Long Live Santa!

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Long Live Santa! is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Doborog Games and was released on December 19, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Santa is dead. Now the remaining bearded men of the Norwegian wilderness must fight to the death. Will you be the next Santa, or die in the snow? Punch, slice, outwit your way to a fulfilling new seasonal job in this online PvP third-person fighter!

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,031 reviews

gameplay45 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

Great multiplayer experience, perfect for holiday gatherings with friends.
Charming graphics and a fun, festive atmosphere that captures the spirit of Christmas.
Simple yet engaging gameplay that provides a lot of laughs and enjoyment.

Limited content with only one map and a few weapons, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Frequent connection issues and lag, making it difficult to enjoy matches.
Hit detection and combat mechanics can be frustrating and inconsistent.

gameplay
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is widely praised for its engaging mechanics, intuitive controls, and charming graphics, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages. While some users noted a lack of variety in weapons and occasional repetitiveness, the overall experience is described as fun, addictive, and immersive, with a unique blend of festive themes and competitive elements. Despite minor criticisms regarding clunky mechanics and hit detection, many reviewers consider it a standout title in the battle royale genre, highlighting its polished execution and entertaining gameplay loop.
- “The game’s quirky excellent gameplay didn’t just entertain; it got me reflecting.”
- “With charming graphics, accessible gameplay, and a heartwarming atmosphere, this indie gem captures the magic of Christmas.”
- “From its heartfelt and compelling story to its engaging and fun-filled gameplay, coupled with stunning visuals and brilliant map design, this game is the best of all time.”
- “This game is not worth the 30 seconds of gameplay and it has ruined my friendship with my downs syndrome, 4.5" malformation of a accomplice.”
- “While some may find the gameplay a tad repetitive, the overall experience is a festive treat for all ages.”
- “Very laggy and slow gameplay.”
graphics
83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the games reviewed are highly praised for their stunning visuals, with many players noting exceptional detail and realism, particularly in titles like "Long Live Santa." While some games utilize charming pixel or voxel art styles, others boast cutting-edge graphics that enhance gameplay and immersion. However, a few reviews criticize certain games for poor visual quality, indicating a mixed reception in this aspect across different titles.
- “With charming graphics, accessible gameplay, and a heartwarming atmosphere, this indie gem captures the magic of Christmas.”
- “In conclusion, Long Live Santa is a beautiful game with rich atmosphere, stunning visuals, and incredible use of ray tracing.”
- “Every detail is accounted for from the heart-pounding soundtrack to the incredible next-gen graphics.”
- “First up, the game visuals are terrible, controls are locked, the overall quality here is woeful.”
- “The game features Minecraft-like 'voxel art' instead of contemporary graphical design.”
- “It's practically just like PUBG except its graphics are slightly worse.”
music
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its whimsical and engaging nature, often describing it as "spectacular" and "amazing." The soundtrack, featuring remixed holiday classics, enhances the gameplay experience and is frequently highlighted as a standout element, with some even suggesting it deserves awards. Overall, the music is considered a major strength of the game, contributing significantly to its enjoyment and atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack brings me to tears every time I hear it.”
- “The soundtrack is fricken amazing!!!!!!”
- “The gameplay perfectly is complemented by the amazing musical score which almost seamlessly blends into the background of the perfectly crafted map.”
- “Good free fun for a few minutes; the only issue I have is the god awful dubstep song at the end of the round.”
- “Its boring, lacks content and has a shit soundtrack.”
- “One map, 1 dubstep Christmas song and there's only 2 weapons.”
humor
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and entertaining, particularly in the context of its Christmas-themed battle royale setting. Many reviews highlight the absurdity of characters, such as old men dressed as Santa, and the comedic elements of gameplay, including funny glitches and ridiculous weaponry. Overall, it is described as a fun, lighthearted experience that is best enjoyed with friends, despite some criticisms regarding its gameplay mechanics.
- “Armed with unique weapons like the punch, katana, and festive crossbow, the game injects humor into the usual combat experience.”
- “Long live Santa is a hilarious little Christmas game that played more games than I've had chicken dinners.”
- “Me and a couple of friends played it and we were laughing so hard because of how funny it is when we run into each other on our reindeers.”
story
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, with many players finding it both heartwarming and tragic. Reviewers highlight the compelling characters and rich lore, noting that the storyline resonates on a personal level and enhances the overall gameplay experience. However, some critiques mention a lack of offline campaign content, suggesting untapped potential for a more immersive single-player story.
- “The beautiful story and lore of this game makes me feel feelings I never knew existed.”
- “From its heartfelt and compelling story to its engaging and fun-filled gameplay, coupled with stunning visuals and brilliant map design, makes this the best game of all time.”
- “This story is, above all, a tragedy, but even though this game has the writing chops of a modern Shakespeare, the gameplay is still amazing, breaking the expectation set by other story-rich games.”
- “The story and structure leaves me crying.”
- “The quest should be more exciting, each having different twists and turns.”
- “Not to mention, Long Live Santa is educational, as it retells the horrific historical events of World War II in its surprisingly dark backstory.”
emotional
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of "Long Live Santa" is highlighted by its heartwarming atmosphere and compelling storytelling, which resonate deeply with players, often evoking tears and a sense of joy. Reviewers praise the game for its ability to capture the essence of Christmas, combining charming graphics and engaging gameplay to create a memorable emotional experience. Overall, it is celebrated as a game that not only entertains but also profoundly affects players on an emotional level.
- “With charming graphics, accessible gameplay, and a heartwarming atmosphere, this indie gem captures the magic of Christmas.”
- “"Long Live Santa" is a heartwarming gem of a game that encapsulates the true essence of Christmas joy.”
- “I cried the first time I played this game.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charming graphics and heartwarming qualities, evoking a magical experience reminiscent of Christmas. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals, including impressive ray tracing, and a unique world that sets it apart from classic first-person shooters. Overall, the atmosphere is described as rich and engaging, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “With charming graphics, accessible gameplay, and a heartwarming atmosphere, this indie gem captures the magic of Christmas.”
- “In conclusion, Long Live Sans is a beautiful game with a rich atmosphere, stunning visuals with incredible use of ray tracing, innovative gameplay, and a story of heartwarming triumph.”
- “It's gameplay and controls time travel you back to classic first-person shooters such as Doom or Minecraft, while painting an atmosphere and world to make it just different enough to be its own game.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the overall atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion or engagement.”
- “The game tries to create a unique atmosphere, but it ultimately falls short, leaving players feeling disconnected from the experience.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is notably poor, with numerous bugs and glitches reported by users. While some players find the glitches amusing and entertaining, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from significant stability issues that detract from the experience.
- “Buggy as hell and also not good anyway.”
- “This is so buggy that it's amazing; it should have been game of the year.”
- “It can be buggy at times.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players report excellent performance with minimal lag and impressive graphics on most systems, others experience severe issues such as poor framerate, frequent disconnections, and synchronization problems. Overall, the game's optimization appears to vary significantly among users.
- “The game is well optimized and has virtually no lag or server problems.”
- “Running on the powerful Unity engine, the game features insane graphics with good performance on most gaming computers.”
- “In Long Live Sants, you can zoom down sights (better than H1), ride mounts (better than Fortnite), and has great optimization (better than PUBG).”
- “Horrible optimization, horrible framerate, constant disconnection from lobbies, and horrendous sync. The perfect game to play once a year.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite time-consuming, often requiring significant dedication, likening it to needing a "second life." While it can become tedious, many still enjoy the experience, especially when shared with friends.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Obviously gets a bit tedious after a while, but by then you have all had a good laugh and enjoyed yourselves.”
- “Have fun grinding out those Santa kills and good luck from the best Santa alive.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is free to play and does not include any microtransactions, which has been positively noted by users. However, some players have expressed frustration with the presence of advertisements for paid content after gameplay.
- “No microtransactions.”
- “After the game ended, I was knocked unconscious with a tranquilizer dart and subsequently returned to my dwelling, where I no longer saw a unity symbol, but instead an advertisement for the company's paid game, Clone Drone.”
- “This game is also free to play, with no microtransactions to be found.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highlighted as a strong point, with users praising the character design and the charm of the skills available. The self-reflective comment suggests that the character's growth resonates with players, indicating a deeper connection to the game's narrative and mechanics.
- “10/10 character design”
- “The character design really shines here, especially if you choose the charming skill (which I did).”
- “This probably shows my character development.”
- “The character design really shines here if you were to choose the charming skill (which I did).”
- “2023 Dec edit: What the hell did I write up here? This probably shows my character development.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, with some users considering it one of the most replayable games ever. However, there are contrasting opinions highlighting a lack of substance and joy, suggesting that while it may be quick to play, it doesn't offer meaningful replay value.
- “Most replayable game of all time.”
- “This game takes about 30 seconds to finish, which includes the installation. It has no substance, replay value, or joy included.”
- “I really love this game and its replayability, but here are a few suggestions that could be made.”