Not For Broadcast: Prologue

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Look, mate - it’s not that hard. Choose the angles, roll the ads, and bleep the swears. Just keep in mind that how you show these people will change their lives. Don’t worry - you’ll get paid either way! In an alternate 1980s where the nation stumbles towards dystopia, join the National Nightly News team as they document the latest political scandal, the rise of a radical government, and which ce…

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Single-Player

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 363 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

monetization16 negative mentions

The demo provides a fun and engaging introduction to the game, showcasing its unique mechanics and humor.
Players appreciate the immersive experience of managing a TV broadcast, with many expressing excitement for the full game.
The game's combination of real footage and interactive gameplay has been praised for its originality and potential.

Many players found the demo to be more of an advertisement for the full game rather than a standalone experience.
Technical issues such as lag, freezing screens, and crashes have been reported, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
Some players felt the gameplay was too chaotic and overwhelming, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.

gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
65%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it engaging and intuitive, while others criticize certain mechanics, such as the "signal interference" feature. The prologue effectively introduces various mechanics, creating a unique and immersive experience that combines humor and challenge, reminiscent of classic FMV games. Overall, players appreciate the simplicity of the mechanics, though some find the multitasking elements overwhelming, indicating a potential for deeper gameplay in the full version.
- “Gameplay is very engaging, and I love how intuitive it is.”
- “The gameplay, although just a taste of what's to come, is extremely engrossing and unique, and the stories and commercials are hilarious.”
- “The mechanics all work and all have keyboard/mouse shortcuts so you can optimize play and concentrate on having fun, rather than fumbling with controls and buttons.”
- “Mediocre gameplay, decent storyline, but automatically opening my web browser to get me to buy the game is a no-go.”
- “If you're not a fan of games with stress-out mechanics (i.e. Papers, Please), this won't be your game.”
- “Enjoyed the demo, it feels like Papers, Please with television; in the game, you play as the TV crew in the studio, but instead of 4 or more people at the console, there's only you, so the gameplay can get a bit overwhelming but it keeps you on edge.”
humor
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its engaging and hilarious content, blending dry British wit with absurd scenarios that resonate well with players. Many reviews highlight the clever integration of real-world elements and funny commentary, making the gameplay enjoyable and immersive, despite some mentions of crude humor that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the game's comedic approach, particularly in its tutorial and behind-the-scenes moments, adds a unique charm that enhances the overall experience.
- “Also it is hilarious and just as crazy as the people who have shows on community TV.”
- “The story was hilarious and shows an insight into what may actually happen in a news station.”
- “The gameplay, although just a taste of what's to come, is extremely engrossing and unique, and the stories and commercials are hilarious.”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
53%
14%
The game's story has been praised for its humor, depth, and engaging dialogue, drawing comparisons to cult classics like "Papers, Please." Players appreciate the intriguing narrative that evolves from a simple premise into a complex tale with political undertones, although some find the side stories less compelling. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a strong point that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “Even during quarantine, they manage to create a story that ties in with some humor that really made playing a TV broadcasting sim fun and enjoyable.”
- “Has an interesting story and comedic side to it, as well as some extremely well-done dialogue in the lore of this game.”
- “The story was hilarious and shows an insight into what may actually happen in a news station.”
- “Mediocre gameplay, decent storyline, but automatically opening my web browser to get me to buy the game is a no-go.”
- “Its success will depend on the story writing.”
- “Of course, I do know not all games can or should have a demo; if they're story heavy or plot twist heavy, then a demo feels like an unfinished piece.”
monetization
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn criticism for being misleading, as it presents itself as a full game while primarily functioning as an advertisement. Many users feel that this approach detracts from genuine gaming experiences and clutters the market with non-game content, ultimately harming both players and legitimate developers. While some appreciate the humor and polish of the ads within the game, the overall sentiment is that such monetization tactics are exploitative and not worth players' time.
- “If you enjoy advertisements, you can consume them for free on the web or on YouTube without needing to add them to your game library, download them, and then launch the advertising.”
- “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and, in some ways, harmful.”
- “It's impossible for me to recommend this incorrectly published advertising spam to gamers; you deserve better than adverts.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, featuring appealing visuals that evoke an 80's British aesthetic and a style reminiscent of the original Five Nights at Freddy's. However, players note the importance of synchronization between visuals and audio, especially given the game's reliance on timing and visual cues. Some users have also mentioned the challenges posed by FMV scenes, which can impact performance.
- “The graphics are looking good, but this game has FMV scenes, which are really well done.”
- “With a game revolving around timing and visual cues, you can't afford to have a second or so of delay between the visuals and the audio.”
- “Has kind of a 'don't touch anything' kind of gameplay, mixed with the original FNAF graphics.”
- “I really like the 80's British aesthetics.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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Overall, players have mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While some report decent performance and no noticeable bugs, others experience lag and question the effectiveness of performance fixes in the full version. Adjusting graphics settings appears to be necessary for better performance on certain devices.
- “I play on a Surface Pro 4, so I have fiddled with the graphics settings to look for the best performance.”
- “It's well crafted; I didn't notice any bugs so far, and performance is decent as well as framerate.”
- “Can only assume that the developers applied some performance fixes to the full version and not this version.”
- “[b](-) performance optimization(?)[/b] not sure why, [b][i]the game feels a little laggy for me.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly tedious and lacking in engaging elements, leading to a diminished enjoyment and motivation to continue playing.
- “It sounded very cool in theory, but there are just too many tedious tasks and not enough fun to keep my attention and make me want to keep playing.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making the game more of a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
- “I found myself spending hours on grinding without any real sense of progress or reward, which made the game feel frustrating.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its retro-inspired visuals, reminiscent of 80s television, which some players find immersive. However, there are reports of audio-visual sync issues that can detract from the overall experience.
- “Even on the lowest settings, the screen resolution resembles that of an 80's TV set, which enhances the atmosphere and immerses you in the experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you in with its unique visual and audio design.”
- “The combination of sound and visuals creates a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the game.”
- “On the lowest settings, I have the screen resolution of an 80's TV set (which works for me, it gets you into the atmosphere, you know), and I still experience the smallest of delays on the master screen compared to the audio.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that the game's stability is generally good, with only minor issues noted, such as a non-game-breaking bug that causes one monitor screen to freeze during gameplay.
- “Let's start off with the one bug I've encountered, which isn't game-breaking, but it freezes one of the monitor screens every time I play the game.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I've experienced multiple stability issues, including random freezes and lag spikes that disrupt gameplay.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users note that FMV games tend to have limited replayability, as once players have completed them a few times, there is little incentive to revisit the experience.
- “The only problem with these FMV games is that once you've played through them a few times, there's not much replay value.”
- “After completing the game, I found that there was little incentive to play it again, as the choices didn't significantly alter the outcome.”
- “While the story is engaging, the lack of different paths or endings makes replaying the game feel redundant.”

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