Henchman Story

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In "Henchman Story," you play as a washed-up henchman trying to make a comeback in the supervillain world. Build your own evil lair, recruit minions, and complete missions to gain notoriety. Use your wits and charm to navigate the underworld and rise through the ranks to become the ultimate henchman.

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 398 reviews

story124 positive mentions

The game features exceptional writing with witty and humorous dialogue that keeps players engaged.
It has a charming cast of characters, each with their own unique personalities and story arcs, making the experience enjoyable and relatable.
The game is fully voice acted, enhancing the overall immersion and bringing the characters to life.

Some players found the voice acting to be hit-or-miss, with certain characters not delivering as well as others.
The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and additional routes.
There are complaints about the main character being a set male, limiting player choice for those who prefer gender selection.

story
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The story of "Henchman Story" is a humorous and engaging visual novel that offers a fresh perspective on the superhero genre by focusing on the life of a lowly henchman. Players navigate a branching narrative filled with charming characters, witty dialogue, and meaningful choices that lead to multiple endings, all enhanced by excellent voice acting. While the plot may not be groundbreaking, its lighthearted tone and character development provide a delightful experience that resonates with fans of comedy and storytelling.
- “The story is engaging and well-written, with plenty of humor, drama, and action.”
- “Each seemingly frivolous choice actually steers the story forward, giving weight to your role as the lowly henchman.”
- “Through all the laughs, 'Henchman Story' has a surprising amount of heart.”
- “The story itself is pretty much your standard supervillain story, nothing much to it.”
- “While the story is primarily a self-aware deconstruction of superhero stories from the viewpoint of the mooks, once the plot gets rolling that takes a back seat to the very satisfying development of the characters and their relationships.”
- “Which is fine for the story, but having another level to the relationship would be fun.”
humor
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, witty dialogue, and engaging characters, making it a standout feature. Players appreciate the satirical take on superhero tropes, with many finding the interactions and scenarios genuinely hilarious and entertaining throughout. The fully voice-acted content adds to the charm, ensuring that the comedic elements feel natural and well-integrated into the narrative.
- “Yes, the premise is hilarious–you're the bumbling underling of the egotistical supervillain Lord Bedlam–but this visual novel weaves an unexpectedly charming narrative underneath all the goofy antics.”
- “This game is hilarious, and you will want to quote everything it says.”
- “I was truly laughing my ass off at many parts and grinning ear to ear!”
music
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The music in the game has received high praise for its upbeat and smooth jazz elements, which effectively enhance the storytelling and set the mood throughout various scenes. Many reviewers noted the soundtrack's quality, with some even rating it a perfect 10/10, and highlighted the cathartic ending song as a standout feature. While a few mentioned that the music could be average at times, the overall consensus is that it complements the game's humor, characters, and voice acting exceptionally well.
- “The background music is also spot-on in terms of the goofy comic book feel and helps to set the mood in a few places.”
- “The ending song is immensely cathartic and serves as a fitting way to end the story’s many endings; each one being a blast to unlock.”
- “I went into the extras section after doing the villain routes, and one soundtrack name spoils a twist and part of a CG in another route before you've even seen it.”
- “My only complaints would be that the music is average and the UI isn't that polished, but I absolutely loved this game!”
- “The music was a surprise; upbeat and smooth jazz helped to amp up or reinforce the scenes.”
graphics
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The graphics are characterized by a classic, comic-inspired pixel art style that is simple yet full of personality, effectively complementing the narrative. While some reviewers noted that the visuals are not dazzling, they are generally well-received for their charm and suitability to the story, with a few minor technical issues mentioned. Overall, the artwork is praised for its creativity and alignment with the game's themes, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “Graphics: a classic, comic-inspired pixel art style that is simple yet brimming with personality.”
- “The art style was great, the cast was funny and well written, and the voice acting was brilliant.”
- “While the graphics aren't what I would call dazzling, they are well suited for the story and powerfully portray the important moments of the narrative.”
- “Graphics: the art is good enough, but not great.”
- “There is an odd issue where in one of her common poses, Madam Scorpion's cleavage gets a line artifact in it, not that I was focusing on that part of the generally solid artwork.”
replayability
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The game boasts high replayability due to its multiple endings and the ability to shape your character's personality through various choices, encouraging players to explore different paths and interactions. Many reviewers noted that the engaging story and humorous dialogue make returning to the game enjoyable, with significant differences in outcomes based on player decisions. Overall, the replay value is considered strong, especially when the game is offered at a discount.
- “Replayability: with multiple endings to discover and different ways to shape your henchman personality, there's plenty of reason to replay and discover different paths.”
- “The game respects your choices and has multiple paths and endings, giving it a lot of replayability.”
- “If we talk about replayability, I can't make any criticism either; there are a lot of little things that change completely as the scenes unfold, and not to mention the various endings that there are, some will make you feel like the worst human being in history and others as the happiest person of all.”
- “At full price, the replay value is a bit low, but at a -20% discount, it's definitely worth it.”
- “If we talk about replayability, I can't make any criticism either. There are a lot of little things that change completely as the scenes unfold, and not to mention the various endings that there are; some will make you feel like the worst human being in history, while others will make you feel like the happiest person of all.”
- “The main replayability here is if you enjoy the game enough to go back and replay it to get a different ending or select different choices.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted as heartwarming and wholesome, with players appreciating the blend of humor and sincerity throughout the narrative. The character interactions, particularly the banter, contribute to a rich emotional experience, while the performances, especially by Anthony Sardinha, enhance the game's emotional depth. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to evoke genuine feelings, making it a memorable and uplifting experience.
- “The game's design, characters, music, voice acting, writing, banter, multiple endings, and so much more really kept me going, and apart from being entertaining, it is oddly very heartwarming.”
- “Maybe with the exception of befriending Dave, but the conclusion to that is so heartwarming I'm willing to forgive it.”
- “The banter you get between characters can be a bit too much, but there are a lot of heartwarming moments that really sell you on them and the read as a whole.”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "Henchman Story" is characterized by its accessible visual novel format, where player choices significantly influence the narrative. With fully voice-acted dialogue, humorous writing, and engaging characters, the game offers a fun and entertaining experience, despite its simplicity and lack of mechanical complexity. Overall, players appreciate the enjoyable plot and the lighthearted tone that enhances the gameplay.
- “Fully voice acted, humorous, and fantastic writing makes for compelling gameplay.”
- “Enjoyed the characters, the plot, and the gameplay!”
- “Relative long gameplay.”
- “It might not be the grandest or most mechanically complex visual novel, but 'henchman story' knows what it is and embraces its silliness with confidence.”
- “Gameplay: easy to pick up visual novel format, where your choices genuinely shape the direction of the story.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game is generally well-received, with voice performances being a standout feature, particularly highlighting Anthony Sardinha's emotional range. While some characters, like Madame Scorpion, are noted as weaker, the overall quality of voice acting and background music enhances the experience without overshadowing the performances.
- “Amazing performance.”
- “The voice acting is crisp and 'delicious' to hear, with background music that never upstages the voice performance.”
- “Anthony Sardinha gives great emotional range in his performances as Dave and Chef.”
character development
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Character development is highly praised for its distinct paths that vary based on the character chosen, complemented by exceptional voice acting and character design. The overall presentation, including music and artwork, enhances the storytelling experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “Completely different paths depending on the character, absolutely great voice acting, and just great character design in general!”
- “Great character voice, great character design, great music, great artwork, and the best story.”
- “Great character voice, great character design, great music, great artwork, and the best story.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for effectively evoking the nostalgic feel of reading comics and watching Saturday morning cartoons, creating an engaging and immersive experience for players.
- “The writing captures the feel and atmosphere of what it's like to read a comic or watch a Saturday morning cartoon in the best way possible.”