Man I Just Wanna Go Home

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Man I Just Wanna Go Home is a single player action game. It was developed by JZPS Games and was released on July 12, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "Man I Just Wanna Go Home," you play a stranded delivery person trying to get home through a rain-soaked city with a dead phone and little to your name. Navigate a tense atmosphere filled with intriguing characters, a lurking murderer, and 13 unique endings where every choice impacts your fate. This visual novel combines MS Paint art and an 80s synth soundtrack for a gripping, multi-layered narrative.

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Audience ScoreBased on 206 reviews

story35 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and striking art style that captivates players and enhances the overall experience.
The writing is engaging and often humorous, providing a fun narrative that keeps players invested in the story.
With multiple endings and a fast-forward feature, the game encourages replayability and exploration of different choices.

The game is quite short, with most players completing it in under an hour, leaving some wanting more depth and content.
Some players found the story to be lacking in complexity, with certain endings feeling repetitive or unsatisfying.
There are instances of awkward or overly flowery writing that may detract from the overall experience for some players.

story
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally described as engaging and fun, with a unique art style that enhances the experience. While many players appreciate the branching narrative and the ability to explore multiple endings, some feel that the story could benefit from deeper character development and a more complex plot. Overall, it offers a captivating yet concise storytelling experience that encourages replayability.
- “A cool short story that plays nicely with time and perspective.”
- “The story has a lot of facets ranging from tense to touching.”
- “Beautiful gorgeous art combined with amazing storytelling.”
- “The story isn't complex.”
- “There is an overarching story hidden underneath here that you can uncover by visiting all the endings, but it is hardly anything profound or even interesting.”
- “I would really like to see the plot develop in depth, since the game itself is very short - all the endings can be revealed in an hour or two.”
graphics
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and striking art style, which combines elements reminiscent of underground comics and noir aesthetics. Players appreciate the captivating visuals and clever use of color, which enhance the storytelling experience, making it a standout in a genre often dominated by anime-inspired artwork. Overall, the artwork is considered a major highlight, contributing significantly to the game's charm and immersive atmosphere.
- “Absolutely stunning visuals combined with a fun narrative.”
- “The artwork is really striking and you get to kick a cop in the nuts.”
- “The surreal and bold art style of 'Man I Just Wanna Go Home' is the perfect complement to its intriguing storyline and characterisation.”
- “The graphics are striking in this game.”
- “The art style of the graphics is specific, and reminds me of some old underground comics; most of the characters are weird looking, almost going for caricature-like features.”
- “In a genre that is very much dominated by anime-inspired artwork and storytelling, this game stands out in a refreshing fashion with its scratchy, hazy, hypnotizing art, as well as its down-to-earth and moody narrative.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its strong, immersive quality that complements the unique visual style and enhances the overall atmosphere. While some users noted inconsistencies in the sound quality, the majority found the soundtrack to be captivating and well-crafted, contributing significantly to the storytelling experience. Overall, the combination of beautiful art and engaging music creates a memorable and enjoyable experience for players.
- “The music complements the scenes very well.”
- “Its music is sparse and strong, and its visuals are unique, captivating, and expressionist.”
- “The artwork, writing, and the music create an immersive atmosphere and I found the experience to be really captivating.”
- “The music is sparse and strong, and its visuals are unique, captivating, and expressionist.”
- “The warped-perspective drawings in each scene with the rain animations plus the sound effects and music really pulled me into the world.”
- “Sound and music are well-crafted and fit the experience perfectly.”
atmosphere
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, combining captivating artwork, engaging writing, and atmospheric music that draws players in from the start. Reviewers highlight the effective use of visual effects, a dynamic color palette, and well-crafted sound design that enhance the overall experience. Many agree that the game's artistic elements and narrative contribute significantly to its compelling atmosphere, making it a standout feature.
- “The artwork, writing, and the music create an immersive atmosphere, and I found the experience to be really captivating.”
- “The game builds the atmosphere really well, both through the art, sound, and writing.”
- “The atmosphere is peak, and the experience of it is pretty short, which is another plus in my books.”
- “The atmosphere really draws you in from the start.”
- “There’s a lot to admire here: comic book-style inserts, visual effects, a tense atmosphere, and a shifting color palette that reflects the protagonist’s mental state.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever dialogue and relatable moments, often blending lightheartedness with darker themes. Players appreciate the mix of funny, disturbing, and insightful elements, enhanced by striking visuals and an engaging art style. Overall, the game delivers a unique comedic experience that resonates well with its audience, despite some narrative shortcomings.
- “And all sprinkled with some relatable humor.”
- “Short, weird, funny, with neat art and some funky music.”
- “Just what I needed today, thanks for some superior humor, intriguing writing, and art that gets better as you go.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a short playtime with multiple outcomes, contributing to its replayability, particularly as a visual novel. However, some users feel that additional development and new mechanics could enhance its replay value in future titles.
- “But I'm not saying there is anything wrong with the short playtime and many outcomes, as that works well too and does give the game replay value.”
- “It’s a short and highly replayable visual novel where you play as an unlucky guy left penniless, far from home, caught between a murder and a flood.”
- “I can't recommend this game due to its lack of replayability. It feels like once you've experienced it, there's little incentive to return.”
- “While the game has multiple outcomes, the short playtime limits its replay value significantly.”
- “I hope the developers consider adding more ideas and game mechanics in future titles to enhance replayability.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively blends tense and touching narratives, delivering intimate emotional moments alongside surprising instances of shock and horror, creating a deeply impactful experience for players.
- “The story has a lot of facets ranging from tense to touching.”
- “However, it still manages to surprise with intimate and emotional moments, as well as very well-executed instances of shock and horror.”
- “Or, at least, that's how this game made me feel.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in this visual novel is noted for its potential to engage players in various relationship dynamics, but it lacks depth and replay value, leading to a recommendation for the developer to enhance future titles with more innovative mechanics and ideas.
- “The gameplay mechanics are engaging and offer a variety of choices that keep the experience fresh and exciting.”
- “The interactions with characters are well-designed, allowing for deep connections and multiple relationship paths.”
- “I hope to see more development from the developer in future games, incorporating new ideas and mechanics to enhance replay value.”
- “I can't recommend this game due to its lack of engaging gameplay mechanics. It feels repetitive and doesn't offer much in terms of replay value.”
- “The gameplay is quite shallow, and it doesn't provide enough variety to keep players interested for long.”
- “While the concept is intriguing, the execution falls flat, making the gameplay feel tedious and uninspired.”

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Man I Just Wanna Go Home is a action game.

Man I Just Wanna Go Home is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Man I Just Wanna Go Home was released on July 12, 2024.

Man I Just Wanna Go Home was developed by JZPS Games.

Man I Just Wanna Go Home has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Man I Just Wanna Go Home is a single player game.

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