Legal Dungeon
- May 6, 2019
- Somi
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Legal Dungeon" is a simulator game where players navigate the complexities of the legal system. As a fledgling lawyer, you'll manage cases, gather evidence, and present arguments to win in the courtroom. With a variety of cases and legal challenges, players must balance their time and resources to build their reputation and career.
Reviews
- The game offers an interesting concept that explores the complexities of the legal system and moral choices, providing a unique experience for players interested in law-centric games.
- Players have noted that the game can be educational, helping them learn about legal concepts and procedures while engaging in gameplay.
- Despite some issues, the game has been praised for its thought-provoking narrative and the way it highlights societal issues related to policing and justice.
- The writing and dialogue have been criticized for being convoluted and poorly executed, leading to confusion during gameplay and detracting from the overall experience.
- Many players have reported technical issues, particularly on Mac systems, where the game can be broken or unplayable after certain chapters.
- The game suffers from a lack of player agency and clarity, often forcing players to guess what the developers intended, which can lead to frustration and a feeling of being railroaded.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding it tedious and confusing due to unclear mechanics and flawed logic in dialogue choices. Others appreciate the tutorial for effectively teaching game mechanics and navigation, while the core gameplay involves reading and analyzing reports to make legal decisions. Overall, the experience varies significantly among players, with some enjoying the narrative depth and others frustrated by the execution.
“I've only played the first level (practically a tutorial), but the tutorial was accommodating and helpful that not only did it make me understand the game mechanics, it also taught me how to navigate through the UI elements.”
“Solid gameplay and a fitting soundtrack too.”
“The gameplay itself consists of reading through police reports, witness reports, and evidence reports on an incident, and your job ultimately is to decide whether or not to indict (charge) the suspect with a crime.”
“For gameplay that relies entirely on dialogue, this is inexcusable.”
“The tutorial is an exposition dump and the gameplay still remains unclear.”
“The dialogues are awful, the gameplay is bad and confusing (many text choices could be the correct answer, but the game considers only one to be correct; or the logic is flawed in other cases).”
- story11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's story creates an engaging world reminiscent of the Ace Attorney series, though it occasionally suffers from confusing dialogue and minor grammatical errors that do not significantly detract from the experience. Players appreciate the depth of the narrative, which explores moral dilemmas and the consequences of choices, but some feel constrained by its linearity. Overall, while the story may not be universally compelling, it offers vivid cases and thought-provoking themes that enhance the gameplay.
“The story and writing create an interesting world for the events to take place, although there are some minor spelling and grammar mistakes; this does not affect the experience.”
“That said, I would highly recommend you to experience the story that presents vivid cases.”
“Right from the beginning of the tutorial mission of the game, it doesn't waste any time to set the tone of the game -- yes, it's a document thriller not too far off from 'Papers, Please' or other 'fake operating system' games, but it is also so much more than that.”
“I appreciate that the developer has had to make a choice between story quality and openness; however, this game only plays well if you play it within a limited frame.”
“As a result, the conversations become extremely confusing and hard to follow, and there are many cases where you really just have no clue at all what's going on in the story, only figuring it out way later.”
“It does feel like you are on the same story rail as the Ace Attorney games at times, where you would like the story to move one way but you are unable to do so.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is largely criticized, with users noting that it detracts significantly from the overall experience, which is crucial for a game that heavily relies on its atmospheric elements.
“And this is the sort of game that relies on atmosphere.”
“It kills the atmosphere.”
“This is the sort of game that relies on atmosphere.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some users feeling that the visuals are lacking, yet they appreciate the gameplay mechanics, which are engaging despite the visual shortcomings.
“The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
“The environments feel bland and uninspired, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, complementing the solid gameplay with a fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
“Solid gameplay and a fitting soundtrack too.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its emotionally impactful narrative that effectively critiques societal issues, particularly the justice system, while also excelling as a puzzle game. It is noted to surpass its predecessor in delivering a more profound emotional experience.
“Overall, this game far surpasses its predecessor, making an even more powerful statement about our society, especially the justice system. The narrative is incredibly emotional, while also being a solid puzzle game in its own right.”
“The emotional depth of the characters and their struggles really resonated with me, making the gameplay experience unforgettable.”
“I was genuinely moved by the story; it tackled heavy themes with such sensitivity that I found myself reflecting on my own life long after playing.”
