Hank: Straightjacket
- February 1, 2023
- My Next Games
Get on SteamHank: Straightjacket is a narrative bite-sized game combining traditional point-and-click gameplay with a time manipulation mechanic.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique time travel mechanic and an engaging comic book style interface that enhances the storytelling experience.
- The writing is well-crafted, with interesting character dynamics that make the brief gameplay enjoyable.
- Despite its short length, the game is visually appealing and leaves players excited for the upcoming full release.
- The gameplay is extremely short, with many players finishing it in under 10 minutes, leading to a feeling of insufficient content.
- The dialogue presentation is slow and can be frustrating, with no option to fast forward through text.
- Some players feel that the game lacks depth and complexity, making it hard to recommend to a broader audience.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique blend of visual novel elements and unconventional superhero themes, featuring an innovative time travel mechanic and a comic book style interface. Players can seamlessly interrupt dialogue to explore different topics, enhancing engagement. Overall, the game offers a visually appealing experience with simple yet captivating mechanics.
“Fun little unconventional superhero game with a neat time travel mechanic.”
“Really cool comic book style interface with a mechanic I hadn't seen before: the ability to interrupt a dialogue flow by asking about things, and then have the dialogue continue relatively seamlessly.”
“It's a visual novel but it has Prince of Persia time mechanics.”
“Nice art style with very simple and short gameplay.”
“It's a visual novel, but it has Prince of Persia time mechanics.”
“This little demonstration does the job well and attracts me with this game mechanic.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game features an engaging story that unfolds through interactive comic book elements, focusing on dialogue-driven gameplay where players must navigate conversations to escape perilous situations. The ability to rewind discussion options adds a unique twist, allowing players to explore different outcomes and discover their character's superpowers.
“A cool little story snippet from an interactive comic book page between a superhero and a villain.”
“The game is a story-based experience where you try to 'speak' your way out of a deadly situation and can rewind your discussion options to discover your so-called superpower!”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in their fates.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their appealing art style and nice visuals, contributing to a cool overall concept, though the gameplay is noted to be very simple and brief.
“Cool idea with nice visuals.”
“Nice art style with very simple and short gameplay.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the strong character design and engaging premise of the game, indicating that these elements contribute positively to the overall character development, making it a highly anticipated addition to their collections.
“The character development in this game is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
“The depth of the character backstories adds so much to the overall experience, making every decision feel impactful.”
