Karl Marx and the Ring of Communism
- May 1, 2023
- Vogelfänger
Get on SteamAs Karl Marx once said: "Reason has always existed, but not always in a reasonable form", and this game is perfectly unreasonable. Become one and only Karl Marx as you try to retrieve the stolen ring of the communism from capitalistic pigs! Jump as high as he never did, grab onto other people's money as he always told to, and use moving platforms as he totally would if he could witn…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The retro style and simple sprites are enjoyable for fans of classic gaming.
- The game features a goofy story that humorously critiques both capitalism and communism.
- Despite being a Mario clone, the game offers some challenging sections and is considered a decent experience for its price.
- The music is repetitive and can become annoying after a short time.
- The gameplay can be frustrating due to poorly designed levels, particularly with spikes that lead to instant death.
- The game has been criticized for its perceived political bias and misrepresentation of Marxism.
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a retro style that some players appreciate, but it tends to loop endlessly, leading many to recommend lowering or muting it after a few repetitions. While the soundtrack is considered decent, it may detract from the overall experience for those not fond of repetitive tunes.
“The retro style is good; honestly, the music enhances the experience, and if you like retro stuff, you will enjoy this game.”
“The soundtrack is decent and adds a nice touch to the overall gameplay.”
“The music complements the game well, creating an engaging atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack is decent, though.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally considered enjoyable, though not consistently funny, with standout moments in Level 6 that feature some great jokes. However, players feel that the game could benefit from more comedic moments throughout.
“Level 6, in particular, has some great jokes, and it's a shame there couldn't have been more hilarious moments incorporated into that level.”
“The writing might not be consistently funny, but it's enjoyable overall.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is characterized as goofy, employing humor to satirize both modern and historically disliked figures, creating a lighthearted and irreverent narrative.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as distinctly retro, evoking a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic gaming experiences.
“The gameplay is very retro.”
“The gameplay feels outdated and lacks innovation.”
“The mechanics are clunky and frustrating to navigate.”
“The gameplay is repetitive and fails to engage the player.”
