Fortune-499
- April 21, 2018
- apthomson
- 5h median play time
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Reviews
- The game features a unique and engaging combat system that combines rock-paper-scissors mechanics with deck-building elements, making battles strategic and fun.
- The writing is witty and charming, with a relatable story that humorously critiques corporate culture while providing a heartfelt narrative.
- The game's minimalist art style and catchy music create a delightful atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- The game can feel frustrating at times due to its reliance on RNG and the lack of manual save options, which can lead to repeated attempts on difficult levels.
- Some players may find the combat mechanics become repetitive or shallow after extended play, as the core gameplay revolves around a simple premise.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content or a deeper exploration of its mechanics and story.
- gameplay67 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a unique twist on the classic rock-paper-scissors mechanic, incorporating deck-building and probability elements that create engaging and strategic encounters. While the game is praised for its charming aesthetics and clever writing, some players find the mechanics can feel shallow or overly simplistic, especially as the game progresses. Overall, it offers a fun and refreshing experience, though its depth may not satisfy everyone.
“The gameplay is a deckbuilder twist on rock paper scissors, and you use your foresight to manipulate which cards you're most likely to draw next.”
“Beautiful short game with very simple, but still surprisingly deep mechanics revolving around rock-paper-scissors, deck building, and probability.”
“I would not have thought it would be possible to make a compelling game around rock-paper-scissors mechanics but they do an impressive job of adding a bunch of interesting twists.”
“It's a novel idea, but very shallow; you've experienced the majority of the gameplay within 5 minutes and it doesn't get much deeper.”
“Unfortunately, I feel that the mechanic is not as well developed as it could be, since the prediction influences your choices and the virtual rock-paper-scissors plus prediction takes away some of the nuances that RPS has in real life.”
“Gameplay is luck-based and the goal of the game is to manipulate luck in your favor, which seems like a good idea, and it is, but it still feels kind of bland.”
- story54 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story of Fortune 499 is widely praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, which cleverly intertwines themes of corporate culture, fate, and personal struggles within a rock-paper-scissors gameplay framework. Players appreciate the well-developed characters and the compact, relatable storyline that can be completed in about five hours, though some express a desire for a deeper exploration of its intriguing concepts. Overall, the story is described as both witty and thought-provoking, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“The story is both witty and funny.”
“A fun and thoughtful story about life, work, and concerns beyond.”
“Amazing game, loved it, takes a simple mechanic and runs with it while telling an excellent story.”
“Even though F9 opens with a tutorial, you're pretty much thrown into the world without any backstory.”
“I do wish the story had been expanded on a bit more; it seems like it ends just when it was getting interesting.”
“The game has a fairly linear storyline where you are battling monsters that have taken over your workplace by besting them in games of rock, paper, scissors.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a charming 8-bit pixel aesthetic that appeals to fans of retro visuals, with many praising its cohesive color palette and heartwarming presentation. While some players appreciate the nostalgic style, others feel that the simplistic graphics may not meet modern expectations. Overall, the visuals are described as aesthetically pleasing and well-suited to the game's humorous and creative themes.
“Charming little game with cute 8-bit pixel graphics and a simple and fun gameplay mechanic based on rock, paper, scissors.”
“This is a very fun game, extremely creative, nice puzzles, with an incredibly original premise, and amazing graphics.”
“Music was great, limited-palette art style was fantastic.”
“The graphics really let this game down hard.”
“Retro pixel graphics, in 2018?”
“The graphics are retro and simplistic, probably a bit too much for my tastes.”
- music22 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its charm, catchy soundtrack, and stylish presentation, while others find it repetitive or unappealing. Some players appreciate the nostalgic 8-bit retro style, though a few mention issues with sound effects overshadowing the music. Overall, the soundtrack is often highlighted as a standout feature, enhancing the game's aesthetic and experience.
“The music is lovely, the game mechanics are fun, and the story is fantastic.”
“Overall, this game has an incredible aesthetic and an even better soundtrack.”
“The story and music are pretty great and very reminiscent of beglitched, so if you were into that game then you should enjoy this too.”
“I'm not a big fan of the music, as it's composed of sound effects I find unappealing.”
“The lack of voice acting didn’t bother me as much as the 'elevator music' playing incessantly to the point of forcing me to mute it and listen to songs of personal choice.”
“The music seems to be mostly recycled from beglitched, but it fits really well (with the exception of the mismatched song in the final level).”
- humor22 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is widely praised for its cleverness and wit, blending smart dialogue with a thoughtful narrative that explores themes like the monotony of 9-5 life. Players appreciate the quirky characters and funny interactions, though some find the humor to be hit-or-miss, with a mix of simple and more sophisticated jokes. Overall, the humor adds a charming and engaging layer to the gameplay, making it a standout feature for many players.
“There's lots of smart humor sprinkled around to keep things going.”
“Funny + thoughtful story about the drudgery of a 9-5 (who are we really working for?), fate, and luck, loved the world and everyone in it.”
“The monster boss makes some appearances and he's basically just a normal guy anyway and all the side characters have really funny dialogue.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its touching and heartwarming story, featuring well-developed characters and a unique blend of humor and emotional depth. Players appreciate the aesthetic appeal and the engaging narrative centered around an underappreciated young witch navigating a corporate environment, making it a compelling experience that resonates on an emotional level.
“The characters are awesome and the story is kind of touching.”
“It's aesthetically pleasing (assuming you like 8-bit game feel) and has a heartwarming story about business.”
“Fortune-499 is a witty and surprisingly heartfelt deck-builder (which plays more like a puzzle game) following an underappreciated young witch working a boring corporate job as an oracle.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is commendable, as it runs smoothly even on older hardware, suggesting that it can be easily handled by devices from over a decade ago.
“The game's performance is impressive; it runs smoothly even on older hardware, making it accessible for a wide range of players.”
“The level of detail in the game is remarkable, allowing even mobile phones from over a decade ago to run it without issue.”
“The game's performance was smooth, but its level of detail seems low enough that even mobile phones from over a decade ago could run it without issue.”
“The optimization feels lacking, as the game struggles to maintain a consistent frame rate during intense moments.”
“Despite the game's potential, the optimization issues lead to frustrating lag and stuttering, detracting from the overall experience.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, with users reporting no glitches or crashes, and it fully supports the Steam overlay.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced multiple glitches that disrupted my gameplay.”
“The stability issues are frustrating; I can't enjoy the game when it keeps freezing.”
