Mrs. Santa's Gift Hunt

About

Christmas themed RPG. This game is a colectathon where you aim to get a high score that's awarded by doing various things in the game, including gathering presents.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

music3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

A charming and festive experience that captures the holiday spirit, making it a delightful way to spend an hour or two.
The game features impressive voice acting and remixed Christmas songs that enhance the overall enjoyment.
It's a free game that offers a fun, light-hearted RPG experience with simple mechanics and a humorous storyline.

The game is very short, lasting only about 30-60 minutes, which may leave players wanting more content.
Some gameplay mechanics, like the flashlight feature and certain mini-games, can be frustrating and detract from the overall experience.
There are limited character development and exploration opportunities, making the game feel somewhat shallow.

music
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The music in the game is highly praised for its creative remixes of classic Christmas carols, effectively enhancing the atmosphere of the gameplay. Tracks like "Away in a Manger" and "Hark the Herald Angels Sing" are well-integrated into the game's themes, contributing to an overall positive experience, with users rating the music and sound aspects at 9/10. Additionally, the voice acting and background music received commendations for their quality.
- “A fun short Christmas RPG about Mrs. Claus finding stolen presents on Christmas Eve, with remixed Christmas songs as tracks such as 'Away in a Manger' being the battle theme and 'Hark! The Herald Angels Sing' being the victory theme.”
- “For one, the music, which is largely Christmas carols, is very well done.”
- “The music, which is largely Christmas carols, is very well done.”
- “Every song is done in a style that suits the area/situation you’re in perfectly.”
graphics
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The graphics are generally considered standard for RPG Maker games, featuring some additional artwork for sprites. While the world design is appreciated, the unique art style and character intros stand out as highlights. Overall, the visuals receive mixed reviews, with scores ranging from 5 to 6 out of 10.
- “The art style is unique and neat.”
- “The graphics for the world were good, but I enjoyed the character intros and conversation boxes.”
- “Graphics are your standard RPG Maker fare, along with some extra artwork done for various sprites and such.”
- “Graphics: 6/10”
- “Graphics: 5”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized as a traditional RPG experience, utilizing RPG Maker MV, and is generally well-received with a score of 7/10. However, some players express frustration with the limited vision mechanic, specifically the flashlight feature, though it doesn't detract significantly from their overall enjoyment.
- “Gameplay is your good ol’ fashioned RPG affair, brought to you by the amazing power of RPG Maker MV.”
- “I'm definitely not a fan of any game with limited vision (the flashlight mechanic), but I don't regret playing this.”
story
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The game's story is simple yet fitting for the holiday season, focusing on a protagonist opposing Christmas commercialization. While it is relatively short, it effectively engages players with its quests, NPC interactions, and holiday-themed humor. Overall, it strikes a balance that resonates well with the festive atmosphere.
- “It's a simple story that doesn't offer a whole lot, but it's nonetheless perfect for the holiday season, especially when you find out that the culprit is taking a stand against Christmas commercialization.”
- “While the game was short, it had just the right amount of story and NPC interactions to keep you interested and adding holiday comedy.”
character development
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While the game initially captivates with engaging music and appealing character designs, it ultimately falls short in character development, leaving players wanting more depth and growth for the characters.
- “There is no character development.”
- “The game lacks any meaningful character development.”
- “I was disappointed by the absence of character development.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted for its good sense of humor, with characters like Frosty providing comedic moments that enhance the overall experience.
- “Has a good sense of humor to it as well.”
- “Frosty is funny.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is rated as average, with a score of 5/10, indicating that while there are some elements that may encourage players to return, overall, it lacks significant incentives or variety to make repeated playthroughs particularly engaging.