Family Man
- May 21, 2020
- Broken Bear Games
- 19h median play time
Get on Steam"Family Man" is a story-driven RPG where you must repay a debt to the mob while juggling the needs of your family. Every decision you make has consequences, affecting your relationships and the community around you. Choose your path carefully, as you complete missions and earn perks to suit your playstyle.
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Reviews
- The game features an interesting premise that combines family management with moral choices, creating a unique gameplay experience.
- There are multiple endings and side quests that enhance replayability, allowing players to explore different outcomes based on their choices.
- The humor and quirky characters add charm to the game, making it engaging and enjoyable despite its flaws.
- The game suffers from a time limit that can feel restrictive, making it difficult to fully explore and enjoy the world.
- Many players reported bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with quests and character interactions.
- The gameplay loop can become repetitive, with missions often feeling similar and lacking variety, leading to a sense of monotony.
- story82 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mixed bag, featuring a compelling premise where players must manage family needs while repaying a mob debt, but it suffers from bugs and repetitive missions that detract from the overall experience. While some players found the character interactions and multiple endings engaging, others criticized the linearity and lack of depth in the narrative. Overall, the story has its high points, particularly in its themes and plot twists, but many felt it could have been more polished and impactful.
“The story was very interesting the whole way through, and the combination of worrying about the town and your family mixed with having to do quests to pay your debt off had me hooked the entire time I played.”
“This is a game that is unlike anything I've played before and that honors the choices you make and has quite a few surprising plot twists.”
“The karma system really ties things together and lets you guide the story based on choices you make.”
“The story does not make much sense, and it gives you a false impression that you have a choice over it.”
“This game is not worth it if you only want to play it once because the story is incredibly short.”
“The plot is a pretty simple one: you owe money to the mob. It's not the first time we've seen this plot device before, but the twist that kicks things off is amazing, and the underlying themes littered throughout the town and its people add an extra layer to the story.”
- gameplay31 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Family Man" is characterized by repetitive mechanics and a lack of depth, with many players noting bugs and shallow systems that detract from the overall experience. While some missions and character interactions are enjoyable, the core gameplay loop often feels tedious and unpolished, leading to frustration among players. Despite its interesting concept and potential for multiple endings, the execution leaves much to be desired, making it feel incomplete and overpriced for the quality offered.
“Super fun, though one of my quests had been permanently bugged the whole time (the lemon one) lol and sometimes things glitch, but the idea, the opening, and the general gameplay mechanics all make this incredibly worth checking out.”
“The writing is excellent, the characters are charming (in their own special way), the gameplay is simple to get a handle on, and the puzzles are fun to figure out.”
“The side quests for the town's characters are enjoyable, and the core gameplay loop doesn't drag on too long.”
“It's not terrible, but the ending I got was really dumb, and frankly, the gameplay for each of the 20 days is exactly the same with no real satisfaction... you just repeat the same stuff over and over.”
“The gameplay consists of quest-given tasks and looting and selling that loot.”
“The game is riddled with bugs, and some mechanics just seem not very fleshed out.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming, blocky style reminiscent of Minecraft and Roblox, which some players find endearing despite their simplicity. While the visuals may not be cutting-edge and performance issues are noted, many reviewers appreciate the game's overall aesthetic and find it complements the enjoyable gameplay and story. Overall, the graphics are seen as cute and fitting for the game's tone, even if they lack sophistication.
“The graphics are cute and there's something relaxing about them.”
“The art style grows on you, and after I stopped being annoyed at my ugly kid, I even thought they were cute.”
“The graphics have a cute Roblox charm to them.”
“It's a fun game with an interesting and enjoyable premise, but the blocky Minecraft-esque visuals are charming enough while the performance leaves a lot to be desired.”
“The first things you'll notice are the simple graphics and the lack of voice acting.”
“This game is not that great; the graphics are basic, the story is quite poor, and the gameplay offers nothing special.”
- music13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soundtrack for its ability to enhance the atmosphere and provide a fun backdrop, while others find it distracting or mediocre. While some describe it as "great" and fitting for the game's tone, others feel it lacks impact, leading them to prefer external music sources. Overall, the music is generally seen as decent but not groundbreaking, contributing to the game's experience without being a standout feature.
“Look, there are rainbows in the sky with happy-go-lucky music in the background.”
“The music is nice and there are loads of things to do.”
“A fantastic story-driven, RPG-lite game with moral choices, great art style, and a cracking soundtrack.”
“Look, cloudy weather with depressing music and 2-3 thugs at random spots that attempt to mug you if you approach them.”
“Also, the soundtrack really didn't match, and was quite distracting.”
“There's also some odd camera jank, and the stock music is pretty bad.”
- replayability12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the multiple endings and varied playstyles that encourage replay, others criticize tedious gameplay and bugs that detract from the experience. Despite its relatively short length, many find the freedom of choice and moral decisions enhance its replay value, making it enjoyable to revisit. However, some users note that the lack of innovative content may limit long-term engagement.
“Cute little game that gives nice freedom and moral choices leading to new outcomes. While it's a bit short, it's highly replayable with different playstyles, four endings, and New Game+.”
“Very cool game! I did not see the ending coming, but there are three more endings I did not see, providing a lot of replayability.”
“Tedious gameplay, no replay value, bugged missions that you can't complete, and it fills up your inventory since it doesn't allow you to drop your mission items. Also, the days are way too short.”
“Definitely has some replay value as well.”
“The game is relatively short, but because there are multiple endings, I found that the replayability of this game is actually better than average.”
- humor11 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky charm and the hilarious situations players encounter, making for an entertaining experience. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to blend humor with dramatic moments, as well as the amusing consequences of various choices and bugs that add to its comedic appeal. Overall, it offers a fun and lighthearted atmosphere that enhances gameplay.
“Such a funny and quirky gem.”
“I love the humorous and dramatic situations you find yourself in.”
“Amazing game, there's so many choices and ways you can play with so many side missions and funny easter eggs.”
- stability6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report minor bugs and glitches that do not significantly detract from the enjoyment, others experience more noticeable issues like getting stuck in objects. Despite these problems, many still find the game enjoyable and worth playing, suggesting that while stability could be improved, it does not overshadow the overall experience.
“There really isn't a lot wrong with this game. After playing for just over 2 hours, I can't actually think of any issues—no bugs, no glitches. It's just perfect for me and anyone I imagine. At this moment in time, it's a very good time to get it as it's currently on offer.”
“Wonderful game with a lot of fun and cool stuff going on; that being said, it's really buggy right now and has some limited options.”
“It's clunky, buggy, and not quite the 'choose your own adventure' style game I was expecting.”
“This game is good; it's a pretty simple fun time with a lot of choice and a lot to manage. The only thing is it's a little buggy, as I keep getting stuck in objects. I imagine that will be hotfixed.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be largely tedious, with issues such as bugged missions, limited inventory management, and short in-game days contributing to a frustrating experience. While some appreciate the challenge of long distances and side quests, many feel that the grind detracts from overall enjoyment and replay value.
“Tedious gameplay, no replay value, bugged missions that you can't complete, and an inventory system that doesn't allow you to drop mission items. The days are way too short.”
“It becomes very tedious since the game forces you to maintain stability between both.”
“Even the hardcore mode, which is a complete joke, didn't manage to make this game any more engaging, just slightly more grindy.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While the game offers an enjoyable premise and charming visuals, players report significant performance issues, including frequent stuttering and numerous bugs, particularly in the early stages and within buildings.
“The game offers a solid optimization experience, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
“I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimization, making the game run efficiently without sacrificing visual quality.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive; I can play for hours without any lag or performance issues.”
“It's a fun game with an interesting and enjoyable premise, the blocky Minecraft-esque visuals are charming enough, but the performance leaves a lot to be desired.”
“Very good game but absolutely littered with bugs; tons of stuttering in the beginning and in houses.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be a refreshing twist on the typical "choose your own adventure" format, highlighting a wholesome narrative that contrasts with the often chaotic nature of similar titles. This blend of humor and heart fosters a unique connection with characters and choices, making for a memorable experience.
“This game takes you on an emotional journey that feels both personal and relatable.”
“The characters are so well-developed that you can't help but feel deeply connected to their struggles and triumphs.”
“Every choice you make has a significant emotional impact, making the experience truly immersive.”
