Homestar Runner: Halloween Hide n' Seek
- August 6, 2023
- Videlectrix
Get on Steam"Homestar Runner: Halloween Hide n' Seek" is a point-and-click game where players help Homestar find his friends' costumes on Halloween night. The game features retro-style graphics, 100's of voiced dialogs, and 9 different locations to explore. An optional secret quest and hidden easter egg provide additional challenges. Fans of Homestar Runner will enjoy the familiar humor and self-referential jokes.
Reviews
- A charming and humorous point-and-click adventure that captures the essence of Homestar Runner, filled with fun references for longtime fans.
- The game is short but sweet, providing roughly an hour of fully voice-acted gameplay for a very reasonable price.
- It's a nostalgic experience that feels like a love letter to fans of the series and classic adventure games, making it a delightful Halloween-themed game.
- The game is very short, which may leave some players wanting more content or replayability.
- Some puzzles can be obtuse and frustrating, which is a common issue in classic adventure games.
- Players unfamiliar with Homestar Runner may find the humor and references difficult to appreciate, limiting its appeal to a broader audience.
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever references and comedic charm, particularly appealing to fans of Homestar Runner and classic point-and-click games. Reviewers highlight its funny voice acting and memorable moments, such as "grandma bane," noting that it remains entertaining and well-aged despite being an early Telltale title. Overall, it offers a delightful, short experience filled with the series' signature humor, making it a worthwhile investment for fans.
“Lots of fun references for longtime watchers, funny as hell and very worth your time and money.”
“If you're the type who likes both Homestar Runner and classic point-and-click games, this is a charming little half-hour distraction full of the series' distinct brand of humor.”
“The humor is on point and exactly what you'd expect from Homestar Runner.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics in "Homestar Runner: Halloween Hide n' Seek" are praised for their vibrant and engaging style, reminiscent of classic graphic adventure games. Users appreciate the attention to detail in character designs, which cleverly reference various obscure titles from the genre, contributing to a nostalgic and visually appealing experience. Overall, the graphics are described as impressive and enjoyable, enhancing the game's charm.
“Now imagine this game has everyone dressing up as various - and often obscure - characters from classic graphic adventure titles, because the Chapman brothers truly love this genre.”
“What you'd have would surely be 'Homestar Runner: Halloween Hide n' Seek', another fine - if ultimately short - graphic adventure by Team Videlectrix.”
“Videlectrix graphics are so good, they gave me the jibblies in August.”
“Sweat graphics!”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story of the game has a significant personal impact on players, fostering friendships and connections, with some expressing a strong desire for a sequel, indicating its lasting emotional resonance.
“I really hope we end up getting Peasant's Quest 2 one day, for real!”
“The story is so engaging that it led me to form a lasting friendship with someone I met through the game.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, leaving me feeling disconnected from their journeys.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers approximately one hour of fully voice-acted content, extending to two hours for completionists, making it a worthwhile experience for its low price of two dollars.
“Definitely worth the $2 price tag that gets you roughly one hour of fully voice-acted gameplay, two hours if you're going for 100%.”
“The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes with its challenging puzzles and dynamic combat mechanics.”
“I love how the gameplay seamlessly blends exploration and action, making every moment feel exciting and rewarding.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long.”
“I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, leading to moments of boredom that overshadow the fun.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of Dangeresque is considered fair for its price, but many users feel that the game's simplicity and brevity make it feel more like an advertisement for Homestar Runner and Videlectrix rather than a fully fleshed-out product.
“Dangeresque is worth the asking price, but this is a bit too simple and short for what is also just an advertisement for Homestar Runner/Videlectrix.”
