Rusty's Day Off: Episode One - Janitor on Duty
- October 30, 2024
- Onestone Software
Get on SteamRusty's Day Off is a sci-fi FPS with puzzle elements, which puts you in the shoes of Rusty, a janitor, on his day off. When Rusty receives an alert that someone has broken into one of his labs at work, he must act quickly to find out who's responsible and what they're after. The game combines classic FPS action with puzzle elements. If you enjoy a little thinking between your shooting, then this…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features fun and challenging boss battles, with a unique art style and humorous writing.
- Controls are smooth and weighty, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, especially in VR.
- The puzzles are interesting and engaging, providing a satisfying challenge that keeps players invested.
- The game can be a bit short, leaving players wanting more after completion.
- There is minimal handholding, which may lead to players getting lost at times.
- The graphics in VR are not as good as in flatscreen mode, and some dialogue lacks translation.
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and well-developed, set within a metroidvania framework that features an intriguing plot and unique weapon mechanics. Players express optimism for future episodes to further expand the narrative, especially if the game receives continued support.
“The story is very interesting at the moment.”
“Pros: it's a metroidvania with weapons that have modules, an interesting plot, and a captivating setting.”
“If this game gets support for episode 1, we can then expect episode 2 to finish the story.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their unique style and beauty, contributing positively to the overall experience. However, there is a notable decline in quality when viewed in VR.
“The controls are really nice and weighty, the graphics are very pretty and have a unique style to them, and the writing is funny without being obnoxious or resorting to memes.”
“It has a great art style, humor, puzzles, level design, and weapons.”
“Unfortunately, the graphics are worse in VR.”
“The textures look outdated and lack detail.”
“The character models are poorly designed and lack realism.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, characterized by clever writing that strikes a balance between being funny and not overly reliant on memes. Players appreciate the lightheartedness that complements the game's intriguing elements and puzzles.
“The controls are really nice and weighty, the graphics are very pretty and have a unique style to them, and the writing is funny without being obnoxious or resorting to memes.”
“It's got humor, it's got intrigue, it's got puzzles to solve, and more!”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, complemented by intriguing and challenging puzzles that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers note that the game's impressive quality contributes significantly to its engaging ambiance.
“Super atmospheric, interesting and challenging puzzles; the overall quality is incredibly impressive.”
“The game creates an immersive atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you engaged.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.”
