FranknJohn

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FranknJohn is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with a horror theme. It was developed by bitSmith Games and was released on March 4, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

FranknJohn is a horror inspired action roguelike, where your head is your weapon! Battle your way through randomly generated environments and fight the demented creations from your creator Dr. Harmin. You must defeat Dr. Harmin and escape his domain.

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

The game features a beautiful art style and fitting music that enhances the overall atmosphere.
Gameplay is addictive and offers a unique twist with the use of different heads for combat, providing a fun experience for fans of roguelikes.
The controls are responsive, and the game has a solid base with potential for future content and improvements.

The game feels unfinished and lacks sufficient content, making it hard to justify the price at this stage.
There are concerns about the game's development pace, with players feeling it may be abandoned due to a lack of updates.
Repetitive gameplay and limited enemy variety can lead to a lack of motivation to continue playing.

graphics
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the unique art style and aesthetics that enhance the overall experience, while others criticize the basic graphics and lack of dynamic combat. The visuals are often described as beautiful and fitting to the game's theme, contributing to an engaging atmosphere, despite some players finding them lacking in complexity. Overall, the art style is a highlight for many, though opinions on the graphical execution vary significantly.
- “I honestly like the art style; it is amazing and adds something special to the game.”
- “The aesthetics are a pleasure to look at, and the theme makes for some really interesting design choices for the levels and the monsters.”
- “Beautiful art style, addictive gameplay, and difficult enough to make me rage a couple of times!”
- “I would say in terms of graphics, when looking at the hero at least, it kind of reminds me of Charlie Brown from Peanuts, just turned into a Frankenstein monster.”
- “Really basic graphics, weird combat, and not dynamic fights... 4/10 (being generous with it).”
gameplay
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The gameplay is described as highly addictive and engaging, with a mix of difficulty that keeps players on their toes. The introduction of unique elements, like skullcaps, adds variety and prevents monotony, ensuring that the experience remains fresh and exciting. Overall, players appreciate the beautiful art style and the balance between challenge and progression.
- “Gameplay is extremely addictive, and oh boy does this game make your heart want to break out of your chest when you are swarmed by enemies.”
- “Beautiful art style, addictive gameplay, and difficult enough to make me rage a couple of times!”
- “I personally got bored of games such as Rogue Legacy after several hours as the combat and gameplay got a bit stale for me, but with FranknJohn, the skullcaps keep the game alive and add a twist to every playthrough.”
- “Gameplay is extremely addictive, and oh boy, does this game make your heart want to break out of your chest when you are swarmed by enemies.”
- “The game itself is a fair mixture of difficulty and progressive gameplay.”
music
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The music in the game, composed by Ben Prunty, effectively complements the art style and sound effects, creating a Tim Burton-esque atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. While some players note that the music can become repetitive, it is generally praised for its fitting and beautiful aesthetics that align well with the game's theme.
- “The music is scary with a little undertone of wacky, fitting the art style and sound effects perfectly.”
- “From the fantastically done theme, the amazing music from Ben Prunty.”
- “The music can get a little samey at times, but all in all, it fits the feel of the game quite nicely.”
- “The music is scary with a little undertone of wacky, fits the art style and sound effects perfectly.”
- “Couple that with the music which was put together by Ben Prunty (FTL/Gravity Ghost/Starcrawlers) and you really do get drawn into a Tim Burton-esque world.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by high-quality sound design, particularly the eerie sounds of monsters, which contribute significantly to the overall immersive experience.
- “The sound design is excellent, and the growls of the monsters truly enhance the game's atmosphere.”
- “The immersive environment and haunting soundtrack create a captivating atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and eerie sound effects makes for an unforgettable atmospheric experience.”
replayability
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The game offers good replayability due to its randomly generated area, though players note that the three levels tend to repeat, which may limit long-term engagement.
- “The randomly generated areas provide excellent replayability, keeping each playthrough fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple levels that offer different challenges, the game encourages players to return for new experiences.”
- “The variety in gameplay mechanics ensures that no two runs are ever the same, enhancing the overall replayability.”
humor
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Players appreciate the game's blend of challenging gameplay and a strong sense of humor, making it an enjoyable experience for those who value both elements in video games.
- “For anyone who loves a real challenge and a great sense of humor in video games, this is the game for you.”