Heroes of Book & Paper
- June 18, 2023
- Lagartija Software
Get on SteamDescriptionHB&P is an old-school RPG game that uses an 80s/90s style of design and concept. Your decisions will determine the ending of each adventure you take. Every story has different and random components, what it means that the stories will vary from game to game. Even though HB&P is an 80s/90s style game, we have taken the liberty of saving you from having to read the boring endles…
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Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic 'choose your own adventure' experience with multiple branching stories and endings.
- There are eight character classes to choose from, allowing for diverse play styles and strategies.
- The developer is responsive to feedback and actively working on improving the game and adding more content.
- The user interface can be confusing, making navigation and inventory management challenging.
- Some important gameplay mechanics and item information are not well explained, leading to potential confusion.
- The game is relatively short, with some players able to complete it in about 30 minutes.
- story16 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by its branching narrative and the impact of player choices, allowing for multiple endings and the ability to revisit missions to unlock new paths and gain experience. Players can influence future missions based on past decisions, enhancing the sense of continuity and consequence in the storytelling. The game offers both a normal mode for selecting specific stories and a campaign mode that presents a series of interconnected narratives.
“Another really interesting and cool thing about these missions is that the choices you make in them can and will carry over into future missions.”
“I enjoy the fact that each story has many endings, so you can go back and make different choices to see the different outcomes!”
“But is that the only reason to return to old missions?”
“Who knows how your story will unfold?”
“It's presented as a story with multiple branching alternatives, full of choices.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are not groundbreaking, aligning with its nostalgic, choose-your-own-adventure style, but they effectively support the storytelling through simple visuals and animations that enhance the overall experience. Players should not expect high-end graphics, as the focus is on delivering an engaging narrative reminiscent of classic tabletop RPGs.
“That depends; if you are looking for a game that takes you down memory lane to the times of choose-your-own-adventure type books, or maybe the early stages of TTRPGs and pen & paper games, and you don’t expect flashy graphics and all the bells and whistles?”
“The game itself is not a graphical marvel, as no one would expect for this type of game, but it displays an easy-to-follow story that is supported by graphics and small animations for additional depth and appeal.”
“That depends, if you are looking for a game that takes you down memory lane to the times of choose-your-own-adventure type books, or maybe the early stages of tabletop RPGs and pen & paper games, and you don’t expect flashy graphics and all the bells and whistles?”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally solid, though some users note that the user interface can be somewhat rough in certain areas; however, this does not significantly impact the overall gameplay experience.
“The UI is a bit rough for certain things, but this is an issue that doesn't influence gameplay.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The controls are unresponsive at times, which can lead to frustrating moments during gameplay.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt the flow of gameplay, making it an unpleasant experience.”
