Public Defense Corp
- December 4, 2020
- Clymenia
Get on SteamIn Public Defense Corp, players protect Japan in 20XX against the evil Jakou society in mech battles that damage cities. Players can choose from various private defense firms to fight Jakou and save the country. Haruka, the protagonist, seeks revenge after witnessing her hometown's destruction by Jakou.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The artwork and visuals are impressive, showcasing Clymenia's signature style.
- The corruption mechanics are engaging, with a satisfying progression that rewards players for completing stages.
- The game is reasonably priced for the content it offers, making it a decent choice for fans of the genre.
- The combat system is overly simplistic and repetitive, leading to a grindy experience.
- There is a lack of variety in enemies and missions, which can make gameplay feel tedious.
- The absence of voice acting and a poor user interface detracts from the overall experience.
- story23 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally considered average, with a straightforward narrative that lacks depth and motivation for the main character. While it features some unique themes and dark elements, many players find the plot to be repetitive and the pacing abrupt, leading to a sense of boredom during gameplay. Overall, the story is easy to follow but does not stand out significantly from typical genre offerings.
“The story doesn’t take itself too seriously, but it has a few dark edges to it.”
“Both the story theme and the combat gameplay are notably different from most other titles in the genre, in a good way.”
“Story, gameplay, and lewd elements are all quite original, especially when compared to your average ditzy-adventurer-saves-the-world kind of game.”
“The character herself doesn't really end up with a great motivation, I think, but sheer player boredom and wanting to accelerate her combat growth as fast as possible definitely makes the case for 'go do more scenes, gain that rep.'”
“Art was good, but repetitive; the story fizzled out pretty quickly, but fighting was good.”
“Unless you want the story filled with wholesome (read: boring as hell) content straight out of a mainstream anime.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it simplistic and grindy, particularly due to a lack of enemy variety and challenge. However, others appreciate the refreshing mechanics and unique story themes, noting that while the combat may be easy, it stands out from typical titles in the genre. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a weak point for some, while others enjoy its minimalism and originality.
“Despite the minimalistic game mechanics, PBC’s gameplay feels remarkably refreshing.”
“Both the story theme and the combat gameplay are notably different from most other titles in the genre, in a good way.”
“The combat portion isn't as tedious as other games; once you figure out combat and progression, the gameplay is really easy.”
“As always, I'm a fan of pregnancy mechanics, but the lack of enemy variety and challenge made the gameplay grindy.”
“7/10 gameplay was awful, dragged it down.”
“And no matter if you are looking for gameplay or the h, you can find better for the same money from both Clymenia and Kagura games.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their high quality and appealing artwork, particularly from Clymenia, enhancing the overall experience despite the simplicity of the gameplay. While the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they contribute positively to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment. Overall, players appreciate the combination of good graphics with straightforward mechanics and engaging themes.
“The mecha gameplay may not be my thing, but the artwork and visuals from Clymenia never disappoint.”
“Nice artwork from Clymenia, with a simple storyline and easy combat mechanics.”
“What I like about this game is the corruption theme, enjoyable simple storyline, good graphics, and robots.”
“The mecha gameplay is not my thing, but the art and visuals of Clymenia never disappoint.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow, tedious, and repetitive, with a lack of enemy variety and challenge contributing to the monotony. While some appreciate the ease of combat once mastered, many feel that the time spent grinding could be better invested in more engaging experiences, such as an MMO. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant drawback.
“The combat portion isn't as tedious as in other games; once you figure out the mechanics and progression, the gameplay becomes really enjoyable.”
“Grinding in this game feels rewarding, as each level up brings a noticeable improvement to my character's abilities.”
“I appreciate how the grinding system is designed to keep me engaged, with plenty of rewards and new challenges to tackle along the way.”
“It's slow, tedious, and extremely repetitive.”
“You would be better off putting the time this game requires for grinding into an actual MMO or something that you'd enjoy.”
“As always, I'm a fan of pregnancy mechanics, but the lack of enemy variety and challenge made the gameplay grindy.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for deeper emotional engagement in games, criticizing overly wholesome narratives as uninteresting and advocating for more complex, intense storytelling that evokes stronger feelings.
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; it was a rollercoaster of feelings that I never expected.”
“This game made me feel a connection to the characters that I haven't experienced in a long time.”
“The emotional moments were so powerful that they resonated with me long after I finished playing.”
