Long Arm of the Law

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Long Arm of the Law is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Quality Games and was released on November 19, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

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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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a unique arm-stretching mechanic that adds fun to platforming and puzzle-solving.
Visually appealing graphics and a well-constructed atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
A commendable effort from a student team, showcasing potential for a more expansive game in the future.

Awkward controls and lack of key rebinds can frustrate players, especially those new to the game.
The game feels incomplete, with pacing issues and some bugs that detract from the overall experience.
Limited gameplay polish and camera angles make it feel like a poorly executed console port, despite being a PC-native title.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 for more complex challenges.
- “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.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been criticized as poor, contributing to an overall negative experience alongside issues like awkward controls and pacing.
- “Not a complete game -- awkward controls, no key rebinds, bad music, and the pacing of the game is way too off.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Long Arm of the Law" is praised for its fantastically-constructed narrative that offers a unique adventure, despite some bugs and the absence of a sound menu. 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 that adds to the experience.”
- “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.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by clever details, such as the amusing "tntoads," contributing to an overall fun experience, particularly in the short playtime of about 30 minutes.
- “Some of the smaller details are funny as well, like the 'tntoads.' Overall, this is a fun platformer for 30 minutes.”