She Wants Me Dead
- May 13, 2016
- Hello There Games
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Reviews
- Engaging and challenging gameplay that keeps players hooked.
- Outstanding music that enhances the experience and interacts with the gameplay.
- Fun character customization options and a unique art style that adds charm to the game.
- The game is quite short, with only 10 levels that can be completed in under an hour.
- Some players experience frustrating controls with noticeable delays, impacting precision gameplay.
- Limited options for adjusting sound settings and a lack of guidance for unlocking certain achievements.
- music17 mentions
- 53 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its engaging and catchy quality, with many players noting its ability to enhance the gameplay experience through synchronization with in-game actions. While the soundtrack, particularly the track "She Wants Me Dead" by Cazzette, is celebrated for its appeal, some players find it becomes repetitive over time. Overall, the integration of music with gameplay mechanics is highlighted as a standout feature, despite some concerns about limited options for adjusting audio settings.
“Despite its brevity, the game packs a concentrated burst of fun with a song that wormed its way into my head.”
“Splendid music choice and a beauty in designing a wonderful background.”
“I love that the traps are timed with the different audio cues of the music, which makes it even more of a challenge.”
“Personally, I love 'She Wants Me Dead' by Cazzette, but one can listen to a song only so many times in a row before you start to hate it.”
“Pretentious artsy black and white art style, jazzy music, and silly premise all used to cover awful slow responding controls.”
“Currently, there is no options menu, so you can't turn down the music (headphones warning).”
- gameplay11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its fun and addictive mechanics, with many users highlighting its engaging challenges and effective soundtrack. However, some critics note that the simplicity and brevity of the game may limit its long-term appeal, as it consists of only ten short stages and can become repetitive. Overall, it offers an enjoyable experience, particularly for those seeking quick, entertaining gameplay.
“The gameplay is very fun and ultra addicting!”
“Easy-to-learn yet challenging gameplay, awesome use of music that changes when you die and has stages move to the beat, superficial extras are fun to tinker with.”
“The gameplay is very good; it's a short game which took me less than 2 hours to complete from start to finish.”
“Gameplay is too simple to have longevity; although it's pretty cool, the only included song gets quite repetitive and merely consists of ten very short stages.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a striking black and white art style that complements the game's aesthetic and music, though some find it pretentious. Overall, the visuals are well-received, especially for a side-scrolling platformer, with many users noting the graphics as a strong point despite some criticism regarding control responsiveness.
“Inspired the art style I've been using for around 4 years now.”
“The black and white composition fits the aesthetic of the visuals and music itself.”
“Nice graphics considering the game style (side-scroller platformer).”
“Pretentious artsy black and white art style, jazzy music, and silly premise all used to cover awful slow responding controls.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express that the emotional impact of the game is profound, with some describing the pain it evokes as a worthwhile experience that enhances their overall engagement and connection to the story.
“The pain this game made me feel... worth it.”
“This game took me on an emotional rollercoaster that I won't forget.”
“I was deeply moved by the characters' struggles and triumphs.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the replayability of the game, particularly due to the incentive of earning a golden frame for cat photos by completing levels without dying, which encourages them to revisit and improve their performance.
“There is good replay value too since they have added a feature that if you complete a level without dying, you get a golden frame around your precious cat photos!”
“The game offers multiple endings and different character paths, making each playthrough feel unique and rewarding.”
“With various challenges and unlockable content, I find myself coming back to the game time and again to discover everything it has to offer.”
