Doomsday Paradise

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Doomsday Paradise is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game. It was developed by LemonadeFlashbang and was released on November 8, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"Doomsday Paradise" is a dating sim game where you join a diverse cast of 13 singles looking for love, including vampires and monster girls. The game encourages multiplayer, as everyone's choices affect group narratives and unlock new scenarios, bosses, and costumes. With over 400 goofy scenarios and 120 different endings, players can write their own unique stories.

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Audience ScoreBased on 228 reviews

humor50 positive mentions

The game features hilarious writing and interesting characters, making it a delight to play, especially with friends.
There is a high level of replayability with over 400 unique events and 120 different endings, ensuring that no two playthroughs are the same.
The combination of dating sim elements with turn-based combat adds a fun twist to the gameplay, making it engaging and entertaining.

The online multiplayer experience is plagued with connectivity issues, often leading to crashes and disconnections, making it frustrating to play with friends.
Many players find the character interactions to be shallow, lacking depth and meaningful engagement, which detracts from the dating sim experience.
The combat mechanics are considered simplistic and not as rewarding, leading to a feeling of disconnect between the dating sim and roguelike elements.

humor
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Doomsday Paradise" is widely praised for its clever writing, relatable dialogue, and unique character interactions, making it a standout feature of the game. Players appreciate the balance of humor, noting that it avoids excessive raunchiness while still delivering funny and wholesome moments, contributing to its replayability. Overall, the game's witty dialogue and engaging characters create a fun and entertaining experience.
- “Hilarious writing and interesting characters that have unique personalities.”
- “The writing is hilarious and relatable, the characters are adorable (shout out to whoever draws the abs in this game, give that person a raise).”
- “Doomsday Paradise is an enjoyable game filled with witty dialogue and humor.”
gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mix of turn-based combat and dating sim mechanics, offering a humorous and engaging experience with high replayability due to multiple endings. However, some players find the mechanics to be lightweight and lacking depth, with combat and dating elements feeling disconnected. While the card battle system adds a layer of challenge, it is considered minimal and not as impactful as expected, leading to mixed feelings about the overall gameplay experience.
- “It's got great comedy, lots of replayability thanks to all the different endings to go for, and it has turn-based combat to spice up the gameplay.”
- “The mechanics behind combat are easy to learn and not-so-hard to master, but your performance is still largely based on the items and skills you acquire through events.”
- “Satisfying gameplay loop with hilarious dialogue and an amazing set of characters (I'm #teamcleo).”
- “I do agree with some of the criticisms that combining the mechanics of dating sim and rogue-like didn't come without certain sacrifices.”
- “It's got great art and some interesting character designs, but you barely actually interact with any of the characters, and the mechanics are extremely lightweight.”
- “The roguelike fights and dating simulator mechanics are entirely divorced.”
story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by its comedic and endearing narrative, featuring compelling characters that evolve from one-dimensional tropes into fleshed-out personalities as players engage with their backstories. While the randomness of events adds charm and variety, some players desire a more structured storyline. Overall, the blend of romance quests and dialogue choices allows for a dynamic storytelling experience that appeals to fans of dating sims.
- “The combat is fun, the characters are compelling, and the jokes and story are endearing and comedic.”
- “If you enjoy dating sims and story at all, I'd encourage you to play this one.”
- “While the exact events you get are random, the rewards that specific events offer are static, so players prioritizing combat can make dialogue choices based on the reward rather than story progression.”
- “What starts as one-dimensional tropes become actual fleshed-out characters as you discover their histories and past relationships and story arcs that you can help influence; and I've found myself liking these characters more and more with every session because of it.”
- “Wish there was a little less random events, a little more involved story but that's just personal preference.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability with over 400 unique scenarios and 120 different endings, enhanced by its engaging turn-based combat and absurdist humor. Players appreciate the heartfelt stories that emerge from repeated playthroughs, alongside RPG elements that differentiate it from similar titles. Overall, the combination of comedy, emotional depth, and varied gameplay keeps players coming back for more.
- “It's got great comedy, lots of replayability thanks to all the different endings to go for, and it has turn-based combat to spice up the gameplay.”
- “The humor and the replay value quickly cemented 'Doomsday Paradise' as a good game in my eyes, but the heartfelt stories buried beneath the surface are what elevated it to a great game.”
- “Over 400 unique scenarios and 120 endings make for a ton of replay value, with absurdist comedy that can hide surprisingly emotional stories if you take the time to pursue them.”
- “The humor and the replay value quickly cemented Doomsday Paradise as a good game in my eyes, but the heartfelt stories buried beneath the surface are what elevated it to a great game.”
- “It's hard to describe why, but the RPG elements really help make this game more replayable, not to mention helps differentiate it from similar competitive dating games.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are marked by inconsistency, featuring multiple art styles that clash and a messy, unresponsive UI. While some players appreciate the cute and whimsical art, the overall execution detracts from the experience, overshadowing the humor and gameplay that many found enjoyable.
- “Very cute, love the art style, love the writing as it is very goofy and right up my alley.”
- “The only plusses are the humor/writing (of what little there is of it) is fun and whimsical, and the art style is decent too.”
- “I like the artwork and subject matter, and if they ever do a game like this which is multiplayer and a true deckbuilding/card game, then I will definitely consider playing it.”
- “The game has a lot of issues; the art is inconsistent, the UI is messy and doesn't feel responsive, and there are about 4 different art styles.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to blend absurdist comedy with unexpectedly heartfelt stories, which can be discovered through exploration of its numerous scenarios and endings. While some players may feel detached during single-player runs, the underlying emotional narratives and well-developed characters, including positive LGBTQIA representation, contribute to a deeper, more rewarding experience that elevates the game beyond mere entertainment.
- “Over 400 unique scenarios and 120 endings make for a ton of replay value, with absurdist comedy that can hide surprisingly emotional stories if you take the time to pursue them.”
- “Tucked away behind all the one-liners and skits lie some unexpectedly emotional stories, and it isn't afraid to dial back the comedy to give these moments the spotlight they deserve.”
- “The humor and the replay value quickly cemented Doomsday Paradise as a good game in my eyes, but the heartfelt stories buried beneath the surface are what elevated it to a great game.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is marked by impressive art and distinctive character designs, which many players find appealing. However, interactions with characters are minimal, and the gameplay mechanics are considered lightweight, leading to some criticism regarding the depth of character engagement. Overall, while the visual aspects are praised, the lack of meaningful interaction detracts from the overall character development experience.
- “Really great art and character design and some fun writing, so give it a try!”
- “The character design aspect is distinctive and easy to impress.”
- “Doomsday Paradise has been a blast to play, the art and character design is incredible.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting its engaging soundtrack that complements the beautiful art and adds to the overall enjoyment. The combination of great music and humorous writing enhances the gaming experience, making it memorable and entertaining.
- “Great art, great soundtrack, hilarious writing.”
- “The art is beautiful, I'm headbobbing to the music, I'm crushing on a bunch of weirdos.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's combat mechanics are user-friendly and accessible, allowing players to quickly grasp and refine their skills. However, overall performance heavily relies on the items and skills obtained through in-game events, indicating a potential imbalance in optimization.
- “The mechanics behind combat are easy to learn and not so hard to master, but your performance is still largely based on the items and skills you acquire through events.”