Investi-Gator: The Case of the Big Crime
- June 30, 2019
- Games By Bees
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is charming and funny, with unique characters and delightful dialogue that keeps players entertained.
- It's a short but enjoyable adventure that is easy to play, making it perfect for a light-hearted gaming experience.
- The humor is silly and self-aware, providing a fun and absurd storyline that appeals to a wide audience.
- The game is quite short, leaving players wanting more after completing it.
- There are technical issues, including glitches and the inability to save progress mid-episode, which can be frustrating.
- Movement can be slow, and some players may find themselves stuck at times due to the simplistic gameplay mechanics.
- humor24 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its silliness and charm, with many reviewers highlighting its clever wordplay and lighthearted jokes. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke laughter through its absurd characters and ridiculous storylines, making it a delightful and entertaining experience. Overall, the writing and comedic elements are considered top-notch, contributing to a fun and memorable adventure.
“This game had no right being as funny as it was.”
“The writing and humor are top-notch.”
“It made me laugh multiple times and the story was ridiculous in a great way.”
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The story is characterized by its light-hearted and silly nature, featuring numerous surprising twists that keep players engaged. While some find the plot basic, it offers a delightful and humorous experience that is enjoyable for those seeking a fun narrative.
“Well worth a play if you're in the mood for some light-hearted storytelling.”
“It made me laugh multiple times and the story was ridiculous in a great way.”
“Not only does it surprise you a lot, there are many twists and it has a lovely storyline, even if it is kind of basic.”
“The plot is utterly silly.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while many players appreciate the fun art style and models, some criticize the overall quality as lacking. Despite the graphical shortcomings, the engaging art and music contribute positively to the overall experience, making it enjoyable for players.
“I also love the art style and models!”
“The art, graphics, and music are wonderful too.”
“The art style is fun, and I really appreciate the writing.”
“The graphics aren't great and the gameplay took me about an hour to get through, but despite that, it was still worth buying purely based on its hilarity.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and ease, allowing players to enjoy the experience without overthinking. While not mechanically complex and with graphics that may not impress, the game's humor and charming characters make it a worthwhile experience, even if it is relatively short. Extra content adds a bit of incentive to complete the game.
“The comedy was always cute and silly, the characters matched perfectly, the gameplay was easy so I could enjoy the game rather than think too hard on it, and the extra content was simple, but tempted me enough to see it through to the end.”
“The graphics aren't great and the gameplay took me about an hour to get through, but despite that, it was still worth buying purely based on its hilarity.”
“This game is not mechanically complicated.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have several glitches, which can often be resolved with a simple restart. However, players have noted that the overall stability is compromised by these bugs, and the inability to save progress adds to the frustration.
“One downside is that it's very buggy and you can't save.”
“I did encounter a few glitches within the game.”
“A simple restart would always fix it, and I have to say the glitches themselves were pretty silly too.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised as wonderful, complementing the overall artistic and graphical quality.
“The art, graphics, and music are wonderful too.”
