Mr.President!
- October 10, 2016
- Game Developer X
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Mr. President!" is a comedy simulation game where you play as Dick "Rock-Hard" Johnson, the bulletproof bodyguard of the unpopular presidential candidate Ronald Rump. In this single-player game, you must protect Rump from assassination attempts with acrobatic moves and structure destruction, all while dealing with plenty of humor and bugs. The game's description warns that saving Rump is crucial for your own financial well-being, making it your "American duty" to protect him.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is funny and provides a lot of laughs, especially with its absurd scenarios and ragdoll physics.
- It's a unique concept that combines political satire with challenging gameplay, making it entertaining for a short period.
- The wrestling mini-games add an extra layer of fun and variety to the overall experience.
- The controls are clunky and inconsistent, making some levels frustratingly difficult to complete.
- The game becomes repetitive and loses its charm after a short while, with many players feeling it overstays its welcome.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
- humor300 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Mr. President" is a mixed bag, with many players finding it genuinely funny, especially due to its absurd ragdoll physics and satirical take on political themes. However, some reviews note that the humor can feel dated and repetitive, particularly as the game progresses, leading to frustration rather than laughter. Overall, while the game offers plenty of comedic moments, its appeal may vary based on individual taste and tolerance for its janky mechanics.
“This game is hilarious and I love the gameplay.”
“The humor's over the top and is 'so bad it's funny', made even more comedic from the creator's belief that this game really is some grand political statement rather than a game so poorly made it's good.”
“The sheer stupidity kept me laughing the whole way through; there were very few parts that were hard.”
“It's boring, it's mechanically unsound, and worst of all, it's painfully unfunny, having satire as toothless as a newborn and completely unsubtle.”
“It's funny and all, but it's really not funny enough to pay for it.”
- story96 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is a mix of humor and absurdity, centered around saving a presidential candidate, with a notable plot twist that many players found surprising and engaging. While some missions are creatively designed and entertaining, others can be frustratingly difficult, leading to mixed feelings about the overall narrative experience. Despite its comedic elements, the story is often described as shallow, with players feeling that it lacks depth beyond its initial premise.
“Finally, the ending, where we assume the role we wanted to be throughout the main story and execute a poetic bullet in slow motion to the head of our greatest enemy, is wonderful.”
“First of all, it has quite possibly the greatest storyline ever created, and even though it is based off of a real person, it still seems to be its own character.”
“Amazing game, great story, very dramatic, stunning graphics, and death.”
“There is not much of a story apart from saving Rump from dying, and each chapter really brings something more hilarious and stupid to the table.”
“It starts off fun to make you think you didn't just waste $5 on it, but after 10-15 missions, it just becomes the same repetitive action of running and diving to tackle Rump.”
“A big issue I have with the game is that it resets your entire progress in the story mode when you finish it.”
- gameplay90 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this title is characterized by its quirky, ragdoll physics and humor, which can lead to both fun and frustration. While some players appreciate the comedic elements and the chaotic mechanics, many criticize the inconsistent controls, repetitive nature, and lack of polish, resulting in a mixed experience that may appeal more to those seeking a lighthearted, albeit flawed, gaming experience. Overall, it offers a short, amusing diversion but falls short of delivering a satisfying gameplay loop.
“However, for its cheap price, funny gameplay, and overall short achievements, I think it is worth picking up; just don't be expecting an amazing game, more of a fun experience to generate some laughs.”
“The game mechanics are fun to mess around with, the political commentary is hilarious (if you have my sense of humor, anyway), and the three game modes allow for a decent amount of replayability.”
“The gameplay is wacky and always cracks a smile on my face while playing.”
“The level objects have inconsistent behavior; sometimes affected by the slowdown mechanic, while the game itself requires very tight time tolerances to complete.”
“The mechanics are garbage, janky, and unfun to use if you're trying to complete the game, aka the whole point of this game.”
“The gameplay gets extremely repetitive, the animations are dreadful, and the controls are badly placed as most 'moves' are done by using 1, 2, 3, etc. The player can easily slip over on surfaces that they shouldn't slip over on; it's just a big buggy mess.”
- stability35 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- -6 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent and frustrating bugs that can disrupt gameplay. While some find the glitches amusing and even advantageous, many others describe the experience as a "buggy mess" that detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game's potential is overshadowed by its instability, leading to mixed feelings among users.
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
“I've experienced zero bugs during my playthrough, which is impressive.”
“The stability of the game allows for an immersive experience without interruptions.”
“A buggy mess of a high potential game, 3.9/10”
“Horrible buggy game.”
“Main problem is it is quite buggy (you crash into invisible walls a lot) and doesn't run very well on a lot of machines.”
- graphics33 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as "unbelievable" and "stunning," while others criticize them as "subpar" and reminiscent of outdated 90s animations. Many users note that despite the graphics being a low point, the gameplay and humor can still provide an enjoyable experience. Overall, the graphics seem to vary widely in quality, with some finding them acceptable for a low-cost game, while others feel they detract significantly from the overall experience.
“Unbelievable graphics, the best I've ever seen.”
“Amazing game, great story, very dramatic, stunning graphics and depth.”
“- breathtaking visuals”
“The game isn't made out to be all that when it comes to graphics or anything, but it's worse than the 3D animation from 90s cartoons.”
“Game design sucks, graphics are subpar, I wouldn't even recommend it on sale because it's so unfun, but please god do not pay full price for this.”
“The graphics side of it didn't receive anything above minimal attention either.”
- replayability14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly replayable due to varied gameplay mechanics and multiple modes, others criticize it for being too short and lacking substantial replay value. Many users express a desire for additional content or features, such as a level editor, to enhance replayability.
“The game mechanics are fun to mess around with, the political commentary is hilarious (if you have my sense of humor, anyway) and the three game modes allow for a decent amount of replayability.”
“It was entertaining and quick, and it does have some replayability just to capture all of the different scenes to their full extent.”
“Each level has a multitude of ways that they can be completed, which combined with the goat simulator-esque nature of the physics engine, allows for a good level of replayability.”
“The wrestling portion is really fun as well, but the game is definitely too short and lacks replayability.”
“Replayability is somewhat low; I did play a couple of levels over again.”
“I give it a negative review because of its incredibly clunky controls, its 2-hour gameplay with little replayability, and an increasingly laggy final stage.”
- music10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players noting a lack of a substantial soundtrack and minimal musical elements, often reduced to repetitive soundbites or crowd noises. While a few users appreciated specific tracks, the overall consensus highlights a disappointing absence of engaging music, making the audio experience feel incomplete.
“☐ great soundtrack”
“Whats the song that plays in the main menu?”
“I made a little music video for him in my gameplay.”
“The menus are close to non-existent, the graphics are unimpressive, and the game only has a handful of soundbites and virtually no music.”
“It doesn't have any music.”
“When you get farther and face harder challenges, you fail 20 times in a row and respawn in this life-death cycle that is so fast that it's almost like your music is skipping and repeating the same 2-second part over and over again.”
- grinding8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 63 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort to progress. While the game starts strong, many levels become tedious and frustrating due to precision platforming challenges and inconsistent controls, leading to a mixed overall experience.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Any stage that requires you to do precision platforming (thank god it's only a handful) is tedious and infuriating.”
“Coupled with the confusing layout of some levels and the controls that seem inconsistent at times, the game starts strong but ends up being tedious at best and irritating at worst.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is described as deeply impactful, leaving players feeling physically and mentally affected, with some moments eliciting strong reactions such as laughter and frustration. The absurdity of certain scenarios, like the character's interactions with the environment, adds to the emotional rollercoaster, blending humor with a sense of chaos. Overall, players report a mix of intense feelings, from amusement to exasperation.
“It'll leave you physically, mentally, and emotionally scarred.”
“One level has a required platform covered almost entirely by chairs, making it impossible to avoid touching them.”
“In lieu of these physics, your character simply ragdolls upon doing absolutely anything, including jumping, touching a staircase, bumping into a wall, or even doing the 'funny' animations that are included for absolutely no reason.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback; while it runs smoothly without crashes and only minor delays, players feel it could benefit from further polishing and improved graphics optimization.
“Hasn't crashed once and runs smoothly, with only a second or two of delay here and there.”
“It would've been better if it was polished more and if the graphics issue was more optimized, but still, okay.”
“Another thing too is a performance issue.”
“It would've been better if it was polished more and if the graphics were more optimized, but still, okay.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game features exaggerated designs that enhance the visual appeal, while the engaging wrestling mode adds depth to the characters' interactions and gameplay experience. Overall, players find the character design and mechanics enjoyable and entertaining.
“The character designs are quite exaggerated, adding a unique flair to the game.”
“The ragdoll physics are amazing, and the character design is awesome. The wrestling mode is very fun and pleasant to play!”
“Character designs are quite exaggerated.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth.”
“I found the character arcs to be predictable and unengaging.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is perceived as a cynical cash grab, indicating that players feel the game prioritizes profit over player experience.
“Cynical cash grab.”
“The game feels more like a money-making scheme than a fun experience.”
“Every feature seems locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating to enjoy the game.”
