Scriptic Netflix Edition

About

"Scriptic Netflix Edition" is a single-player action game that offers a stunning story and outstanding gameplay, allowing you to step into the role of a detective. Navigate through the game's intriguing narrative and solve challenging puzzles, but be prepared for occasional bugs that may impact your gaming experience. Overall, an engaging and immersive experience for those who enjoy a good detective story.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

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

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 903 reviews

story68 positive mentions

stability50 negative mentions

The game features compelling and immersive storylines that keep players engaged.
The production quality is high, with real-life actors and well-written dialogue.
Players appreciate the interactive nature of the game, feeling like they are part of a detective story.

The game is plagued by numerous glitches, including freezing during phone calls and black screens that prevent progression.
Many players express frustration over the limited content, with only two stories available and no updates for additional cases.
The choices in the game often feel inconsequential, leading to a lack of meaningful player agency in the storyline.

story
188 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
62%
2%
The game's story is described as immersive and engaging, with compelling narratives and unexpected twists that draw players in. However, many users express frustration over the lack of meaningful choices, technical glitches that hinder progress, and abrupt shifts that disrupt the flow of the storyline. Overall, while the writing and concept are praised, the execution suffers from bugs and a sense of linearity that detracts from the interactive experience.
- “The story is super immersive, packed with punches and the acting is superb.”
- “Captivating and very engaging concept - the game grabs you by your shoulders and makes you plunge deep into the story; you become part of it before you know it.”
- “The redman story is by far one of the most fun narratives with an unbelievable twist.”
- “Do not expect to actually solve a crime; in the end, this is a visual novel, and the plot is mostly red herrings and deus ex machinas.”
- “It's just an 'interactive' text-based story pretending to be a game.”
- “Imo it's frustrating that the outcome of a story can be changed based on one choice when there are possibly hundreds to make in a story.”
stability
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
96%
The stability of the game is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that hinder gameplay. While some players enjoy the concept and storytelling, the persistent technical issues significantly detract from the overall experience, leading many to express frustration and a desire for fixes. Overall, the game's stability is described as "notoriously buggy," impacting user satisfaction.
- “No glitches whatsoever.”
- “I enjoy interactive stories without any interruptions.”
- “The game runs smoothly with no technical issues.”
- “The app is so buggy, it's infuriating.”
- “Now I can't continue from episode 3 because a Snapchat notification came up and fades out the screen, and I can't dismiss it. A video comes up but doesn't play and freezes the entire game.”
- “It's a really good game, but I can't get past episode 3 because a message glitches my game. Please try and fix.”
gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
40%
12%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of engaging and immersive experiences, with many praising the fun mechanics and storytelling. However, several users report significant technical issues, including glitches, freezing videos, and continuity errors that detract from the overall experience. While the core gameplay is often described as innovative and enjoyable, the frequent technical problems hinder its potential.
- “Gameplay was amazing and very fun.”
- “Super interesting stories, immersive gameplay, and I love that we can choose to wait in real time for the missions, or just skip, all without ads.”
- “Very engaging and immersive gameplay.”
- “But the video content within the gameplay is glitchy for me.”
- “Sometimes they freeze and won't play at all and it's hard for me to continue the next part of the gameplay.”
- “It's good, but really glitchy; the third time I had to manually close and reopen the app to get it to work in around 15 minutes of gameplay.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, particularly in the Netflix edition, which features no ads, paywalls, or in-app purchases, allowing for a seamless gaming experience. Users appreciate the option to skip wait times for free, contrasting it with other versions that rely on ads and coins, which may detract from enjoyment. Overall, the absence of intrusive monetization strategies enhances player immersion and satisfaction.
- “There were totally no ads and you could skip time for free.”
- “No ads, no waiting.”
- “I love Netflix games; they have no in-app purchases, and as a Netflix user, you benefit.”
- “Makes you think about why the reviews on the non-Netflix edition are so low, and that's probably because of the monetization mechanism (ads, coins, long wait times).”
- “So far, I've not had any issues at all and I haven't run into any paywalls or ads.”
- “I love that there aren't minigames to continue, nor do you have to watch ads to continue.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The graphics in the game are highly praised for their immersive quality and realistic details, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Players appreciate the visual design and find it well-executed, although some suggest that clearer clues would enhance gameplay. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, complementing the engaging story.
- “Immersive history, nice graphics, and realistic situations.”
- “This game is very well done, from story to visuals and everything else in between.”
- “Really awesome, love the graphic details, wish there were more seasons available!”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game effectively evokes a strong emotional response, allowing players to form deep attachments to the characters, particularly the SE15 gang, as they experience a range of feelings from anger to joy and sadness. While the narrative includes some uncomfortable elements, such as sharing confidential information, it ultimately delivers a compelling and emotionally charged story with impactful twists and a poignant ending.
- “Okay, this story was very enjoyable and I genuinely built an emotional attachment to the SE15 gang.”
- “You will be pulled emotionally and be angry with them, laugh with them, and cry for them.”
- “Great characters, good twists, and a genuinely emotional ending.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The music in the game is praised for its creativity and quality, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players feel that the lack of music or ambient sound during certain interactions, particularly interrogations, detracts from the immersion and atmosphere.
- “Amazing! This is a very lovely and creative game. Thanks to the development team; the music is too good.”
- “The game is pretty interesting and I loved the concept. The music adds a lot to the atmosphere, making the experience more engaging.”
- “The game is pretty interesting and I loved the concept, but it's still a bit buggy here and there. The interrogations are so dead and silent; I think there should be at least some kind of music or ambience to make it more bearable.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by well-written and well-acted dialogue, featuring a good pace and clever easter eggs that enhance the comedic experience.
- “Well written, well acted, good pace; there are some Easter eggs and funny dialogue options.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's optimization has received criticism, with users reporting significant lag and poor performance, despite praising its story and overall quality.
- “I mean, it's a good game with an awesome story, but this version is all laggy and poorly optimized.”
- “The game has potential, but the optimization issues make it frustrating to play.”
- “I love the concept, but the performance problems really detract from the overall experience.”