Mission: It's Complicated

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Mission: It's Complicated is a single player action game with romance and comedy themes. It was developed by Schell Games and was released on February 14, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Mission: It’s Complicated is a narrative-based, visual novel where you match super-awesome superheroes to go on missions during the night and dates during the day. The more compatible the pair of superheroes are, the more likely that they will fall in love and save the world.

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 183 reviews

story23 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a unique matchmaking mechanic that allows players to explore both romantic and platonic relationships among a diverse cast of characters, enhancing replayability.
The writing is engaging and humorous, with well-developed characters that tackle serious topics like mental health and LGBTQ+ representation in a thoughtful manner.
The art style is charming and visually appealing, contributing to an immersive experience that complements the lighthearted yet meaningful narrative.

Gameplay can become repetitive, especially when replaying missions and dates, which may detract from the overall experience for some players.
Some players found the pacing of character development unrealistic, as significant relationships are formed in a short time frame, making it feel rushed.
There are minor bugs and issues with achievements that can disrupt the flow of gameplay, such as broken achievements and unclear navigation in the user interface.

story
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Mission: It's Complicated" is characterized by its charming and lighthearted narrative, featuring adorable character pairings and engaging dialogue that resonate with players. While the plot unfolds over a short timeframe, leading to some perceived unrealistic character development, it offers high replayability through multiple endings and mission choices that reveal deeper backstories. Overall, the game successfully combines humor, romance, and superhero themes, making it an enjoyable experience despite minor inconsistencies and repetitive gameplay elements.
- “Zirconia and Zael are freaking adorable together, and I loved their story!”
- “The story is cute, if not deep, and the characters are fun enough.”
- “Not only did I love the storyline and find some of the interactions cute and funny, but I genuinely felt for the characters and their stories and wanted to know more!”
- “The plot: the intro to the plot is extremely short and feels rushed.”
- “There's a lack of context, and even during missions, such as saving a group of teenagers from a psychic monster in an observatory, there are no accompanying visuals of the surroundings or characters.”
- “The downside to that is that, because the whole story takes place in only a few days, it feels a bit unrealistic that they could get so close, so fast.”
humor
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised for its clever writing, likable characters, and engaging dialogue, often eliciting genuine laughter from players. Reviewers highlight the balance of humor with heartfelt moments, noting that the interactions are both funny and relatable, contributing to a charming atmosphere even amidst serious themes. While some moments may fall flat, the overall comedic tone is well-received, making the game enjoyable and replayable.
- “It is so much fun to go through the different missions with all the many outcomes; the dates are exceptionally cute and their reaction to the cabin is so funny.”
- “The writing is absolutely hilarious and the characters are so likeable that I want nothing more than to go back and get all of the endings.”
- “It was for real laugh-out-loud funny over and over, and so unapologetically queer and sweet it melted my gay little heart.”
- “The humor often feels forced and falls flat, making the cringey moments overshadow any genuine laughs.”
- “While there are a few funny moments, most of the jokes miss the mark and come off as awkward rather than humorous.”
- “The attempts at humor are so over-the-top that they become more annoying than entertaining.”
emotional
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming and wholesome portrayal of relationships, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. Players appreciate the touching character development, humor, and relatable sentiments, which create a blend of sweetness and depth that resonates deeply. Many reviews note that the game evokes strong emotions, with moments that can be both funny and profoundly moving, making it a memorable experience.
- “The third date just... melts my heart with how emotional and tender it is.”
- “I love how every duo is able to forge a wholesome relationship.”
- “Honestly, Cody's storyline made me cry at one point, because I know exactly how that feels.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the bright palette, clean art style, and character designs as aesthetically pleasing and delightful. However, some users feel that the visuals are limited, often overshadowed by text, and lack context during key events, which diminishes the overall graphical experience. While the art style is generally well-received, there are calls for more specific artwork to enhance the storytelling and character interactions.
- “Smooth gameplay and delightful art style.”
- “The art style is so clean and lovely.”
- “Artworks are gorgeous - adorable/hilarious/cool as they need to be for the situation.”
- “Visuals: they are lacking, as most of the events and interactions are dominated by text, with only small thumbnails on the screen providing any indication of who is speaking.”
- “There's a lack of context, and even during missions, such as saving a group of teenagers from a psychic monster in an observatory, there are no accompanying visuals of the surroundings or characters.”
- “While the game's complexity adds some depth to the visuals through different combinations of events, days of the week, and hero pairs, it falls short of graphical expectations.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a blend of dialogue choices and simple mechanics, primarily involving sending heroes on dates and missions, which some players find enjoyable despite its repetitive nature. While the writing and character interactions are praised for their depth and humor, the gameplay loop can feel simplistic and may lead to a sense of monotony after multiple playthroughs. Overall, the game offers a charming experience with a user-friendly interface, though it may benefit from expanded mechanics in future iterations.
- “I really liked the dialogue and gameplay and had so much fun with all the relationship combinations.”
- “Smooth gameplay and delightful art style.”
- “Some phenomenal writing, beautifully realized characters, and a game mechanic that is so fresh (and self-aware) that it brought a good few grins to my face.”
- “However, the main gameplay loop is a combination of sending your heroes on dates and missions requiring two heroes.”
- “If I had to complain about something, it would have to be the repetitive gameplay or the minimal effects of your choices.”
- “As my desperate journey for achievements continued, I didn't realize around 6 hours passed, although gameplay can become repetitive especially after completing the main game and you just play for achievements.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts high replayability, with multiple routes and endings that encourage players to explore different character interactions and unlock various content. Features like manual saving and mission replay options enhance player control, making it easier to revisit the game without fatigue. While some players noted that replaying can feel repetitive due to simple mechanics, the engaging writing and character development keep the experience enjoyable.
- “Very replayable just to get all the matches, read all the dialogues, and fill the gallery.”
- “The replayability is an awesome factor: different missions and pairings all share a little more of the characters' backstories.”
- “Manual saving, specific mission replay options, and skip buttons for missions and dates would give players more control, which is useful for required replayability without player fatigue.”
- “The replay value is high and even encouraged.”
- “I loved the LGBTQ+ representation, its exploration of how mental health affects relationships, the sheer wholesomeness of some scenes, and how you discover different aspects of each character through their interactions with the other four, which means replayability!”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as forgettable but inoffensive, with some players appreciating the option for independent volume control. While the soundtrack is considered okay, it does not stand out significantly, though it complements the game's overall atmosphere alongside engaging side quests and character design.
- “In addition to entertaining music and interesting little side quests in the mission possibilities, the characters are deep and thoughtful.”
- “The game has simple yet very pleasant graphics, the soundtrack is okay, and the character design is great.”
- “If they ever make a sequel or add in a paid DLC (soundtrack, artbook, etc.), I'd definitely consider buying it to support the devs.”
- “The music is forgettable but inoffensive.”
- “Once you do that, the entire game will permanently only load as a white box playing the background music, even after fresh installations of the game.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features charming character design and experimental art, but it truly shines in its touching character development, offering a realistic portrayal of mental illness and heartwarming friendships. Players are pleasantly surprised by the depth of relationships, both platonic and romantic, which evolve significantly over the course of the game, enhancing replayability and engagement. Despite the simplicity of the graphics and soundtrack, the emotional connections fostered between characters stand out as a highlight.
- “Also, I came for superhero dating hijinks, I stayed for... touching character development, realistic portrayal of mental illness, and heartwarming friendships.”
- “This is a beautifully crafted game, with amazing art and character designs, showcasing genuine connections between characters, platonic or romantic.”
- “I wasn't expecting to fall in love with these characters and their relationships so fast. There's a surprising amount of character development.”
- “As the missions themselves don't do the job of filling a void of character development between each of the three dates.”
- “I wasn't expecting to fall in love with these characters and their relationships so fast. There was a surprising amount of character development.”
- “Also, I came for superhero dating hijinks; I stayed for touching character development, realistic portrayal of mental illness, and heartwarming friendships.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a consistent sense of humor, maintaining a lighthearted tone even in the face of looming threats from a monster.
- “The atmosphere remains lighthearted and humorous, even in the face of a looming monster threat.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its vibrant world.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and detailed environments create a captivating atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The atmosphere stays rather humorous even when the world is threatened by a monster.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when revisiting previously completed dates, and express frustration over broken achievements. Many suggest that a skip button would enhance the experience by alleviating repetitive tasks.
- “Achievements are broken, and it's a bit tedious to replay dates I've already been through. A skip button would be nice.”
- “The grinding feels excessive and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “I find the grinding aspect to be a major drawback; it often feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for being free to play with no in-game purchases, making it accessible and encouraging players to try it without any financial commitment.
- “It's a very lovely game and it's free to play with no in-game purchases either, so there's no reason not to give it a try really.”

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Mission: It's Complicated is a action game with romance and comedy themes.

Mission: It's Complicated is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Mission: It's Complicated was released on February 14, 2020.

Mission: It's Complicated was developed by Schell Games.

Mission: It's Complicated has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Mission: It's Complicated is a single player game.

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