Fred3ric
- September 21, 2020
- Forever Entertainment S. A.
Get on SteamFrederic 3 is a continuation of the music games series popular and appreciated around the world. The unique and somewhat crazy plot, music inspired by the classical works, and the title character of Frederic Chopin determine the strength of this game.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features enjoyable classical music remixes and maintains the charm of the previous installments.
- The art style is appealing and continues the aesthetic of the series.
- For fans of the genre, it can still provide some fun despite its shortcomings.
- The game is significantly shorter than previous titles, with many players completing it in under two hours.
- The gameplay mechanics have been criticized for being difficult to read and out of sync with the music, leading to a frustrating experience.
- There is a lack of story elements and character interaction, making the game feel rushed and less engaging compared to earlier installments.
- music17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the latest installment of the series has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a decline in energy and creativity compared to earlier games. While some appreciate the classical music remixes and the game's charm, others criticize the lack of distinctiveness among tracks and a gameplay experience that feels out of sync with the music. Overall, while the game retains some enjoyable elements, it fails to capture the same flair and challenge that defined its predecessors.
“The game has kept its charm and great music from the previous episodes.”
“I did enjoy the classical music remixes and the art style as always with these games.”
“This is a fun music game.”
“A lot of the music felt like it was lacking the flair and energy from previous games.”
“The beats feel way off, pressing the keys along with the tune now will never yield a red or 'perfect' score, instead you must wait and fall behind the beat to get a good score, which makes the gameplay feel out of sync with the music.”
“The music is bad, not holistically, but bad in terms of the example set in the previous titles, every song felt very similar and every opponent was just another wigged gentleman with a lightly different beat.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story in the game is criticized for being minimal and poorly executed, with a lack of character interaction and a jarring voice acting change for Chopin. Many players feel the narrative is rushed and confusing, leading to a sense of pointlessness and dissatisfaction, especially given the game's short length. Overall, the dialogue and storytelling elements are deemed lackluster and unengaging.
“There's way less story elements, less character interaction, and the change in Chopin's voice actor was jarring and just not clean in execution.”
“They forgot to put a story in the game, so the whole thing feels pointless and short.”
“The story feels rushed, the voice acting is terrible, the dialogue is lackluster, and Chopin doesn't even get a chance to have a personality. I didn't really understand what was happening until almost the very end, and for $10, it is incredibly short.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its rushed story, poor voice acting, and lackluster dialogue, which detracts from character development and overall immersion. Players find the mechanics frustrating, as the timing for scoring feels misaligned with the music, leading to a disjointed experience. Additionally, the user interface is deemed unfortunate, and the game's short length does not justify its price.
“The story feels rushed, the voice acting is terrible, and the purple attacks interrupt the main gameplay. The dialogue is lackluster, Chopin doesn't even get a chance to have a personality, and I didn't really understand what was happening until almost the very end. The UI is unfortunate to say the least, and for $10, it is incredibly short.”
“The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, making it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in previous games, noting that it remains accessible and enjoyable even for those without musical education.
“Previous games were funny, even if you have no musical education.”
“The humor in this game is clever and keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game uses witty dialogue and absurd situations to create hilarious moments.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by glitches that hinder achievement completion, which may discourage players from replaying. Additionally, the short length of only eight levels for a $10 price tag raises concerns about overall value.
“Only 8 levels at a $10 price tag, and it took me 55 minutes to complete the game (having watched all the scenes without skipping and on hard mode). Of course, I replayed on normal mode as well and was able to finish slightly quicker. I will likely play more for the few achievements I missed, but since that near impossible achievement is due to glitches, maybe not.”
“The game is riddled with glitches that ruin the experience. I encountered several crashes that forced me to restart, which was incredibly frustrating.”
“I was really looking forward to this game, but the constant freezing and lag made it unplayable at times. It feels like it was released too early.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their appealing art style, which complements the classical music remixes, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience of the game.
“I did enjoy the classical music remixes and the art style, as always, with these games.”
