MADievals - The rise of Rusty Steelknee
- December 13, 2023
- 2finger
- 5h median play time
Immerse yourself in the comedy and grotesque atmospheres of Madievals! A fearless knight named Rusty Steelknee, hunter of precious relics, arrives in the Realm of Manzasun. Nothing is known about him, apart from the fact that his lone purpose is to take possession of the Idol Lamp...
Reviews
- The game features excellent writing and clever humor, with a unique medieval parody storyline that breaks the fourth wall.
- High production value with great voice acting, animations, and sound effects, contributing to an immersive experience.
- Fun and engaging gameplay with a variety of interactive elements and humorous character interactions.
- The game suffers from poor English translation, which detracts from the intended humor and overall experience.
- Technical issues such as long loading screens, character glitches, and high system requirements can hinder gameplay.
- The game is relatively short, and some puzzles can be unintuitive, requiring multiple clicks to progress.
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally praised for its originality and cleverness, with many finding the characters and dialogue amusing. However, some users note that poor translation affects the intended comedic effect, leading to unintentional laughter at the bizarre delivery rather than the jokes themselves. Overall, while the humor is enjoyable, its execution may vary for some players.
“Very original and funny.”
“Great humor, funny characters, and dialogue.”
“The humor and gameplay are enjoyable, and I think the price will be worthwhile when more episodes are released.”
- story5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's story is a comedic medieval parody that cleverly breaks the fourth wall, providing a light-hearted and whimsical experience. Players appreciate its unique vibe and unexpected twists, which keep them engaged and curious about the knight's ongoing quest. Overall, the narrative strikes a balance between humor and intrigue, making it enjoyable without becoming overwhelming.
“+medieval parody storyline, Madieval isn't afraid to poke fun at itself and break the 4th wall.”
“The game's got a nice vibe to it, never going too extreme with its jokes or the story, yet will leave me dumbfounded when I enter one door and find myself in a completely different place altogether!”
“- strange, comedic story.”
“I've spent a good hour and a half streaming this game on Twitch, and while I don't know how far I am into the game, I have a feeling I'll be spending another couple of hours reaching the end of the story.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as easy and straightforward, providing an enjoyable experience that doesn't require excessive effort. Players appreciate the humor integrated into the gameplay, suggesting that the overall value will increase with future episodes.
“The humor and gameplay are enjoyable, and I think the price will be worthwhile when more episodes are released.”
“Easy and straightforward gameplay that you don't always have to work for.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their high-quality 3D rendering, contributing to an immersive visual experience.
“+3D graphics feel high quality.”
“The visuals are stunning and incredibly detailed.”
“The art style is vibrant and brings the world to life.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music, along with the design, animations, sound effects, and voice acting, is consistently praised for its excellent quality, contributing to an immersive gaming experience.
“The design, animations, sound effects, music, and voice acting are all excellent.”
“The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“Each track is beautifully composed, making the soundtrack a highlight of the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is recommended for point-and-click fans, but players should be aware of translation issues and potential performance slowdowns on lower-end machines.
“I do recommend this game if you are a point-and-click fan, but be prepared for the translation issues and potential slow performance on lower-end machines.”