Heroes Rise: The Hero Project

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In "Heroes Rise: The Hero Project," you're a contender in a reality TV show determining the world's next superhero. Through a series of tough choices, you'll develop your character, gain allies, and defeat enemies to prove yourself worthy of the title. With its engaging narrative and multiple endings, this text-based RPG offers a unique blend of superhero action and strategic decision-making.

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

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 147 reviews

story32 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features an engaging and well-written story that keeps players invested in the characters and their choices.
The sequel expands on the original by introducing a reality TV show format, adding layers of complexity to the decision-making process.
Players appreciate the character development and the emotional weight of the choices, making for a compelling narrative experience.

Many players feel that the game is overly linear, with choices that often lead to predetermined outcomes, diminishing the sense of agency.
The lack of a save function and the inability to go back on decisions can lead to frustrating experiences, especially if players make a mistake.
Some characters undergo drastic personality changes from the first game, which can be jarring and detract from the overall enjoyment of the story.

story
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
71%
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The story in this game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its engaging premise and improved depth compared to the first installment, while others criticize its linearity and lack of meaningful player choices. Many found the narrative disjointed and frustrating, particularly due to the feeling of being "on rails" and the presence of plot armor that undermined character development. Despite these criticisms, some players enjoyed the immersive writing and the way the story tackled complex themes, making it a worthwhile experience for those who appreciate interactive fiction.
- “It had a lot more to offer than the first game, and it certainly showed that the author worked hard to provide an engaging story with multiple layers of plot.”
- “It ties together great storytelling, meaningful player choice, immersive writing, and a believable world in a way few other games or books do.”
- “The story is even better than the last one, with twists and turns that will keep you guessing on your first playthrough.”
- “I am kind of annoyed, honestly, especially because the overall plot just seems so disjointed from the prequel.”
- “The story is rather short, and none of the decisions seem to impact the story in any meaningful way, or at all in some cases.”
- “The story was uncompelling, poorly written, and not immersive in any way.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players describe the game as an emotionally intense experience, likening it to a roller-coaster ride that evokes deep feelings through impactful choices and dramatic events. Many reviewers highlight the strong emotional engagement, recalling moments that resonate powerfully, similar to iconic emotional scenes from other games. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a thought-provoking narrative that fosters a strong emotional connection.
- “This has been one of the most emotional, roller-coaster rides of my life, and it happened in a video game.”
- “I highly recommend this game to anyone who is up for an intellectual story that really gets you thinking and emotionally attached.”
- “I have not been so emotionally involved in any moment in a game since Clementine shot Lee.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in this game are minimal to nonexistent, focusing instead on an immersive narrative experience. While some players may miss traditional visuals, the engaging story and player choices provide substantial entertainment, appealing to those who appreciate a text-driven adventure.
- “Yeah, it does have pictures and graphics.”
- “I normally hate games with no graphics or similar stuff, but wow!”
- “Buy it, and impress all your friends by not only reading books without pictures, but by also playing games without graphics.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Overall, replayability varies significantly among different games; some are noted for almost nonexistent replay value, while others, like "The Hero Project," offer a lengthier experience with higher replayability. Additionally, certain titles provide a highly replayable experience due to challenging decision-making influenced by diverse environments.
- “Highly replayable, and the decisions are way harder to make based on the whole different environment you are in.”
- “Straight to the point of almost nonexistent replayability.”
- “The hero project is also lengthier and has higher replayability.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The gameplay retains similar mechanics to the first installment, but many users find the story lacking and unengaging, questioning its relevance to the gameplay experience. Despite these narrative shortcomings, players appreciate the value for money, noting that they still enjoy a substantial amount of gameplay for the price.
- “Otherwise, I really enjoyed the series, and again, for $4.00, I got a lot of hours of gameplay in.”
- “Similar mechanics to book 1, but this time the story is tedious at best, and non-existent at worst.”
- “Why are they even there if it changes nothing story-wise, gameplay-wise, or even conversation-wise?!”
- “Otherwise, I really enjoyed the series, and again, for $4.00 got a lot of hours of gameplay in.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be extremely tedious, with repetitive mechanics reminiscent of the first installment, but lacking an engaging story to motivate the effort.
- “Weren't given enough; it's extremely tedious.”
- “Similar mechanics to book 1, but this time the story is tedious at best, and non-existent at worst.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is praised for its excellent writing and the inclusion of the main supporting cast, enhancing the overall narrative. However, some users feel that the characters behave irrationally and do not exhibit growth consistent with their previous arcs from the earlier book.
- “Excellent writing, with more character development for the main supporting cast, which is great.”
- “The character development is impressive, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “The depth of the characters and their growth throughout the story is truly remarkable.”
- “The whole story is set around a reality TV show, and the characters act completely contrary to rationality, failing to follow any character development from the previous book.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “Despite the potential for deep storytelling, the character arcs are predictable and uninspired, leaving little room for player investment.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players have found that orchestral music, particularly from Two Steps from Hell, enhances their experience while playing text-based games, adding an unexpected depth to the gameplay.
- “I've been playing these with Two Steps from Hell orchestral music, and it goes great! I didn't think I'd ever sit down and play a text game in 2014.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience that keeps me engaged.”
- “Every track in the game is a masterpiece, enhancing the emotional depth of the story and making each moment memorable.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is intertwined with its narrative and decision-making, blending elements of comedy, drama, and a touch of action to create an engaging experience.
- “Because of its story and decisions, it has humor, drama, and a little action.”