Misery Street

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Misery Street is a single player role playing game with horror and comedy themes. It was developed by Aleksandar Duricic and was released on August 6, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Join Emo on his adventure through a dark and treacherous world to find the meaning of his life...

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

optimization2 negative mentions

The game features clever dialogues and a good sense of humor, striking a balance between seriousness and lightheartedness.
The worldbuilding and character interactions are engaging, with a variety of NPCs that add depth to the story and exploration.
The combat mechanics, while not groundbreaking, are enjoyable and complemented by a unique array of items and consumables.

There are numerous typos and instances of immature writing that may detract from the overall experience for some players.
Performance issues, particularly in larger areas, can lead to frame rate drops, although the developer is actively working on improvements.
Some humor and thematic elements may not resonate with all players, and certain gameplay aspects can feel repetitive.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story follows an edgy teenager on a limbo-like quest for meaning, exploring existential themes and the indifference of the universe, which creates a mix of cringe and earnestness. While the main narrative is engaging and the interactions with diverse NPCs enhance the experience, the final showdown is less enjoyable. Despite its dark themes, the game maintains a fun atmosphere, with intriguing character relationships and interesting combat mechanics.
- “The story deals with various existential ideas like the meaning of life and coping with the indifference of the universe.”
- “Npcs are interesting to talk to, the story is intriguing and I can't wait to see what it ends up leading to, and the party members have what I find to be a really nice growing relationship.”
- “It is the story about an edgy teenager on a limbo-esque journey to find the meaning of life and its misery, bouncing back and forth from being cringe and earnest at the same time... an odd mix.”
- “The final showdown, which for story reasons I don't want to get into, I really didn't enjoy playing and was totally ready to just be done by the end of it.”
- “At times it gets pretty edgy, and the mature themes of this game are inseparable from the setting, story, and game mechanics.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and satisfaction, blending engaging combat with an immersive overworld. Despite its mature and edgy themes, players find the mechanics and story enjoyable, with unique twists that enhance the experience, such as the impact of player choices on gameplay outcomes.
- “The gameplay is simple and satisfying, both in combat and the overworld.”
- “At times it gets pretty edgy, and the mature themes of this game are inseparable from the setting, story, and game mechanics, but even with how dark it is thematically, I am having a lot of fun with it.”
- “Interesting combat mechanics and story overall.”
- “The gameplay can feel clunky at times, making it difficult to fully enjoy the experience.”
- “The mechanics are often confusing, leading to frustrating moments that detract from the overall enjoyment.”
- “There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay, making it hard to stay immersed.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Misery Street" is noted for its clever dialogues and a mix of lighthearted and dark themes, resonating well with some players. However, not all users found the humor effective, with certain elements, like the pink shrex burglar scene, failing to land for at least one reviewer. Overall, the game's humor appears to be a divisive aspect, appealing to some while leaving others unimpressed.
- “I've yet to finish Misery Street, but after my 20+ hours of playtime, I can already tell that the dialogues are clever and have a good sense of humor that has resonated with me.”
- “The citizens of Misery Street also struggle to find the meaning of life, and the answers they settle on range from humorous to downright depressing.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised as amazing, though some users note that the soundtrack can be hit or miss, with occasional lag in larger areas and repetitive fight themes. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall enjoyment of the game remains intact.
- “The soundtrack is fantastic.”
- “Music's legitimately amazing.”
- “At times the music can be a little hit or miss, but none of those issues are enough to make this game less enjoyable to play.”
- “The soundtrack is underwhelming and fails to enhance the gaming experience.”
- “At times, the music can be a bit hit or miss; it doesn't always match the intensity of the gameplay.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, which detracts from the overall immersion.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game faces performance issues, particularly in larger areas where frame rates can drop significantly. However, the developer is actively addressing these problems through ongoing updates.
- “I should mention that there still are performance problems in big areas where the FPS drops, but the developer is aware of it and keeps updating the game to this day.”
- “I should mention that there are still performance problems in large areas where the FPS drops, but the developer is aware of it and continues to update the game to this day.”
- “The only other review (at the time of posting) mentioned performance issues.”
graphics
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The graphics of Misery Street evoke a nostalgic charm, reminiscent of classic JRPGs and old computer games, appealing to fans of retro aesthetics.
- “Misery Street is a classic JRPG-style game with an aesthetic that is fondly reminiscent of old computer games.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, making the game visually unappealing.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create an immersive experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's ability to evoke strong emotions through tragic, shocking, and unexpected moments, leaving a lasting impact that resonates well beyond the initial playthrough.
- “There are so many good moments that hit hard emotionally because of their tragic, shocking, or unexpected nature that I will probably think about them long after my first playthrough.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters and their stories left a lasting impact on me, making me reflect on my own experiences.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the narrative; it evoked a range of emotions that I didn't expect to feel while playing.”