ROUGH KUTS: The Thirsty Dead
- September 23, 2021
- ROUGH KUTS
Get on Steam"ROUGH KUTS: The Thirsty Dead" is an interactive game based on the 1974 film, where players can influence the story of young girls kidnapped by a death cult in Manila. By making choices throughout the game, players become the directors of their own version of the film. This title is part of the ROUGH KUTS series, which aims to bring classic public domain films to a new audience in an interactive format.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Rough Kuts offers a fun and unique way to experience public domain horror films with interactive elements.
- The 70s style and B-movie charm provide a nostalgic and entertaining experience for fans of the genre.
- The game is affordable and provides a decent amount of content, making it a good option for FMV enthusiasts.
- The gameplay is very limited, with minimal interaction that doesn't significantly alter the movie's narrative.
- Many of the films included are considered low quality, leading to a tedious experience for some players.
- The lack of depth in the gameplay and storytelling may disappoint those expecting a more engaging or complex experience.
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as limited, primarily serving as a vehicle for accessing 720p stock films rather than offering a rich interactive experience. It is recommended for those seeking inexpensive movie access rather than a deep narrative or engaging gameplay.
“The gameplay is a fun and really cheap way to discover movies.”
“I recommend this only if you wish to get the movies for cheap with light gameplay.”
“The interactive gameplay allows for a unique experience, even if it's limited.”
“Now, while it’s a fun and really cheap way to get and discover the movies, the gameplay is very limited.”
“Thus, I recommend it only if you wish to get the movies for cheap with light gameplay and not if you’re looking for a deep narrative, choose your own adventure game.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players expressing disinterest in the narrative and characters, while others note the inclusion of related audiobooks in the bonus material. Overall, the storytelling and horror elements seem to fall flat for many, leading to a lack of engagement.
“I can't comment on the bonus material: each film and DLC includes an audiobook of a similarly related story.”
“I found myself mostly uninterested in the story, the characters, the cinematography, and the 'horror' while playing this.”
“Yes, there are some 'game over' moments added (I remember the ones in Night of the Living Dead), but it only ends the story prematurely.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highly praised, with players enjoying its 70s style, which consistently evokes laughter throughout the experience.
“I love it! The 70s style had me laughing non-stop.”
“The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious; I couldn't stop chuckling at the witty dialogue.”
“Every character has a unique sense of humor that kept me entertained throughout the entire game.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and mind-numbing, particularly noting that it can lead to long, exhausting sessions, such as a 12-hour marathon.
“It was mind-numbing during the 12-hour marathon that it took to play these tedious film games.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I spent hours doing the same tasks over and over, and it quickly became a chore.”
