Randall
- June 6, 2017
- We The Force Studios
Randall is buggy, loose, and unresponsive, but worst of all a completely boring platformer that isn’t worth your time.
In a dystopian world that doesn't seem like such a departure from our own future, people are content living under constant surveillance and absolute control. Players take on the part of Randall, a powerful telepath with a touch of schizophrenia. His abilities allow him to control and play as every single character on screen, seamlessly swapping between them, exploiting every power that they have.
Reviews
- The art style is vibrant and features beautiful cutscenes.
- The fighting mechanics are enjoyable, striking a balance between challenge and accessibility for casual gamers.
- There are interesting ideas, such as the use of mind control abilities, that show potential for the game.
- The game suffers from numerous glitches and technical issues, making it frustrating to play.
- Platforming mechanics are overly precise and can feel clumsy, leading to a lack of enjoyment.
- The story and writing are incoherent, contributing to a dull overall experience.
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game "Randall" suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous glitches and bugs that disrupt gameplay and contribute to a frustrating experience. Players report that the game is not only unresponsive but also plagued by poor design choices, making it a tedious and unenjoyable platformer overall.
“When they work, mind control abilities are entertaining, but poor game design and game-breaking glitches make Randall a thoroughly unpleasant gaming experience.”
“Randall is buggy, loose, and unresponsive, but worst of all a completely boring platformer that isn’t worth your time.”
“[repetitive, dull gameplay, incoherent story, chock-full of glitches, minor technical issues]”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story in the game is widely criticized for being bland and incoherent, with many reviewers describing it as dull and unintelligible. Overall, it fails to engage players, contributing to a negative perception of the game's narrative quality.
“There are very few things that Randall gets right: the platforming is sloppy, the combat is dull, the story and writing are unintelligible, and the boss fights are unbearable.”
“Repetitive, dull gameplay, incoherent story, chock-full of glitches, minor technical issues.”
“Fighting system feels clumsy, platforming is too precise, story is bland.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their stunning art style, featuring beautiful cutscenes and vibrant colors that enhance the overall visual experience.
“The art style is awesome with really beautiful cutscenes and color.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the intense frustration players feel due to the character's overly sensitive controls, which can lead to unintended deaths, creating a heightened sense of tension and urgency.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for being repetitive and dull, with an incoherent story that detracts from the experience. Additionally, players have reported numerous glitches and minor technical issues that further hinder enjoyment.
“The gameplay is repetitive and dull, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The story is incoherent, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.”
“The game is chock-full of glitches and minor technical issues that disrupt the flow of play.”
Critic Reviews
Randall Review
Randall is buggy, loose, and unresponsive, but worst of all a completely boring platformer that isn’t worth your time.
20%Weak-minded: Randall review
There are very few things that Randall gets right: The platforming is sloppy, the combat is dull, the story and writing is unintelligible, and the boss fights are unbearable. When they work, mind control abilities are entertaining, but poor game design and game-breaking glitches make Randall a thoroughly unpleasant gaming experience.
30%Randall Review
The metroidvania-lover in me wished Randall turned out to be more enjoyable. There are some interesting ideas here, like the use of mind control, but the good of that is buried under a litany of technical problems and just general sloppy design. Like the titular hero, I found myself frequently battling headaches during my time with the game.
34%