Incel Syndrome

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Incel Syndrome is a single player simulation game. It was developed by socah development and was released on August 20, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The abstract male is the image of God, the absolute something. Sam isn't exactly looking for a girlfriend. He's content living an aimless life, browsing imageboards and hanging out with his buddies Jake and Jonathan. Recently however, Sam has become entangled in a web of twisted conspiracy theories, causing intrusive thoughts about the opposite sex to occupy his mind. Follow Sam during his irre…

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Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

story6 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The writing is well-crafted and provides a deep insight into the troubled psyche of the protagonist, making it feel realistic and engaging.
The soundtrack complements the narrative effectively, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.
Despite its flaws, the game offers a unique perspective on the complexities of incel culture and the struggles faced by young men in modern society.

The game lacks meaningful interactivity, functioning more like an e-book than a traditional visual novel, which may disappoint players seeking gameplay.
Character development is often superficial, with many characters feeling like stereotypes rather than fully realized individuals.
The pacing can be slow, particularly in the beginning, which may deter players from continuing through to the more engaging parts of the story.

story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it static and underwhelming, particularly at the beginning, while others appreciate its philosophical depth and character development. Although the narrative is primarily linear with limited interactivity, many readers found the plot engaging and reflective of real-life experiences, despite some characters feeling superficial. Overall, while it may not meet the expectations of a traditional visual novel, it offers an interesting exploration of themes relevant to contemporary life.
- “This is truly the life and story of millions of people.”
- “However, I would argue the plot is pretty well done; the conflict of the main character is real, the characters are all fleshed-out, and one can even extract an idea or two from this philosophy-elevated 4chan rant.”
- “The climax of the story is both well executed yet hilarious at the same time.”
- “The beginning of the story is underwhelming and made me initially drop this visual novel and write a bad review.”
- “The story goes fully from the point of view of the main character, and it's often hard to say if his statements are what the author supports or objects, or if this uncertainty is intentional.”
- “They just fell short and certainly didn’t provide the 'interactive story' they promise on the store page.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its pleasantness and variation, effectively complementing the mood and themes of the narrative. Reviewers note that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, with classic pieces and well-aligned backgrounds contributing to a relaxing atmosphere.
- “The music had a lot of variation and always matched the mood of the writing.”
- “The soundtrack is so good too.”
- “The music and art were both very well done.”
- “The music was repetitive and quickly became annoying.”
- “The soundtrack felt out of place and didn't enhance the experience.”
- “I found the music to be bland and forgettable.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The graphics in the game are noted for their limited scope, particularly in relation to art and e-book visuals. However, the character models and backgrounds are praised for their fantastic art style, utilizing OpenGL as the graphics API.
- “The character models as well as the backgrounds had a fantastic art style to them.”
- “The graphics are pretty limited.”
- “Not suitable for art or e-books, or for e-book artworks.”
- “Graphics API: OpenGL.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing characters and a well-executed climax that combines comedic elements with engaging storytelling, resulting in a delightful experience for players.
- “The climax of the story is both well executed yet hilarious at the same time.”
- “Funny little characters.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect is critiqued for perpetuating superficial judgments, as it highlights how advertising and adult content influence perceptions of value based on appearance, even among those who claim to reject such standards.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay in this visual/interactive novel is largely criticized for being minimal and unengaging, with users likening it to reading a poorly written book that requires excessive clicking without offering meaningful interaction.
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through somewhat mediocre text, like reading a bad book, but in a less digestible format.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where each sentence requires a click to advance, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative.
- “Visual novels and e-books can be tedious at best. Imagine the best novel you've ever read, whether it's 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', '2001: A Space Odyssey', or even 'Twilight' (if you have terrible taste in literature). Now, translate that into 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 grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged. It often feels like I'm just going through the motions without any real sense of progress.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be incredibly frustrating. Instead of enjoying the story or gameplay, I feel like I'm stuck in a loop of monotonous tasks that don't add any value to the experience.”