NeuroNet: Mendax Proxy
- May 4, 2023
- Dream Harvest
- 8h median play time
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Reviews
- The game features a beautifully written story with engaging characters and impressive art and voice acting.
- Players appreciate the depth of choices and the philosophical dilemmas presented throughout the game, making it a thought-provoking experience.
- The game has a strong replayability factor due to its random event generation, allowing for different experiences in each playthrough.
- Many players feel that the choices lack meaningful impact, often leading to similar outcomes regardless of decisions made.
- The game suffers from various bugs, including save corruption and issues with the chapter reset function, which can disrupt gameplay.
- Some players find the user interface and controls frustrating, with slow text scrolling and a lack of manual save options contributing to a less enjoyable experience.
- story47 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, praised for its engaging narrative, art, and character development, particularly in a cyberpunk setting where players assume the role of an AI managing a city. However, many players express frustration over the limited impact of their choices, noting that despite the illusion of branching paths, the story ultimately leads to a singular, often unsatisfying conclusion. Overall, while the story captivates and evokes emotions, it lacks the depth of meaningful player agency that some players desire.
“I really enjoyed the story, the art, and the characters.”
“This game has a nicely written story and the art is done well too.”
“What a stunningly beautiful and great game and story.”
“Far too often my choices felt in vain as the story would end up the same way anyway.”
“What is the point of a 'choices matter' story-driven game if one isn't permitted to make choices (beyond amounting to a lame 'this is so meta' gimmick that has been done before and better)?”
“The story goes out of its way to establish how you have emotions, but then does not allow you to actually use them, which is pretty fitting for a corporatist setting, but still kinda lame.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their high quality, colorful designs, and detailed animations, making it visually appealing. However, some users note that the artwork can be repetitive and inconsistent, with mixed feelings about its overall impact on the game's experience.
“The visuals and voice acting were pretty cool too.”
“The artwork and animations are very detailed and expressive.”
“Colorful, but also repetitive artwork.”
“Artwork is hit or miss, story hackneyed, choices and writing condescending.”
“The artwork/animations are very detailed and expressive.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its polish and ability to enhance the storytelling experience, featuring a catchy, futuristic soundtrack that resonates well with players, including those with ADHD. Overall, the combination of music, voice acting, and art contributes significantly to the game's immersive quality.
“The art, voice acting, and music are all polished and pull you into the story.”
“The writing, art (character and backgrounds), music, and voice acting are all really good.”
“A very catchy, futuristic soundtrack, which is a must when you have ADHD.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is limited due to its reliance on random event generation, which can lead to repetitive experiences. Additionally, the predictable nature of certain outcomes diminishes the incentive to replay, resulting in a lack of varied experiences.
“The events are randomly pulled from a pool of possible events and problems, making each playthrough feel unique and ensuring that getting the same problem again is a matter of luck.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging players to explore different strategies and paths with each replay.”
“With multiple endings and branching storylines, the game offers a rich experience that invites players to return and discover new narratives.”
“Though as a measure of replayability, the events are randomly pulled from a pool of possible events/problems, so actually getting the same problem again is a matter of luck.”
“Railroads into a predictable bad ending, which leads to little replay value.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users praise the gameplay for its solid engineering, highlighting well-designed mechanics and a robust framework that enhance the overall experience.
“The engineering is good: the mechanics, the framework, etc.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when it comes to resetting after completing over 50 events, suggesting that resets should be used sparingly and only in cases of significant mistakes.
“Though resetting after 50+ events feels rather tedious, I really advise only using reset when you truly mess up.”
“The grinding in this game is relentless and feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which makes the game feel monotonous and uninspired.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's auto-save function is reported to be buggy, leading to concerns about stability and reliability during gameplay.
“The auto-save function is buggy.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it hard to progress.”
“I experienced multiple freezes during gameplay, which ruined the experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is positively highlighted by users, who appreciate the inclusion of quality voice acting that enhances the text adventure experience.
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users feel that the four gauges intended to measure AI performance are merely decorative and do not influence gameplay decisions, indicating a lack of meaningful optimization in this aspect.
“While there are four gauges to measure AI performance, they seem more like decoration and don't play any role in choices.”
“The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.”
“Despite the potential for a well-optimized system, the game often feels sluggish and unresponsive.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by a singular, heartbreaking ending that resonates deeply with players; however, the lack of alternative outcomes limits the sense of agency in shaping the narrative.
“The game delivers a deeply emotional experience that stays with you long after you've finished playing.”
“Every character's journey is filled with heart-wrenching moments that truly resonate.”
“The storytelling is so powerful that it evokes a range of emotions, making you feel connected to the characters.”
