Humanity Must Perish

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Humanity Must Perish is a short, comedic visual novel in which the fate of humanity is placed in the hands of a witty, pessimistic android.

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 169 reviews

story34 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features humorous dialogue and a witty protagonist, making it an entertaining read.
It's a short visual novel that can be completed in about an hour, making it a quick and enjoyable experience.
The art style and music are well done, contributing to the overall charm of the game.

The game has very limited choices, with only one significant decision at the end, which may disappoint players looking for more interactivity.
Some humor, particularly involving toilet jokes and sexualization, may be off-putting to certain players.
The story can feel preachy at times, with heavy-handed philosophical themes that may not resonate with everyone.

story
97 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of this visual novel is a brief yet entertaining exploration of humanity through the eyes of an android tasked with determining the fate of mankind. While it features humorous elements and nerdy references, the narrative is criticized for its lack of depth and character development, often feeling linear with minimal player choices. Overall, it offers a light-hearted commentary on human nature, making it suitable for those seeking a quick, comedic read rather than a complex storyline.
- “For a free game by a solo developer, it's pretty darn good. It has funny bits, albeit nerd humor, and took me an hour to 100% it while still enjoying the story.”
- “The story was short but deep and interesting at the same time.”
- “I'm glad I played it, as it was a fun story about an android that is sent into the public to blend in as a human and learn whether or not humanity should live.”
- “Pro tip: just skip the whole story unless you are into jokes about urine and the sexualization of teenage girls.”
- “Overall, the story feels like a thinly veiled rant on man vs nature, while its characters are paper-thin and unlikable.”
- “Granted, there's some level of suspension of disbelief that's sort of required for a comedy game, but a story typically establishes its own sort of internal logic, which this one simply didn't follow.”
humor
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a mix of nerdy, technical jokes and light-hearted, sometimes gross-out humor, which some players found entertaining while others felt it was hit-or-miss or overly crude. Many appreciated the clever writing and the inclusion of pop-ups for technical terms, enhancing the experience for those unfamiliar with the subject matter. Overall, the game is seen as a funny and engaging visual novel, particularly for fans of programming humor, though its reliance on toilet humor may not appeal to everyone.
- “For a free game by a solo developer, it's pretty darn good; it has funny bits, albeit nerd humor, and took me an hour to 100% it while still enjoying the story.”
- “Great writing with really nice humor and thought-provoking topics.”
- “Humanity Must Perish is a funny visual novel with a fun art style and technoish musical score.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as fitting and pleasant, enhancing the overall experience without being particularly memorable. While some players found the soundtrack enjoyable and well-suited to the game's themes, others noted it as decent but not remarkable. Overall, the music serves its purpose effectively, contributing to the atmosphere of the visual novel.
- “The music was good and might be the only part of the visual novel I actually enjoyed.”
- “I enjoyed this visual novel a lot - lovely music, amusing dialogue, and the social/philosophical commentary was interesting as well.”
- “The music is quite good as well and forms a good background to the main story.”
- “The music was decent, but not remarkable.”
- “Music: 4/10”
- “The art, music, and writing are adequate (for a free product) but all that has surprisingly secondary significance here.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally praised for their clean and appealing art style, with many reviewers noting the quality of the character designs and backgrounds. While some minor critiques exist, such as a specific character design that detracted from the experience, the overall visuals are considered enjoyable and well-executed, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere. The combination of good artwork and fitting music enhances the overall experience, making it a visually appealing title.
- “The visuals are well done and the CG artwork looks great.”
- “Well put-together visual novel with a nice art style, funny humor, and good choice of backgrounds and BGM.”
- “Graphics: 6/10”
- “Visually, the art style is anime-like, though everything is depicted by still pictures.”
- “The art style is lovelier than some games that you have to pay for and has some very odd characters.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being minimal and largely consists of clicking through poorly written dialogue, lacking any meaningful interaction or depth. Additionally, some technical references are noted as inaccurate, detracting from the overall experience, while a pop-up mechanic attempts to introduce jargon but feels out of place.
- “The gameplay, however, is quite lacking.”
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which presents the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
- “There is also a weird pop-up mechanic to supposedly teach you the 'jargon' and 'science intensive' words like CPU and artificial intelligence.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books to be tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where players must click to progress through text, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative. The lengthy introductions further contribute to the sense of monotony.
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, be that Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or 2001: A Space Odyssey or Twilight (if you have terrible taste in literature), but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “The intro was very long and incredibly tedious.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a straightforward monetization model, remaining completely free without any in-app purchases or advertisements, which users appreciate for its simplicity.
- “Doesn't bother with anything too complex like in-app purchases and has no ads while being free.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its engaging story that evokes personal reflection on player choices, blending relaxation with heartwarming moments. Players appreciate the emotional depth, though some question the authenticity of their choices in relation to the game's mechanics.
- “It's a good story, but I did find myself wondering if my choice of ending was made due to my own emotional response or if this was really what a machine would pick.”
- “My first visual novel, which I found relaxing and heartwarming.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users consistently rating it a perfect 5/5. Reviewers highlight its immersive environments, engaging sound design, and overall mood that effectively enhances the gaming experience.
- “The atmosphere in this game is absolutely immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and haunting sound design.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a palpable tension that keeps you on edge, making the atmosphere truly unforgettable.”
- “The combination of the eerie soundtrack and the beautifully crafted environments creates an atmosphere that is both enchanting and unsettling.”