Physical Exorcism: Case 01
- October 31, 2018
- Meijin Zhu / 五月梅花落
Get on SteamWhen the two exorcists, Brucie and Jade, were starving to death, a high school student named Lucy was kind enough to share food with them and hire them to protect her friend from an evil spirit. However, it turns out that the spirit has an unusual past.
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Reviews
- The game features an interesting story that explores bullying from a unique angle, making it engaging despite its short length.
- The characters are well-developed and their interactions are enjoyable, adding depth to the overall experience.
- The combat system has some promising ideas and is polished, with skills and abilities that have meaningful connections to the story.
- The game is very short, with some players feeling it lacks depth and content compared to other entries in the series.
- The localization is poorly done, leading to awkward dialogues and a lack of coherence in the story.
- Combat can feel basic and unbalanced, with some skills not functioning as intended, making it frustrating for players.
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and emotionally impactful, while others criticize it as boring and cliché, lacking significant twists. Despite its self-aware humor regarding its own tropes, the narrative is seen as poorly written by some, though the integration of character abilities with the story adds depth for others. Overall, the game's narrative elements evoke a range of responses, from enjoyment to disappointment.
“I especially liked the story.”
“The menu is more detailed than expected, as well as the battle system being polished; meaning, a lot of love was given to this game that the player is more likely to enjoy.”
“The story is pretty boring with no twists and turns.”
“As for the story, it's cliché and poorly written. The characters in-game even joke about the cliché story. Being self-aware doesn't excuse the flaws, dev.”
“The story revolves around them taking on a case related to a guy that killed himself in mysterious circumstances.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as enjoyable and classic for an RPG, featuring a well-told story. A unique sanity mechanic adds depth, requiring players to manage a sanity bar that influences spellcasting and can lead to unpredictable character behavior when depleted.
“The story is well-told and the gameplay, while classic for an RPG, is enjoyable.”
“There's also a little sanity mechanic in there, always an interesting addition in my opinion, which is based on a sanity bar (we could think of it as a mana bar, as it is also used to cast 'spells') that drives your character insane when it is depleted, forcing it to attack random targets including your own characters. This adds an extra layer of strategy, making you worry not only about your health but also about managing the amount of spells you use to avoid insanity.”
“The gameplay is enjoyable, even if it's classic for an RPG.”
“The mechanics feel outdated and lack innovation.”
“The controls are clunky and make the experience frustrating.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the emotional depth of the game, highlighting the wholesome interactions between the main characters as a key element that enhances their overall experience.
“The main characters are incredibly wholesome, and I love witnessing their interactions.”
“The emotional depth of the story really resonated with me, making me feel connected to the characters.”
“I was moved by the heartfelt moments throughout the game, which added a profound layer to the experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game features some amusing moments and creative ideas, complemented by appealing art; however, many users feel it doesn't justify the price of $2.99.
