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Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book

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44%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
73% User Score Based on 11 reviews

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About Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book

Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book is a single player action game. It was developed by Zarfhome Software and was released on January 17, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

An experimental mind-reading helmet, a time machine, and a doomsday device that can annihilate the human race. Which one would you like to test out first? The classic choose-your-path comic book by Jason Shiga.

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73%Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews
story2 positive mentions
  • The game offers a fun and engaging experience with a quirky story and adorable art.
  • It's a great way for new audiences to experience Jason Shiga's work, especially for fans of interactive stories.
  • The game has a simple premise and enjoyable gameplay that can be appreciated by both new and returning players.
  • The content is very limited, with some players finishing the game in under two hours, leading to disappointment.
  • Many feel the price is too high for the amount of content provided, suggesting it would be better suited for a lower price point.
  • The digital format lacks the tactile experience of the physical book, making it less appealing for some fans.

  • story

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The story is characterized as quirky and beautiful, contributing to the overall charm of the game, but it is noted to be quite brief, with some players completing it in under two hours.

    • “The story is beautiful.”
    • “A nice little game overall, as expected from an interactive story.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -100% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The graphics are characterized by a simple premise and a minimalist art style, which contribute to a clean and straightforward visual experience.

    • “The graphics are stunning, with a vibrant color palette that brings the world to life.”
    • “The art style is unique and beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”
    • “The attention to detail in the graphics is impressive, creating an immersive experience.”
    • “The graphics are incredibly basic and lack detail.”
    • “The art style feels outdated and uninspired.”
    • “The visuals are underwhelming and do not match the expectations set by modern games.”

  • gameplay

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a strong emphasis on choice, allowing players to make impactful decisions that enhance their experience.

    • “Great choice-based gameplay.”
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Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book is a action game. Common tags for Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book include indie.

Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book was released on January 17, 2018.

Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book was developed by Zarfhome Software.

Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Meanwhile: An Interactive Comic Book is a single player game.