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.

76%Game Brain Score

humor, story

gameplay, music

78% User Score Based on 193 reviews

Critic Score 74%Based on 10 reviews

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Her Majesty's SPIFFING is a single player action adventure game with comedy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Billy Goat Entertainment Ltd and was released on December 7, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

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.

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Audience ScoreBased on 193 reviews

humor104 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features sharp, witty writing and humor that often breaks the fourth wall, making it a delightful experience for fans of British comedy.
The graphics and character models are well-polished, providing a visually appealing environment that enhances the overall experience.
Despite its short length, the game offers a charming and engaging adventure that is filled with pop culture references and clever puzzles.

The game is very short, typically taking only 2-3 hours to complete, which many players feel does not justify the full price.
Some players have reported clunky controls and a cumbersome inventory management system that detracts from the gameplay experience.
The humor, while appreciated by some, may not resonate with everyone, and the reliance on British stereotypes and references could alienate non-British players.

humor
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Her Majesty's Spiffing" is widely praised for its clever British wit, self-referential jokes, and pop culture references, making it a delightful experience for fans of British comedy. While many players found the humor genuinely funny and engaging, some noted that it may not resonate with everyone, particularly those unfamiliar with British culture. The game's short length (approximately 2-4 hours) was a common point of critique, with some feeling it didn't justify the price, though many agreed that the humor was a standout feature that enhanced the overall enjoyment.
- “Both the British humor and the parodies of adventure games were spot on, and I found myself laughing out loud quite a few times.”
- “The writing is funny, and the graphics are great.”
- “In true British form, the humor was dry and subtle, but sure to put a smile on your face!”
- “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
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
61%
9%
The story is generally described as short and simple, often infused with humor and charm, but many reviewers feel it lacks depth and resolution, leaving plot threads unresolved. While some appreciate the comedic writing and engaging characters, others criticize the abrupt ending and the feeling that the narrative serves more as an introduction than a complete story. Overall, it offers a light-hearted experience, but many hope for further development in potential sequels.
- “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.”
- “I was also very amused by the writing, somewhat reminiscent of classic Sierra games (think Space Quest and Leisure Suit Larry), but also with a self-referential and classic-type British humour that kept me engaged and laughing along as they discussed the very formulaic manner of these games whilst making you follow through with the very tasks they were making fun of.”
- “Such a charming story, I enjoyed every second of it.”
- “But there is no story.”
- “As the disappointing icing on the mediocre cake, the story isn't really that interesting.”
- “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.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a standard point-and-click adventure, featuring clever puzzles but hindered by some outdated mechanics and a lack of depth. While the game offers a charming experience with solid graphics and humor, it is criticized for its short duration (approximately 2-3 hours) and simplistic interactions, which some players feel do not justify the price. Overall, it provides a cohesive experience, but many reviewers express a desire for more content and innovation.
- “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.”
- “This game about Britain's post-Brexit colonization of space is funny in all the right places, charming in that indie way, and despite the short gameplay (~2 hours) and some bugs, it is worth it to support the small developers.”
- “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.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
32%
11%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their modern aesthetic and attention to detail, effectively paying homage to classic point-and-click titles. Players appreciate the vibrant art style, good animation, and the overall visual quality, which enhances the humorous and engaging gameplay experience. However, some users noted issues with the user interface and occasional graphical glitches, but these did not significantly detract from the overall positive impression of the visuals.
- “A very enjoyable homage to old-school point & click games, with beautiful modern graphics.”
- “Great game, great graphics, gameplay is solid.”
- “The writing is funny and the graphics are great.”
- “The art style and animation is ok, but the UI (game interface) is bad.”
- “(played on linux/nouveau/xbox pad, despite numerous graphic glitches.)”
- “Bizarre but something to do with the graphics I guess.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its excellent soundtrack and decent voice acting, though some players find it repetitive and suggest that certain sound effects, like 'feet thumping on metal surfaces,' could be toned down. Overall, the presentation, including the music, contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “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.”
- “Voice acting was decent, and the soundtrack was fine.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 to recommendations for purchase only during sales.
- “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.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report that the emotional aspect of the game is strong, as it evokes positive feelings and enhances their overall enjoyment while playing.
- “The game resonated with me on a deep emotional level, making me feel a range of powerful emotions throughout my journey.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the characters' stories; their struggles and triumphs felt incredibly real.”
- “Playing this game brought back memories and feelings I thought I had forgotten, creating a profound connection.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its very short playtime, typically completed in under three hours, which significantly limits its replayability unless players are motivated to pursue achievements.
- “The game is 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.”
- “Once you finish the main storyline, there's little incentive to play again, as the experience doesn't change significantly with different choices.”
- “After completing the game, I found that there was no real motivation to replay it, as the content felt repetitive and unvaried.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that while most puzzles are intuitive and straightforward, one particularly convoluted puzzle detracts from the overall experience, leading to feelings of boredom and tedium. The grinding aspect is characterized by a lack of engaging challenges, with some players finding the journey to solve certain puzzles unnecessarily complex and unfunny.
- “Boring, tedious, short”

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Her Majesty's SPIFFING is a action adventure game with comedy and science fiction themes.

Her Majesty's SPIFFING is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Her Majesty's SPIFFING.

Her Majesty's SPIFFING was released on December 7, 2016.

Her Majesty's SPIFFING was developed by Billy Goat Entertainment Ltd.

Her Majesty's SPIFFING has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Her Majesty's SPIFFING is a single player game.

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