Gentlemen!
- November 5, 2013
- Lucky Frame
Get on SteamGentlemen! is a frantic local multiplayer Victorian-themed deathmatch game for 2-4 players. Full controller support! Local multiplayer! Play your friends. Crush their dreams. Smell their fear. Destroy them with a thousand pigeons. You'll need to hone a delicate balance of technique, knowledge, cunning, and blind panic (just like a real duel!).
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Reviews
- Gentlemen! is a fun and frantic local multiplayer game that provides a unique and entertaining experience when played with friends.
- The game's mechanics, including gravity-switching and a variety of weapons, add a unique flavor to the gameplay, making it enjoyable for short sessions.
- It supports multiple controllers and is easy to pick up, making it a good choice for casual gaming with friends.
- The game lacks single-player and online multiplayer modes, making it nearly unplayable for those without friends nearby.
- Keybinding issues and a lack of polish, such as the absence of a quit button, detract from the overall experience.
- Content is limited, leading to repetitive gameplay that can quickly become boring after a short time.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Gentlemen!" features frantic mechanics and gravity-swap elements that provide a unique experience, especially in local multiplayer settings. However, it suffers from a lack of variety and depth compared to higher-budget games like Super Smash Bros., and its appeal is limited by the need for multiple players and keyboards. While it may be enjoyable at a lower price point, the repetitive artwork and limited arenas may leave players feeling that it doesn't offer sufficient value for its cost.
“The game probably doesn't hold up as well as some bigger-budget party games, but its gravity-swap mechanics give it its own flavor and it easily merits the tiny asking price.”
“The mechanics are fun and the gameplay is frantic.”
“If you like local multiplayer and frantic gameplay, this one's worth buying on sale or in a bundle, and even at full price, I doubt you'll be disappointed.”
“The game itself looks like a Unity engine mess with cheap sprites moving way too fast and a gimmicky walk-on-ceiling mechanic.”
“But there are multiple problems plaguing the gameplay.”
“Were the price significantly lower it would be a harder call, but at $10 with only about a dozen arenas, simply drawn and repetitive artwork (one character is barely more than a color swap), and gameplay that loses its charm after you learn how to play, I can't see anyone getting their money's worth out of gentlemen!”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as simple yet clean, running impressively at native 2160x1440 resolution with good optimization on lower-end hardware. However, the limited and repetitive artwork, along with a lack of variety in character design, detracts from the overall value, especially given the game's price point.
“I am writing this review based on past experience with the game, and it does run at native 2160x1440 resolution at max graphics at 48-60fps on an i3-4010Y, which is very impressive optimization.”
“Were the price significantly lower it would be a harder call, but at $10 with only about a dozen arenas, simply drawn and repetitive artwork (one character is barely more than a color swap), and gameplay that loses its charm after you learn how to play, I can't see anyone getting their money's worth out of gentlemen!”
“Of course, the graphics are simple but clean.”
“I am writing this review based off of past experience with the game, and it does run at native 2160x1440 resolution at max graphics at 48-60fps on an i3-4010y, which is very impressive optimization.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a desire for deeper character backstories and more creative narrative elements, such as inventive prose on win screens, to enhance the overall storytelling experience. They feel that adding these elements would provide a richer context and connection to the characters.
“The game successfully weaves a rich narrative that adds depth to each character.”
“I loved the character backstories; they really brought the story to life.”
“The inventive prose on the win screens added an extra layer of immersion to the overall experience.”
“The game lacks depth in character backstories, leaving players wanting more context and connection.”
“There is a missed opportunity to weave an engaging narrative that could enhance the overall experience.”
“The story feels disjointed and fails to provide a cohesive experience for the players.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is praised for its clever simplicity and ability to create an addictive experience, making it particularly enjoyable when played with friends. Overall, it is described as both epic and hilariously fun.
“This game is funny and highly addictive, and the idea itself is quite genius in its simplicity.”
“Epic and hilariously fun with friends!”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users have reported stability issues, particularly noting glitches in the main menu when transitioning between the "options" and "information" sections.
“The main menu glitches out when I switch from 'Options' to 'Information'.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates impressive optimization, running at a native 2160x1440 resolution with max graphics settings at 48-60fps on an i3-4010y processor, showcasing its ability to perform well on lower-end hardware.
“I am writing this review based on past experience with the game, and it runs at native 2160x1440 resolution at max graphics at 48-60fps on an i3-4010Y, which is very impressive optimization.”
