Purgo box
- July 14, 2021
- rentaka
- 100h median play time
This game is an online multiplayer game created in RPG Tutool. Collect items, increase the heroine's sensitivity, and aim for the ending.
Reviews
- The game features incredible aesthetics, with a unique art style and a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that captivates players.
- It offers a vast world filled with secrets and exploration, making it a fun and immersive experience for those who enjoy surreal and experimental gameplay.
- The music and sound design are highly praised, contributing to the overall ambiance and enhancing the player's experience.
- Many players find the gameplay mechanics confusing and difficult to navigate, leading to frustration and a lack of direction.
- The translation quality is poor, with unfinished text that detracts from the overall experience for non-native speakers.
- Some players feel that the game can be overwhelming and mentally taxing, with disturbing themes that may not be suitable for everyone.
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are highly praised for their unique and striking art style, which combines drawings and photo manipulation to create a nightmarish aesthetic. Players appreciate the incredible visuals and the immersive world, although some feel that the gameplay does not match the quality of the graphics. Overall, the art style is a standout feature that enhances the game's atmosphere.
“Awesome visuals and music and a huge world.”
“The visuals are a mash-up of drawings and photo manipulation resulting in some nightmarish collages.”
“The visuals are a mash-up of drawings and photo manipulation, resulting in some nightmarish collages.”
“I love the art style of the game and how just straight messed up it is.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unique style, surreal art, and immersive qualities, creating a blend of mystery and emotional depth. Reviewers highlight the sketchy characters and the overall feeling of loneliness and claustrophobia, making it a compelling experience for those who appreciate artistic and atmospheric storytelling.
“The art, atmosphere, and music alone are worth recommending to anyone as a pleasant wander through a series of surreal art pieces with visual novel elements.”
“Super immersive and atmospheric.”
“I think the developer nailed the atmosphere; it's kind of lonely, disturbing, and even claustrophobic.”
“It's got style and atmosphere and mystery; I just couldn't get into it myself.”
“Absolutely in love with the sketchy characters and atmosphere!”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay is polarizing; while some players find it unenjoyable, others appreciate its depth and complexity, particularly in its esoteric mechanics and diverse systems like turn-based combat and home ownership. Those willing to invest time may discover new areas and characters, enhancing their overall experience.
“For players with a little patience for esoteric mechanics and mystery, the game gradually reveals considerable depth in both story and mechanics.”
“I have spent considerably more than 3 hours on the game and am still discovering new areas, characters, and entire gameplay systems (turn-based combat, gambling, home ownership).”
“The gameplay feels clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game world.”
“The combat system is overly complicated and lacks clarity, which detracts from the overall experience.”
“I found the mechanics to be confusing and poorly explained, leading to a steep learning curve that is not enjoyable.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its diversity, featuring both eerie dark ambient tracks and soothing instrumental pieces that enhance the overall atmosphere. Reviewers commend the soundtrack as a significant highlight, contributing to the immersive experience of exploring the game's surreal world.
“The art, atmosphere, and music alone are worth recommending to anyone as a pleasant wander through a series of surreal art pieces with visual novel elements.”
“The music composed by the developer is diverse and features genuinely creepy dark ambience, as well as chill instrumental tracks that are great even on their own.”
“Hats off to you, Rentaka; amazing music too.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
“The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, detracting from the overall experience.”
“The music is forgettable and fails to leave a lasting impression, which is disappointing for a game that relies heavily on its audio.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its depth and emotional resonance, particularly in the master quest of Dark Souls, which unfolds gradually and rewards players who are willing to engage with its esoteric mechanics. The narrative is intricately woven into the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience for those who appreciate a rich, mysterious storyline.
“For players with a little patience for esoteric mechanics and mystery, the game gradually reveals considerable depth in both story and mechanics.”
“The master quest in Dark Souls, after you complete it for the first time (and also after you purchase the $30 expansion pack), is simply one of the best.”
“Who provides many of the emotional beats that the Dark Souls story has to offer.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving players feeling disconnected from the story.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver the emotional impact that was promised.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Many players express a strong enjoyment of the game, even those who typically do not favor grinding mechanics, indicating that the grinding aspect is either well-integrated or rewarding enough to appeal to a broader audience.
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is significantly driven by its narrative, with characters playing a crucial role in delivering impactful moments that enhance the overall dark and immersive storytelling experience.
“The game provides many of the emotional beats that the Dark Souls story has to offer.”
“The characters' struggles and triumphs resonate deeply, making every victory feel earned and every loss profoundly felt.”
“The haunting soundtrack and atmospheric design amplify the emotional weight of the narrative, drawing players into a world filled with sorrow and hope.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by the newly updated character Mildred Maneater, whose funny and endearing dialogue, such as "why am I always cleaning up after you boys," adds a lighthearted touch, especially in the context of her powerful abilities against male characters.
“The newly updated Mildred Maneater is simply a bonus; her newly recorded dialogue is funny and endearing. 'Why am I always cleaning up after you boys?' is such a hilarious line, especially when she's capable of one-shotting all the bosses if you're playing as a male.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch! The witty banter between characters keeps the gameplay light and entertaining.”
“I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously. The absurd situations and clever jokes had me laughing out loud!”