Foto Flash
- January 29, 2018
- Studio Gamaii
- 2h median play time
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Get on itch.io StoreIn "Foto Flash" , embark on a thrilling adventure as a pin-up photographer, capturing photos of 10 quirky characters to save a failing magazine. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets of Sala City while grooving to the funky, upbeat soundtrack. Just tell your friends it's for the "story" – we won't judge.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful pixel art and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- It's a fun throwback to classic flash games like Frank's Adventure, providing a nostalgic feel for players.
- The gameplay is simple and enjoyable, with light-hearted humor and quirky characters that add charm to the scavenger hunt.
- The game is very short, typically taking less than two hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
- Many players found the fetch quests tedious and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement over time.
- The nudity and erotic content are quite tame compared to expectations, which disappointed some players looking for more explicit material.
- graphics58 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and vibrant art style, blending retro pixel art with colorful manga influences, which many players find appealing. The character designs showcase a diverse range of body types and ethnicities, contributing to the game's charm, though some players feel the art style may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the artwork is considered a standout feature, enhancing the game's humorous and lighthearted gameplay experience.
“The art style is actually really amazing and honestly I was quite shocked by how good it is.”
“The diversity in the girls' design and the unique art style make this a 'must see' experience.”
“The graphics are a kind of retro pixel art affair, a sort of 16-bit or early 90s PC graphics style, while the girls' dialogue images and photos are done in a colorful manga/anime style of much higher and smoother resolution.”
“In the overworld, the graphics are a simple pixel look, with not much shading or details, but they do their job and look pretty retro. However, the graphics of the girls and h-scenes are really diverse and presented in a unique and beautiful cartoonish style, which may not appeal to everyone.”
“The art style is niche, and while the uniqueness may not appeal to everyone, it does offer a refreshing take on character design.”
- music56 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, upbeat, and funky tunes that enhance the overall experience, providing a cheerful and relaxing atmosphere. While some users noted that the soundtrack can be repetitive and the mixing could be improved, the option to change tracks adds a welcome variety. Overall, the music is considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“The music is also really cheerful and catchy, and mixed with the ambience of the ocean waves hitting the beach, cars driving around, and birds flying overhead, it really provides for a relaxing experience.”
“Addictive short game with a great 80s/early 90s vibe; the music is fantastic, and the pixel art has really vibrant colors.”
“Coupled together with the game's beautiful artwork, quirky humor, fun little scavenger hunt, and catchy, upbeat soundtrack, it makes for a light, but ultimately enjoyable experience.”
“The music sounds pretty generic and off the rack.”
“I had to turn off the sound because the music, although changeable via discs purchased in-game, consists of very short repeated clips that get annoying after a while.”
“Music is lame.”
- story35 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized as simplistic and primarily serves as a backdrop for a series of fetch quests, where players collect items to take photos of characters. While some reviewers appreciate the straightforward narrative and find it fitting for the game's lighthearted tone, others feel it lacks depth and could benefit from more content. Overall, the story is seen as functional but not a standout feature, with the enjoyment stemming more from the gameplay and art style than from a complex plot.
“Foto Flash is a great little game with a simple story: get pictures of beautiful girls!”
“The game does not have a big intricate plot, you work for a magazine and you need to take 10 pin-up photos for your boss, but I truly believe the game would not benefit from a more complex story; most of the fun in this game is due to how simple it is.”
“The story is incredibly simplistic and nothing incredibly special, but it does its job well.”
“As a heads up, this game is basically going around the map collecting stuff so you can let the ladies pose for you; the game's setting is fairly simple, if you're more of a 'story' person, then the experience may differ.”
“Honestly, aside from the story, the only thing I'd really change about this game is the movement, as I wish it was grid-based to account for the somewhat unpredictable collision on trees and whatnot.”
- gameplay23 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simplistic and short, often likened to a "walking simulator" with a focus on fulfilling requests and collecting items. While some players find it fun and relaxing, others criticize it for being monotonous and lacking depth, with most sessions lasting under two hours. The art style and overall aesthetic receive praise, contributing to a lighthearted experience despite the limited gameplay mechanics.
“For real though, it makes for compelling quick gameplay.”
“The true beauty of this game is in its simplistic gameplay, all you do is go around the map, getting different objects and fulfilling people's requests.”
“The graphics are bright and cheery, the soundtrack is enjoyable, the art is nice, and the gameplay is silly but fun.”
“Yes, that's right, there is some gameplay, but for the most part, the tag 'walking simulator' needs to be added on.”
“Gameplay is clunky and way too short.”
“At the end of the day, there is very little actual gameplay here and the game is fairly short (my first run through took a little less than an hour and I got all but two of the achievements).”
- humor15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find the dialogue and moments genuinely funny, others feel that the jokes often fall flat. The writing is described as quirky and amusing, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience, complemented by beautiful artwork and enjoyable gameplay. Despite some criticisms regarding the brevity and occasional lack of depth in humor, many players appreciate the game's charm and nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic flash games.
“A short, simple, and humorous puzzle adventure game with a bunch of gorgeous artwork by rafchu.”
“You're always going around looking for stuff, listening to great music, looking at beautiful pixel graphics, reading funny dialogue, and, if you really apply yourself, you should never get lost or need a walkthrough.”
“Coupled together with the game's beautiful artwork, quirky humor, fun little scavenger hunt and catchy, upbeat soundtrack, foto flash makes for a light, but ultimately enjoyable experience.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game can become tedious, particularly during the first playthrough and in maze-like locations, though opinions vary on its overall impact, with some feeling it is manageable.
“It could get tedious to some, considering some locations act like mazes.”
“Grinding may get tedious on the first playthrough, especially without a guide.”
“A tad tedious with some of the goals, but not overly so.”
- stability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews on stability are mixed; while some players report a bug-free experience with smooth functionality, others describe the game as buggy and inferior to similar titles.
“It's bug-free, at least for me.”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
“I've experienced no glitches, making for a seamless experience.”
“Buggy and a worse version of the Frank's Adventure series.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, primarily due to its short length, allowing completion in under an hour. While there is a time trial mode that offers some incentive for returning, overall, players find the replay value to be low, rating it around 3/5.
“It's very short with almost no replay value besides speed running.”
“This is a very short game with no real replayability; you can beat it in less than 1 hour with all achievements unlocked.”
“Replay value: 3/5 - there's a time trial mode that can keep you coming back to the game.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the character designs significantly enhance the overall experience, suggesting that the visual representation of characters contributes positively to their development and engagement in the game.
“The character designs alone made it worth it for me.”
“The depth of each character's backstory adds so much to the overall experience.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and relatable.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features no microtransactions, which has been positively received by users, indicating a straightforward and player-friendly monetization approach.
“There are no microtransactions.”
“The monetization model is fair and transparent.”
“I appreciate that the game doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
