Phucker in the Gulag

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It's a nice sunny day at Syringe Beach and roided up beefster Ryukaze and his wise old friend Orcmaster Jones are soaking up the rays and oogling at the babes. Their life of luxury is soon interrupted however when an old acquaintance bursts into their lives with an offer they simply can not refuse.

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Single-Player

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 181 reviews

story14 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game features a gripping and emotional story that leaves a lasting impact on players, often evoking strong feelings.
It is praised for its unique humor and bizarre, yet coherent, storytelling that provides a fun and entertaining experience.
The game has high replayability with multiple endings and engaging characters, making it a memorable experience for players.

Many reviews criticize the game's poor graphics and technical issues, suggesting it feels more like a low-quality browser game.
Some players found the humor to be off-putting or not to their taste, leading to a lack of enjoyment.
There are complaints about the game's length and pacing, with some feeling it was not worth their time or lacked meaningful choices.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
42%
10%
The game's story is widely praised for its depth, emotional impact, and engaging characters, with many players noting its ability to evoke strong feelings ranging from laughter to tears. The narrative features multiple branching paths and endings, enhancing replay value and allowing for a unique experience with each playthrough. Overall, it is described as a storytelling masterpiece that combines humor, relatable themes, and stunning artwork, making it a standout in the gaming landscape.
- “Amazing story, it made me cry... I hope you guys are making these games forever; it helps to open our eyes to society.”
- “An absolute storytelling masterpiece has been created, and I shall cherish this game until my death.”
- “With three endings, lovable characters, and vivid storytelling, this is the most amazing piece of entertainment on the planet.”
- “It's sort of an interactive story but choices don't affect the outcome much anyway.”
- “The story will have you laughing and crying as Ryukaze looks to pursue romantic interests, and the end will have you in tears.”
- “Their story is something I think everyone can relate to.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, while others feel it leans towards randomness and crude jokes that may not resonate with everyone. Many reviewers appreciate the game's effort to prioritize humor, describing it as a meme fest that elicits childish laughter, though some criticize it for being boring or relying on clichés. Overall, it seems to cater to those with a specific taste in humor, particularly fans of quirky and irreverent storytelling.
- “This game has genuinely funny moments.”
- “To be honest, this game is extremely funny, and all the clichés just make it better!”
- “I've had this game for a while, and all I can say is it is funny, enjoyable, and just straight up a meme fest.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning artwork and high-quality visuals that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticize the lack of resolution options and low-resolution graphics that detract from the overall quality. Despite these issues, many players find the art style mesmerizing and the graphical fidelity impressive.
- “A deep, intriguing storyline, and absolutely gorgeous artwork.”
- “This game is fantastic, the soundtrack is gorgeous and the art style is mesmerizing.”
- “The pure graphical fidelity was truly inspiring.”
- “There's no options to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- “Graphics are too low-res; at 1440p, pixelation is hard.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players reporting profound experiences that evoke tears and deep feelings. The touching narrative, centered around the lovable protagonist Ryu, effectively explores themes of societal issues, leading to moments of both distress and joy. Overall, the story resonates strongly with players, leaving a lasting impact.
- “Amazing story; it made me cry. I hope you guys are making these games forever, as it helps to open our eyes to society.”
- “Merely launching it sent me into a fit; I cried actual tears.”
- “The main character is lovable, and the story is heart-wrenching.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of games made with Gamemaker Studio is often criticized for resulting in low-quality, retro-style titles that contribute to a cluttered marketplace. While many games are free, the overall lack of quality raises concerns about their impact on platforms like Steam.
- “The game is free, which means this isn't some kind of cash grab or a scam, but the quality is so deplorably low that this is just polluting the Steam store, which in itself is harmful.”
- “Gamemaker Studio is often used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game boasts exceptional replayability, with players highlighting its lovable characters, engaging dialogue, and multiple branching story paths that ensure each playthrough feels unique. Many users report spending hundreds of hours exploring different outcomes, underscoring the game's lasting appeal.
- “After over a hundred hours and hundreds of playthroughs, I can happily say that I have never played a game with this much replayability before.”
- “This game has lovable characters, interesting dialogue, and multiple branching story paths, so each game is different, which gives it so much replay value.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
The gameplay is relatively short, lasting about 30 minutes if players skip the dialogue, suggesting a focus on quick, engaging interactions rather than extensive content.
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes.”
- “30 minutes of gameplay if you don't read the dialogue.”
- “The gameplay is lacking depth and feels repetitive.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Ryukaze's character development is highlighted as a standout feature, with players praising the depth and progression of his character across the games.
- “Ryukaze has actual character development throughout the game, and it's amazing.”
- “The depth of character development in this game is truly impressive, making each character feel real and relatable.”
- “I love how the characters evolve based on the choices I make, adding a personal touch to their development.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's music is highly praised, with users highlighting the gorgeous soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, complemented by a mesmerizing art style.
- “This game is fantastic; the soundtrack is gorgeous and the art style is mesmerizing.”

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