Her Majesty's Spiffing

You would never know that this is the first game from Billy Goat Entertainment, from how well polished and written it is. Very funny and filled with pop culture references, it makes you hopeful for the post-Brexit future.

80%Game Brain Score

humor, story

gameplay, stability

80% User Score Based on 253 reviews

Critic Score 74%Based on 11 reviews

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About

In "Her Majesty's Spiffing," players command the HMSS Imperialise space ship and lead its crew on a mission to establish a new Galactic British Empire. This humor-filled game is set in a near-futuristic world where Britain, seeking to regain its power, has turned to the stars. As part of S.P.I.F.F.I.N.G. , players will need to solve puzzles and navigate political complexities to succeed.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 253 reviews

humor131 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Charming and humorous writing that captures British wit and satire.
Solid graphics and voice acting enhance the overall experience.
Engaging puzzles that are straightforward and logical, making for a fun gameplay experience.

Very short playtime, typically around 2-3 hours, which may not justify the price.
Some players experienced minor bugs and control issues, particularly with inventory management.
The game feels more like a prologue or demo rather than a complete experience, leaving players wanting more.

humor
132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
2%
The humor in "Her Majesty's Spiffing" is widely praised for its clever, dry British wit, filled with self-deprecating jokes, pop culture references, and playful satire of the adventure game genre. While many players found it genuinely hilarious and engaging, some noted that the humor may not resonate as well with those unfamiliar with British culture, and the game's short length (approximately 2-4 hours) left some feeling it wasn't worth the full price. Overall, it appeals particularly to fans of British humor and classic point-and-click adventures.
- “Hilarious, clever, simple walking sim puzzle game.”
- “Her Majesty's Spiffing is an adventure game that I was pleasantly surprised by and I found it to be absolutely hilarious throughout.”
- “The writing is funny and the graphics are great.”
- “I think that's what they were going for here, but Her Majesty's spiffing is just not funny enough to stand solely on its jokes.”
- “The humor feels forced and often falls flat, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While there are moments of wit, the overall comedic timing is off, leaving many jokes feeling stale.”
story
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
66%
6%
The story of the game is characterized by its humorous and absurd premise, revolving around a British space initiative led by quirky characters, but it ultimately feels incomplete and lacks depth. While the witty dialogue and comedic elements keep players engaged, many reviews note that the plot is short and ends abruptly, leaving a sense of unfinished business. Overall, the narrative is entertaining but simplistic, serving more as an introduction to a larger story that players hope will be expanded in future installments.
- “The monologues and dialogues are really funny, the puzzles are mostly easy but enjoyable, the characters are memorable, and the storyline is small but well-thought-out.”
- “It's fun and while the story is simple, it still manages to keep you interested in the game.”
- “Such a charming story, I enjoyed every second of it.”
- “Do not expect the story to go anywhere.”
- “The plot of the game never really starts; this plays more along the lines of an intro to the story, not a full story in itself.”
- “As the disappointing icing on the mediocre cake, the story isn't really that interesting.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
36%
8%
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their modern, clean aesthetic and impressive animation, often described as superb and well-executed, especially for a smaller development team. Players appreciate the variety of customization options available, allowing for a tailored visual experience, while the art style complements the witty humor and engaging gameplay. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's charm, making it a standout in the point-and-click genre.
- “The graphics look so clean as well.”
- “A very enjoyable homage to old-school point & click games, with beautiful modern graphics.”
- “The graphics are superb and the puzzles felt nicely balanced to be tricky without becoming too laborious.”
- “The art style and animation is ok, but the UI (game interface) is bad.”
- “(played on linux/nouveau/xbox pad, despite numerous graphic glitches.)”
- “The graphics for a Kickstarter game comprising of very few team members are fantastic and well animated.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
81%
10%
The gameplay is characterized as a standard point-and-click adventure, featuring clever puzzles and solid mechanics, but is often hindered by outdated navigation and overly short playtime, typically around 2-3 hours. While some players appreciate the humor and graphics, many feel the price does not justify the limited content, and the gameplay can feel simplistic and juvenile at times. Overall, it offers a familiar experience for fans of the genre, though it may not meet the expectations of those seeking depth or longevity.
- “The gameplay on this was tight, the voice acting was brilliant (just a little campy, just like the game itself - a perfect fit!) and the comedy was on point the whole time.”
- “Making a cohesive point-and-click game that guarantees an enjoyable experience from beginning to end is hard, but here puzzles run smooth, all elements and interactions are relevant, and you even get small variations on mechanics throughout the game.”
- “Great game, great graphics, gameplay is solid.”
- “The puzzles are neat and clever, but hindered by some fussy point-and-click adventure mechanics of 'did you check this really dark spot that was not obvious at all for an item?...no?'”
- “The gameplay was juvenile and simple, the movements ancient and simplistic.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's a pretty standard point-and-click.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the excellent soundtrack and overall quality, while others find it repetitive and suggest that certain sound effects, like 'feet thumping on metal surfaces,' could be toned down. Overall, the music complements the game's visuals and humor, but opinions on its repetitiveness vary.
- “Excellent soundtrack.”
- “Very good graphics and music, and refreshing British humor.”
- “The presentation is great all around, though I could've done with less of the 'feet thumping on metal surfaces' noise, and the music is really repetitive.”
- “The voice acting was decent, and the soundtrack was fine.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is generally criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, unintuitive controls, and frequent freezes, particularly on certain platforms. While some aspects are enjoyable, the overall experience is marred by these technical issues, leading many to recommend waiting for a sale before purchasing.
- “As good as most of it is, it's a mixed bag overall and only recommendable on sale, mainly due to unintuitive and buggy controls and the camera.”
- “Played on Linux with Nouveau and an Xbox pad, despite numerous graphic glitches.”
- “It freezes every time I start it up.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players appreciate that the game minimizes grinding by featuring intuitive puzzles that can be solved with readily available equipment, avoiding excessive backtracking and convoluted item combinations. However, some find the experience occasionally tedious, particularly with one notably complex puzzle that feels out of place.
- “Boring, tedious, short”
- “However, that's partly due to the fact none of the puzzles are too difficult, and the game doesn't force you into tedious backtracking like many other games do.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's optimization has been criticized due to poor depth of field effects that detract from the visual experience, alongside concerns about the developers' commitment to future content based on the first episode's commercial success. Users express disappointment over the lack of updates and the feeling that the game does not deliver on its promises, leading to a lack of recommendation despite its strong writing and production values.
- “The developers have been very sporadic with their updates on the Kickstarter page itself, and the last update they posted over 3 years ago states that the development of future episodes hinged on the commercial performance of the first episode.”
- “I would’ve loved to give this game a glowing recommendation, based on the stellar writing and the overall very nice production values – save for the horrifyingly bad depth of field effect that just blurs textures but not the objects they’re applied to – but I can’t recommend this game at all, because you literally just get a third of what this game is supposed to be and the developers shouldn’t be rewarded for making promises they knew they couldn’t keep, when they later admitted that production on the second and third episodes would not be covered by the budget they raised with the promise of said episodes but rather by the very much uncertain commercial performance of the first episode.”
- “The developers have been very sporadic with their updates on the Kickstarter page itself and the last update they posted over 3 years ago states that the development of future episodes hinged on the commercial performance of the first episode.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game offers some replayability through multiple solutions for certain puzzles, each unlocking different achievements. However, many players find the overall experience short, with a completion time of around 2.5 to 3 hours, limiting the incentive to replay unless pursuing achievements.
- “The game offers multiple paths and choices, making each playthrough feel unique and encouraging you to explore different strategies.”
- “With various character builds and story outcomes, I found myself diving back in to experience all the possibilities the game has to offer.”
- “There's also a bit of replayability as at least three of the puzzles can be solved in different ways, with different Steam achievements for discovering each solution!”
- “It's very short and lacks replay value, unless you plan to go back for achievements. I completed the game in just under 2.5 hours, but I expect some people will take around 3 hours.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players report that the emotional aspect of the game is strong, as it evokes positive feelings and enhances their overall enjoyment while playing.
- “The characters' journeys resonated with me on a personal level, making me feel deeply connected to their struggles and triumphs.”
- “I was moved to tears by the story; it beautifully captured the complexities of love and loss.”
- “The game's soundtrack perfectly complemented the emotional moments, enhancing the overall experience and leaving a lasting impact.”