PRIM
- October 23, 2024
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Get on itch.io StoreIn "PRIM," Thanatos, the Angel of Death, is preoccupied with his teenage daughter Prim who appears in the Land of the Dead each night. Prim has strange abilities, causing unusual occurrences, and Thanatos must navigate these challenges while also dealing with typical father-daughter issues in this action-adventure game. The outcome of their relationship and the afterlife hangs in the balance.
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Reviews
- The game features charming artwork and character designs reminiscent of Tim Burton, creating a visually appealing experience.
- Puzzles are logical and well-crafted, providing a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult, making it accessible for players of various skill levels.
- The story is engaging and infused with humor, balancing darker themes with lighthearted moments, which resonates well with players.
- The game has a limited number of locations to explore, which can feel restrictive and disappointing for players seeking a more expansive adventure.
- A mandatory card mini-game has been criticized for being frustrating and poorly explained, detracting from the overall experience.
- Some players found the main character's voice acting to be off-putting, which affected their enjoyment of the game.
- story18 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, praised for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, with some moments that resonate strongly with players. While it draws inspiration from Terry Pratchett's "Mort" and balances themes of loss with humor, some players find it predictable and not fully developed. The integration of gameplay elements, such as a mandatory card mini-game, has received mixed feedback, impacting the overall experience.
“The story is beautifully told and has its emotional and profound moments.”
“It combines beautiful graphics, intelligent puzzles and a touching story to create an unforgettable experience.”
“The story manages to balance the underlying sadness of why everything happened in the first place with the indomitable spirit of the creature known as teenager.”
“Gameplay is very simple, even by point-and-click standards, and the story is okay, predictable, and not very well fleshed out.”
“Any good parts of the game are outweighed by the absolutely horrible card minigame which you must play quite a bit to progress the story.”
“The story is clearly inspired by Pratchett's 'Mort', where Death adopts a daughter.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and unique art style, heavily inspired by Tim Burton and reminiscent of classic aesthetics with a modern twist. Players appreciate the beautiful character and environment designs, as well as the cinematic quality of the visuals, which enhance the overall experience. While some note a slight inconsistency with the art styles of the narrators, the overall artistic presentation contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
“The aesthetics are very Tim Burton-esque, with a dash of inspiration from the Addams Family.”
“It combines beautiful graphics, intelligent puzzles, and a touching story to create an unforgettable experience.”
“No need to go on and on about absolutely stunning visuals; they can speak for themselves, but it’s worth noting the cinematic caliber of just about every element here.”
“The graphic style is reminiscent of days gone by, but always with a hint of 2024.”
“The first is the three narrators for the game have a completely different art style that just feels really weird when I see them.”
“The aesthetics are very Tim Burton-y, with a dash of inspiration from the Addams Family.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as charming and lighthearted, reminiscent of classic titles like "Monkey Island" and "Discworld." It effectively balances emotional themes with comedic elements, creating a unique experience that is both touching and funny, enhanced by its whimsical Tim Burton-inspired art style. Overall, the humor is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“Prim is a very charmingly illustrated and funny point & click adventure about the titular daughter of death.”
“The gameplay, inventory and map system, and its lighthearted humor make this game feel very much like a Monkey Island game.”
“The game has a ton of humor and a beautiful Tim Burton art style.”
- music8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, providing an enjoyable orchestral backdrop that complements the atmosphere, though it lacks standout tracks. Reviewers appreciate the high-quality audio and unobtrusive soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience without being overly memorable. Overall, the music, along with the art and voice acting, contributes positively to the game's appeal.
“The writing is good, the puzzles are fair, and the art (illustrations, animations, music) is great.”
“The soundtrack is this unobtrusive top-shelf stuff that you could easily hear when the credits roll on the big screen.”
“The music, the art, and the voice acting are just spot on.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and reminiscent of classic point-and-click titles, featuring solid mechanics, an engaging inventory and map system, and a whimsical art style inspired by Tim Burton. While the story is somewhat predictable and underdeveloped, the game's lighthearted humor and dark comedy elements enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre. Overall, it has received a rating of 7/10.
“Solid point and click mechanics in place, great audio and a good soundtrack, and best of all, an amazing art style heavily inspired by Tim Burton.”
“Gameplay is very simple, even by point-and-click standards, and the story is okay, predictable, and not very well fleshed out.”
“The gameplay, inventory and map system, and its lighthearted humor make this game feel very much like a Monkey Island game.”
“Can't wait to keep playing and see what happens myself, but you seriously won't regret this one if you like dark comedy, point-and-click gameplay, and the aesthetic of Tim Burton.”
- emotional5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its beautifully told story that blends emotional depth with humor, creating a heartwarming and unforgettable experience. Its combination of stunning graphics, intelligent puzzles, and a touching narrative evokes a range of feelings, making it a polished and charming adventure from start to finish.
“The story is beautifully told and has its emotional and profound moments.”
“It combines beautiful graphics, intelligent puzzles, and a touching story to create an unforgettable experience.”
“Excellent point-and-click - heartwarming, beautiful, polished, and charming from start to finish.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features charming black and white art with cartoonish character designs, and it excels in portraying a strong coming-of-age narrative that emphasizes self-discovery and character development.
“It's a very delightful game with strong coming-of-age character development as well as self-discovery.”
“The black and white art is super pretty, and I really like the cartoony character designs.”
