Long Arm of the Law

59%
Game Brain Score Based on 20 reviews
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  • music
  • story
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Long Arm of the Law is an action-platformer set in the Robotic West, where one sheriff with an electric revolver and an extendable arm seeks to take back what's his.

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  • Windows
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59%
Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
graphics2 positive mentions
music2 negative mentions
  • The unique arm-stretching mechanic is fun and adds a creative twist to the gameplay, allowing for engaging puzzle-solving and platforming.
  • The game features impressive visuals and a colorful design, making it visually appealing for players.
  • As a free game developed by students, it showcases significant potential and effort, providing an enjoyable experience despite its demo status.
  • Controls are awkward and primarily designed for controllers, with limited keyboard and mouse support, leading to frustration for some players.
  • The game feels incomplete and rushed, with issues such as poor pacing, lack of sound options, and bugs that can hinder gameplay.
  • There is a noticeable lack of impact and weight in the gameplay mechanics, making actions feel less satisfying and immersive.
  • gameplay9 mentions

    Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of strengths and weaknesses. While the unique arm-stretching mechanic and solid visual design are praised, issues such as locked controls, poor camera angles, and overly complicated puzzles detract from the experience. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable but could benefit from refinement and clearer explanations.

    • “The visual design is top notch, and the gameplay and 'gimmick' of the game is quite good as well.”
    • “Overall it's a great mechanic and while it could use some refining, it's a joy to use.”
    • “The arm stretching mechanic is really unique, and fun to use.”
    • “Controls and resolution are locked, and the camera angles and gameplay polish are poor, in line with this attempt to recreate a bad console port.”
    • “Some of the puzzles seem a bit too overly complicated, but the mechanic is at least clearly thought out beyond 'stretch and shrink.'”
    • “But the more complicated puzzles require better explanations of the mechanics and the frame rate could use some work.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game has been criticized for being annoying and repetitive, contributing to an overall negative experience alongside issues like awkward controls and poor pacing.

    • “Not a complete game -- awkward controls, no key rebinds, bad music, and pacing of the game is way too whack.”
    • “Annoying repetitive music”
  • story2 mentions

    The story in "Long Arm of the Law" is praised for its fantastically-constructed narrative that offers a unique adventure, despite some bugs and a lack of sound options. The game includes a tutorial that helps players navigate its interactive universe.

    • “This interactive universe created by Fiea tells a fantastically constructed story and allows us to live a unique adventure.”
    • “Long Arm of the Law is a good free game with a tutorial and a little story, despite some bugs and a lack of sound options.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is minimal, leaving the plot feeling flat and uninteresting.”
    • “The narrative is predictable and fails to offer any surprising twists or emotional impact.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their smoothness, vibrant colors, and emotional impact, creating an enjoyable visual experience. Coupled with intuitive controls, they contribute to the game's status as a standout free-to-play title.

    • “Graphics are smooth, colorful, and enjoyable.”
    • “An unfiltered ride on a glass elevator full of emotion, breathtaking graphics paired with usable intuitive controls makes this the best free-to-play game out there.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by clever details, such as the amusing "tntoads," contributing to an overall lighthearted and enjoyable experience, particularly in the first 30 minutes of gameplay.

    • “Some of the smaller details are funny as well, like the 'tntoads.' Overall, this is a fun platformer for 30 minutes.”
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