Lovecraft Quest: A Comix Game

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"Lovecraft Quest: A Comix Game" is an interactive comic experience based on the works of H.P. Lovecraft. As you explore the Temple of Nameless Cults, you'll need to solve puzzles, avoid traps, and react quickly to horrors. Your choices will determine the main character's fate and guide the story. The game features detailed, hand-drawn art in a unique comics style.

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Play Modes

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

Lovecraft Quest: A Comix Game screenshot

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique art style and fun atmospheric elements that enhance the experience.
It offers multiple endings and a cute puzzle-solving mechanic that can be rewarding once the player understands the mechanics.
At its low price point, the game provides a brief but enjoyable experience, making it a decent value for casual gamers.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and overly reliant on randomness, leading to a lack of sense of accomplishment.
The game is very short, often taking less than an hour to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
Many puzzles are considered too easy or frustrating, and the navigation can be confusing without proper guidance.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The gameplay is described as initially frustrating but ultimately enjoyable once the mechanics are understood, despite being labeled as simplistic. However, the game is criticized for its short length, taking less than an hour to complete, and lacking sufficient content in both story and gameplay.
- “Sure, it gave me hell until I understood the mechanics, but once I did, I enjoyed it very much, and falling into the bottomless pit over and over again finally ended!”
- “Competent art, absolutely brain dead gameplay.”
- “Super short game (took less than 1 hour to finish it) which doesn't have enough content (story or gameplay).”
- “Super short game (took less than 1 hour to finish it) which doesn't have enough content (story or gameplay).”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their unique art style and appealing animations, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, some users noted that while the visuals are impressive, they felt the game was too short and the puzzles too easy, which detracted from the overall enjoyment.
- “I enjoyed it a lot, and love the unique art style.”
- “The art style is really nice, but the puzzles are way too easy and the game overall is way too short.”
- “It's a pity as some of the graphic animations looked nice.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as enjoyable and engaging, enhancing the overall experience of the puzzle-solving elements.
- “A fun atmospheric puzzle game.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game's story is criticized for being extremely brief, with players completing it in under an hour, leading to a perception of insufficient content in both narrative and gameplay.
- “The game is incredibly short, taking less than an hour to finish, and it lacks sufficient content in both story and gameplay.”
- “The story is underdeveloped and feels rushed, leaving players wanting more depth and engagement.”
- “There is a noticeable absence of meaningful narrative elements, making the overall experience feel hollow.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the grinding aspect for its engaging navigation and clever randomization, which keep the experience fresh. The puzzles are considered easy but enjoyable, avoiding a sense of tedium. Overall, the grinding feels balanced and rewarding rather than monotonous.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game is memorable and impactful, leaving a lasting impression on players even after they finish. However, it can be overwhelming, especially in high-pressure situations.
- “The accompanying music is still ringing through my head long after playing.”
- “I had to do it four times as I failed the follow-up quiz afterward (don't play games that require quick thinking when you're sick), and the music really stuck with me.”
- “I had to do it four times as I failed the following quiz afterward (don't play games that require quick thinking when you're sick), and the accompanying music is still ringing through my head.”
- “I had to do it four times as I failed the following quiz afterward (don't play games that require quick thinking when you're sick), and the accompanying music is still ringing through my head.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game offers minimal replayability and depth, akin to the fleeting enjoyment of a cup of coffee, suggesting that players may not find much incentive to revisit it after the initial experience.
- “It has very little replay value or depth, but so does a cup of coffee.”