Last Stitch Goodnight is a side scrolling action adventure that embraces a new mythology. After a near-death experience, you are kidnapped by a doctor who is experimenting on people who satisfy certain criteria. Escape will require new weapons, powers, and a strong stomach for bad science.
The game features a humorous and sassy main character, making interactions entertaining and engaging.
Exploring the mansion and uncovering lore through quests and enemy backstories adds depth and enjoyment to the gameplay.
The game successfully combines elements of comedy and horror, creating a unique atmosphere that stands out in the Metroidvania genre.
Combat can feel tedious and unengaging due to repetitive enemy attack patterns and slow weapon mechanics.
The art style and animations may not appeal to everyone, with some players finding them stiff and lacking in quality.
The game's tone can be inconsistent, shifting abruptly between light-hearted moments and darker themes without clear context.
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a blend of engaging character backstories and a mix of light-hearted and dark themes, though some players found transitions between these tones abrupt and lacking context. While quests often provide lore through notes, the conclusion of some quests can feel unsatisfying, as they end without clear indicators. Overall, the narrative is praised for its humor, charm, and the depth it adds to the gameplay experience.
“The characters involved in quests will provide more backstory from another perspective.”
“The graphics/artwork are really good, this game has a solid storyline that is fun to follow, and the interactions with other people are also a blast, mainly full of sarcastic puns!”
“But the most charming aspect of this game is the strange and unexpected story it delivers through a combination of silly humor and unsettling horror.”
“Story-wise (minor spoiler): there is a point in the middle where you immediately go from a light-hearted escape attempt to a dark and spooky quest to fix the problems in the mansion, but there is no real context for what happened in between.”
“I tried taking it as a change that was meant to be uncovered through the story, but the story treats you as if you already know what happened.”
“A few of the quests end on a disappointing note by just finding a note.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the stunning artwork and striking aesthetic, others feel that the art style may not align well with the horror metroidvania theme. Ultimately, opinions on the graphics are subjective, and potential players are encouraged to view preview videos to form their own judgment.
“The graphics/artwork are really good; this game has a solid storyline that is fun to follow, and the interactions with other people are also a blast, mainly full of sarcastic puns!”
“The graphics/artwork are stunning.”
“I was intrigued by the idea of a 'horror metroidvania', so I loaded this up for the first time and looked at the title screen with its striking red and black aesthetic with high hopes.”
“But the art style is kind of wrong for that.”
“Watch the preview videos above and decide for yourself how much you care about the graphics.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of silly and unexpected elements, often juxtaposed with heavier themes like death and sacrifice. While some find the writing amusing, others feel that the comedic approach may undermine the gravity of the concepts being explored. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm, though its effectiveness varies among players.
“All hope of horror flew out the window with a hilarious 'blurbibiblur'.”
“The writing is quite humorous.”
“But the most charming aspect of this game is the strange and unexpected story it delivers through a combination of silly humor and unsettling horror.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The gameplay features an engaging mansion to explore, complemented by entertaining characters and a captivating story. However, players find the mechanics somewhat challenging, which can make the overall experience feel trying at times. Despite this, the fun gameplay and great music contribute positively to the overall enjoyment.
“The characters are entertaining, the gameplay is fun, the music is great, and the story is interesting.”
“Medium fit - has a great mansion to explore, but the mechanics are all something else entirely.”
“The gameplay certainly made experiencing whatever that was a trying endeavor.”
“The controls feel unresponsive and make it difficult to enjoy the game.”
“The mechanics are clunky and often lead to frustrating moments.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. The soundtrack is described as well done, contributing positively to the entertaining gameplay and engaging story.
“The characters are entertaining, the gameplay is fun, the music is great, and the story is interesting.”
“Really well done soundtrack.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it often feels tedious rather than challenging, particularly due to the respawning enemies that disrupt progress and contribute to a sense of monotony.
“My chuckles quickly turned to frustration as I already started writing this review in my head - gearing up to say things like 'nothing is difficult, just tedious' and 'it wouldn't be so bad if enemies didn't come back every single time you left the room.' But this was all my fault.”