Nobody: The Turnaround

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Nobody: The Turnaround is a single player open world simulation game. It was developed by U.Ground Game Studio and was released on November 16, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Nobody: The Turnaround" is a gripping narrative-driven game where players unravel the complexities of identity and morality. As the enigmatic Nobody, players navigate a surreal world filled with challenging choices, engaging in strategic turn-based battles while shaping the character's fate. With its unique blend of storytelling and tactical gameplay, "Nobody: The Turnaround" simplifies notions of right and wrong, leaving a lasting impression on its players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 350 reviews

story18 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Crazily addictive gameplay that keeps players engaged for hours.
The game offers a unique and realistic portrayal of life struggles, resonating with many players.
Despite being in early access, the game has a lot of content and potential for future updates.

The game has been abandoned by the developers, leading to concerns about its future and lack of updates.
Gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, which may deter some players.
There are significant issues with translation and localization, making it difficult for non-Chinese speakers to fully enjoy the game.

story
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around a debt-driven narrative where players must navigate challenges to pay off loans while managing personal relationships, particularly with family. While the initial storyline is engaging and offers emotional depth, many players express a desire for more content and character development, as well as additional storylines that are currently in development. Overall, the storytelling is praised for its realism and relatability, reflecting the struggles of poverty, but some players find it repetitive and are eager for more variety in future updates.
- “The plot is well laid out with multiple possible outcomes.”
- “This game is totally awesome, it draws you in, the characters are the best part; they have a story that keeps you engaged.”
- “The main campaign focuses on the usual plot of a debt the player must pay off and through their interactions with the city become a success story.”
- “I guess if I could put my finger on one thing, it's that I missed a bit more story between the characters, as in, a little more depth.”
- “The story feels more like a 'life is unfair' simulator, and as far as the story mode goes, you need to play a very specific way to beat it, to the extent where once you realize what the mechanics of the game are, it suddenly feels like a very poorly written graphic novel hiding under the guise of a game!”
- “The story is a little brutal and there does not seem to be a way to win, but it is an actual story and not a series of events that lead to an end point.”
gameplay
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mix of challenging mechanics and relationship-building elements that enhance the experience, offering hundreds of hours of content. While many players appreciate the depth and variety, some express frustration over the lack of guidance and repetitive mechanics, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game is seen as a captivating blend of life simulation and grinding, though it still requires refinement and additional content.
- “Gameplay is challenging, but it drives you to the next level.”
- “The gameplay is challenging yet still fun to grind.”
- “Good game so far, interesting story and gameplay.”
- “The game struggles on gameplay without the added stories!”
- “You want to grind more but there are no more gameplay stories to explore!”
- “The process of playing every day is a boring and mechanical repetition.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
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The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many players appreciating the charming aesthetic and unique art style that effectively conveys the game's themes. While some describe the graphics as "good" rather than exceptional, they highlight the attention to detail and the atmospheric quality that enhances the overall experience. The game is noted for its lack of bugs and crashes, contributing to a smooth visual experience.
- “The setting and aesthetic are so charming that I don't want to put it down.”
- “The graphics and vibe of the game generally are amazing; they have added so much detail in what you can do and what affects the character.”
- “The game's graphics are really nice and actually perfectly themed for the mood of this game.”
- “No one has ever made a game that focuses on the struggles of everyday life of a regular person with decent graphics.”
- “Graphic: not the best one out here, but I really like the style which makes the game feel kind of dark and moody while you are struggling to survive in the city as a nobody.”
- “The storytelling, original soundtracks, art style, voice acting, and it's pretty reflective of the poverty cycle trapping many less-privileged folks in China.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
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The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and emotional resonance, with many players expressing a desire for the soundtrack to be available for purchase. Reviewers highlight the professional sound design, original compositions, and how well the music complements the game's narrative and atmosphere. While some suggest minor improvements, such as adding a vocal track for karaoke, the overall consensus is that the music significantly enhances the gaming experience.
- “The game has amazing sound design and music, professionally done English translations that don't break the flow of the game, and the controls are easy to learn and use.”
- “A wonderfully designed game with some incredible music that really vibes with the story.”
- “The game has a number of songs written by the studio that provides a melancholy yet hopeful tone.”
- “The karaoke minigame could use a background vocal 'lead' track to know what pitches are expected, but since you hear the songs throughout the game, it's not too hard.”
- “And please release a soundtrack list of this game, dear developers. Every time I want to listen, I need to go to the karaoke bar in-game, lol.”
- “❌ Jake Paul’s music”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently note that grinding in the game is extensive, often requiring significant time investment, likening it to needing a "second life." While the grind can be tedious and annoying, it is also seen as integral to the gameplay experience, contributing to the overall enjoyment and engagement with the story and mechanics. Despite the grind, many find the gameplay enjoyable and look forward to future updates.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It is based on real-life scenarios, so it will be a grind. It will get annoying and tedious, but that's the point of the game.”
- “Capitalism simulator, pretty good story and grindy, but still very fun gameplay.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, running smoothly on average hardware without any bugs or performance issues reported by users. Overall, it effectively combines various mini-games while maintaining a stable experience.
- “Overall, this game seems like an optimization of a number of mini games.”
- “So far, I haven't encountered any bugs or performance issues.”
- “On an average Lenovo desktop with an i5 'Coffee Lake' CPU at 2.90 GHz, 16 GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 from 2017, the game runs smoothly without any problems!”
- “Overall, this game seems like an optimization of a number of mini-games.”
- “The game feels unpolished and lacks proper optimization, leading to frustrating gameplay.”
- “Despite its potential, the optimization issues make it hard to enjoy the experience.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to create strong attachments to characters, particularly as players witness their struggles for freedom. However, some users find the emotional responses of characters to be unrealistic, leading to frustration with their decisions. Overall, the game evokes a mix of deep emotional engagement and criticism regarding character behavior.
- “The first story was tough both emotionally and gameplay-wise.”
- “For the first full release version of this game, it is remarkable how emotionally attached you can become to seeing your character and Yaoyao earn their freedom.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its strong replayability, with players enjoying the varied challenges and potential for future development. However, some users express disappointment over the limited story modes, which may hinder replay value for those seeking a more diverse experience.
- “It's just a great game with a very good story and replayability.”
- “This is such a great game, and it has so much potential, both in future development and the replayability is insane!”
- “While there is only one story mode so far, the challenge is nice to try and beat, and each job is different enough that it increases replayability.”
- “There is only one story mode available so far; while the challenge is nice to try and beat, and each job is different enough to increase replayability, it is frustrating if you were hoping for all three story modes to be completed or for assets from all three modes to be available in sandbox/challenge.”
- “The lack of multiple story modes really limits the replayability; once you've completed the single mode, there's not much incentive to go back.”
- “While the game offers some challenges, the overall replayability suffers due to the absence of varied storylines or modes to explore.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized by some users, particularly within the Chinese fanbase, who perceive it as a cash grab.
- “Some players from the Chinese fanbase described it as a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I feel like the game prioritizes profit over player enjoyment, making it hard to progress without spending money.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its compelling art style, which effectively enhances the overall experience.
- “I love the art style and the atmosphere it conveys.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report a stable experience with no significant glitches noted, despite acknowledging that the game is in early release and may still have bugs. There is a desire for future updates to enhance customization and NPC interactions.
- “People really need to understand that this is an early release game and there will be bugs and glitches along the way.”