Henchman Story
- October 14, 2021
- Silken Sail Entertainment
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Get on Xbox Games StoreIn "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.
Reviews
- The game features a hilarious and engaging story with witty dialogue that keeps players entertained throughout.
- The characters are well-developed and charming, with memorable interactions and multiple endings that enhance replayability.
- The voice acting is top-notch, adding depth to the characters and elevating the overall experience.
- Some players found the game to be on the shorter side, leading to a desire for more content or additional routes.
- A few users noted that the voice acting quality varied between characters, with some performances being less impressive than others.
- There were complaints about the save system being inconvenient, making it difficult to track progress in different routes.
- story106 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
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 henchman. Players appreciate the well-written dialogue, charming characters, and the significant impact of their choices, which lead to multiple endings and a satisfying narrative experience. With a blend of comedy, heart, and action, the game successfully balances lighthearted fun with deeper character development, making it a delightful choice for fans of story-driven games.
“This game also flew under the radar of many, which I think is a shame, as the story is good and the characters are charming.”
“Each seemingly frivolous choice actually steers the story forward, giving weight to your role as the lowly henchman.”
“The story is engaging and well-written, with plenty of humor, drama, and action.”
“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.”
“I wasn't sure at first if I was just getting lucky seeing all these 'accidental' callbacks to choices I made throughout the story, but after seeing so many I feel like the story structure looks like a damn forest.”
- humor65 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this visual novel is widely praised for its clever writing, witty dialogue, and engaging characters, making it a standout feature of the game. Players appreciate the blend of absurdity and charm, with many finding the comedic elements consistently funny throughout the experience. The fully voice-acted interactions and humorous take on superhero tropes contribute to a delightful and entertaining narrative that keeps players laughing.
“It has funny jokes, and it provides potential answers as to how some things work in the superhero genre such as: where do villains acquire their lairs, and what happens to said lairs when they get locked up, how do people protect their property from damage from super-fights, etc. I sincerely hope this game gets more attention, and more fan content in the future.”
“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.”
“The writing in this game is so funny and the characters are all so charming!”
- music20 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its upbeat and smooth jazz elements, which effectively enhance the overall experience and set the mood throughout various scenes. Many reviewers noted the soundtrack's quality, with some even considering it worthy of purchase, while the ending song was highlighted as particularly cathartic. Overall, the music complements the game's humor, character design, and voice acting, contributing to a refreshing and enjoyable atmosphere.
“The background music is spot-on in terms of the goofy comic book feel and helps to set the mood in a few places.”
“The music was a surprise; upbeat and smooth jazz helped to amp up or reinforce the scenes.”
“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 voice acting is crisp and 'delicious' to hear, with background music that never upstages the voice performance.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a classic, comic-inspired pixel art style that, while not dazzling, effectively complements the narrative and adds personality to the game. Reviewers appreciate the charming visuals and solid artwork, noting that they enhance the overall experience, despite some minor issues. Overall, the art style is well-received, with many praising its creativity and alignment with the game's themes.
“Graphics: a classic, comic-inspired pixel art style that is simple yet brimming with personality.”
“A solid visual novel with everything the genre needs: exceptional writing, charming visuals, and a good gimmick.”
“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.”
“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.”
- replayability13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to its multiple endings and the ability to shape character interactions and choices, encouraging players to explore different paths. Many users found themselves engaged for extended periods, revisiting the game to experience alternative outcomes and dialogues. Overall, the replay value is considered significant, especially for those who enjoy the narrative and character dynamics.
“Replayability: with multiple endings to discover and different ways to shape your henchman's 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.”
“The first time I watched the trailer, I was automatically sold on this game. I didn't imagine how much replay value it had, keeping me busy throughout a month to achieve the other ending and to witness all the other characters' funny interactions and dialogues.”
“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.”
“There is considerable replay value due to the multiple endings.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its heartwarming and wholesome moments, complemented by humor and engaging character interactions. Players appreciate the emotional depth brought by voice performances and the overall design, which enhances the experience and keeps them invested. Despite some criticisms of excessive banter, the game's ability to evoke genuine feelings and provide a satisfying conclusion is widely praised.
“This has to be one of the funniest and most wholesome visual novels I have played.”
“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.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Henchman Story" is accessible and engaging, featuring a straightforward visual novel format where player choices significantly influence the narrative. With fully voice-acted characters, humorous writing, and a compelling plot, the game offers a fun and enjoyable experience, despite its simplicity and lack of mechanical complexity. Overall, players appreciate the entertaining characters and the length of the gameplay.
“Fully voice acted, humorous, and fantastic writing makes for compelling gameplay.”
“But besides the purely mechanical parts of it, the writing is just fun and funny.”
“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.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game is solid, with only minor performance issues noted, particularly with the character Madame Scorpion. The voice acting is highlighted as a standout feature, praised for its emotional depth and clarity, complemented by well-balanced background music.
“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.”
“The weakest performance is probably Madame Scorpion, but she's by no means bad.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is highly praised for its diverse paths tailored to each character, complemented by exceptional voice acting and striking 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.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is vividly crafted, evoking the nostalgic essence of reading comics and watching Saturday morning cartoons, which enhances the overall 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.”
