Eric The Unready

About

Embark on a witty and humorous adventure in "Eric the Unready" as you navigate through a fantasy world filled with dragons, dwarves, and the dreaded Attack Turtles. As Eric, who has a talent for impaling instructors and rescuing princesses, you'll encounter references to popular movies, TV shows, and adventure games. Prepare for countless laughs and an unforgettable journey in this interactive novel.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

humor12 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a fun and humorous narrative filled with puns, jokes, and easter eggs that enhance the overall experience.
The flexible control scheme allows players to interact using text commands, mouse clicks, or a combination of both, making it accessible and user-friendly.
The puzzles are generally logical and forgiving, allowing players to solve most challenges without needing to consult a guide.

The interface can appear daunting due to the amount of text, which may deter some players from fully engaging with the game.
Some puzzles, particularly towards the end, can become abstract and illogical, leading to frustration for players.
The game lacks an autosave feature, which can be inconvenient for players who may forget to save their progress manually.

humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's humor is a standout feature, characterized by clever puns, witty dialogue, and a nostalgic nod to 1970s and 1980s pop culture. Players appreciate the immersive and detailed comedic experience, particularly through the clumsy antics of the protagonist, Eric, which adds to the charm and enjoyment of the narrative. Overall, the humor is described as timeless, engaging, and well-executed, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The humor really did it for me and there was a lot of detail put into the game's descriptions and dialogue.”
- “Enjoy for the crazy humor - Eric is the most clumsy, idiotic knight in the kingdom and the bad guys picked him to rescue the princess because of his ineptitude.”
- “Charming, hilarious and well executed.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The graphics in the game are described as simple and somewhat outdated, reminiscent of early interactive fiction with modest still images. Despite their simplicity, players find the visual elements engaging and appreciate the interaction they provide, contributing to overall game satisfaction. However, some reviews criticize the graphics and interface as lacking quality, indicating a divide in player experience.
- “When done promptly, the accompanying graphics are delightful to enjoy, if you need a bit of that visual engagement.”
- “Second generation developers such as Legend Entertainment had modest 'still shot' graphics and displayed allowable verb/noun lists.”
- “The interface is bad, the graphics are terrible, and the sound is horrible.”
- “Despite simple graphics, I feel like I am really interacting with items and tasks, which gives me game satisfaction.”
- “Take this review of 'Eric the Unready' with a grain of salt since I think I've just grown too old to play these types of games (semi-graphical, basically text adventure).”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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20%
The story is praised for its logical puzzle-solving and a humorous tone that engages players from the start, making it more accessible than similar titles like King's Quest. It reflects a modern approach to interactive fiction, appealing to both quest and puzzle enthusiasts.
- “To start with, paragraph one, I had already had an 'oh if it's how the story/comedy starts, this is going to be fun' chuckle session.”
- “Eric is a prime example of this second generation interactive fiction storytelling.”
- “Way more forgiving than, say, King's Quest and more logical in terms of puzzle solving.”
- “Eric is a prime example of this second-generation interactive fiction storytelling.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The gameplay is straightforward and accessible, despite a seemingly complex interface, allowing players to engage without frustration. It is particularly appealing to fans of 90s-style, action-packed adventure games.
- “Though the interface may look daunting, the gameplay is rather straightforward, and I rarely found myself typing commands that didn't exist or were met with resistance.”
- “The interface may look daunting with all the text, but the gameplay is rather straightforward, and I rarely found myself typing commands that didn't exist or were met with resistance.”
- “I highly recommend this game if you like 90s style, action-packed, adventure-stuffed gameplay!”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, particularly the hilarious intro and the captivating soundtrack in the initial area, which sets a positive tone for the experience.
- “The intro is absolutely hilarious, and the music in the beginning area is amazing.”