Lamia's Plan
- August 26, 2021
- Isabella Ava
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Reviews
- The game is relatively cheap at $1 USD, making it accessible for players.
- Some players found the gameplay enjoyable and appreciated the easy controls.
- The anime aesthetic and pixel art style were praised by certain players for their uniqueness.
- The game is criticized for being a low-effort RPG Maker asset flip with poor quality graphics and gameplay.
- There are allegations of fake positive reviews and unethical review manipulation by the developer.
- The game lacks full HD support and has significant quality issues, making it unsuitable for dedicated modern PC gamers.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising it as enjoyable and worth the price, while others criticize it for low-quality graphics and bugs that detract from the experience. Overall, opinions vary significantly, highlighting both positive and negative aspects of the gameplay.
“Worth its money, cool gameplay.”
“The game is very good; I really liked the gameplay.”
“Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low-quality, copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
“The gameplay is repetitive and lacks any real depth, making it feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“Controls are clunky and unresponsive, which severely detracts from the overall gameplay experience.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are criticized for their low quality, particularly in fullscreen mode, lacking full HD support and customization options, which may disappoint modern PC gamers. However, the anime aesthetic combined with pixel art is praised, suggesting a strong visual appeal that complements the game's music.
“The anime aesthetic combined with pixel art in this RPG is the best combination I've ever seen.”
“The graphics are on par with the music, creating a cohesive and immersive experience.”
“As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
“The graphics are at the same level as the music.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting it reaches an exceptional standard that matches the impressive graphics.
“The music is on another level.”
“The graphics are at the same level as the music.”
“The graphics are at the same level as the music.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is often described as engaging and well-crafted, with a mix of compelling characters and intriguing plot twists that keep players invested throughout the game. However, some users feel that certain narrative elements could be more developed or cohesive. Overall, it provides a satisfying experience that enhances gameplay.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized due to a surge of suspicious reviews, likely from fake accounts, which appear shortly after launch and promote direct purchases. These reviews are often linked to asset flips and scams, raising concerns about the game's legitimacy and the integrity of its monetization strategy.
“The reviews are all written in either Russian or broken English, appearing almost simultaneously shortly after the game launched on Steam. All accounts have a direct purchase of the game and are consistently used to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with numerous microtransactions that detract from the overall experience.”
“It's frustrating to see a game that could be great being overshadowed by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player enjoyment.”
