Hill Agency: PURITYdecay
- March 31, 2023
- Achimostawinan Games
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Get on itch.io StoreThe year is 2762 and you are Meeygen Hill, a tough as nails P.I., working in the neighbourhoods of one of the last major cities of North America. Life is all truant kids and cheating spouses until a dame barges in from the Risen City and changes your life. Her sister has been murdered and the cops are useless. It’s up to you to find out whodunit and it seems like this case go way further up than t…
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Reviews
- The game beautifully integrates Indigenous culture and sensibility into a cyber-noir detective narrative, creating a unique and engaging experience.
- The visuals are stunning, with a striking black and white aesthetic complemented by vibrant colors, enhancing the exploration of the game's world.
- The dialogue is well-written and enjoyable, with memorable characters that keep players invested in the story.
- The user interface can feel clunky at times, with some controls behaving unexpectedly and a lack of key function mapping.
- The pacing may be slow for some players, particularly due to the walking speed and the game's deliberate exploration style.
- There have been reports of bugs in earlier versions, although recent patches have improved the overall experience.
- story8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is engaging and well-written, featuring enjoyable dialogue that keeps players interested throughout its approximately three-hour duration. Set in a unique indigenous detective context, it combines futuristic elements with a noir aesthetic, offering a blend of mystery and cultural depth. Despite some initial bugs, recent updates have improved the experience, allowing players to fully appreciate the intriguing narrative and fun characters.
“As the story progresses through each case, I felt that the dialogue between characters was well written, enjoyable, and kept me interested.”
“I really recommend this game, it's got a cool style, interesting story, and plenty of intrigue -- there were some game-breaking bugs in previous versions of the game, so you may have seen some confused Twitch streamers playing the game, but fortunately the developers have continued to support the game and as of patch 1.03 I was able to play through the entire story without any major issues!”
“It has a beautiful vibe with futuristic story elements, and a noir style of cinematography, packing into an indigenous detective game where you need to search everything hunting for clues but with a very mellow soundtrack.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay features memorable characters and a visually striking, desaturated world with vibrant color accents, making it engaging and easy to grasp. While the game mechanics are well-integrated and encourage player thought, some users find the interface clunky and the slower pace can hinder the overall experience.
“The characters are memorable, gameplay is simple enough to understand, and the Sin City-esque desaturated world with flashes of color is stunning.”
“The game mechanics are well chosen and integrate well into the world, encouraging player engagement and critical thinking, though at times the interface can feel clunky due to the slower pace of the game and the lack of a key functions map in the settings.”
“The game mechanics are well chosen and integrate well into the world with expectations of player engagement and thinking, though at times the interface can feel clunky due to the slower pace of the game and the lack of a key functions map in the settings.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, characterized by streamlined dialogue that aligns with the characters' personalities, enhancing the overall experience through thoughtfully designed dialogue trees.
“The humor and pretty streamlined dialogue was a welcome sight, with dialogue trees feeling well laid out and in line with the character's personality.”
“The witty banter between characters kept me laughing throughout the game, making even the most serious moments feel lighthearted.”
“I loved the clever puns and unexpected jokes sprinkled throughout the storyline; they added a delightful twist to the gameplay.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by a mellow soundtrack that complements its beautiful, futuristic vibe and noir cinematography, enhancing the immersive experience of the indigenous detective narrative.
“It has a beautiful vibe with futuristic story elements and a noir style of cinematography, packed into an indigenous detective game where you need to search everything hunting for clues, all complemented by a very mellow soundtrack.”
“The soundtrack is incredibly dull and fails to enhance the game's atmosphere.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the game has a beautiful vibe, the mellow soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the intensity of the gameplay.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their engaging art style and effective representation of indigenous culture, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
“I found this game enjoyable with its captivating story, intriguing mystery, unique art style, and rich representation of indigenous culture.”
“The graphics are stunning, bringing the vibrant world to life with incredible detail and artistry.”
“The visual design is breathtaking, making every scene a work of art that enhances the overall gaming experience.”
