Old School

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Old School is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by MDickie and was released on October 6, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"Old School" is a 3D game that lets you relive your school days, with a schedule full of classes and a popularity contest to survive. Explore various locations and interact with props, and customize your character or even become a teacher. Play alone or with friends for additional support in this nostalgic experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,761 reviews

graphics53 positive mentions

stability18 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience, reminiscent of classic school days.
The graphics and 3D environment enhance the gameplay, making it more immersive.
Players appreciate the variety of interactions and activities available in the game.

The camera controls are often frustrating and can hinder gameplay.
There are frequent bugs and glitches, particularly when navigating the school yard.
Some players find the pacing slow, with too much time spent on dialogue and not enough on action.

graphics
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
28%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback from users, with many praising their quality, realism, and nostalgic style, while others criticize them as outdated or lacking detail. Some players highlight impressive camera angles and animations, but there are also complaints about performance issues on lower-end devices and specific graphical bugs. Overall, while the graphics are generally appreciated, there is a clear desire for further improvements and updates.
- “The graphics are amazing and fresh; it's good to play if you are bored.”
- “Every detail in the game looks realistic; the graphics are perfect.”
- “Mdickie never disappoints; they went all out with the graphics, turning the features into 3D, which is unbelievable.”
- “Unfortunately, the following are the reasons why I give it 2 stars - the controls are very bad, and extremely hard to use - the graphics are very poor, probably even worse than school days - the face looks horrible with no facial expression - their style of movement is extremely weird. If you can fix all these problems, then I can definitely rate it higher.”
- “Your graphics are really, really, really bad. They need work. Also, the coding standard; I suggest you use Unreal Engine instead of Unity. I hope you find my review useful, thank you!”
- “This game is good and all that, but some graphics are just terrible and it lags a lot on my device. Please, game developers, fix this issue.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
43%
11%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating its depth and unique mechanics, but expressing frustration over camera controls and certain gameplay elements like driving mechanics. While some find the experience enjoyable and humorous, others criticize the lack of freedom and the execution of certain features, suggesting improvements for a more immersive experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as fun and engaging, but it suffers from technical issues and design choices that detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Absolutely superb gameplay and visuals.”
- “The gameplay is very good; the graphics are very nice for a game of this size. Mdickie is the best creator I have seen.”
- “So much fun and unique gameplay as always. Mdickie is one of the best indie mobile game developers.”
- “It's a fantastic game but the driving/biking mechanics are awful; it's difficult to drive.”
- “The camera angles are not really convenient for viewing, which is an important aspect affecting the gameplay experience.”
- “I don't like that you can't move the camera; it makes gameplay somewhat annoying.”
stability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and control issues, particularly in specific areas like the yard and school junction. While some players enjoy the game overall, the persistent technical problems significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration and requests for fixes. Overall, stability remains a major concern that developers need to address to enhance gameplay.
- “The game would be great only if you look into the character movements lag and annoying glitches which make the game so slow; unless these changes can be considered, then it is unplayable, thus a truly useless game from a promising developer.”
- “There's a bit of a problem in the game; you see, every time I go to the yard, the game freezes and I don't know why.”
- “I'm always scared to go to the yard because the game always glitches in the school yard and street.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
The game's story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its real-life elements and immersive 3D presentation. However, many users report significant issues with mission functionality, such as incomplete tasks and a lack of quest markers, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, there are calls for more diverse story elements and updates to enhance gameplay.
- “This game story is very good and in 3D it looks more appealing. Please play this game to support MDickie, and I want to thank them for making this game for us.”
- “I like this game because it is like a real-life story.”
- “Nice game, I really like the story.”
- “Not at all satisfied with the game not even having some new updates of 21 centre very old locations and same old story give some more elements and make the game to 1gb but have some valuable updates nothing seems to be new in it only 3d version very disappointed ”
- “When you get a mission that tells you to speak to Father Wright and you ask Father Wright where Father Wright is then proceed to fail the mission.”
- “Like the game is just that maybe they should add gangs and guns so that the character could have a story.”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its organic comedic situations, quirky physics, and amusing mechanics that contribute to a lighthearted experience. Many users draw comparisons to the game "Bully," noting its creative and hilarious twists, while others appreciate the potential for chaotic interactions, such as falsely accusing characters. Overall, the game is described as consistently funny, making it an enjoyable choice for those seeking humor in gameplay.
- “The amount of hilarious situations that organically develop is astonishing.”
- “Game is hilarious, some of the physics and mechanics of the game are funky but it makes it even funnier.”
- “Its like an unofficial sequel to Bully, but with the hilariously creative twists of a mdickie game.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
92%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to lost progress. While some users acknowledge that ads are a common feature and not overly intrusive, the overall sentiment leans towards a desire for fewer ads or improvements to their implementation. Additionally, players note that while premium options exist, they are not necessary for enjoying the game.
- “I love this game! No ads while offline, and that's the best!”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive.”
- “I appreciate that I can enjoy the game without being bombarded by ads.”
- “It's a great game and all, I'm a big fan of mdickie's games in general, but the only thing that annoys me is the ads that pop up.”
- “I love mdickie games, but this game is too much of a headache to justify the amount of ads that get shoved in your face.”
- “Dear Mat Dickie, there's too many ads in this game; maybe you should lower the ads.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players expressing a desire for in-game music options, such as car radios and a wider selection of popular artists. While some appreciate the existing musical elements and compare the game's experience to musical films, others criticize the lack of support for musical gameplay and the quality of music education within the game. Overall, players hope for future updates that enhance the musical experience.
- “This game is awesome! Big 5 stars! Hope there can be more cool updates later in the future, like music in the car and other features. Can't wait for other 3D games like Hard Time or Super City!”
- “The game is so good; honestly, I would actually compare this game to the musical movie Matilda.”
- “This game needs prayers because they need to add stars like XXXTentacion, Juice WRLD, and so on. They should also include a career selection like music, gangster, police, and more.”
- “The cars don't have radios to play music.”
- “This game needs prayers because they need to add stars like XXXTentacion, Juice WRLD, and so on, and they need to have a choose-your-career selection like music, gangster, police, and so on.”
- “Sidhu Moose Wala's song is old school.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have reported significant optimization issues, particularly in the school yard area, where the game experiences lag and slow character movement. These performance problems have been a consistent point of frustration for users, detracting from the overall experience.
- “As you progress through the game, you’ll encounter various subjects where you can learn new things while managing your academic performance.”
- “It was hanging, and my character runs slowly.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews do not directly address the emotional aspect of the game, focusing instead on a technical feature related to camera control. As such, there is no significant emotional feedback to summarize from the provided text.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's graphics and express a desire for additional playable content, particularly in specific locations, suggesting that enhanced features could significantly improve replayability.
- “The graphics are nice, and there's a lot of playable content, especially in the location. I hope you add more features there soon; it would be great.”
- “The game offers endless replayability with its diverse quests and multiple endings, keeping each playthrough fresh and exciting.”
- “I love how every decision I make leads to different outcomes, making me want to replay the game to explore all the possibilities.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and challenging, as transitioning between subjects can be difficult and time-consuming.
- “It's very difficult getting from one subject to the next, and it's a little tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and often becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
- “I find myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which makes the experience feel monotonous.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is widely praised for its immersive atmosphere, creating a captivating environment that enhances the overall experience.
- “This game has an incredibly immersive atmosphere that draws you in from the very start.”
- “The haunting sound design and stunning visuals create a captivating atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “Every location feels alive, with a rich atmosphere that enhances the storytelling and gameplay experience.”