Indiecalypse

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Indiecalypse is a single player casual action adventure game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by JanduSoft and was released on May 29, 2020. It received negative reviews from players.

"Indiecalypse" is a single-player, fantasy fighting game that offers around 50 hours of playtime. The game follows the story of three misfit indie game developers: Jack Jackson, Ethan Wornick, and Violet Oakly, as they face chaos, self-destruction, and resentment on their path to create the best video game ever. Featuring crude humor, pop culture references, and over 20 mini-games inspired by popular titles, players must also navigate potential lawsuits for copyright infringement and obscenity.

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Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and well-animated cutscenes that add to the overall experience.
The humor is witty and nostalgic, with many pop culture references that can elicit genuine laughs.
There are a variety of mini-games inspired by popular indie and retro titles, providing some entertaining moments.

The game suffers from poor controls and unresponsive gameplay, making many mini-games frustrating to play.
It is very short, with a completion time of around 2-3 hours, leaving players wanting more content.
The saving system is unreliable, causing players to lose progress and feel frustrated.

graphics
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The game's "cal-arts" art style and music are praised for their charm, but once the novelty fades, the graphics are seen as lacking depth, with minigames that vary from acceptable to disappointing. Overall, while the aesthetic is appealing, it does not compensate for the gameplay experience.
- “I love the art style and the music; it really enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “The graphics are stunning and bring the game world to life in a vibrant way.”
- “The visual design is captivating, making every scene a pleasure to explore.”
- “However, when the charm of the idea and 'cal-art' art style wears off, you're left with minigames that range from tolerable to incredibly poor.”
- “I love the art style and the music, but I was really hoping for the game to be better.”
story
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The story is generally considered weak and lacking resolution, with some reviewers suggesting it reflects the developer's personal frustrations. Despite its brevity, taking only about three hours to complete, the narrative fails to engage, and the accompanying minigames are described as subpar.
- “But I still played it again because I was curious about the story.”
- “Even though it is not a very good story, I guess the developer is angry about his family and decided to express it through a video game; sometimes it feels like it is a bit too much.”
music
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The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its quality and how it complements the art style, although some express disappointment in other aspects of the game.
- “I love the art style and the music; it really enhances the overall experience of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is absolutely captivating and perfectly complements the gameplay.”
- “The music sets an incredible atmosphere, making every moment in the game feel immersive.”
- “I love the art style and the music, but I was really hoping for the game to be better.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by clever dialogue, such as the amusing volume slider, and playful interactions, like hitting a cheeky kid with a locker door. Players appreciate the comedic cutscenes and engaging mini-games that draw inspiration from popular indie and retro titles, contributing to an overall lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “First right off the bat, the game is quite funny.”
- “Although I will say that I did find myself laughing at two things in particular: those two things being the dialogue volume slider saying 'f u c k' every time you want to change it and hitting that cheeky kid with the locker door.”
- “Progression is done in each level usually after watching a cutscene (sometimes with a QTE that you have to play along with, some of these had me laughing and a huge smile, very well done) and then followed up with anywhere between 1-3 mini game bits that are 'inspired' by real world popular indies or retro titles along with some go-grab-this-item-and-bring-it-back simplistic gameplay.”
character development
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Reviewers appreciate the character development in the game, highlighting the appealing animation, character designs, and engaging cutscenes, even if they are brief.
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of each character add layers to the narrative, enhancing the overall experience.”
gameplay
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Gameplay features a progression system that combines cutscenes with engaging quick-time events, often eliciting laughter and enjoyment. Players navigate through 1-3 mini-games inspired by popular indie and retro titles, alongside straightforward item retrieval tasks, creating a blend of nostalgia and simplicity.
- “Progression is done in each level, usually after watching a cutscene (sometimes with a quick time event that you have to play along with). Some of these had me laughing and smiling; very well done! This is followed up with anywhere between 1-3 mini-game segments that are inspired by real-world popular indie or retro titles, along with some simple 'go grab this item and bring it back' gameplay.”
- “Progression is done in each level usually after watching a cutscene, sometimes with a quick time event that you have to play along with. While some of these had me laughing and smiling, the gameplay often feels simplistic, relying on 1-3 mini-game bits that are 'inspired' by real-world popular indie or retro titles, along with basic fetch quests.”
- “The gameplay lacks depth and often feels repetitive, as it relies heavily on watching cutscenes and completing mini-games that don't offer much challenge or engagement.”
- “While the cutscenes are entertaining, the gameplay itself is underwhelming, with a heavy reliance on simplistic mechanics that fail to keep the player engaged.”