Sammy Jukes: Twin Lakes
- September 19, 2024
- Wamill
Get on SteamDetective Sammy Jukes is the man on the job when an anti-oil activist is reported missing in a small town on the new oil pipeline route. Talk to witnesses, shovel through evidence, wrestle with the wolves and chase after chickens to find the truth in this first-person open-world adventure game.
Reviews
- The story is engaging with interesting twists and turns, making it enjoyable from start to finish.
- The open world is well laid out, offering plenty of exploration opportunities and fun details to discover.
- The voiceover quality is above average, contributing to an immersive experience despite some minor sound issues.
- The graphics are considered generic and unpolished, reminiscent of common Unity assets.
- There are occasional abrupt cuts in the soundtrack, which can be jarring during gameplay.
- Some minor bugs and interface issues, such as notifications blocking important elements, detract from the overall experience.
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and filled with interesting twists and turns, keeping players invested from start to finish. While some fetch quests require extensive running, the inclusion of fast travel spots helps alleviate this. Additionally, unique hint mechanisms, like interacting with a dog, add a fun element to the narrative experience.
“The plot was interesting and full of twists and turns.”
“The story was very engaging from start to finish with lots of twists and turns.”
“I got stuck once and needed to talk to the cute dog to get assistance (what a fun hint mechanism), but otherwise I was able to figure out the story.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“The fetch quests are tedious, requiring excessive running around, though there are some fast travel spots to alleviate the burden.”
“I got stuck once and needed to talk to a cute dog for assistance, which felt like a fun hint mechanism, but overall the story was not compelling.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally perceived as generic and unpolished, which detracts from the overall visual experience. However, they are still deemed sufficient for immersion in the game, with some reviewers noting that their criticisms are more about minor details than major flaws.
“Overall, the graphics and sound aren't my favorite, but they are still sufficient for getting immersed in the game.”
“I found the graphics to be a bit generic and unpolished.”
“Overall, the graphics and sound aren't my favorite, but are still sufficient for getting immersed in the game; my comments are more nitpicks than anything.”
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's soundtrack is generally pleasant and complements the mood well, though players have noted that it can abruptly cut between different tracks, particularly when transitioning between areas, which can be jarring. Additionally, some find the mayor's music taste to be quite peculiar.
“The soundtrack is very pleasant and fits the mood, though the mayor has some pretty weird music taste lol.”
“I found that there tends to be a lot of pretty jarring cuts in sound, such as when walking out of a building, causing the soundtrack to abruptly switch from the building to the outside.”
“The music sometimes stops abruptly when you wander around the area, which is a bit weird.”
“I found that there tends to be a lot of pretty jarring cuts in sound, though. For example, walking out of a building causes the building soundtrack to abruptly switch to the 'outside' soundtrack.”
“I found that there tends to be a lot of pretty jarring cuts in sound, though. For example, walking out of a building causes the building soundtrack to abruptly switch to the 'outside' soundtrack.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and fluid controls, offering a balanced mix of challenge and accessibility. Players appreciate the variety of strategies available, which enhances replayability and keeps the experience fresh. However, some users noted occasional pacing issues that can disrupt the overall flow of the game.
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a lighthearted and satirical portrayal of a rural American town, with its open world and characters effectively leveraging stereotypes to create a comedic atmosphere.
“The open world and its characters have a humorous vibe that cleverly play on the stereotypes of a rural American town.”
“The game's humor is spot-on, with witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the quirky characters and absurd scenarios create a lighthearted atmosphere that makes the game so enjoyable.”
