'Member the Alamo?
- October 30, 2020
- Blue Collar Games
Get on Steam'Member the Alamo?' is a first-person shooter set in an alternate history where the American Civil War failed and the South became its own nation. You play as a member of a group of time-traveling blue-collar workers tasked with altering key events to prevent this timeline. The game blends historical settings with sci-fi elements for a unique and immersive experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and smooth storytelling, making it visually appealing and engaging.
- Many players found the humor and themes presented in the game to be funny and thought-provoking, with some considering it a refreshing change from mainstream content.
- The game is praised for its historical accuracy and for providing a unique perspective, with some players expressing a desire to see more from the developer.
- The gameplay is often described as buggy and unpolished, with issues such as lag and poor hit detection detracting from the overall experience.
- Critics have pointed out that the game promotes far-right extremist ideals and contains offensive content, leading to significant backlash.
- The final chapter includes a lengthy sermon that many players found unskippable and off-putting, contributing to a negative perception of the game's message.
- story18 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its ambition and unique premise involving an anthropomorphic gun and historical missions, while others criticize it for a lack of variety and coherence, leading to confusion and frustration. Despite some unfinished quests, the overall narrative is seen as better than that of "The Last of Us" by some players, though many found the execution lacking.
“Beautiful graphics, smooth and seamless gameplay, and storytelling.”
“The plot goes as follows: you are in your bedroom when suddenly, an anthropomorphic gun called Betsy takes you out of your room, through a city, and into a portal which leads you to the Battle of the Alamo.”
“He had a dream, to tell the greatest story ever told.”
“The plot goes as follows: you are in your bedroom, when suddenly, an anthropomorphic gun called Betsy takes you out of your room, through a city and into a portal which leads you to the Battle of the Alamo.”
“These missions don't vary at all from each other, with there only being a few actual missions in the game where you do anything.”
“I had to sit through this nonsense, and when it finally ended I sat perplexed and astounded at how terrible the story in this game really is.”
- humor16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it funny and engaging, despite some minor right-wing themes that are not overly extreme. The game features memorable characters and amusing skits that contribute to an entertaining experience, even if the gameplay itself is considered lacking. Overall, it appeals to those with an open-minded sense of humor who appreciate its comedic elements.
“The game definitely has its moments; the intro had me chuckling, and I was impressed at the sheer ambitiousness of the opening cutscene.”
“It's funny, it's challenging, it's informative, it's got memorable characters... I could go on and on.”
“The skits were amazing and I couldn't stop laughing; it's quite the experience and I definitely can't wait for the endless wave mode!”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by beautiful graphics and smooth storytelling, but it suffers from significant jankiness and a lack of engagement, making it feel unpolished. While some players appreciate the humor and narrative, many find the gameplay experience disappointing, particularly for a first indie effort. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a weak point in an otherwise visually appealing game.
“Beautiful graphics, smooth and seamless gameplay and storytelling.”
“Good storyline, the gameplay is a little unpolished but it's good for a first indie game.”
“The game falls apart when it comes to gameplay, for me, though.”
“The gameplay is kind of shoddy, but it's pretty funny and has a few interesting moments.”
“To break up the horrific gameplay, the developers have included these god-awful 'comedy' skits.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is plagued by numerous bugs, leading to a frustratingly unstable experience for players.
“Buggy.”
“Buggy.”
“Buggy.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been described as catchy and memorable, with players finding themselves singing along to tunes like the "member the alamo song" long after playing. Overall, the anime-inspired soundtrack has left a positive impression, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
“The anime music was truly cringe.”
“The next day I'm walking down the street singing the 'Remember the Alamo' song with a big smile on my unmasked face.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The optimization of 'member the alamo has been criticized for poor performance, even on high-end systems, which has significantly impacted players' motivation to continue playing.
“Performance is trash even on a high-end system.”
“I wanted to play further into 'Member the Alamo, but the performance just killed my motivation to play.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics have been widely criticized for their poor quality, featuring a distracting cartoon filter and subpar textures and models that detract from the overall visual experience.
“The visuals are absolutely awful, with a terrible cartoon filter covering everything.”
“The textures and models are horrid, making the already poor visuals even worse.”
“That's about everything I have to say about the visuals, but we're not done yet, not even close.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the characters, particularly highlighting moments that evoke strong feelings, such as Arthur Morgan's impactful interactions with John Marston. The narrative choices resonate profoundly, leading to tears and a lasting emotional impact.
