Grimsfield

About

"Grimsfield" is a point-and-click adventure game set in a market town in Northern England, where you play as an egotistical poet trying to reach an open mic night. The game features a Kafka-esque world of rules and bureaucracy, with multiple endings and interactions with quirky characters. Navigate through offices and alleyways in your quest to bypass legislation and reach your destination, while role-playing as a self-absorbed nuisance.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

Grimsfield features amazing dialogue, a unique art style, and outstanding music, making it a fun and entertaining experience.
The game offers a fresh and humorous take on bureaucracy and social interaction, set in a surreal Northern England environment.
Despite its short length, the game leaves a lasting impression and is considered a hidden gem worth playing.

The game is quite short, which may leave players wanting more closure and content.
Some players experienced occasional control hiccups, which can be frustrating in a point-and-click adventure.
There is a lack of support for the game, which may concern some players looking for assistance or updates.

humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in Grimsfield is characterized by its bizarre and hilarious dialogue, complemented by a unique blend of beatnik poetry and bureaucracy humor. Users appreciate the game's beautiful design and find the humor to be a significant highlight, making it a worthwhile purchase for those who enjoy a stylized, comedic experience.
- “Beautiful design, hilarious dialogue.”
- “The artwork and humor are worth the purchase.”
- “It is a thoroughly bizarre and utterly hilarious point and click adventure.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their amazing art style and hyper-stylized black and white aesthetic, which complement the game's unique humor and themes. Reviewers find the visuals simple yet perfectly suited to the overall experience, enhancing the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “If that doesn’t deter you and the phrases 'beatnik poetry' and 'bureaucracy humor' mixed with a hyper-stylized black and white aesthetic excite you, then I think you’ll enjoy Grimsfield.”
- “The artwork and humor are worth the purchase.”
- “The aesthetics are simple, but oddly perfect for the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a diverse and engaging soundtrack that includes everything from Soviet-inspired accordion melodies to laid-back bass tracks, enhancing the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.
- “There is so much good I can say about this game: amazing dialogue, top-notch art style, outstanding music, good character development, overall had a fun time playing from start to finish.”
- “Another thing I'll point out is that the soundtrack is very good, from the Soviet-sounding accordions to the chilled-out bassy tracks.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Grimsfield is characterized as simple and short, yet highly entertaining, making it a worthwhile experience for its low price of $3.
- “The game is short and the gameplay is simple, but overall it's super entertaining and worth $3!”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development in the game, highlighting its depth and quality alongside impressive dialogue, art style, and music, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
- “There is so much good I can say about this game: amazing dialogue, top-notch art style, outstanding music, good character development, overall had a fun time playing from start to finish.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is described as highly surreal, creating an immersive and captivating experience for players.
- “The game creates a very surreal and atmospheric experience.”
- “The ambiance is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to an immersive atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”