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Pre-Shave

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66%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
gameplay, monetization
83% User Score Based on 30 reviews

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Pre-Shave is a single player casual hack and slash game with a comedy theme. It was developed by saampahlavan and was released on August 21, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Pre-shave - a game by Saam Pahlavan Music by M.James Short Originally created for #WineTastingJam - Thank you to Josh Squires and Nina Freeman for hosting the jam. Made in Unreel Pre-shave is a personal game about grooming yourself as a brown man. Warning: This game contains foul language and man nipples. Mac users if you're having an issue running the game, then move the game file outside its cu…

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • Pre-Shave offers a unique and humorous take on the shaving simulator genre, providing a fun and engaging experience.
  • The game features a simple yet appealing art style, and the controls are easy to learn, making it accessible for casual gamers.
  • It's free to play and allows players to quickly earn achievements, making it a great option for those looking for short, entertaining gameplay.
  • The game suffers from poor controls and wacky physics, making it frustrating to pick up the right items during gameplay.
  • With a very short playtime and limited content, players may find themselves bored after just a few minutes.
  • The overall quality of the game feels low, resembling a demo or art project rather than a fully developed game.
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are a mix of retro MS Paint aesthetics, which some users find charming and unique, while others view it as outdated. Overall, the art style is described as simple yet funny, with many players appreciating its distinctiveness and mechanics.

    • “The concept and art style is simple yet unique and funny.”
    • “Great art style.”
    • “Nice free game, I liked the graphics and the mechanics.”
    • “They chose to use obsolete retro MS Paint 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “☼ graphics ☼”
  • humor
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its simple yet unique art style and quirky concepts that elicit laughter. However, some players feel that while the humor is amusing, it may not be engaging enough for long-term play, often leading to a quick completion for achievements before uninstalling.

    • “The concept and art style is simple yet unique and funny.”
    • “Weird but kinda funny.”
    • “Funny concept.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is characterized by a frustrating control scheme that detracts from the experience, leading to boredom after a short period. While some players appreciate the graphics and mechanics, the overall engagement seems limited, making it feel more like a novelty than a compelling game.

    • “Nice free game, I liked the graphics and the mechanics.”
    • “Gameplay consists of wrestling with a deliberately bad control scheme in an effort to remove some of the hair and do basic hygiene.”
    • “You'll be bored after 10 minutes of gameplay.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is entirely free, which contrasts with the common criticism of games made with Gamemaker Studio being perceived as low-effort cash grabs.

    • “Very often, game maker studios are used to create shovelware and lazy cash grabs, although in this case, the game is completely free.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is often praised for its engaging and immersive quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the diverse soundtrack, which complements various game environments and moods effectively. However, some users feel that certain tracks could be more memorable or varied.

  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is often highlighted for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, drawing players into a rich and immersive world. Many reviews praise the plot's depth and emotional resonance, while some note occasional pacing issues. Overall, the storytelling is considered a strong point that enhances the overall gaming experience.

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Pre-Shave is a casual hack and slash game with comedy theme.

Pre-Shave is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Pre-Shave was released on August 21, 2020.

Pre-Shave was developed by saampahlavan.

Pre-Shave has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Pre-Shave is a single player game.

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