Rescue Love Revenge

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An Episodic Retro Indie Three-Act Spaghetti Western Platformer

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

38%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

optimization3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is easy to play and can be completed in about 1-2 hours, making it accessible for casual gamers.
It features simple one-button controls, which can be enjoyable for those looking for a mindless gaming experience.
The graphics, while simplistic, have a certain charm reminiscent of low-poly styles, and the game has a decent soundtrack.

The level design is nonsensical and inconsistent, with unfair blind jumps and a lack of logical difficulty progression.
The game feels like a poorly executed mobile port, lacking depth and compelling gameplay, leading to rapid repetition and boredom.
There is minimal story or character development, making the gameplay feel shallow and unengaging.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as a standard endless runner with simple mechanics, primarily involving dodging obstacles and collecting coins, which can become repetitive and boring quickly. While some players find the levels challenging and enjoyable, the overall experience is limited to about two hours, and there are indications of potential future updates to diversify gameplay styles.
- “As a runner, the gameplay is as simple as dodging obstacles and enemies (or killing them) while collecting coins and trying to get to the end of each level.”
- “The gameplay is very typical of the runner-platformer style.”
- “Gameplay in each of the levels that I have played thus far has been quite challenging but also enjoyable.”
- “The game isn't that long; you are looking at about two hours of gameplay here. If you are a fan of runners, then you will enjoy this game, but it does get quite repetitive very fast, unfortunately.”
- “The gameplay is standard runner fare, save for some inexplicable high-precision jumps out of nowhere, coupled with blind falls and no ledge-grab.”
- “The game becomes boring really fast since the game mechanics are not really interesting.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with many players noting that it primarily revolves around a simple "save your girlfriend" premise. While some mention a potential plot twist and the possibility of future story development due to the game's early access status, overall, the narrative is seen as underwhelming and lacking in variation. Cutscenes provide some context, but they do not significantly enhance the storytelling experience.
- “The story is minimal, but you get enough to understand what's going on.”
- “However, I've just made it to the 2nd chapter and there is a massive plot twist waiting for you!!!”
- “I imagine more will be added to the game as it's in early access presently and there seems to be a bit of a broader story.”
- “There is really no story.”
- “It doesn't offer a proper story.”
- “I get that I am chasing the girl, but there's no story or variation in what she's running/being taken away for.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as poor quality and reminiscent of Minecraft, but not in a favorable way. Others found the visuals to be enjoyable and fitting for the game's aesthetic, noting that while the graphics may not be impressive, they complement the overall design effectively.
- “Enjoyable simple runner game with Minecraft-style graphics.”
- “The level design was effective, the graphics were nice, and even the basic audio tracks were pleasant.”
- “The graphics are of very poor quality, as if the developer tried to do something simple like Minecraft, wanted it to look bad like Minecraft, but not bad in the same way.”
- “Enjoyable simple runner game with Minecraft-style graphics - 6.5/10.”
- “Bad visuals.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it decent and suitable, others describe it as unbearable and suggest muting it. Overall, the soundtrack is considered great by some, though it lacks memorability.
- “The music is great.”
- “And in terms of audio, you need to mute the game as soon as you start it because the sounds and the music are simply unbearable.”
- “Having the right music with the right sound quality would be a good idea.”
- “The soundtrack is suitable, although it is not memorable.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers moderate replayability, primarily due to the presence of multiple routes within its levels, encouraging players to explore different paths on subsequent playthroughs.
- “The game offers various choices that lead to different outcomes, making each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With its branching storylines and diverse character builds, I find myself coming back for more.”
- “It has a bit of replayability due to multiple routes in the levels.”
- “The game lacks significant replay value, as the story remains largely the same regardless of choices.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play through it again.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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The monetization strategy is heavily criticized, resembling that of a typical Facebook or mobile game, with an emphasis on microtransactions that detracts from the overall experience.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content, with optional purchases that enhance the experience without being necessary.”
- “The in-game purchases are reasonably priced and provide good value, making it easy to support the developers while enjoying the game.”
- “It's almost like the developers set out to make a Facebook/mobile game, complete with microtransactions.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to buy in-game currency just to keep up with the content.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without any bugs, and features appealing color schemes.
- “Runs smoothly, no bugs, good color schemes.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; it maintains a steady frame rate and loads quickly.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the developers at Hatchlight and Trepid Studios for their adept use of color palettes, which effectively create the desired atmosphere in the game.
- “The developers at Hatchlight and Trepid Studios have a thorough understanding of the right color palette required to capture the atmosphere they wanted.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing players into its beautifully crafted world.”
- “Every sound and visual element contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”