STAYHOMER
- June 30, 2020
- Noto Muteki
"STAYHOMER" is a fast-paced action game where you play as a disinfector in Tokyo, tasked with stopping an anti-lockdown protest within a 3-minute time limit using a thermite grenade launcher. The achievement rate depends on the number of protesters disinfected, leading to one of three possible endings. The game encourages monetization of play videos and streams.
Reviews
- The game features a humorous and engaging story with multiple endings, showcasing the developers' effort in voice acting and graphics.
- Despite its short length, the game is fun and offers replayability as players can aim for different completion percentages.
- It has a unique premise that resonates with current events, making it a memorable and potentially cult classic experience.
- The game is extremely short, with many players feeling it only consists of one mission, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction.
- Movement speed of the main character is slow, which can hinder the gameplay experience and make it feel less dynamic.
- Some players find the price to be high for the limited content, comparing it unfavorably to other entertainment options.
- story10 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for being motivational and well-written, even surpassing that of "The Last of Us 2." However, many players feel that the overall experience is too short and resembles a single mission, leaving them wanting more content.
“A motivational story and plot!”
“Sadly, the game feels so short because of all the action and feels like one mission!”
“It's the story that makes the game.”
“The game has a better written story than The Last of Us 2.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humorous premise and entertaining content, with players enjoying the brief experience and finding it fairly priced. Notably, one of the three possible endings is highlighted as particularly hilarious, adding to the overall comedic appeal of this small game.
“I think the premise is hilarious and I did enjoy the 5 minutes I spent with the game - but then it was over.”
“I can't knock this game, it's priced fairly and it's a rather funny small little game!”
“There are 3 possible endings and one of them is particularly hilarious!”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the multiple endings and the challenge of finding all locations, others note that the fixed target locations significantly limit the game's replay value. Overall, the game is considered a worthwhile experience for its low price, despite its short length.
“The game was definitely worth the 3 bucks; it has a lot of replayability to find all the locations. It's simple, but the game looks nice, has multiple endings, and is pretty fun to play through as you get all the endings. I would definitely recommend it for the cheap price, even though it's a short game.”
“The game offers multiple endings, which adds to its replayability and keeps the experience fresh each time you play.”
“Finding all the locations and experiencing different endings makes this game enjoyable to replay.”
“Your targets are always in the same spots, which limits replayability significantly.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight that the game's endings evoke strong emotions, often describing them as heartbreaking. This emotional impact leaves a lasting impression, resonating deeply with the audience.
“The endings are truly heartbreaking.”
“The emotional depth of the story left me in tears.”
“I felt a profound connection to the characters, making the ending even more impactful.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their quality, effectively complementing the overall experience alongside impressive sound design, despite the game's short length.
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
“The visuals are incredibly detailed, making every environment feel alive and engaging.”
“The art style is unique and beautifully executed, contributing to the game's captivating atmosphere.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players generally find the gameplay enjoyable and straightforward, aligning well with their expectations based on the game's description.