Devil's Kiss
- February 21, 2020
- Size Five Games
In "Devil's Kiss," players navigate a dangerous, monster-infested world as bounty hunter Freya. With an array of firearms and melee weapons, Freya battles nightmarish creatures and bosses, while gathering resources to craft and upgrade her arsenal. The game combines fast-paced action with a haunting atmosphere and a captivating narrative set in a mysterious, dark fantasy universe.
Reviews
- The game is free when purchased with Lair of the Clockwork God, making it a great bonus.
- It features humorous writing and clever meta jokes that can elicit genuine laughs.
- The game is short and sweet, taking about 30 minutes to complete, which makes it a quick and enjoyable experience.
- There is only one ending despite the illusion of choice, leading to frustration for players seeking different outcomes.
- The game suffers from technical issues, such as missing dialogue and a poor save system.
- Some players found the humor to be hit-or-miss, particularly if they are not fans of the developers' style.
- humor20 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this visual novel is widely praised for its clever writing and comedic timing, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. Many reviews highlight its short length, with a mix of meta and 90's humor, making it an enjoyable and light-hearted experience, especially for fans of the creators' style. While some players may not resonate with the humor, overall, it is considered a funny addition to the genre.
“I won't spoil anything aside from saying that it's hilarious.”
“Great art, hilarious writing.”
“Game is extremely funny, plenty of fourth wall breaks, and 90's humor.”
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story is a short and humorous visual novel that serves as a prequel to "Lair of the Clockwork God," featuring wacky writing and unique dialogue choices. However, some users found the storyline lacking depth and expressed disappointment over missing conversations, relying on imagination to fill in gaps. Overall, while the narrative is entertaining, it may not satisfy those seeking a more substantial plot.
“With great writing pulling you through a short, wacky story, Devil's Kiss is well worth the short time it takes to finish the game.”
“The story is pretty wacky, but it fits in well with the rest of Lair of the Clockwork God.”
“Story wasn't too bad, and does have some extra unique dialogue choices.”
“Basically, the storyline is so lame; I was hoping for some interesting scenes, but it fell flat.”
“There are missing conversations; you hear the sound effect but can't see the words, so you have to use your imagination for the story.”
“The story is pretty wacky, but it doesn't really connect well with the rest of the game.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is considered infinitely replayable, offering a concise experience that doesn't overstay its welcome. Players appreciate the added replayability, especially for those who enjoy exploring all narrative elements.
“Infinitely replayable.”
“Short and sweet, doesn't overstay its welcome, and even with some nice replayability for those of us who have to read absolutely everything.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replaying it feel like a chore rather than an adventure.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in; the side quests are repetitive and uninspired.”
“Despite multiple endings, the journey to reach them feels too similar, diminishing the excitement of replaying.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are not a focal point, with some users noting that they don't significantly impact the overall experience. Additionally, the absence of a full-screen option has been mentioned, but it seems to be a minor concern given the game's emphasis on gameplay over visuals.
“The graphics don't matter in this game.”
“No full screen option available.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised as great, enhancing the overall experience and contributing positively to the gameplay atmosphere.
“Great music.”