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Normality

77%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
gameplay, music
77% User Score Based on 354 reviews

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"Normality" is a single-player action game filled with humor. As Kent Knutson, you'll explore the dystopian city of Neutropolis, once full of beauty and light but now controlled by a sinister force. Solve puzzles, uncover clues, and unravel the city's mysteries, including why the most successful company makes furniture and who Brian Deluge is, in this quirky and unique game.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 354 reviews
graphics24 positive mentions
gameplay6 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique blend of humor and a quirky storyline set in a dystopian world, making it a memorable experience.
  • Despite its age, the graphics and gameplay still hold up well, providing a nostalgic trip for fans of classic adventure games.
  • The puzzles are challenging yet rewarding, and the game encourages exploration and creative problem-solving.
  • The controls can be clunky and difficult to navigate, which may frustrate players unfamiliar with older game mechanics.
  • The voice acting in the UK version is considered subpar compared to the US version, leading to disappointment for some players.
  • Many puzzles lack clear logic, which can result in confusion and the need for external guides to progress.
  • graphics
    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, with many praising the stunning motion capture and realistic 3D visuals that were groundbreaking for their time. However, opinions are divided, as some players find the graphics dated and challenging by modern standards, particularly criticizing pixel hunting and low resolution. Overall, while the art style and retro charm are appreciated, the graphics may not appeal to everyone, especially those unfamiliar with older games.

    • “The motion capture animation is stunning and the realistic 3-dimensional graphics are the best I have ever seen.”
    • “In addition, it has great music, the pixel hunting is absent, and excellent graphics for its time which holds itself brilliantly even today, thanks to the outstanding art direction.”
    • “Ngl, I really liked its graphical art style and Duke3D-like rendering; navigating it is like discovering a new art piece in older point-and-click games.”
    • “The graphics and controls are horrible though, but you don't play a 30-year-old game for graphics.”
    • “It was probably an okay game back in its time; however, in today's era of HD 3D graphics, it is very, very outdated.”
    • “There are some sections that require pixel hunting to acquire necessary items in order to progress, and that in combination with low-resolution graphics can lead to difficulty and frustration without a walkthrough.”
  • humor
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in this game is a standout feature, characterized by its quirky, 90s-style wit and surrealism, reminiscent of classics like Sam & Max and Day of the Tentacle. While many players find the dialogue and scenarios genuinely funny, opinions vary, with some noting that the humor can be hit or miss. Overall, it is celebrated as a unique and entertaining experience, particularly for fans of humorous adventure games.

    • “The game itself is really cool to play and has incredible humor that I quite enjoyed.”
    • “For starters, that combination alone makes this game really unique and interesting, but it is also really wacky, funny, and creative, in a vibe kind of like Sam and Max or Day of the Tentacle.”
    • “If you like humorous adventures, you will have a blast for sure with this little gem from the mid-90s.”
    • “Ugly, unfunny, and plays like garbage.”
  • story
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Normality" is a quirky, humorous adventure set in a dystopian society where an oppressive government seeks to eliminate fun and control thoughts. While the narrative features interesting characters and a mix of juvenile humor, it can be heavy-handed and relies on puzzle-solving to uncover the plot. Despite some criticisms regarding controls and graphics, many reviewers appreciate the engaging storyline and recommend it for fans of story-driven games.

    • “The challenging puzzle gameplay complements the amazing story.”
    • “This is a story of some oppressive government, ruled by some strange cyborg, that wants to remove all fun from society and control their thoughts through furniture in some sort of run-down dystopian nineties society.”
    • “It still feels fresh and unique, and I highly recommend it to fans of story-driven games with a taste for subversive humor.”
    • “A juvenile story that hits and misses with the humor intended.”
    • “Navigating the environment is a chore, characters are mostly surface deep stereotypes, the story is handled in a heavy-handed caricatural manner.”
    • “Graphics are bad, story is bad, controls are bad, interface is bad.”
  • gameplay
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Normality" is a mix of point-and-click and FPS elements, offering a humorous and puzzle-driven experience reminiscent of classic Sierra games. While some players find it entertaining and appreciate the challenging puzzles, others criticize the awkward controls and technical issues, such as lost progress due to uninstallation. Overall, the game presents a nostalgic yet polarizing experience, with opinions varying widely on its fun factor and execution.

    • “It uses a unique engine that combines point and click and FPS gameplay qualities with a humorous story.”
    • “Fun, but the controls are pretty hard. I could understand as it's an old game. The story is also good, and the game is tricky, like a puzzle. You would need to use your mind; I recommend watching some gameplay if you get stuck at one part of the story.”
    • “As for the gameplay, it's anything but normal, and its namesake contains the old saying: 'everything you know is wrong.'”
    • “The plot, awkward gameplay, music, graphics... wtf was that.”
    • “I don't mind bad graphics but the gameplay requires a lot of work and kills the fun which isn't found very much in this game.”
    • “20h of gameplay and just 2 of 3 cards... pathetic.”
  • music
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as decent and somewhat relaxing, with some reviewers noting it as a highlight amidst awkward gameplay and a convoluted plot. While opinions vary, many agree that the music is generally acceptable for its time, though it may not stand out significantly. Overall, it contributes to the atmosphere, particularly in the context of the game's setting in a reform center.

    • “In addition, it has great music, the pixel hunting is absent (that horrid nightmare plaguing so many Russian point-and-click adventure games!), and excellent graphics for its time which holds itself brilliantly even today, thanks to the outstanding art direction.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The plot, awkward gameplay, music, graphics... wtf was that.”
    • “The music is quite so-so in general but not really bad per se (we are talking 1996 DOS here).”
    • “No TV other than the boring normtv(tm) which runs normal (read: boring) programs for normal (read: boring) people, no rock music, normal books only (anything that isn't normal is of course either censored or disposed of).”
  • optimization
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is criticized due to the misleading portrayal of voice actors in the promotional material, as players receive the UK version instead of the superior US version featuring Corey Feldman. However, a community patch allows players to access the preferred voice files, significantly enhancing the experience. Overall, while the initial voice acting may detract from the game, the patch makes it worthwhile, especially for those who appreciate the humor and storyline.

    • “However, apparently you can patch this to have those sound files, so it has his excellent and much funnier voice performance. There is a post about it in the community here: https://steamcommunity.”
    • “Without that performance, I would not recommend this game as the UK performance misses the mark, but with the patch, it is definitely worth it. In the end, I will recommend this game as it has an amusing and interesting storyline, and Corey Feldman's performance really makes a huge difference here.”
    • “Despite the video on the store page, the game you buy has the UK voice actors. This is not the US version, which has the much better performance of Corey Feldman for the character of Kent, as portrayed in the video on the store page.”
    • “Despite the video on the store page, the game you buy has the UK voice actors. This is not the US version, which has the much better performance of Corey Feldman for the character of Kent, as portrayed in the video on the store page, which is misleading.”
    • “UK voice actors, not the US version. I'd prefer the performance of Corey Feldman.”
    • “Without that performance, I would not recommend this game as the UK performance sucks and misses the mark. However, with the patch, it is definitely worth it. In the end, I will recommend this game as it has an amusing and interesting storyline, and Corey Feldman's performance really makes a huge difference here.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its vibrant and nostalgic world, rich with 90s references and infused with entertaining UK humor. Players appreciate the immersive experience, especially with the inclusion of English voiceover in the Steam version.

    • “This game offers an atmospheric, vibrant, nostalgic world with a lot of 90s references and some entertaining UK humor (luckily, the Steam version has the English voiceover).”

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3h Median play time
9h Average play time
3-20h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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