Staffer Reborn

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"Staffer Reborn" is a supernatural ability-based game set in 1960s America, where players take on the role of an investigator tasked with helping a man, the Lieutenant, who is trapped in a cycle of death and resurrection. Through logical deduction and interviewing characters, players must uncover clues and information related to the Lieutenant's ability, ultimately aiming to help him achieve eternal rest. The game features investigation-focused gameplay, with players examining the environment and collecting information to progress in the story.

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Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a captivating monochromatic visual style with striking red accents that enhance the overall aesthetic.
It offers a short yet engaging mystery experience with a great story and satisfying reveals, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
The dialogue is humorous and the gameplay, while simple, keeps players guessing until the end, providing a fun and intriguing experience.

The game is very short, which may leave players wanting more and feeling that the story is not fully developed.
Some players found the gameplay to be overly simplistic and not as challenging as expected, leading to a less satisfying deduction experience.
The ending left some players feeling unsatisfied, as it did not resolve all plot points and felt more like an addendum than a complete story.

story
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its intrigue and engagement, while others find it less impressive and lacking depth. Many appreciate the deductive gameplay, though some feel it doesn't fully satisfy those seeking a more complex detective narrative. Overall, the anticipation for future installments suggests a potential for improvement and deeper storytelling.
- “Great story, and very engaging deduction game!”
- “Looking forward to the continuation of the story!”
- “Short and sweet, the deductive gameplay is fairly simple but the story is very intriguing and keeps you guessing up until the end.”
- “Not really worth it if you are looking for more detective work and story.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their captivating pencil art style and monochromatic visuals, which effectively highlight red accents. This unique aesthetic contributes to the overall charm of the short mystery game, enhancing its immersive world and complex characters.
- “I appreciate the monochromatic visuals, making the red accents stand out.”
- “The pencil art style is captivating.”
- “A very short mystery game with a unique aesthetic, world, and complex characters.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a streamlined version of the original, requiring players to solve one clue instead of two, resulting in a simpler yet engaging experience. While the mechanics are straightforward, the intriguing story maintains suspense and keeps players guessing until the conclusion.
- “The gameplay itself is a more shortened version of the original, where the clue combination makes you do just 1 clue instead of 2 in the original.”
- “Short and sweet, the deductive gameplay is fairly simple but the story is very intriguing and keeps you guessing up until the end.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding the dialogue amusing and the script surprisingly funny, despite some awkward English translations. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's charm, complementing its engaging mystery and appealing art style.
- “The English translation can be a bit awkward in places, but it's never a problem, and the script is surprisingly funny at times.”
- “Very short and sweet; the mystery was cool, the dialogue was pretty funny, and the art is really good.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been noted as lacking memorability, with several users expressing a desire for more impactful and distinctive compositions.