Later Alligator
- September 18, 2019
- pillowfight
- 6h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Later Alligator" is an adventure game where you play as Pat the alligator, trying to uncover a conspiracy in Alligator Skyscraper City. Meet quirky characters, solve puzzles, and engage in mini-games in this hand-drawn, humorous game that guarantees a fun-filled experience. With no combat or failure, explore the city freely and enjoy the story at your own pace.
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Reviews
- Charming and humorous writing with a delightful cast of characters.
- Beautifully animated with a unique art style and a catchy soundtrack.
- Engaging mini-games that add variety and fun to the gameplay.
- Short playtime that may not justify the price for some players.
- Some mini-games can be frustrating or rely too much on luck.
- Replaying the game multiple times to unlock everything can feel tedious.
- humor582 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Later Alligator" is widely praised for its charm, clever writing, and ability to elicit genuine laughter from players. Reviewers highlight the game's whimsical dialogue, quirky characters, and amusing mini-games, often comparing its comedic style to beloved titles like "Undertale." While some found certain jokes to be hit-or-miss, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a delightful and entertaining experience filled with light-hearted humor and memorable moments.
“This game is one of the most delightful, wholesome, and hilarious games I've ever played.”
“The humor is awesome, the characters are great, the animations are super neat, the game is just very fun!”
“The writing is laugh-out-loud hilarious almost without exception, each character being an entirely irreverent and charming friend to learn all about.”
“When all the jokes are ironically unfunny, but there isn't another layer underneath, only sporadically moving characters, all you've got are unfunny jokes.”
“Hideously unfunny.”
“You are not funny.”
- music337 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 34 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The music in "Later Alligator" has received widespread acclaim for its catchy, jazzy soundtrack that perfectly complements the game's charming visuals and humorous writing. Players frequently highlight the soundtrack's ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many describing it as delightful and memorable, often leading them to hum the tunes long after playing. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's whimsical and engaging experience.
“The music, animation, and art style are all wonderful (+ the dialogue is hilarious).”
“The characters are charming, the soundtrack gives the big city vibes and is relaxing; and jazzy!”
“The music is beautiful and captures the atmosphere of the scene.”
“An interactive novel with bad music and sound effects.”
“The music is charming but on a very short loop, and speaking of loops...”
“The dreary music and worn down station matched my worn down soul from murdering the good boy that was Pat.”
- story293 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized as charming, humorous, and engaging, featuring a cast of quirky characters and a whimsical plot that unfolds through a series of mini-games. While the narrative is often described as simple and somewhat predictable, it encourages multiple playthroughs to fully appreciate its depth and humor, with many players finding the dialogue and character interactions particularly delightful. However, some critiques mention that the reliance on mini-games can detract from the storytelling experience, making it feel less cohesive at times.
“The story is really funny, and the music is really good <3”
“The story is unique and funny.”
“The story is moving and funny, and I felt invested in the plot enough to replay the game 5 times over 2 days, which is something I wouldn't normally do.”
“The storyline is somewhat predictable and lacking in depth, especially when compared to other narrative-driven games.”
“The game itself is a collection of minigames with some story sprinkled in.”
“The dialogue is cringey, the mini-games are not fun, the plot is stale.”
- graphics210 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Later Alligator" are widely praised for their charming and adorable art style, featuring fluid animations and unique character designs that enhance the game's whimsical atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the game's cutesy aesthetic, which, combined with a delightful soundtrack and humorous writing, creates an engaging visual experience that captivates players. Overall, the art style is considered the game's strongest asset, contributing significantly to its appeal and enjoyment.
“Later Alligator has impressively charming animated visuals (which are also backed up by great music) and humor that got a good number of genuine laughs out of me.”
“The art style is adorable, and wonderfully drawn, and the animations are a nice touch.”
“The art style, animation, dialogue, and characters were all so charming that I couldn't stop smiling the whole time I was playing.”
“Coming back to the grey graphics filter made some of the minigames and secret hunting a pain.”
“It's really a shame, because I do love the world and art style.”
“While being only a simple point-and-click, it captures you with its unique delivery of dialogue and overall a really neat art style.”
- gameplay149 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Later Alligator" is primarily a point-and-click adventure interspersed with a variety of simple mini-games, which some players find charming while others consider repetitive and lacking depth. The game relies heavily on its dialogue and humor to engage players, but the time mechanics and the need for multiple playthroughs to fully experience the content can detract from the overall enjoyment. While the art style and character interactions are praised, many reviews suggest that the gameplay itself is not particularly innovative or compelling.
“The gameplay is simple and sweet, with the dialogues and characters making it feel more rewarding than expected!”
“The gameplay centers mostly around mini-games, while the overarching story revolves around exploring and interacting with NPCs and the environments.”
“Not only does it have fantastic animation, charming characters, funny dialogue, and wonderful music, but the gameplay is fun and entertaining.”
“The gameplay part of the game is where Later Alligator is the weakest.”
“However, the game design makes replaying, an intended game mechanic, extremely tedious.”
“Unfortunately, the gameplay is just a bunch of mediocre mini-games that seem to either be painfully easy or painfully frustrating, with very little in the way of middle ground.”
- emotional97 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its heartwarming and wholesome qualities, with players highlighting its charming characters, delightful humor, and emotional depth. Many reviews emphasize the game's ability to evoke genuine feelings of joy and nostalgia, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a lighthearted yet meaningful experience. Overall, it is described as a delightful journey filled with cute alligators, engaging mini-games, and a touching narrative that resonates emotionally with players.
“This game resonated with me on an emotional level.”
“Coming from someone who had lost my mother a couple of months ago and several other family members over the course of a couple of years, I really believe I needed this game and its heartfelt messages about the importance and lovingness of family. It really helped me out in these troubling times.”
“A truly heartwarming and wholesome game; despite it being short, it warmed my heart and was overall funny and very charming.”
- replayability42 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game offers a varied level of replayability, with many players noting that multiple endings, collectibles, and character interactions encourage revisiting the game. While some found replay value limited after completing the main objectives, others appreciated the charm and humor that made them want to replay it for fun. Overall, the replayability is enhanced by the game's design, which invites exploration and discovery, though some players wished for more streamlined options to skip repetitive content.
“The replayability in this game is unmatched, as there are so many things to the point where the game makes you constantly replay it in order to get everything.”
“Although the playtime for each individual run is fairly short, there are over a hundred characters to interact with and different endings and secrets to find, which really ups the replay value.”
“There's also a fair amount of replayability, with so many possible dialogue triggers that it is impossible to see it all in one go.”
“Not much to say or much replay value after getting all the puzzle pieces and getting acquainted with the alligator family, but I had genuine fun.”
“Don't play if you're looking for strategic depth or endless replayability.”
“There's also a time-management aspect that feels a bit stressful on the first playthrough until you realize it doesn't matter since everything carries over to repeat playthroughs, except then you have to repeat all the story-mandated minigames every time, including the one that's literally just an extended cutscene with zero replay value.”
- grinding24 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and frustrating, particularly when aiming for 100% completion or replaying mini-games. While some appreciate the charm and humor of the game, the repetitive nature of certain tasks and the lack of options to skip dialogue or sections during multiple playthroughs contribute to a sense of annoyance. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment of an otherwise engaging experience.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
“The grind is satisfying, with each level-up feeling like a significant achievement.”
“I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels tedious and always keeps me engaged.”
“However, going for 100% proved to be a bit tedious and frustrating.”
“However, the game design makes replaying, an intended game mechanic, extremely tedious.”
“What should be a whimsical gem becomes a tedious grind.”
- character development23 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is primarily showcased through its charming and unique character designs, which are praised for their creativity and expressiveness. While the animations and visuals are highly regarded, some reviews suggest that the depth of character development may be lacking, focusing more on aesthetics than substance. Overall, the game's art style and humor contribute to a delightful experience, though it may not offer extensive character growth.
“I especially love the creative and expressive character designs.”
“The character design is amazing; every alligator in the game gives off such a distinct personality in their visual design and animations.”
“The game just oozes heart, from the sheer amount of unique character designs, both ones you can interact with and just idly background figures. The world of Later Alligator can really draw you in.”
“Exceedingly charming animations and character designs, but it's all flash and no substance.”
“The animation style and character designs feel very much like a cartoon series you'd see on Nickelodeon.”
“The game just oozes heart, from the sheer amount of unique character designs, both ones you can interact with and just idly background figures; the world of Later Alligator can really draw you in.”
- atmosphere22 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its charming and unique art style, complemented by a delightful soundtrack that enhances the lighthearted and quirky tone. Players appreciate the blend of humor and character-driven storytelling, creating an engaging environment reminiscent of a 1930s mafia movie with a playful twist. While the mini-games offer variety, they sometimes disrupt the overall enjoyable atmosphere, yet the game's charm and character interactions keep players invested.
“The atmosphere of the game is lighthearted throughout, and I stopped on several occasions to take screenshots of dialogue to share.”
“I love the atmosphere: a murder mystery tone mixed with lighthearted fun.”
“The game's atmosphere and art style play marvelously into the excellent soundtrack, and the result is too playful and light-hearted to stay mad at for long; even if you don't get most of the jokes, you'll want to keep clicking just to see the city, meet new characters, and play minigames.”
“This is another one of those adventure games that would have been much better served having less traditional game mechanics and being more like a visual novel or narrative exploration game because while the game has so much charm in the writing and atmosphere, the minigames just really suck; so many of them are just pure RNG or play poorly and the game expecting you to replay the whole game again to get everything due to the time mechanic already just sounds tedious so I just decided to bounce on this while I can still get a refund.”
“No, they just serve to give you something to do while you drink in the absolutely precious atmosphere of the game.”
“Mini games range from too easy (in a good, comedic way) to really tough (and as such, a little out-of-place for the game's atmosphere as a whole).”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users experiencing significant bugs that hinder gameplay, particularly in minigames. While a few players reported smooth experiences, others encountered glitches that required resets or made certain minigames unplayable.
“You can shake the machine with 'b', but there is a chance the ball glitches and you need to reset.”
“The minigames were trite, buggy, or communicated to the player poorly more often than not.”
“One was so buggy I had to give up on completing it, although it seems to work for all the YouTube playthroughs.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received positive feedback, with users noting impressive overall performance and immersive animations, free from stuttering or skipping.
“I am very impressed at how well it performed, and how immersive the animations were (no stuttering or skipping).”
“Overall impressions and performance are outstanding, making the gameplay experience smooth and enjoyable.”
“The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for seamless transitions and a visually stunning experience.”
“The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
“I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
“The optimization is so bad that loading times are unacceptably long, even for simple tasks.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy features immersive characters and engaging design, but the accompanying story is often seen as predictable and lacking depth.
