Still Heroes

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Still Heroes is a single player action game. It was developed by exaheva and was released on April 22, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Still Heroes" is a silent, interactive digital comic with animation and sound, lasting approximately one hour. Follow Emeline, a superheroine facing disappointment when her group quits, as she struggles to pursue her passion. The hand-drawn comic offers a gentle and moving story designed for screen reading.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story15 positive mentions

The art style is beautiful and charming, enhancing the overall experience.
The interactive elements keep the reader engaged and add a unique touch to the storytelling.
The story is heartfelt and emotional, resonating with themes of self-discovery and personal struggles.

The story lacks context and depth, leaving some plot points unclear and underdeveloped.
There is minimal background music and sound effects, leading to moments of jarring silence.
The short length of the comic may leave some players wanting more character development and emotional connection.

story
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as cute and emotional, with a slice-of-life art style that enhances the narrative experience, though some players felt it lacked depth and clarity, particularly regarding the protagonist's motivations. While the interactive elements were praised for engaging players, there were criticisms about the emotional tone feeling forced and certain character reactions being unclear. Overall, it is seen as a short but satisfying interactive comic that invites introspection, despite some narrative shortcomings.
- “Wish it had a bit more background music, but the comic was great, the interactive parts were fun, and the story was so cute and emotional.”
- “For what I like about this type of storytelling is the slice-of-life art style along with some interesting dramatic camera shots that keep you invested while reading through the story without getting bored of it visually.”
- “What an amazing digital comic - it pulled me into the story right away.”
- “I wish it was a bit longer and developed the story a bit more.”
- “The story felt like it was trying too hard to be emotional, which made it not work for me. Also, there were multiple points where characters were mad at the main character for no understandable reason.”
- “The reasoning for why Emeline still wants to be a superhero isn't explored or really the focal point of the story, but more so used as a piggyback of 'non-mundane' jobs or hobbies people want to do while being alone on the journey.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and engaging art style, which effectively enhances the storytelling experience. Players appreciate the slice-of-life aesthetic and dramatic camera shots that keep the visuals interesting throughout the short playtime. The portrayal of characters, particularly Emeline, is noted for its emotional depth, making the artwork and audio integral to the game's impact.
- “For what I like about this type of storytelling is the slice-of-life art style along with some interesting dramatic camera shots that keep you invested while reading through the story without getting bored of it visually.”
- “I really liked Emeline as a character, her feelings and thoughts were wonderfully portrayed through the graphics and audio, so you could really empathize with her.”
- “I really enjoyed the hour (I played around 45 minutes) of the game and couldn't stop admiring the artwork - beautifully done, moving and definitely highly recommended!”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the interactive comic is described as beautiful and moving, enhancing the overall experience. However, many users express a desire for more background music and sound effects, noting that the frequent silence detracts from the immersion. Despite this, the comic's engaging story and visuals are praised, with some users realizing later that music was indeed present.
- “A very nice interactive comic with beautiful drawing and moving music.”
- “Wish it had a bit more background music, but the comic was great, the interactive parts were fun, and the story was so cute and emotional.”
- “However, sadly, there is very little music and sound effects, meaning there's often jarring silence that feels like a wasted opportunity.”
- “Some of the things I wish this novel had were more comic book-style sound effects and music in the background to fill the quiet void while reading.”
- “Update: I realized at the end that there was music; I just accidentally had it off.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of "Still Heroes" is highlighted by its heartfelt narrative and cute story, focusing on Emeline's struggle to pursue her superhero dreams amidst societal pressures. However, some reviewers felt the emotional tone was overdone, detracting from the overall impact, and noted inconsistencies in character motivations that affected their connection to the story.
- “Wish it had a bit more background music, but the comic was great, the interactive parts were fun, and the story was so cute and emotional.”
- “Still Heroes is a heartfelt short digital comic book where we follow Emeline, who is trying to grasp her dream of continuing to be a superhero while everyone around her wants to move on to something different with their life.”
- “Still Heroes is a heartfelt short digital comic book where we follow Emeline, who is trying to grasp her dream of continuing to be a superhero while everyone around her wants to move on to something different with their life.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the gameplay for its engaging mechanics, which enhance the overall experience and create a personal connection to the game.
- “The little mechanics really added a lot to the feel of the game and made it seem really personal.”