Doodle Mafia

53%
Game Brain Score Based on 30 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • story
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Doodle Mafia is a unique simulation game where you play as a criminal mastermind, building your gang and committing various crimes. You'll make decisions in different situations, from robbing banks to casting spells, while managing your crew and resources. The game features a blend of adventure, strategy, and puzzle elements, making it an engaging experience for players who enjoy open-ended gameplay.

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Reviews

53%
Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • A fun continuation of the Doodle series with a unique twist on the formula.
  • The visuals and audio are well done, providing a pleasant experience.
  • Offers a casual puzzle experience with multiple endings and a sense of humor.
  • Many combinations are unclear and do not make logical sense, leading to frustration.
  • Feels repetitive and lacks depth compared to other games in the Doodle franchise.
  • The game suffers from poor customer service and issues with antivirus software flagging it as suspicious.
  • graphics6 mentions

    The game's graphics are generally well-executed, featuring crisp visuals that can be adjusted in the menu. However, some players find the abundance of visual elements overwhelming and confusing, leading to eye strain. Overall, while the graphics are decent, they may not appeal to everyone due to their complexity.

    • “I want to mention that the visuals for the game are well done.”
    • “The visuals can be adjusted in the game's menu option.”
    • “Nice crisp graphics.”
    • “There's too many element groups; I got most of the groups and my eyes were hurting from all the visuals. Just like the groups, some of the elements don't make sense.”
    • “Graphics are okay.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of experiences, with some players finding the mechanics unclear and quests poorly designed, leading to frustration. Others note the gameplay's repetitive nature, though some appreciate its unique element-combining system, which allows for creative interactions. Overall, the gameplay seems to evoke a polarized response, balancing between innovative concepts and execution flaws.

    • “I have never played anything like it before; the gameplay is about adding elements. For example, you can take an iron bar and add a criminal to make a mugger.”
    • “Very unclear combinations and poor mechanics in quests.”
    • “While I didn't mind this game, it was way too repetitive, both in terms of gameplay and music.”
    • “I have never played anything like it before; the gameplay involves adding elements, like taking an iron bar and adding a criminal to create a mugger.”
  • story4 mentions

    The game's story features a short campaign with multiple possible endings, offering a unique narrative experience. However, opinions are mixed, with some players finding it enjoyable and a good continuation of previous titles, while others describe it as short and unengaging.

    • “The unique content of this game features a captivating story with multiple possible endings.”
    • “It has a short story campaign that is enjoyable.”
    • “A fun continuation of the other Doodle games, offering a good-sized quest while you engage in other activities.”
    • “The unique content of this game is a short story with multiple possible endings.”
    • “The story is short and boring; that's all I have to say about it.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; some players find it repetitive and annoying due to its looping nature, while others appreciate its subtlety and charm, noting that it complements the gameplay without being overly intrusive. Overall, the soundtrack is described as pleasant but can become monotonous over time.

    • “I am quite confused this far but I like it quite a lot and I want to see what happens in the city and what I can build. The nice little odd music score is good enough to notice when you start the game but still discreet enough to not notice once in the game, and the art is really nice too.”
    • “While I didn't mind this game, it was way too repetitive, both in terms of gameplay and music.”
    • “The same sounds and music played on a loop, and it drove me insane.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers express disappointment with the monetization strategies of joybits, suggesting that many of their games, aside from the popular Doodle God and Doodle Devil, appear to be low-effort cash grabs rather than quality offerings.

    • “With the resources that the success of the Doodle franchise has doubtless brought them, you would think that Joybits would try to make strides in quality for future efforts, but almost every game aside from Doodle God and Doodle Devil feels like a lazy cash grab designed to cash in on minimal effort.”
    • “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it feel like the game is more focused on extracting money from players than providing a fun experience.”
    • “I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to spend money to enjoy the game fully, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game has low replayability, with users indicating that there is little incentive to play it multiple times.

    • “The replay value for this game is low.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Overall, it appears to detract significantly from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “I have liked previous Doodle games, but this is one buggy, boring mess of a game.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The game is noted for its lighthearted and entertaining humor, providing a fun diversion for players.

    • “A fun little game, a delightful diversion with a great sense of humor.”
    • “The humor in this game is spot on, making every moment enjoyable.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates witty jokes and clever puns throughout.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players feel that the grinding aspect of the game can lead to a loss of enjoyment, as puzzles that initially provide fun can become tedious over time.

    • “Eventually, the puzzles stopped being fun and just became tedious.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
    • “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel monotonous.”
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