Meat Madness
- November 23, 2022
- noah
Get on SteamA short, 3D narrative-driven horror platformer. Journey deep into the meat tunnel and talk with survivors to uncover the grim truth.
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Reviews
- The game has a unique and interesting concept, particularly with its sci-fi themes and exploration of human cloning.
- It's free to play, making it an easy choice for those looking for a short, quirky experience.
- The atmosphere and aesthetic are praised, with some players finding the lore engaging and the platforming mechanics, like the double jump, useful.
- The game is plagued by numerous glitches and bugs, including issues with mouse control and frame rate, making it frustrating to play.
- Gameplay is often described as dull and repetitive, with basic platforming mechanics and a lack of checkpoints or save systems.
- Many players have encountered soft locks and crashes, leading to a disappointing experience despite the game's potential.
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its unique setting and intriguing lore, encouraging exploration for deeper narrative elements. However, it suffers from repetitive gameplay and a lack of checkpoints, which detracts from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the recontextualization of earlier story elements, the narrative ultimately follows a conventional sci-fi horror trajectory, leaving many wishing for a more fleshed-out experience.
“The positives are obvious: 3D platforming in a unique setting with an interesting story encouraging the player to check every corner for a bit more lore.”
“This is something that I didn't know I wanted to experience, and it left me wishing there was a full-sized game here telling the story of a hap-tag crew of misfits working for the corporation to harvest meat for burgers at home.”
“Fingers crossed for a follow-up that 'fleshes out' this story.”
“There's a whole section at the start that recontextualizes a chunk of the story from the earlier version and adds some neat story bits that I found enjoyable, but then it makes you backtrack for no reason after you finish finding all the box things.”
“This is something that I didn't know I wanted to experience, and it left me wishing there was a full-sized game here telling the story of a hap-tag crew of misfits working for the corp to harvest meat for burgers at home.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some finding it dull due to basic platforming and unpolished mechanics, while others appreciate its solid execution and unique features like the double jump/fall break mechanic. The overall experience is described as bleak and reminiscent of other titles, but the lack of polish in certain areas detracts from the enjoyment.
“Gameplay is solid and the tone is effectively bleak; reminiscent of Iron Lung.”
“The double jump/fall break mechanic felt kind of janky at first, but it did allow me to make a fall straight to the end without any stops achievable, which was neat.”
“Yet the game unfolds over 2 levels and 2 exposition chapters, with the first gameplay level being unpolished to an egregious degree.”
“The double jump/fall break mechanic felt kind of janky at first, but it did allow me to make a fall straight to the end without any stops, which was neat.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are noted for their distinct art style, contributing to a strong atmosphere and aesthetic. However, some users express a desire for basic customization options, such as sliders, to enhance their visual experience.
“It's a short game, but it has a great atmosphere and aesthetic.”
“I understand the graphics are an art style choice, but some basic sliders would be nice.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often exacerbated by slippery surfaces and the lengthy backtracking required to progress. While the world concept is appreciated, the overall experience is marred by these annoying mechanics.
“While I love the concept of its world, the game itself is annoying and tedious to play.”
“On top of that, there's a lot of annoyingly slippery and janky surfaces. The platforms can just be tedious to wait for, and the whole trip back to the guy at the start reinforces how frustrating those things can be if you are unlucky.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging lore and aesthetic appeal, creating a compelling experience that leaves players eager for more. Additionally, the inclusion of accessibility options enhances the overall enjoyment of the atmosphere.
“The lore was interesting, and I was pleased to have a form of accessibility option. The atmosphere built up had me hungry for more, if you'll forgive the pun!”
“It's a short game, but it has a great atmosphere and aesthetic.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized due to frequent glitches and bugs, which have significantly hindered the gameplay experience for users.
“Glitches and bugs have kept me from playing the game.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and disconnections, which ruin the experience.”
