Ratings War

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 47 reviews
  • story
  • replayability
  • music
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In "Ratings War," a 80,000-word interactive novel by Eddy Webb, you play as a reporter with cybernetic eyes, uncovering crimes and climbing the ranks in the news industry of 2061's dystopian New Angeles. Your choices determine your path to fame and success, but will you prioritize truth or ratings? With multiple endings, this text-based game offers a thought-provoking, immersive experience.

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Reviews

78%
Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews
story15 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The story is engaging and well-written, with a dark cyberpunk theme that many players found interesting.
  • The game offers a good level of character customization and allows players to shape their own narrative, providing a sense of control over the story.
  • Despite its short length, the game is entertaining and provides a solid experience for its price, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans of interactive fiction.
  • Many players felt that the choices were limited and did not significantly impact the story, leading to a more linear experience than expected.
  • Some reviewers criticized the inclusion of forced political narratives, which detracted from their enjoyment of the story.
  • The game is relatively short, with some players expressing disappointment over its brevity and lack of depth compared to other titles in the genre.
  • story45 mentions

    The game's story is generally praised for its engaging narrative and unique setting, with players appreciating the character development and the ability to shape their reporter's persona. However, many reviewers criticize the linearity of the plot and the minimal impact of player choices on the overall story, leading to a feeling of limited replayability. Additionally, some players expressed frustration with the inclusion of political themes that they felt detracted from the narrative experience.

    • “But on the whole, I felt like I was in control of my own story, and the endings I got felt fulfilling.”
    • “Unique setting, interesting story, and a lot of choices.”
    • “Absolutely incredible story, amazing writing style, and a refreshing game in today's fast-paced, high-action society.”
    • “Got to about chapter 6 or 7 before all the heavily influenced liberal nonsense just ruined the story.”
    • “I don't appreciate whenever a story forces a political narrative in a story where it has no place.”
    • “The story is very linear and there is very little difference in the writing or in the story based on your choices.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Overall, the game has mixed reviews regarding replayability; while some players find it fun and easily replayable, others feel it lacks depth with limited story alternatives and character interactions, resulting in a lower replay value. The short playtime of around 3 hours contributes to this sentiment, as many achievements can be unlocked in a single playthrough.

    • “All in all, it's a great deal of fun, and it's easily replayable!”
    • “Though I must admit, I feel like the game doesn't have much replayability value - there aren't that many alternatives on how to play the story (I get almost all achievements during one gameplay), how to shape your personality, or even how to interact with other characters (only two romance options).”
    • “With a playtime of around 3 hours and some degree of replayability, it's definitely worth a look.”
    • “Definite replay value.”
  • music4 mentions

    The game lacks any sound, music, or graphics, leading players to often supplement their experience with their own music playlists, such as noir-themed tracks from YouTube. This absence of audio and visual elements is a consistent feature of similar games in the genre.

    • “There is no sound, music, or graphics.”
    • “As usual, these games come without graphics or music.”
    • “I usually play these games while listening to an 'appropriate' music list from YouTube (in this case, noir music).”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the interactive novel is praised for its clever writing and engaging characters, with many funny lines and situations arising from the player's dialogue choices. Overall, it offers a delightful blend of wit and storytelling that enhances the experience.

    • “For the price of a coffee, you can have a brilliantly written, gripping, and hilarious short interactive novel.”
    • “The story was very interesting, as were the characters (yes, even you early... in the end). There were quite a few funny lines and situations if you made your dialogue choices right, and the ending, at least the one I got as a truth-seeking reporter, was good.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay is noted for its limited replayability, with few alternatives in story progression and character interactions, including only two romance options. While certain choices can influence gameplay, the overall experience feels constrained, leading to a lack of diverse outcomes.

    • “It's difficult to give a specific example without spoilers, but romantic implications, for instance, may arise that affect your gameplay.”
    • “I must admit, I feel like the game doesn't have much replayability value - there aren't that many alternatives on how to play the story. I got almost all achievements during one gameplay, and there are limited options for shaping your personality or interacting with other characters, with only two romance options.”
    • “It's difficult to give a specific example without spoilers, but romantic implications may arise that affect your gameplay.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics in this game are notably absent, with users highlighting a complete lack of visual elements, sound, or music, which is consistent with the game's typical design approach.

    • “There is no sound, music, or graphics.”
    • “As usual, these games come without graphics or music.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the game to offer a significant emotional journey, particularly highlighting its exploration of truth and personal experiences during gameplay.

    • “If I were not to compare this to other games, this game offers an emotional ride that reveals the truth through my playthrough.”
    • “The emotional depth of this game left me reflecting on my own experiences long after I finished playing.”
    • “Every moment in this game tugged at my heartstrings, making me feel deeply connected to the characters and their journeys.”
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