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Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch

92%Game Brain Score
humor, story
gameplay, grinding
92% User Score Based on 71 reviews

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Druid apprentice Jase isn’t quite ready for his final exams tomorrow, so he does what any self-respecting student would do: break into the dean’s office for something to give him a little boost. An adventure game with sarcastic British humor and classic, hand-drawn art.

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Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot
Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot
Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot
Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot
Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot
Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot
Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot
Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch screenshot

92%
Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews
humor16 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game features charming graphics and animations, reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures, which many players found appealing.
  • The writing is clever and humorous, with engaging dialogue that resonates well with fans of British comedy.
  • The puzzles are enjoyable and well-designed, providing a good balance of challenge without being overly difficult.
  • The demo is quite short, lasting only about an hour, which left some players wanting more content.
  • Voice acting quality is inconsistent, with some performances lacking emotion, making the game feel flat at times.
  • There are technical issues, such as text display problems and inventory management quirks, which detracted from the overall experience.
  • humor
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its clever and witty dialogue, particularly appreciating the British humor and its integration with engaging puzzles. However, some players found the humor hit-or-miss, with a few expressing disappointment in the overall comedic execution and story depth. Overall, while the game features enjoyable and funny elements, opinions on its effectiveness vary significantly among players.

    • “Wonderfully funny and clever - I loved it - wish there was more, will follow this project.”
    • “The dialogues are witty, funny, and a bit cynical (which I love).”
    • “I really liked this game, the puzzles were intriguing and kept me entertained, the dialogue was genuinely funny and engaging which was all a nice surprise as I was incredibly bored and just looking for anything to kill an hour.”
    • “The dialogues are supposed to be funny, but they often fall flat.”
    • “I expected a lot of humor, but most of the jokes just missed the mark.”
    • “The attempts at humor feel forced and rarely elicit a genuine laugh.”
  • story
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Plot of the Druid - Nightwatch" has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the initial premise and British humor, while others found the narrative weak and underdeveloped. Many noted the game's potential and expressed hope for a more engaging plot in the full release, highlighting its classic point-and-click adventure style and decent voice acting. Overall, it seems to be a promising teaser that leaves players eager for more.

    • “You can really see the love that was put into this teaser, the idea, the story, everything is really awesome.”
    • “I had no real hope of finding a worthwhile distraction, but then I stumbled upon Plot of the Druid - the only issue is that I really want to see what other messes Jase gets into, but the main game apparently isn't out till next year, which is deeply distressing.”
    • “Nightwatch is a beefy, sweet introduction to the world of Plot of the Druid.”
    • “I found no humor in it at all and the story is weak - I'm not sure why I finished it actually, I was going to abort, but kept thinking 'something good will happen soon', but it never did.”
    • “I love British humor, but this just felt a little hit and miss in that department and I think that some of the motivations and story elements were either not well thought out or perhaps not expanded on enough.”
    • “Other than that the story was okay, the voice acting and joke references were pretty good, though it was kind of short.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their stunning visuals, hand-drawn backgrounds, and unique art style, which diverges from the typical reliance on 3D graphics. While many users appreciate the overall aesthetic and find it visually appealing, some note inconsistencies in the art styles and suggest that certain aspects could use improvement. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay experience, enhancing the puzzles and character interactions.

    • “I really enjoyed this, stunning graphics, brilliant voice acting and some really good puzzles. To me, this is like the kebab of a demo, meaning I really got a full taste of what's to come and not a piddly little mouthful.”
    • “I really liked the hand-drawn backgrounds and sprites, but I do feel like there's two art styles being used at the same time.”
    • “The controls were easy to handle, the graphics are very nice, the dialogs are funny and the trick with the hat was hilarious.”
    • “I really liked the hand-drawn backgrounds and sprites, but I do feel like there are two art styles being used at the same time.”
    • “This is different from most games today that rely too much on 3D, virtual/moving graphics (which all make me seasick).”
    • “The graphics need a bit of work.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features decent mechanics, including a character-switching puzzle-solving element, but is criticized for being slow and less engaging. While the inventory system could use improvement, the game is still recommended for its enjoyable puzzles, appealing art style, and humorous characters.

    • “Having to switch between characters to solve a puzzle is a good mechanic.”
    • “I'd recommend this game; it is a good game with nice puzzles, a nice art style, funny characters, and pleasant gameplay.”
    • “The overall gameplay is fairly slow and it didn't keep my interest at all.”
    • “The mechanics in this game are decent, but I disliked the inventory a bit.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, with users reporting no significant glitches or issues. The mechanics, including the ability to switch between characters, function smoothly, contributing to a positive gameplay experience.

    • “This is a well-done game; everything works smoothly, with no glitches. I really like the idea of swapping between a person and an animal to solve puzzles.”
    • “The game runs flawlessly, providing a stable experience that enhances the overall enjoyment.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it allows me to focus on the story and puzzles without any interruptions.”
  • grinding
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find grinding manageable when they have clear objectives and know where to use items, but it becomes tedious and frustrating when they are left to randomly experiment with inventory items due to a lack of guidance.

    • “If you always know where things need to go or be used, then it's not a big deal. But if you are randomly trying an inventory item because you're not quite sure where it should go, then it gets tedious and annoying.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again just to level up, which quickly becomes boring.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as pleasant, appropriate, and inoffensive, complementing the overall experience without being distracting.

    • “The artwork is good, the puzzles are logical and solvable (apart from one - so far), and the music is pleasant, appropriate, and inoffensive.”

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