Open World Game: the Open World Game

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Open World Game: the Open World Game is a single player open world role playing game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by Morning Person Games and was released on November 19, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,141 reviews

story98 positive mentions

grinding40 negative mentions

The game is a clever satire of open-world RPGs, poking fun at common tropes and mechanics.
It's a quick and easy game to complete, taking about 1-2 hours for 100% completion, making it a fun time-waster.
The journal entries are humorous and filled with references to other games, adding depth to the experience.

The gameplay is overly simplistic, consisting mainly of moving an arrow around a map and pressing a few keys, which can become tedious.
The game lacks substantial content and depth, making it feel more like a joke than a fully realized game.
While it's free, many players feel that the experience is not worth their time, as it doesn't offer much beyond the initial novelty.

story
304 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mix of humor and satire, often poking fun at traditional RPG tropes while still offering a surprisingly engaging narrative through journal entries and quest descriptions. Players appreciate the depth of lore and character relationships, though many note that the main storyline is brief and can be easily overlooked in favor of side quests and collectibles. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a highlight, with a blend of interesting quests and a light-hearted approach that resonates with players.
- “The story is incredible, and the quests were really fun!”
- “A masterpiece with such varied biomes, exciting gameplay, and in-depth story.”
- “The lore of the world and quests are amazingly deep.”
- “The story line was poor.”
- “The 'story' is over in a few minutes and then the rest of the game is just wandering around the map filling out a checklist.”
- “There is no story and no reason to continue.”
humor
171 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
99%
2%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever satire and playful jabs at common tropes found in open-world RPGs, with many players finding the journal entries and quest descriptions particularly amusing. While the initial comedic impact is strong, some reviewers noted that the humor can become repetitive and less engaging over time, leading to a mixed reception regarding its overall entertainment value. Overall, it offers a light-hearted experience that resonates well with fans of the genre, though its appeal may wane with extended play.
- “The game pokes fun at all the annoying and funny things that can happen when playing games.”
- “A very funny satire on open world games, filler quests, and some things bad with games.”
- “The humor and wit make this a wonderful game to play, and makes it so that you enjoy every moment.”
- “It's a parody game with unfunny writing.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than funny.”
gameplay
160 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this title is a minimalist parody of traditional open-world games, featuring extremely simplified mechanics that often reduce player interaction to moving a cursor and pressing a few buttons to complete quests. While some players appreciate the humor and commentary on the genre, many find the gameplay lacking depth and repetitive, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a unique experience that can be enjoyable for those seeking a light-hearted take on open-world mechanics.
- “The gameplay takes a backseat as you explore a rich world with tons to do and a fulfilling skill choice.”
- “The combat mechanics were amazing, locations looked great, quests were very fun to do, very human design.”
- “The gameplay is extraordinarily simple, yet addictive, but what really kept me going was the developers' brilliant and witty sense of humor and great writing.”
- “A parody of open-world games, but from a gameplay standpoint extremely lacking.”
- “This game is poorly made, lacks gameplay and replay value, and clearly is a parody of an actual open world game.”
- “The only difference is that the gameplay is boiled down to nothing, the graphics are flat 2D shapes, and the story takes a backseat in the form of your journal.”
graphics
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
46%
7%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their stunning quality and immersive detail, often comparing them favorably to AAA titles. While some reviews noted a simplistic art style, the overall consensus highlights the impressive visual fidelity, especially in expansive open-world settings, making it a standout feature of the game. However, a few critiques mention that the graphics may not meet the high expectations of PC gamers accustomed to top-tier visuals.
- “I have never seen graphics this good in any game before.”
- “Amazing graphics! I audibly gasped when I saw the sprawling expanses of the world with all of the stunning lifelike detail.”
- “The graphics are spectacular; every inch of the world is perfectly rendered in an audiovisual orgy of visual and sound effects.”
- “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
- “It clearly wasn't the graphics; this game has literally the bare minimum, and yet I'm still having a good time.”
- “The graphics are as simple as they could be, and it pulls you away from the oversaturated open world RPG market by showing you how little you are actually playing in those games.”
music
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received a mixed but generally positive reception, with many players praising its surprising quality and catchy motifs that enhance the gaming experience. While some found the soundtrack to be exceptional and immersive, others noted that it could become repetitive or lacked variety. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the atmosphere, making it enjoyable for both gameplay and relaxation.
- “The music is surprisingly good on its own, coming in with little catchy motifs for each of the areas you visit.”
- “The soundtrack is an absolute banger and I never had this much fun fishing in retail World of Warcraft.”
- “Astounding and beautiful soundtrack that changes as you progress in the game.”
- “In the music department, the game is lacking… there is some music, but it isn’t anything exceptional.”
- “Audio options are kind of limited and volume adjustment for music is either on or off which is unfortunate as the music volume is relatively loud; my only complaint here.”
- “The game doesn't even have music or sound effects, so I did it in silence.”
grinding
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
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The reviews highlight a mixed reception to the grinding aspect of the game, with many players finding it both tedious and humorous. While some appreciate the parody of traditional RPG grind mechanics and enjoy the dopamine rush from collecting, others feel that the grinding quickly becomes monotonous and detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a unique take on grinding, blending humor with a sense of productivity, but it may not appeal to those who dislike repetitive gameplay.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Finally, to give my opinion of the game out of 10, it would be a 9.5/10. If the ending wasn't as tedious as it was, it would have been a perfect game.”
- “Just a parody game with a grindy dopamine-feeding gameplay... relaxing but OCD... the jokes end after a few minutes and are on you when you continue playing.”
- “Progression is frightfully grindy; the entire base game can be 100%ed in a few hours, and the DLC's final boss (with 50 health bars!) is by himself a 1+ hour fight, with the whole hour spent playing the same arrow-match minigame that's long since grown tedious as you kill monsters to buff up.”
- “Gameplay was great until about the end where it felt so tedious to finish those last quests because I went for 100% completion.”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke a profound sense of accomplishment and satisfaction, often surpassing traditional RPGs. Players report experiencing a range of feelings, from heart-wrenching moments to wholesome interactions, with some quests leaving a lasting emotional impact. Overall, the game is praised for its engaging narrative and the emotional depth it brings to the player's journey.
- “This is undoubtedly the most physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding game I have ever played, but fear not!”
- “A masterstroke in brilliance and emotional impact, with a deeply engaging and thoroughly satisfying engagement cycle, intuitive and sensible world design, and a heartfelt and inspiring story about one pointer's harrowing quest to complete its bucket list.”
- “Some quests are very touching, as the one about the elf with fear of heights.”
- “The story felt incredibly dull and uninspired.”
- “I found the emotional moments to be lacking and unconvincing.”
- “The narrative failed to evoke any real feelings or connections.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews on replayability are mixed; while some players find the game to have great replay value due to achievements and varied gameplay, others criticize it for lacking depth and replayability, suggesting it may only appeal to speedrunners. Overall, the game's replayability seems to depend heavily on individual player preferences and play styles.
- “Adding achievements for beating them seems like it would encourage replayability.”
- “It's an amazing game with a ton of replay value.”
- “Great replay value.”
- “This game is poorly made, lacks gameplay and replay value, and clearly is a parody of an actual open world game.”
- “But sadly has no sort of replay value.”
- “Ending replayability.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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Overall, players appreciate the absence of microtransactions in the game, comparing it favorably to Ubisoft titles that often feature them. Some users express a desire for optional microtransactions, while others celebrate the game's lack of monetization as a refreshing change.
- “A very interesting take on the games we spend on any Ubisoft game, but without the unending microtransactions.”
- “It's like a Ubisoft sandbox, but without Uplay or microtransactions.”
- “There aren't even any microtransactions!”
- “Microtransactions spoiled the game.”
- “Uninstall, forget it exists and play bad cash grabs.”
- “You even can add microtransactions, because why the hell not?!”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Overall, the game's stability is praised, with users noting a lack of major bugs or glitches that disrupt gameplay. While a few minor issues and typos exist, they do not significantly detract from the experience, and the game runs smoothly even on older PCs. Players appreciate the care taken in development, resulting in a stable and enjoyable open-world adventure.
- “The graphics are A+ and the game runs great at ultra settings with absolutely no lag on my laptop.”
- “The game is not buggy or broken, and reading the journal entries is fun.”
- “The game still has a few glitches, but my only real complaint is the handful of typos, mostly in the sidequest text.”
- “There are no game-destroying glitches; however, there is a known one that can be a bit of an annoyance.”
- “A true open world adventure without any mind-breaking environment glitches or nasty online chat.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its exceptional optimization, allowing it to run smoothly on a variety of systems, even at ultra settings, without sacrificing graphical quality. Players report impressive performance, with frame rates consistently exceeding 200 fps, and commend the developers for their attention to detail and care in creating a visually stunning open-world experience.
- “What a phenomenal experience! I would not want this game to change in any way, shape, or form. There is such beauty in every tiny detail, yet the game remains fully optimized so that most computers can run and play this majestic artwork created by developers who finally care.”
- “Graphics are top notch and optimization is wonderful; I never dropped below 200 fps.”
- “+ Extremely good optimization; it runs smoothly on ultra settings on my laptop (GTX 965M, i7 6700HQ).”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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Character development is highly praised, with reviewers noting it as a standout feature of the story, earning a perfect score of 10/10. However, there are criticisms regarding the portrayal of female characters, suggesting that their designs may be unrealistic and influenced by male perspectives.
- “Character development 10/10”
- “Character development is a key aspect of any story and works well here.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users noting that the music and environmental design significantly enhance the experience, surpassing expectations for a joke game. The interactive gameplay further contributes to the immersive quality of the atmosphere.
- “The music and atmosphere are ten times better than they should be in joke games.”
- “I cannot thank the developers enough for creating such interactive gameplay and crafting such atmospheric environments to play in.”
- “The music and atmosphere are 10 times better than they should be in joke games.”

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Open World Game: the Open World Game is a open world role playing game with fantasy and comedy themes.

Open World Game: the Open World Game is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Open World Game: the Open World Game.

Open World Game: the Open World Game was released on November 19, 2019.

Open World Game: the Open World Game was developed by Morning Person Games.

Open World Game: the Open World Game has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Open World Game: the Open World Game is a single player game.

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