Nightmare Puppeteer
- September 21, 2020
- Imagination Rabbit
Get on Steam"Nightmare Puppeteer" is a game that allows players to create strange and attention-grabbing animations using easy-to-use tools designed by award-winning animation filmmaker M dot Strange. The game features 48 different strange scenes, auto lip-sync for all heads, and the ability to add your own sounds, images, and videos. With the "TV Mode" feature, you can even create animated gifs, music videos, or short films, and potentially even a whole original movie.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and creative platform for content creation, allowing users to easily make videos and animations.
- It has a vast array of customization options and effects, making it fun and engaging for those who enjoy experimenting with video creation.
- Despite its quirks, the game is praised for its potential to produce entertaining and surreal content, reminiscent of classic animation tools.
- The tutorial is confusing and does not adequately prepare players for the complexities of the controls, leading to frustration.
- Many users find the game difficult to navigate, with issues such as camera bugs and challenging prop placement detracting from the experience.
- Some content is considered grotesque or disturbing, which may not appeal to all players and could lead to potential bans on platforms like Twitch.
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and entertaining, while others feel it falls flat or becomes annoying, particularly in tutorials and certain character customization options. The game is described as a chaotic blend of self-deprecating humor and social critique, leading to moments of genuine laughter and enjoyment, reminiscent of classic fun experiences. Overall, while some aspects of the humor resonate well, others may leave players feeling bored or overwhelmed.
“This game (that's so much more than just a game) is intricate, unique, erratic, insane, hilarious and really, really fun to play.”
“I was laughing so hard, I don't remember having this much fun playing a game since Mario Kart came out when I was a kid.”
“Never press on the TV box on the main menu; it blasts your ears with randomly generated AI text-to-speech conversations as if it's funny.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is praised for its versatility and ease of use, allowing users to create a variety of music videos and artistic projects with impressive customization options. Reviewers appreciate the blend of experimental music and video-making tools, which not only facilitate creativity but also serve as a critique of influencer culture. Overall, it is seen as an excellent platform for aspiring creators to bring their musical visions to life.
“This is an excellent, fast way to create short videos and music videos.”
“It's easy to use, the customization options and locations for each setting are otherworldly and it's great to use when planning out music videos.”
“On top of that, I could use it to make so many different things; I definitely plan on using it to make several music videos.”
“This spastic experimental/music/video maker, jammed into a hilariously self-deprecating/denying parody of a video game, is actually a blazing critique of the inanity of the 'influencer' culture.”
“For $1 you can make the music video, documentary, skit and all the other things you dream about.”
“He's done everything from 'We Are the Strange' to being the director of the music videos for 'Break Shins' to 'This' by Rabbit Junk and 'Straight to Video' by Mindless Self Indulgence.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the innovative gameplay mechanics in gritty games, suggesting that these unique experiences are deserving of attention and exploration.
“These kinds of gritty games that create new forms of gameplay are well worth giving a chance.”
