One-Eyed Lee and the Dinner Party
- December 18, 2019
- DarkChibiShadow
Help Lee and Beracus escape with their lives from inside a haunted, cult filled bunker! Casual point and click gameplay with a focus on story and character development.
Reviews
- The art style is charming and visually appealing, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.
- The game features interesting characters and a captivating story that keeps players invested.
- Puzzles are satisfying to solve, and the game includes great accessibility options.
- The game is quite short, with limited content that can be completed in a few minutes.
- The dialogue lacks depth and humor, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The ending is perceived as boring and tedious, leaving players wanting more substance.
- story18 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story has received positive feedback for its engaging characters and intriguing relationships, particularly between Beracus and Lee, which draws players into the narrative. While some players noted a desire for more lore and felt the initial dialogue-heavy introduction detracted from gameplay, they ultimately appreciated the depth of the story and are eager for future installments to expand on the hints presented. Overall, the art and storytelling are well-regarded, with many expressing excitement for potential sequels.
“The art looks great and these characters are extremely well thought out. The relationship between Beracus and Lee is truly interesting, and the way the player is just plopped right in the middle of their story works extremely well.”
“I'm super engaged in the story now and can't wait to see a sequel if you get around to it. I'd love to know what the heck is going on in Beracus' town.”
“Absolutely worth the price, and I'm interested to see where the story goes from here. Hopefully, it will be continued somewhere in the near future!”
“Storywise, the game hints at a lot, but doesn't actually deliver any of it.”
“At first, I was bothered by how much dialogue and little gameplay the introduction had, but later appreciated it more due to the fascinating story.”
“Absolutely worth the price, and I'm interested to see where the story goes from here; hopefully, it will be continued somewhere in the near future!”
- graphics10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their gorgeous and unique art style, featuring beautiful visuals and impressive character design. Players appreciate the cute aesthetic and the retro midi-sounding music that complements the overall experience, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“This game has amazing character design and beautiful visuals.”
“The art style is gorgeous and beautiful.”
“Good quick little adventure game with good writing and a fantastic and unique art style.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay initially features a heavy emphasis on dialogue, which some players found off-putting, but many later appreciated this approach for its contribution to the engaging story and character development. Overall, the combination of gameplay and narrative elements has been well-received, highlighting the game's strong storytelling.
“Characters, gameplay, and the whole story are amazing!”
“At first, I was bothered by how much dialogue and little gameplay the introduction had, but later appreciated it more due to the fascinating story.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its retro midi sound, which complements the art style effectively, creating an enjoyable and nostalgic atmosphere.
“I like the art style, and the retro MIDI-sounding music was fantastic.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is perceived as lacking, with some users suggesting that if the dialogue were genuinely funny, it could enhance the overall experience.
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lacking engagement, with many describing it as boring and requiring minimal thought. This repetitive nature detracts from the overall experience, particularly towards the end of the game.
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making the game more of a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
“I found myself stuck in a loop of grinding that took away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
“The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the fun.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game features impressive character design and stunning visuals, there is little mention of character development in terms of narrative depth or growth throughout the gameplay. Overall, the focus seems to be more on aesthetics rather than the evolution of characters.