Revenge Of The Colon
- December 22, 2023
- LilouStudio
"Revenge of the Colon" is a humorous rhythm game where players manage a space fleet and battle to musical rhythms. The game features wacky characters, absurd power-ups, and strategic gameplay as you upgrade your ships and work to defeat the evil Rectum Rebellion. With catchy tunes and addictive gameplay, this is a lighthearted and entertaining addition to the rhythm game genre.
Reviews
- The game features a unique and surprising concept that keeps players engaged and curious about what bizarre items they will encounter next.
- The atmosphere is well-crafted, with effective use of retro PS1-style graphics and unsettling sound design that enhances the horror experience.
- Players appreciate the humor and creativity in the game, making it a memorable and enjoyable experience despite its odd premise.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and tedious, with many players feeling that the tasks lack variety and excitement as they progress through the levels.
- Movement speed is often criticized as being too slow, which detracts from the overall pacing and can lead to boredom during longer segments.
- Some players feel that the game is overpriced for the amount of content it offers, suggesting that it would be better received at a lower price point.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique concept and atmosphere, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many players feel that the mechanics become monotonous quickly, leading to a desire for more variety and balance between gameplay and narrative. Overall, while the game has intriguing elements, its execution leaves much to be desired.
“Nice mechanics, surprising concept, paradoxically - great atmosphere, brilliant music.”
“I love the writing, the atmosphere, the gameplay, the sound design.”
“A strange game, the gameplay is simple but quite attractive; the message the game gives is okay.”
“Gameplay is dogshit and while the graphics and humor are cool for how little content this game has, $7.99 is way too much. If it was $1 or $2, this review would be much less critical, but with the horrible gameplay and awful price tag, I just can't give this game a recommendation.”
“Unfortunately, the same praises can't be said about its mechanics.”
“Cut down the gameplay segments or add more variety.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game effectively capture the nostalgic PS1 aesthetic, resonating well with fans of retro indie titles. While some players appreciate the old-school visuals for enhancing the game's psychological horror elements, others criticize the overall quality and feel that the graphics alone do not justify the game's price. Overall, the retro style is seen as a fitting choice that contributes to the game's atmosphere, despite mixed opinions on its execution.
“Captures that PS1 aesthetic pretty perfectly.”
“The game uses old-school graphics, which works really well in this scenario, since going through a dark fleshy pixelated tunnel successfully creates a feeling of discomfort and claustrophobia that I feel we would not get with an anatomically accurate colon with RTX and all those other fancy graphical innovations.”
“I think the retro aesthetic and texture on the models are perfectly fine, and toward the end there are some neat visuals as well.”
“Ps1 graphics are absolutely making that comeback in the retro indie fashion.”
“Gameplay is terrible, and while the graphics and humor are cool for how little content this game has, $7.99 is way too much. If it were $1 or $2, this review would be much less critical, but with the horrible gameplay and awful price tag, I just can't recommend this game.”
“The game uses old-school graphics, which works really well in this scenario, since going through a dark, fleshy, pixelated tunnel successfully creates a feeling of discomfort and claustrophobia that I feel we would not get with an anatomically accurate colon with RTX and all those other fancy graphical innovations.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its oppressive yet immersive qualities, enhanced by brilliant music and retro PS1 aesthetics. While it effectively creates a spooky, atmospheric horror experience, some players feel that the pacing can detract from narrative progression, leading to moments of repetitive gameplay. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking a unique and engaging atmospheric horror experience.
“Kinda spooky but there are no threats, so it's more of an atmospheric horror.”
“This game is fantastic when it comes to atmosphere.”
“I love the writing, the atmosphere, the gameplay, and the sound design.”
“The atmosphere is oppressive, but I mean, you're up someone's ass, so you kind of want to do your job and get the heck out of there.”
“The biggest problem I have with it is that it just kind of wastes a lot of time. It took me almost 2 hours to finish, and most of it was just doing the same thing. Fine, you build the atmosphere with the isolation in the colon; it's all good, but I don't think it was necessary to keep me there for so long between the narrative progression.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its captivating nature and unexpected twists, particularly the psychological elements. While some found the narrative engaging and immersive, others felt that the gameplay could be overly lengthy, detracting from the overall experience. Overall, the story adds depth to the game, making it a notable aspect despite some pacing issues.
“The story was captivating, and the ending took me by surprise.”
“The story is what reeled me in.”
“I thought the game wasted a bit too much time; I wish it was cheaper and shorter because I didn't need to clean the bowel for 15 minutes on each stage to get the immersion. If it was shorter, I would have the same experience with the story.”
“I wish you balanced the gameplay length with the story a bit more; I felt like I was doing the same thing too much, but otherwise, it was an interesting experience.”
“The psychological aspect of the game and the story were decent; I kind of saw the first twist, but I didn't see the second one.”
- music7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its brilliance and ability to create an oppressive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. However, players have noted that all tracks are copyrighted, leading to issues with streaming and content creation. While the limited number of ambient tracks contributes to a chill yet spooky immersion, the repetitive nature of the gameplay can detract from the overall enjoyment.
“Nice mechanics, surprising concept, paradoxically - great atmosphere, brilliant music.”
“The game didn't have a lot of music, but the few ambient tracks that you used worked well for the game; it was kinda chill and spooky the entire way, so I think the immersion was fine.”
“I streamed the game and received a bunch of copyright notices as all of the music is copyrighted and not streamer or YouTuber friendly.”
“The music is oppressive and unsettling, elevating the feeling of discomfort.”
“Game was good overall, but I didn't realize that all the music tracks in this game are copyrighted, so now I have about 50 copyright claims on my video.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow-paced, particularly in the early stages, which can detract from the overall experience. However, some reviewers note that the tension and body horror elements eventually make the grind more engaging as the game progresses. Overall, while the grinding can be dismal at times, it may lead to a rewarding experience later on.
“The pacing is very slow, the tasks can become tedious, but the pervading sense of tension and the constant ramping up of body horror is surprisingly effective.”
“This game is dismal and tedious.”
“While trying to gradually build a sense of dread, it just becomes tedious.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted as a positive aspect, with some users finding it funny and engaging, despite the game's shortcomings in gameplay and content. However, the overall value is questioned, suggesting that while the humor is enjoyable, it may not justify the price point for many players.
“If you also want to ask yourself why you are playing this, and also play a funny and creepy game, then I 100% recommend.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits strong negative reactions, with players reporting feelings of sickness and discomfort throughout their experience.
“Made me feel sick.”
“Made me feel uncomfortable in so many ways.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game offers a fun experience but is relatively short, resulting in limited replayability.
“It's a fairly short game with no replayability, but going through it is a fun experience.”