Everybody Wham Wham
- December 9, 2020
- Bonte Avond
In "Everybody Wham Wham," compete in a snowman-building competition with other wacky characters while uncovering hidden secrets and earning the grand prize. Build and decorate your snowman to impress the jury, but also consider sabotaging your opponents for added strategy. Engage with various characters, participate in fun activities, and discover the truth behind the festival.
Reviews
- The game is incredibly cute and fun, with a charming story and delightful characters that make for a wholesome experience.
- The soundtrack is catchy and enjoyable, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making it memorable.
- The gameplay is simple yet engaging, allowing for creativity in building snowmen while interacting with quirky characters.
- The game can feel repetitive, especially with dialogue and gameplay mechanics that may become predictable over time.
- Some players found the controls awkward and the graphics lacking, which detracted from the overall experience.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth in the story.
- music76 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its catchy, whimsical, and memorable soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers frequently mention the theme song and various musical interludes as standout features, contributing to the game's charm and humor. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a major highlight, with players expressing a desire to listen to it outside of the game.
“The music is absolutely amazing (I will have the title song stuck in my head for days) and the voices of the characters are hilarious.”
“The soundtrack is super catchy, the design is really cute, and the storyline and gameplay are really fun!”
“It's definitely like playing through an indie music album with hilarious jokes and memorable tunes.”
“Then you walk around, listen to some terrible music if you want to, build a practice snowman maybe, and talk to characters to get more of the story.”
“If you take the soundtrack out of the equation, this would make for a kind of okay flash game... that's being sold for profit on Steam.”
“Yes, I accept paying a bit extra for voice acting and original music, but it still feels a bit short for the asking price.”
- story39 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in "Everybody Wham Wham" is characterized as humorous, quirky, and endearing, with players enjoying its lighthearted plot and charming characters. While the main narrative is relatively short, lasting about 90 minutes, it features engaging moments and a post-story that adds depth and replay value. Overall, the game is praised for its delightful atmosphere, catchy soundtrack, and the ability to evoke smiles through its whimsical storytelling.
“The story is interesting and the characters are endearing, especially Koenraad, our ice cream man, with his lines before each day starts.”
“The best part about the game happens after the game; the post-credit story is hilarious and has much better pacing than the base game.”
“While the story is simple, I found myself transported to a delightfully absurd world straight out of a children's book that made me laugh out loud with its endearing humor.”
“Too much silliness and slow story versus any real gameplay for me to enjoy.”
“I wish there was more to the story because there are what I felt like are a few loose ends.”
“There's not a lot of story here, but there is a small, silly plot that develops throughout the 10 days.”
- humor32 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its silliness, charm, and unique character interactions, often drawing comparisons to whimsical shows like "Adventure Time." Players appreciate the blend of wholesome moments with absurd and random humor, complemented by catchy music and hilarious voice acting. While some find the humor hit-or-miss, many agree it contributes significantly to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
“A humorous and silly story with some wholesome moments.”
“Despite a bit quirky controls, the atmosphere and especially totally hilarious voice acting makes this a true delight to play!”
“It's hilarious, wholesome, and the soundtrack is fantastic!”
- emotional25 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its emotional depth, combining humor and heartwarming moments that create a wholesome experience. Players report feeling a range of emotions, from laughter to tears, while engaging in charming snowman-building adventures and enjoying a delightful soundtrack. Overall, it is described as a short yet impactful game that leaves players with feelings of joy and nostalgia.
“This game had me laughing, crying, and then laughing until I cried.”
“It has comedy, fun, and very heartwarming moments like the campfire.”
“A full, awesome, emotional, life-changing experience.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as simple and relaxing, with a repetitive loop that some find charming while others see it as lacking depth. Players appreciate the fun mechanics and humor, though some criticize it for being too easy and padded. Overall, the experience is enjoyable for those who appreciate its indie charm, but may not satisfy those seeking more complex gameplay.
“I loved the story and the gameplay is very relaxing.”
“I've been listening to the soundtrack nonstop since playing it-- the music is wonderful, the characters are fantastic, the gameplay is incredible and charming.”
“It's also mechanically fun and easy to get, with the options of playing nice or sabotaging the other contestants.”
“The gameplay itself is nothing too special; you're pretty much guaranteed to win (pick your items before you start building!).”
“Once you've made the first snowman, you've played all the gameplay and learned everything the game will tell you.”
“Several hours of gameplay where it is pretty easy to see the developers padding for time.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the cute, Christmas-card art style and unique character designs, while others criticize the simplistic, low-quality visuals reminiscent of flash games. Additionally, the lack of customizable graphics settings and resolution options detracts from the overall experience for PC gamers expecting higher visual fidelity. Overall, while the art style appeals to some, it falls short of the standards typically associated with PC gaming.
“Graphically, it's cute and has a sort of Christmas-card vibe to it, which I really liked.”
“The graphics and voice actors are amazing.”
“The art style is cute and the characters are unique.”
“There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
“There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
“Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, particularly for its engaging evening setting and dynamic character interactions. Players appreciate the quirky controls and find the voice acting to be both hilarious and immersive, contributing to an overall delightful experience.
“The radio station was one of my favorite parts, and the atmosphere in the evening was really cool, especially as characters changed positions and continued storylines.”
“Despite a bit of quirky controls, the atmosphere and especially the totally hilarious voice acting make this a true delight to play!”
“This was a very atmospheric game.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and lacking in progression, leading to a sense of monotony even within its short playtime. Despite some appealing elements, the experience ultimately feels tedious and unfulfilling.
“I wanted it to go somewhere, to make a tone shift, or to escalate, but in the end it was just grindy.”
“Even with its extremely short playtime of a couple of hours, this started to feel samey and grinding before the end.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers moderate replayability, with a main story that can be completed in about 90 minutes, followed by an epilogue and a "quick match" mode for additional playthroughs.
“You can easily beat the main game in about 90 minutes, but there is a bit of replay value here. There's an epilogue after the main story to play through, and there's a 'quick match' mode.”
“Once you finish the main story, there's not much incentive to replay it. The quick match mode feels repetitive and lacks depth.”
“The game offers minimal replayability; after completing the main story, I found myself uninterested in revisiting it.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's character development, highlighting both the compelling character design and the engaging narrative that enhances the overall experience.
“What I like most about this game is the character design and the narrative.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While Gamemaker Studio is frequently associated with low-quality, monetization-driven games, this particular title stands out as a genuine effort, distancing itself from the typical cash grab mentality.
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
“I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to progress without spending extra.”
“The constant ads and in-game purchases detract from the overall experience, making it feel more like a cash grab than a genuine game.”