Just Hero
- September 28, 2016
- Anatoliy Loginovskikh
Get on SteamJust Hero is a classic platformer starring a green-hatted man destined to be a hero, with an intricate storyline involving betrayal, death, and revenge. After losing his memory, the protagonist must uncover what happened to him and find answers to many questions. With challenging levels and intricate mechanics, players will face difficult obstacles on their path to the end.
Reviews
- The game offers a unique challenge for beginners in the platformer genre, making it a good test of platforming abilities.
- It has a fair price point, making it accessible for those looking for a quick gaming experience.
- The graphics and music are decent, contributing to a charming aesthetic despite the gameplay issues.
- The controls are unresponsive and inconsistent, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The inclusion of fall damage is poorly implemented, making the game unnecessarily difficult.
- Level design is often unbalanced and can rely on luck, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it relaxing and enjoyable, others describe it as mediocre or even awful, leading them to mute it. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its retro vibe, but it fails to leave a lasting impression for many.
“A funky indie game with a retro soundtrack.”
“The music was enjoyable and I liked the character design.”
“The graphics are cute, but the music is awful, so I muted it.”
“I didn't hate the music, but it was nothing to write home about.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as intricate and filled with themes of betrayal, death, tragedy, and revenge, suggesting a deep narrative potential. However, some players feel that the actual gameplay lacks a coherent story, leaving them questioning the protagonist's motivations and the overall purpose of the adventure. This disconnect between the promised narrative depth and the gameplay experience has led to mixed feelings among users.
“The plot of this game is intertwined with themes like betrayal, death, tragedy, and revenge. Play it, and then look at that again.”
“This game has it all: an intricate storyline, betrayal, death, tragedy, and finally, revenge!”
“The story strikes me harder than all the rest; it makes you question why the protagonist even goes on this adventure.”
“Do you see the introduction in English under the game's thumbnail: 'the plot of this game is intertwined with things like betrayal, death, tragedy, and revenge.' Play it, and then look at that again.”
“Despite the description, there's no story here: you're just running around collecting bubbles for I don't know what reason.”
“The story, I know this should be an issue for all games, considering that sometimes they do it through how the game is progressing, but for this game, I don't know why it strikes me harder than all the rest. Like, why does he even go on this adventure anyway?”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered cute, though some users find them overly bright and question the choice of color for the protagonist. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some appreciating the style while others feel it could be improved.
“The graphics are cute, but the music is awful, so I muted it.”
“The graphics are lacking; everything seems overly bright, and I don't understand the choice of green for the protagonist.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and engaging, but some users have noted issues that can detract from the experience, potentially testing players' patience. Overall, it offers fun moments, but players may encounter frustrating elements.
“It's a fun game, but it will test your patience. Check out some gameplay I had.”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
“I love how the mechanics are easy to learn but hard to master, making every session enjoyable.”
“However, there were a couple of issues I noticed that I think ruined the gameplay, at least in my opinion.”
“It's a fun game, but it will test your patience. Go check some gameplay I had.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the music and character design received positive feedback, there is no specific mention of character development in the reviews, indicating a potential lack of depth in this area.
