Legendary Gary

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"Legendary Gary" is a narrative-driven game with a unique turn-based combat system and a fantasy adventure within a game. As Gary tries to improve his mundane life, help him navigate his choices and master hand-to-hand combat with a variety of creatures in "Legend of the Spear." The game features hand-drawn art and a synth-pop soundtrack. Combat is tactical, with simultaneous actions for each turn and no dice rolls, offering a challenging and engaging experience.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+11

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

story4 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features great art, music, and gameplay, creating an engaging experience.
The story and characters are relatable and emotionally impactful, making players feel invested.
The combat system is fun and unique, blending puzzle elements with traditional RPG mechanics.

The game is very short, with some players feeling it lacks sufficient content for the price.
Certain story elements are not fully developed, leading to an abrupt ending.
Some players found the gameplay clunky at times and the soundtrack to be underwhelming.

story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
77%
10%
The story is engaging and emotionally resonant, with players feeling invested in the characters and themes, particularly the "game within a game" concept that blurs the lines between reality and gameplay. However, some reviewers noted that certain plot elements are underdeveloped and the conclusion feels abrupt, leading to a sense of predictability in the narrative progression. Overall, while the storytelling is praised for its artistic and immersive qualities, it may lack surprises and depth in certain areas.
- “I was genuinely invested in the characters and the story.”
- “The story explored its core themes enough to really hit the mark emotionally, and there's just enough combat to show off the promise of the clever combat system.”
- “It's not the nonsensical kind of weird but the mundane kind that creeps up on you because this title has such a relaxed, unassuming approach to telling its story that you're likely to fall right into the narrative without even trying, and suddenly you're in that hazy dream you can't ever remember when you wake up.”
- “My only real complaint is that some things in the story aren't expanded upon, and the story ended a little too abruptly.”
- “The concept itself is interesting, but frankly, I find no surprises or further interest beyond the introductory plot development.”
- “The story progresses in a manner that is rather easy to guess, and frankly, the combat is equally challenging.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
78%
11%
11%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as "awesome" and "cool," enhancing the overall experience, while others criticize it as "cheesy" and "uninspired." Despite the divided opinions on the music, many players appreciate the accompanying art and gameplay, indicating that the soundtrack's quality does not overshadow the game's strengths.
- “The soundtrack is mwah.”
- “I enjoyed the art in the Legend of the Spear portions and the soundtrack was pleasant.”
- “The art is fantastic, the music is awesome, the tactics style RPG elements are fun, and the story is intriguing.”
- “I thought the soundtrack was absolutely terrible: cheesy, uninspired, dull beats with soft, garbled, low-effort vocals.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their stunning hand-drawn artwork, which evokes the charm of a beautifully illustrated children's book. Reviewers note that the visuals contribute significantly to the overall experience, likening it to a high-quality graphic adventure game with a captivating aesthetic. The combination of artwork, gameplay, and soundtrack creates an immersive and visually appealing environment.
- “Another element which must be praised is the hand-drawn artwork.”
- “Essentially it's a graphic adventure game in the way it feels and looks.”
- “The aesthetics are as seen on display; it reminds me of a higher range flash-based game.”
- “The artwork makes me think of a well-illustrated children's book if the illustrations were to start moving around on the page as you read it.”
- “Essentially, it's a graphic adventure game in the way it feels and looks.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
The gameplay is generally described as easy and primarily focused on experiencing the journey and story, with some engaging combat mechanics in the in-game 'legend of the spear' game. While the overall gameplay is considered enjoyable, it is also noted to be largely unremarkable outside of these elements. The game's art and music are consistently praised alongside the gameplay.
- “The combat mechanics of the in-game 'Legend of the Spear' game that Gary plays are actually fun and engrossing.”
- “Amazing artwork, soundtrack, gameplay, and story.”
- “Other than that, the gameplay was okay, but largely unremarkable.”
- “The gameplay is easy, but the point of this game is to experience the journey and story told.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers limited replayability, as it can be completed quickly and lacks compelling content to encourage multiple playthroughs. While some players may find minor replay value, many reviewers express skepticism about its overall longevity compared to other games in the same price range.
- “The majority of content to play through doesn't appeal to me for replay value, so I'm not verifying if there are various good or true endings.”
- “If I'm going to recommend this game positively or negatively, I'm going to lean on the latter side: given the quality of games available for the same price tag is at a minimum competitive if not better, and I have doubts this game is the sort to find significant play times or replayable for most buyers.”
- “It won't take you long to finish, and it does hold some replay value.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with users noting its touching and smart storytelling that effectively explores core themes, often evoking strong feelings and even tears. The balance of engaging combat enhances the overall experience, making it both fun and impactful.
- “The story explored its core themes enough to really hit the mark emotionally, and there's just enough combat to show off the promise of the clever combat system.”
- “Absolutely wonderful... even made me cry a few times.”
- “It's fun, interesting, touching, and smart.”

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