Once in Yaissor

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In "Once in Yaissor," players explore a divided world where most people are internet celebrities, and life themes are tackled with humor and a unique style. The game features a complex plot, well-developed characters, and no annoying anime characters. In Yaissor, the Atheist region thrives on internet activity, while the Bull region struggles, leading to a fascinating societal commentary .

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 180 reviews

story8 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game provides a unique and immersive experience, blending humor and deep themes that resonate with players.
Many players found joy and hope through the game, using it as a means to cope with personal struggles and reconnect with loved ones.
Despite the language barrier, the visuals and character designs were praised for their creativity and appeal.

The game is primarily in Russian, making it inaccessible for non-Russian speakers and leading to confusion among players.
Critics argue that it lacks substantial gameplay, functioning more as an interactive e-book with poorly written dialogue.
The overall quality of the game is seen as low, with many players expressing disappointment in its technical execution and lack of engaging content.

story
24 mentions
33 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The story is characterized by its intriguing plot filled with enigmas and mysterious characters, though some reviewers noted a repetitive narrative that lacks novelty. Many highlighted a moral about perseverance in the face of adversity, while others found the ending to be sad and reminiscent of biblical themes. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising the humor and depth, while others felt disengaged from the storyline.
- “Very interesting story, with a lot of enigmas and mysterious characters.”
- “Story was really interesting and great.”
- “Ending of this story was sad.”
- “It's always the same story.”
- “Hardly a success story, gamers just weren't all that interested in the e-book.”
- “Not sure if that was the actual story, but if it is, I can see why it was compared to that of the 'bible'.”
graphics
18 mentions
22 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their lackluster 2D visuals, which are described as simplistic and poorly executed, resembling pixelated photos rather than engaging artwork. Despite claims of epic anime graphics, the actual presentation falls short, with many reviewers comparing it unfavorably to classic games like Pac-Man and Space Invaders. Overall, the visual quality is deemed inadequate, with little room for improvement through available settings.
- “Think of the most epic anime graphics, then crank it up to over 9000.”
- “A good spiritual experience and great graphics.”
- “The visuals are stunning and immersive.”
- “While there are options to change the resolution for the game, all this does is scale up the simplistic 2D art assets used to make the game, which makes little or no difference to the graphics quality.”
- “Without any other substantial graphics tweaks, it's not possible for gamers to improve the lackluster 2D visuals.”
- “While the artwork itself, while mediocre, might be considered passable, the visual presentation here is negligible; it might as well be a slideshow or a YouTube video.”
humor
14 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is a blend of South Park-style wit and deeper, thought-provoking themes, often prompting players to pause and reflect. Characters are described as funny and relatable, with standout moments that elicit genuine laughter, such as absurd scenarios and quirky character traits. Overall, the humor is well-received, enhancing the game's appeal and narrative coherence.
- “It's the perfect mix of South Park-style humor and deep, thought-provoking themes that'll have you pausing mid-game just to say, 'whoa.' 🤯📺”
- “I liked all of the funny and relatable characters in this game, but I have to say that my favorite character throughout this whole game was 'porn-actor'.”
- “Funny humor and the plot makes sense.”
gameplay
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this visual/interactive novel is criticized for lacking any significant interactive elements, primarily consisting of clicking through poorly written dialogue, which detracts from the overall experience. Players can expect minimal engagement beyond reading.
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print.”
- “This game contains only reading, no gameplay.”
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print.”
music
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its calming and soothing qualities, providing players with a sense of relaxation and reassurance. Many users found it effective in creating a peaceful atmosphere that enhances their overall experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music, long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books to be tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where each sentence requires a mouse click, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative. This repetitive clicking interrupts the flow of the story, making it feel laborious rather than engaging.
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, be that Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or 2001: A Space Odyssey or Twilight (if you have terrible taste in literature), but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”