.”
“This game brings back great arcade-style play with really awesome and funky music. The whole thing is smooth, and I really enjoyed it.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their smoothness and appealing visuals, contributing to an enjoyable arcade-style experience. Users appreciate the vibrant and funky aesthetic, describing it as a standout feature that enhances the overall fun of the game.
“The graphics are a diamond to look at; the whole thing is smooth and visually appealing.”
“Visually, the game is nice and feels like a fun small game.”
“The graphics are really awesome, and the overall visual experience is enjoyable.”
“The graphics are incredibly outdated and look like they belong to a game from a decade ago.”
“I was really disappointed with the graphics; they lack detail and feel very flat.”
“The visual quality is subpar, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players find the game enjoyable and recognize its potential for replayability, though they note that it is somewhat short. Suggestions for enhancing replay value include the addition of randomized maps, difficulty settings, and infinite endurance rounds. Overall, while the game is fun, there is a desire for more features to increase its replayability.
“This was a fun little game - a bit short, but it has some decent replayability.”
“The game is fun, but I would like to see other things featured in the game; things like randomized maps, easy/normal/hard mode, infinite endurance rounds, and a few other things that would enhance the replay value.”
“The game is fun, but I would like to see other things featured in the game; things like randomized maps, easy/normal/hard mode, infinite endurance rounds, and a few other things that would enhance the replay value of the game.”
“A short, sweet adventure; I can also say it has potential for replay value in the gameplay aspect.”
